HAVAN Spotlight: Wendy McNeil
look to HAVAN for connections in the residential construction industry. HAVAN’s Spotlight features HAVAN staff and members to showcase who we are and to help connect with one another. Want…
Georgie Awards® Customer Satisfaction Finalists Announced
aspects of the home buying process, from construction and product satisfaction to warranty service experience and referral intentions. To win the Georgie Awards® Customer Satisfaction category, the entrant must be…
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HAVAN Spotlight: Ron Rapp
HAVAN for connections in the residential construction industry. HAVAN’s Spotlight features HAVAN staff and members to showcase who we are and to help connect with one another. Want to be…
Days at the Legislature …
eligible to be funded through DCCs to include fire halls, police and solid waste facilities. A New Amenity Cost Charge (ACC) will be created to collect funds for community centres,…
Bringing It Home
region is shared to help inform candidates and their constituents of their local housing landscape.A complete list of candidates who chose to participate in the survey can be found here….
HPO launches Residential Construction Performance Guide online
200 performance conditions Addresses possible defects in 15 major construction categories Covers the most common defect claims submitted under a home warranty insurance policy Provides uniform criteria to help consumers…
BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS THROUGH VIDEO CONFERENCING
up your call and visible space to ensure success Manage communication in a virtual environment Do’s and don’t for closing business in the virtual world How to change your approach…
HOUSING ANNOUNCEMENTS CONTINUE TO ROLL IN…
echoing the same concerns, opposing the significant changes, citing cost premiums and affordability challenges, and impacts on design. They also provided recommendations which included a phased-in approach, better in-stream protection,…
A Billion Here, a Billion There …
foreign equity cannot proceed with purpose-built developments that, in our view, are the most effective tool to tackle Canada’s housing affordability crisis.” An interesting piece coming from McKinsey & Company…
Government Relations Committee
the second Thursday of each month, excluding August and December from 9:30am – 10:30am. Contact Diana for more information. Terms of Reference Link Committee Minutes Link Committee Resources Link Annual…
Committees and Councils
Looking to foster relationships, broaden your skill set, or advance an industry initiative? The association has nine active committees, each with a specific mandate set out by HAVAN’s strategic plan….
Speaker Alisa Aragon-Lloyd
Mortgage Expert, Bridgestone Financing Pros Lesson 6: I’m self-employed Alisa Aragon-Lloyd, Mortgage Expert, Bridgestone Financing Pros Lesson 7: The Home Buying Process Alisa Aragon-Lloyd, Mortgage Expert, Bridgestone Financing Pros Complimentary…
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
the land in which we build, through the following resources: Residential School History Truth and Reconciliation Commission Reports Indigenous Canada: A free online course from the University of Alberta …
Doing what we can to help during difficult times – Weatherguard Exteriors
During these difficult times Weatherguard Gutters has been fortunate enough to continue to work safely. We felt it was important to give back to our community in anyway we could….
ALAIR HOMES Invites Industry into their Weekly All Partner Calls
support one another. Strong communities breed resilience through inspiration and mutual support. Alair is a collaborative, caring and supportive community. We invite you to join anytime you can for the…
Submit a Resume
service. First & Last Name* Email* Phone Number* Availability Permanent Full-Time Temporary Full-Time Permanent Part-Time Temporary Part-Time Contract Position Title(s)* Please list (separated by commas) the position titles you are…
DetailsBob de Wit’s Province Guest Column
Bob’s January 14 column discusses real estate investment, and directed consumers to attend the GVHBA’s 22nd annual Home Buyers Seminar, for free, industry expert advice. READ COLUMN HERE….
REW Home Buyer’s Resource Guide in Partnership with HAVAN
building products, government agencies providing new home warranty programs, landscape designers, and industry professionals such as lawyers, real estate agents, insurance companies and financial institutions. Strong advocates of education for…
Residential design trends showcased
Anyone considering a custom-home build or a residential renovation may want to free up some time on Sunday when the Homebuilders Association of Vancouver once again presents its Parade of…
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opportunities include: Industry breakfasts, luncheons and dinners Forums, seminars and workshops Industry education Roundtable meetings Committees, council meetings and task forces Social events Members Expo Trade shows Contact Directory (hard…
Newsletters
provides a comprehensive summary of the latest in municipal council news each Saturday. Wendy McNeil’s Education Update comes to you each Tuesday, to help you organize your education with online,…
Committees
(Sub-Committee of Education & Technical) Chair: Shaun St-Amour, Clay Construction Inc. | Staff Liaison: Jay Chadha Vice-Chair: Mike Cairns, Innotech Windows + Doors Inc Contact: jay@havan.ca Provides a forum for…
Building Smart #20 – Fall 2014 Seminar – Soils, Excavation and Below Grade Assemblies
Moisture movement challenges including rising damp, hydrostatic pressure, and run-off Requirements for proper footing and storm drains Structural performance of foundation components, and Recent changes in the BC Building Code…
Canadian Pavillion International Builders Show 2014
promoting your company Scheduled one-on-one meetings with potential clients Free Entry Passes and Educational Sessions (Clients) Canada Night Networking Reception Coordination of Freight Forwarding Services Coordination of Hotel Accommodation (Las…
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Homebuilders Association of Vancouver Suite #1011, 7445 – 132 Street Surrey, BC Canada V3W 1J8 View Map Ph: (778) 565-4288 Fax: (778) 565-4289 Government diana@havan.ca Education education@havan.ca Marketing events@havan.ca General…
Out of the Box Condo Culture
Community is at the core of Vancouver’s culture. Comprised of over 20 municipalities, Metro Vancouver offers a colourful array of neighbourhoods to call home. Deciding in which neighbourhood to purchase…
Ready to Renovate
HAVAN offers you many different types of resources to help make your renovation a stress-free success. Below are real-life examples, featuring Ovation Award winning projects, with tips, solutions and resources.
