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In Memoriam, HAVAN CEO Ron Rapp
HAVAN
If you have not yet heard, HAVAN CEO, Ron Rapp recently passed away after a battle with cancer over the past 10 months. We are sharing the following message on behalf of our HAVAN colleagues from Ron's partner, Jill Kapuscinski:
It is with great sadness that I share with you the passing of Ron Rapp, former CEO of HAVAN, on July 18, 2024, after a 10-month battle with very aggressive Acute Myeloid Leukemia.
Throughout this journey, Ron continued, as HAVAN CEO, to be a positive, informed and influential spokesperson and champion of HAVAN's mission, values and goals. Ron was honoured to be the voice of HAVAN, speaking on behalf of the membership to promote positive change in the homebuilding industry.
Ron was very moved by the visits and the messages of support, admiration and thanks from members, industry contacts, friends and coworkers past and present.
Ron was lovingly supported by myself, his sons Cristien, Nick and his wife Martha, Devin and his wife Jhonna, and best friend Rudy during his final days. Sharing memories and stories, laughter and tears, Ron's joy from the love we all shared brought him peace.
I was proud to be Ron's partner and will miss him and the love we shared deeply.
Details of Ron's memorial and of donation recipients in lieu of flowers will be shared in the coming days.
I offer my sympathy to all who will mourn and miss him.
- Jill Kapuscinski
HAVAN has set up a digital memory board where you can send condolences, messages, and even share fond memories of a man who made such an incredible impact on the homebuilding industry and the people around him.
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Join us this October for Education Summit 2024
CHBA BC
Learn about building code advancements, earn continuing professional development points, and connect with experts in the industry!
Taking place on October 23 & 24, 2024 in Richmond, Education Summit 2024 will include these topics:
- Wildfire resistance for Part 9 residential buildings
- Single egress for low to midrise MURBS
- Adaptability in dwellings
- Leadership in Communication
All sessions will be submitted for CPD points through BC Housing and BOABC.
REGISTER NOW
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The 2025 Georgie Awards Call for Entries is Coming Soon
CHBA BC
In August, CHBA BC will release the Call for Entries for the 2025 Georgie Awards. We're looking forward to inviting our members to submit their projects for B.C.'s most prestigious homebuilding awards program.
Details will be shared on our website, social media channels and in our newsletter.
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Advancing High-Performance for Gentle Density Housing — Survey
Small Housing
With the passage of Bill 44, British Columbia is set to develop more accessible and sustainable homes through Gentle Density Housing (GDH). Small Housing BC invites you to participate in a brief survey to identify the barriers and opportunities in adopting high-performance, low-carbon building standards for GDH.
Your insights will help shape strategies for the industry, supported by targeted training workshops next year.
Please complete the survey by August 2, 2024 (Midnight), for a chance to win 1 of 3 Indigenous Boxes, each valued at $120.
Click here to take the survey.
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For Young People, the Fastest Route to Home Ownership Runs Through the Trades
Financial Post
You're 18, fresh out of high school, and you've got home-buying dreams.
Unless you've invented the next big thing in your garage, you typically have three paths: a four-year degree, college, or learning a skilled trade.
If your goal is to buy a home sooner in Canada's wallet-draining housing market — and you don't mind an honest, hands-on job — give the trades a serious look.
Check out this list of 10 reasons why a trades career could be a ticket to home ownership.
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