Building & Industry News
Solutions Needed for Health, Safety and Economic Recovery
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is a critical issue in terms of health and safety and our economy. The best protection includes practicing strong personal hygiene such as washing hands regularly, social distancing and even self-isolation. Labs around the world are...
BC Coronavirus/Covid19 Self-Assessment Tool
Here is a link to BC's Coronavirus/Covid19 Self-Assessment Tool. https://covid19.thrive.health/ Stay healthy and safe.
Reduce Fees, Taxes & Put Moratorium on Added Govt Costs
The coronavirus is likely to have a big impact on the housing market, like every other business. Housing represents a big part of Canada's/BC's economy and govt revenue via the Property Transfer Tax, GST, Speculation Tax, School Tax (actually a land tax that goes to...
Plan for Health and Safety During Coronavirus
Health and safety have always been critical in construction, and today’s coronavirus pandemic is an important reminder. A safe jobsite is the result of careful planning, especially eliminating potential hazards. In the case of coronavirus, eliminating hazards include:...
Housing Supply Panel Looking For Solutions
The BC govt has created a housing supply/affordability panel and feedback survey at https://engage.gov.bc.ca/housingaffordability/. The survey is online until April 3 and everyone concerned about housing affordability should participate. The panel will review...
Fast Growing Canada Needs Housing Supply
To understand rising home prices, it’s important to appreciate that Canada is undergoing some of the fastest population growth in our history. Statistics Canada reports the country’s rate of growth is twice as fast as that of the US and UK. Canada’s population was...
HOUSING FORECAST: NEED SUPPLY TO IMPROVE AFFORDABILITY
The Victoria Residential Builders Association recently held its annual Crystal Ball Housing Forecast at the Gorge Vale Golf Club. Presentations were by: • Sandi-Jo Ayers, President, Victoria Real Estate Board • Brendon Ogmundson, Chief Economist, BC Real Estate...
Join VRBA in the New Year
Welcome to a new year and opportunity to join the Victoria Residential Builders Association. The Victoria Residential Builders Association is focused on being effective, efficient and affordable. VRBA provides: • Renovation and new home projects sent directly to our...
NEW HOME CONVERSION PROPOSAL ASSISTS SUPPLY, AFFORDABILITY
The City of Victoria is considering an important home conversion policy that may improve supply, vacancy rate and affordability. CMHC reports vacancies in Victoria have dropped to 1%, adding to our housing challenges. Canada’s strong population growth of over half a...
National Building Code Changes to Energy Efficiency for Housing
Codes Canada has announced a public review on changes to National Building Code including seismic & energy efficiency from Jan 13 to March 13. This is the public review that VRBA has suggested municipalities wait for, which includes a prescriptive option for...