2012 News Index

2012 CARE Awards “Call For Entry” Announced
The entry deadline for the 2012 CARE Awards is Monday, June 11, 4:00 pm, when all entries must be received at the CHBA-Victoria office.

IHSA launches Certificate of Recognition Program (COR)
As a nationally recognized health and safety certification program, COR provides employers with an effective health and safety management system to eliminate incidents, injuries and illnesses.

Manitoba to See Steady Gains in Construction Employment
Construction will continue to be a leading industry in Manitoba over the next decade with the new residential home building and electrical utility sectors reaching record high employment levels.

Signs of Stability in the GTA New Housing Market
The GTA new housing market is easing back into stability in early 2012.

Hammer Heads are Key to Resolving Skilled Labour Shortage
Addressing the shortage of skilled labour we are facing will require a varied and multi-faceted approach. Toronto’s Hammer Heads program is a fundamental piece of that effort.

Home Prices Up In February But Gains Slowing
Year-over-year comparisons continued shrinking, providing further evidence that Canadian home price growth may be topping out.  

REW.ca Real Estate Survey Shows Consumers Split on Buying a Home This Spring 
VANCOUVER –The REW.ca Real Estate Consumer Confidence Survey reveals a close split on whether this spring is a good time to buy in Vancouver Lower Mainland.

First Occupational Designation in the Residential Construction Industry in Canada
In the fall of 2011, the Government of Alberta designated RCSM as an occupation under the Apprenticeship and Industry Training Act.

National Kitchen & Bath Association Market Report
When it comes to kitchen and bath remodels, optimism is high and undeterred for the start of 2012.

Remembering Marg Forbes: A Life of Courage, Ambition and Integrity
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ms. Margaret Forbes, our colleague, our teacher and the Chief Financial Officer of the Saskatoon & Region Home Builders’ Association and the Canadian Home Builders’ Association – Saskatchewan and all our affiliates.

Vancouver Real Estate Consumer Survey Released
REW.ca Real Estate Consumer Q4 2011 Survey shows importance of liveability and home size compromises in Vancouver Lower Mainland communities.

BTY Group Releases Market Intelligence Report for 2012
Report forecasts steady workloads with low escalation

2011 - Year of the Condo as GTA Market Shifts
More than 28,000 new condominium units were sold in the Greater Toronto Area in 2011, setting a new record for the market’s high-rise sector.

Safety First
Canadian Home Builders’ Association — Lethbridge Region (CHBA-LR) has worked with Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) to understand the challenges to safety in their region.

Public Consultation on Changes to LEED Canada for Homes Energy Requirements
The Canada Green Building Council is responding by seeking feedback on a proposed change aimed at ensuring the rating system continues to advance green home construction across the country.

International Code Council, Canadian Building Officials Develop Training Courses
The underlying goal to develop and provide standardized training and certification across Canada has got a solid start with seven training courses and 10 certification exams available to all Canadian building officials through their provincial Chapters.

Migrating Landscapes Comes to Toronto
The Canadian Entry to the 2012 Venice Biennale in Architecture opens Lambert Galleria in Brookfield Place from February 6 to February 24, 2012. BILD is a proud strategic partner of the event.

EIFS Council Holds Largest Certification Event in North America
Following similar events across Canada, more than 180 EIFS industry personnel participated in recent Toronto EIFS Quality Assurance Program review and exam sessions.

CFIB Nation-wide Comparison of Workers’ Compensation Boards
Workers’ compensation boards under the microscope: first-ever comparative study reveals inconsistencies, failures and successes

Canadian Ambassador Joins Ontario Builders on Humanitarian Build in the Dominican Republic
Thanks to almost 200 Ontario home builders and their families, six needy families in the Dominican Republic have moved into their solid, safe and clean modest new homes.

GTA Realtors Report Mid-Month Resale Housing Market Figures
Greater Toronto Realtors reported a six per cent increase in 2012, compared to the first 14 days of January 2011.

Canadian Home Sales Edge Higher in December
National resale housing activity posted an increase from November to December 2011.

GTA High-rise Market Soars to New Heights
The Greater Toronto Area new homes market in the GTA broke two records in November, raising the bar for both high-rise sales and total new home sales.

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