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Province Adopts Changes to BC Building Code
BC government
The Province has adopted changes to the BC Building Code (BCBC 2024), with most code changes coming into effect on March 8, 2024.
In response to CHBA BC and other industry feedback, adaptable dwellings and earthquake design changes will come into effect on March 10, 2025.
CHBA BC has drafted a summary of the changes to new residential buildings, which you can read here on our website:
In its announcement, the BC government says the changes are intended to provide people with a greater level of building safety and to make new buildings more sustainable, resilient, and accessible. Click here to read the full announcement.
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New Housing Legislation Will Impact Planning and Approvals
BC government
Addressing B.C.'s housing crisis dominated the Provincial fall legislative session and was the focus of many pieces of legislation. Three housing bills will significantly change the way municipalities plan and approve new housing, whether it be a secondary suite, multi-unit or transit-oriented development. Expanded and new funding tools were also introduced to help municipalities with the cost of providing the infrastructure and amenities required to meet increased growth.
CHBA BC has created the following one-page fact sheets to explain and help answer some of the questions about each housing bill:
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Upcoming Deadline to pre-register for FortisBC's New Home Program Rebate Program
FortisBC
New pre-registration requirement: To be eligible for the 2023 New Home Program rebates, you must submit a pre-registration form on or before December 31, 2023.
Please note the final deadlines to apply for gas offers within the 2023 New Home Program:
- December 31, 2023, is the final date for builders to submit pre-registration form.
- December 31, 2025, is the final date for projects to be completed. You have up to six months from project completion to submit your rebate application.
o For example: if the completion date is October 15, 2025, your rebate application must be submitted by April 15, 2026.
Note: FortisBC is designing a new program for 2024 which will address the revised DSM regulation and the building code changes.
Click here for more information about the pre-registration requirements.
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B.C. Boosts Construction Sector with New Immigration Focus
Journal of Commerce
B.C. is enhancing its construction sector by including 25 new occupations in the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (B.C. PNP), which started Nov. 16.
This policy change reflects the province's response to the urgent need for skilled labour in the construction industry.
The targeted occupations encompass a wide range of essential trades such as welders, plumbers and electricians. These inclusions represent a welcome addition to the province's other areas of focus such as early childhood educators, tech, health care occupations, veterinarians, animal health technologists and veterinary technicians.
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Canada Summer Jobs Grant for Summer Student Employees
Government of Canada
Could your business use some extra help over the summer months while providing much-needed work experience for young students?
The Canada Summer Jobs Wage Subsidy facilitates job creation for youth while ensuring employers have access to much-needed support to cover wages. There is a specific date range on which employment can commence and end. Applying for the wage subsidy involves completing an online application, where employers must explain how their job opportunity supports the program's objectives.
The application period is open until January 10, 2024.
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Promoted by WorkSafeBC
As of January 1, 2024, asbestos abatement contractors must be licensed to operate in British Columbia, and anyone performing asbestos abatement work must complete mandatory safety training and obtain certificates. Certification training for workers is now open. Information on the requirements for licensing is available on our website. Learn More
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Online Tools for Career Exploration
BC government
With nearly one million job openings forecasted over the next 10 years, the BC government has released a new online tool to assist people to identify in-demand careers and plan their education.
The Find Your Path tool explores programs and careers in 12 different categories, including the trades.
Another resource, the Labour Market Outlook report is a 10-year forecast that helps future and current post-secondary students, organizations, people seeking retraining and employers with the most up-to-date information to make informed decisions on careers, skills training, education and hiring.
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Last Call to Submit your Projects for National Awards for Housing Excellence
CHBA
The submission deadline for the CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence is today at 3:00 p.m. PST.
Categories feature a range of awards for many different types of projects, including entry-level homes, attached and detached, production and custom homes, renovations at different price points, net zero homes and renovations, new and growing communities, and a variety of residential marketing efforts.
Complete your submission here before the deadline.
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