Building & Industry News

2023 CARE Awards – Call for Entry

The Victoria Residential Builders Association (VRBA) announces the Call for Entry for the 2023 Construction Achievements and Renovations of Excellence (CARE) Awards of Vancouver Island. The CARE Awards is the premier industry event celebrating Canada’s leaders in...

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BC Step Code Changes – May 1

The BC Building and Safety Standards Branch has created the following BC Step Code changes for Part 9 homes (single detached, townhomes, etc.)  taking effect May 1, 2023: Introduces the Zero Carbon Step Code, an opt-in building carbon pollution standard for...

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Three Housing Myths Dispelled

Here are three common myths about housing: Myth #1: Houses are unaffordable Many buildings are affordable, but the land is not. For example, a 1950’s home on a 14,950 sq ft lot in Saanich was assessed at $1,033,000 by BC Assessment in July 2022. The building was...

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VRBA Golf Tournament – May 24

Wednesday, May 24 has been confirmed for VRBA’s golf tournament and we are returning to Olympic View Golf Course!  (www.OlympicViewGolf.com) Mark your calendars, enjoy a day on the links and network with VRBA’s contractors, designers, trades & suppliers! Register...

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