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Federal Housing Plan Includes Advocacy Wins for Homebuilders
CHBA BC
Late last week, the Federal Government announced its new Housing Plan and it includes many recommendations CHBA BC and its colleagues across the country have been advocating for:
- Return to 30-year amortization periods for first-time buyers on new construction.
- Additional federal infrastructure and transit funding and financing.
- $50 million to launch a Home Building Technology Innovation Fund.
- Changes to the National Building Code to build homes smarter and faster.
The influence of CHBA National, provincial homebuilders' associations, like CHBA BC, our local associations and their members is reflected in many of the actions included in the Federal Housing Plan.
You can read the full CHBA National release here.
CHBA National is also hosting a webinar breaking down elements of this week's Federal Budget related to the homebuilding industry. The webinar takes place on Friday, April 19 from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. PDT. You can register here.
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New Partnership to Facilitate Delivery of CHBA Net Zero Renovation Labelling
CHBA BC
The Canadian Home Builders' Association of BC (CHBA BC) is excited to announce that we have partnered with a long-time CHBA member and Licensed Service Organization, Capital Home Energy to deliver the CHBA Net Zero Renovation Labels on homes seeking sustainable and efficient upgrades as part of a renovation.
CHBA BC's Director, Energy Programs, Vanessa Joehl says the partnership will help support an increase in CHBA Net Zero Renovation labels in BC. "As a service organization that primarily focuses on new construction, I am thrilled that renovators can now turn to the team at Capital Home Energy for all of their CHBA Net Zero Renovation labeling needs!"
Net Zero Homes, whether new or renovated, produce as much clean energy as they consume. These homes are far more energy efficient than typical homes and greatly reduce the resident's impact on the environment.
Every part of the house works together to provide consistent temperatures throughout, prevent drafts and filter indoor air to reduce dust and allergens. The result is exceptional energy performance and the ultimate in comfort — a home at the forefront of sustainability.
Capital Home Energy is one of BC's top Energy Advisors with over 25 years of construction experience. The team works with a wide variety of trusted BC home builders on energy efficiency and other home solutions. Their work is dedicated to reducing the environmental impact left by homes through complex building science and energy-efficient innovations.
As a result of this partnership, the focus of Capital Home Energy's work will be on Net Zero Renovations.
"I was frustrated with the inefficiencies and waste in the construction industry and decided to take a more proactive approach towards sustainable building," says Luke Dolan, CEO & Senior Energy Advisor of Capital Home Energy. "This partnership is the next step in helping people reduce their energy consumption, save money and renovate the homes they love to be more efficient, comfortable and have better indoor air quality."
The partnership was announced at last week's two-day Net Zero Builder & Renovator Training, hosted by CHBA Vancouver Island in Nanaimo. The boot camp presented the latest developments on approaches to Net Zero/Ready Homes focused on optimizing performance and costs. The second day of the event focused on applying these concepts to existing homes to produce the same quality of high performance as in new homes.
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Free Webinar: Are Appeals Appealing? A Guide to Building Code Appeal Board Processes and Outcomes
CHBA BC
Did you know the Building Code Appeal Board reviews appeals of local authority decisions on whether a matter conforms to a provincial building regulation, including the BC Building and Plumbing Codes?
CHBA BC hosts Building Code Appeal Board Chair, Don Pedde, as he explains the appeal application process and outcomes.
If you seek external resolution to a local authority decision on the Building Code and are wary about the consequences, this session is for you.
Format: Webinar (Zoom)
Date: Thursday, May 9
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. PDT
Register Here
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In-Person Workshops: Simplifying Complex Carbs: Examining the Zero Carbon Step Code
CHBA BC
This session will dive into the intricacies of the BC Zero Carbon Step Code, what it is, where it stands and why it matters. Armed with comprehensive datasets, the course will paint a picture of the current state of the industry and project where it needs to be and when. The session will also spotlight specific examples of best practices, helping builders and trades navigate the path toward a sustainable, resilient and healthy future.
Dates: Thursday, May 30 (Victoria)
Thursday, June 6 (Burnaby)
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. PDT
Cost: $299 (25% for CHBA BC members. Email [email protected] for details)
7 CPD Points
Register Here
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Women in Construction Education Award Aims to Support Homebuilding Careers
CHBA CO
CHBA CO's Women in Construction Committee is offering an Education Award to part-time or full-time mature students who are diversifying their skills and pursuing post-secondary education toward an apprenticeship in a designated Residential Construction program.
The goal of the program is to empower female students to forge a brighter future for themselves, their families and their communities while removing financial barriers that may prevent them from doing so.
The Award, valued at $2,000, is merit-based and will offer financial assistance for study, living expenses, daycare, rent and/or other related costs.
Learn more about CHBA CO's Women in Construction Education Award here.
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Ideas, Inspiration and Expert Advice for Your Home at Northern BC Home Show
CHBA Northern BC
The 44th Annual Canadian Home Builders' Northern BC Home & Garden Show is taking place this weekend at Exhibition Park in Prince George. The show features everything related to building, buying, renovating, organizing, decorating and maintaining your home.
The show includes a gardening luncheon, pancake breakfast, Rona Construction Competition, a NEW Trades Expo, the Homely Home Office Contest and more! Check out the Coffee Talk about Heat Pumps (what is up with heat pumps?).
Learn more about the show here.
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Residential Construction Workforce Needs to Double: BuildForce
Journal of Commerce
A new report from BuildForce Canada lays out in stark relief the dimensions of the problems Canada will have in reaching its new-homes goals over the next decade. The report highlights one piece of the puzzle in particular — the lack of an adequate construction workforce to build the new homes.
BuildForce is forecasting the residential construction sector will need to grow its construction workforce by 83% above 2023 levels this decade to meet CMHC housing targets, leaving experts asking: Are the targets being floated even remotely attainable?
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