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2023 BC Budget Includes a Focus on Building More Homes
CHBA BC
 On Tuesday, February 28, the BC government presented the 2023 BC Budget that spends big on housing and focuses on creating more supply through $4.2 billion in funding over the next three years.
This includes $2 billion in capital funding and other investments that will go towards affordable housing programs and projects. Items in the 2023 BC Budget that are in keeping with residential industry priorities include:
- $1 billion for a new Growing Communities Fund;
- $91 million towards a new pilot project that financially incents homeowners to develop new secondary suites for long-term rental opportunities;
- $77 million to speed up natural resource permitting and modernize the permitting service delivery model, like the Permitting Strategy for Housing and Housing Action Task Force;
- $57 million to create more homes through new residential zoning measures and by reducing the time and cost associated with local government approval processes;
- $11 million that will help implement the Housing Supply Act: and
- New property transfer tax incentive to encourage the construction of new purpose-built rentals.
Unfortunately, funding for CleanBC enhancements has been drastically reduced from $24 million to $11 million for the 2023/24 period. While this investment potentially allows the CleanBC Better Homes Program to continue, it is inadequate to enable low-carbon market transformation in new residential construction.
CMHC data shows over 500,000 new homes need to be built to restore affordability in BC. Increasing housing supply and streamlining its delivery remains a priority for CHBA BC and the association will work with the government on creating more housing choices across the province.
With demand for housing of all types at an all-time high, interest rates seeming to have plateaued and the expectation of stability with inflation, CHBA BC is pleased to see that no new tax increases on housing are included in the 2023 BC Budget.
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WorkSafeBC Public Consultation Asbestos Certification and Licensing - Extended until March 7
CHBA BC
Based on stakeholder feedback, the public consultation period for the proposed amendments to Part 6 of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation relating to asbestos certification and licensing has been extended until 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 7, 2023.
This consultation phase is an opportunity to provide feedback, which will be carefully reviewed before the proposed amendments are taken to public hearing.
The proposed amendments and instructions on providing feedback can be viewed here.
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Consumer Protection and Professionalizing the Renovation Industry
Global BC
Global News BC has provided a follow-up on last week’s Consumer Matters story about the importance of having a written contract in renovation projects.
This week, Global BC investigated the consumer protections that exist and the actions a homeowner can take when a renovation project goes wrong.
As CHBA BC CEO, Neil Moody explained, licensing for renovation contractors would be one positive step towards professionalization and mitigating some of the problems that can arise in the currently unregulated renovation industry.
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Plenty to see at Penticton Home and Reno Show
Penticton Western News
 This weekend CHBA South Okanagan will present the 27th annual Penticton Home & Reno show at the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre. The show runs both Saturday, March 4 and Sunday, March 5.
In addition to hosting 129 building and garden vendor booths, the Penticton Home & Reno show includes several special events.
On Saturday, garden and tree experts from GardenWorks and Bartlett Tree Experts will be answering questions from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm.
Then on Sunday the show will host the Builders Pancake Breakfast, bring an extra 5$ and your appetite - all proceeds go to the South Okanagan Women in Need Society. The SOWINS pancake breakfast is on from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Entry to the show is $5 cash at the door (Kids get in for free!) and includes a chance to win a Napoleon gas BBQ from Fortis BC and a $2,000 closets and blinds package.
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In-Person Training: Reaching Future Performance Targets Using Fundamental Enclosure Concepts
CHBA BC
7 CPD points
Does the mindset for residential construction today correlate with the performance targets of tomorrow ... simply put ... No! High-performance residential buildings need to be highly durable, but what type of enclosure assemblies will meet future energy demand requirements? What are the renewable details associated with typical 15-20-year building enclosure assets (e.g., deck/balcony membranes and sloped roof systems)? How can you gain experience with new high-performance building performance methods before taking on your next project?
- Gain hands-on experience with high-performance air and water barrier membrane installation detailing known to improve efficiency, increase durability, and reduce installation costs
- Build the fundamental knowledge required to be successful in evaluating and implementing high-performance enclosure design demanded by current and future code requirements
- Learn cutting-edge renewable detailing approaches that can be implemented on even today’s projects
This event will provide multiple hands-on opportunities, including:
- Work to install an exterior sheathing membrane strip-in on a window rough opening penetration mock-up.
- Work to execute sheathing membrane starter penetration detailing for typical vent and electrical/mechanical vent penetrations.
BURNABY | MARCH 30, 2023 - REGISTER HERE
NELSON | MAY 11, 2023 - REGISTER HERE
This training session is proudly sponsored by FortisBC.
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NEW LOCATIONS CONFIRMED: Mind the Gap: Preventing failures in HVAC and Airtightness
CHBA BC
 7.5 CPD points
This one-day course will take a deeper dive into the BC Energy Step Code metrics for Part 9 buildings and how to achieve Step 3 and higher through design and building techniques to build better and minimize costs. The content will focus on practical strategies for effective design, proper selection and installation of mechanical systems, and airtightness. Using real-world examples and different housing archetypes from local climates, we will examine why some projects fail while others pass easily.
This course will include an onsite component at the end of the day. Using a local real-world onsite home, the class will participate in a blower door test. This will include hands-on preparation for the test, highlighting common problem areas as well as strategies for improvement and repairs. This session will also discuss airtightness best practices and strategies for renovations.
Dates available:
April 13 – Kamloops, BC
April 28 – Kelowna, BC
May 4 – Victoria, BC
May 5 – Nanaimo, BC
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Upcoming Webinars
CHBA BC
 De-mystifying Construction Contracts: Key Terms to Protect and Grow your Business
Date: March 31
Time: 9:00 am-11:00 am
2 CPD points
This course will use the CHBA BC contract and other sample contracts to help viewers identify important contractual terms for their specific business.
Register Here
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Builders Liens and Holdbacks 101
Date: April 17
Time: 9:00 am-11:00 am
2 CPD points
This course will provide information on British Columbia’s Builders Lien Act and how it applies to various industry stakeholders, including Owners, General Contractors, Subcontractors, and Suppliers.
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Warranty Defects: Causes and Solutions
Date: May 17
Time: 8:30 am-12:30 am
4 CPD points
Learn the most common construction defects based on actual housing projects.
Register Here
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