Join the Women's Council on Wednesday, January 26 for a casual online moderated conversation discussing what it takes to raise the bar in the workplace. Moderated by Women's Council member Vanessa Pfannenschmidt of Diamondback Enterprise Group, guest speakers Stefanie Coleman, Chief Sustainability Officer, Doug Tarry Homes & Owner of Pretty Smart Homes, and Claudia Duffield,…
The Energy Step Code takes building to the next level this year, with Step 3 becoming the minimum level of building across B.C. Although many municipalities are advancing up the Steps faster than originally mapped out, the Step Code is a performance pathway so builders have to find the design and building strategies, trades, and…
Construction Social: Virtual Come to: Net-work. Share work. Talk Work. Improve work. Get to know members and make some alliances. This group is for HAVAN (Homebuilders Association Vancouver) members and for those in residential construction to meet in a no-pressure and comfortable atmosphere. To do this virtually, we’ll be using the Wonder platform. You are…
The first HAVANx webinar will feature Rick Haws, President of SaleFish Software, who will be talking about leveraging tech for new-home sales. This webinar will discuss creative digital marketing and sales ideas in this new era and share information about how builders can shift tactics to successfully sell more units. Greg Cory, COO of COOLAID…
BACKGROUND When talking to builders about locating all the thermal insulation outboard of the wall structure, there is a consensus that this wall configuration delivers a holistic outcome. Among all of its benefits, “maintaining the wall structure close to indoor temperature year around” appears to resonate the most with builders due to the elimination of…
It's showtime! Join HAVAN at the Spring Home & Garden Show as the official Help Desk "Ask the Experts" Kiosk sponsor. Building on our success at the Vancouver Fall Home Show this past October, HAVAN is returning to the Spring Home and Garden Show as the official Help Desk Kiosk sponsor. Focused on connecting with…
Join HAVAN for the ultimate blockbuster movie premiere on the evening of Wednesday, March 16th. Grab some popcorn and for the first time since March 2020, gather in person to watch a live announcement of this year's HAVAN Awards finalists. In surround-sound. On a 50-foot screen. In a Cineplex auditorium. We're excited to welcome you…
A new year means it's time to finally get your marketing to work for you! Join fellow HAVAN member, Award-Winning Digital Marketer Ted Lau as he shares How to Create Your Own Digital Action Strategy Plan! Ted will share with you: Developing Buyer Personas to improve your ad relevancy How to stress test your marketing ideas so…
Save the date! HAVAN is making a return to BUILDEX. More details to come.
The Young Professional Committee (formerly the U40 Committee) is thrilled to present their next event: Outing at One Under, on Wednesday, March 23. Join us for an exciting evening of simulated golf games (like closest to the pin, window smash, longest drive, and more), socializing with industry peers, great food & drink, door prizes, and…
About this Event The Home + Design and Reno Show is a unique boutique show with a focus on home design. Sponsored by Western Living Magazine and set amongst the picturesque VanDusen Botanical Gardens, this event is for homeowners actively focused on home renovations looking to source designers who can inspire, and builders and suppliers…
Mark your calendars! This year's HAVAN Awards gala will return in-person on April 30th (pending PHO restrictions). Please note that this event is open to HAVAN Awards finalists, sponsors, and invited guests only. More details and registration coming soon. Parq Vancouver has offered HAVAN a special group rate of $309 per night. Click here to…
**Due to new COVID-19 restrictions related to gatherings and for the health & safety of our members and staff, this event has been postponed. Stay tuned for an updated date.** HAVAN’s Legends of Housing, presented by FortisBC, is a premier annual event featuring three of the construction industry’s top influencers and trailblazers who have helped…