CHBA BC Announces Delivery of ENERGY STAR® for New Homes Qualification Program
ENERGY STAR training and certification to builders in the province. CHBA BC is excited to add ENERGY STAR to its residential certification programs for new construction, since it is consumer-recognized,…
UNITING A COLLECTIVE VOICE TO ADDRESS THE HOUSING CRISIS …
can ensure that more projects succeed without sacrificing livability. Conclusion: A Call for Collective Action As we approach the provincial election, HAVAN will look to leverage our collective voice to…
ASSOCIATION ELECTS 2021/2022 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
continues to be challenged by supply chains, bureaucratic application processes and labour shortages.’ Chin remains encouraged for the economic opportunities within the Pacific Northwest and for the long-term viability of…
DetailsMember Valhalla Roofing steps up to the plate with new roof for youth safehouse
President & CEO of the Greater Homebuilders Association Vancouver, reached out to his contacts. Valhalla Roofing responded and installed a new roof on the six-bed youth shelter. See the full…
DetailsResidential Construction Industry Economic Impact
In 2011, Metro Vancouver’s residential construction industry is expected to achieve 13,150 housing starts; 66,300 jobs; $7.1 billion in construction value; $3.4 billion in wages; and $1.7 billion in federal…
DetailsHPO’s newest Builder Insight #8 Bulletin: Compatibility of Fasteners and Connectors with Residential Pressure Treated Wood
technologies, research results, good building practices and emerging technical issues in residential construction to Licensed Residentail Builders and others in the industry. Past Builder Insight bulletins can be viewed on…
DetailsHAVAN Members Open Doors to Collect Coats for Kids
to build a mountain of coats! Help us reach our goal! High res images available on request. MEDIA CONTACT: Dawn@havan.ca Participating Drop-Off Locations: Listed by municipality online at https://havan.ca/event/coatsforkids/ …
DetailsNews Release: Covid-19 update
Renee@havan.ca 778-373-9782 HAVAN Awards & Education: Wendy McNeil Wendy@havan.ca 778-373-9781 Media: Dawn Sondergaard Dawn@havan.ca 778-373-9783 Consumer Events: Sonali Rayas Sonali@havan.ca 778-373-9789 Member Events & ticket sales: Justine Nadia Justine@havan.ca 778-373-9788…
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SAW THE LIGHT
Shedding light on HAVAN, CEO Ron Rapp shares his personal insight on how you can find the resources to build your home right, the first time! You’ll also meet our co-hosts Mike and Jenn!
Media Release: Association Elects 2020/2021 Executive Committee
time.’ Also elected to the 2020/2021 HAVAN Executive Committee are: First Vice-Chair Randy Chin, RBC Financial, (Vancouver); Second Vice-Chair Dave Deamer, Polygon Homes (Vancouver); Secretary/Treasurer Avtar Johl, Platinum Group of…
DetailsAssociation Elects 2022/2023 Executive Committee
elected to the 2022/2023 HAVAN Executive Committee are: First Vice-Chair Henri Belisle, TQ Construction Ltd. (Burnaby); Second Vice-Chair Alisa Aragon-Lloyd – Bridgestone Financing Pros, (Vancouver); Secretary/Treasurer Chris Mould, MNP LLP,…
DetailsAward-winning Zenterra Developments celebrates another year of Georgie and HAVAN nominations
Excellence recognize the leading homebuilding professionals across the region’s industry. The Georgie Awards, presented annually by the Canadian Home Builder’s Association British Columbia, celebrate excellence in B.C.’s residential construction and…
DetailsHAVAN Municipal Dinner and Association Leadership Awards 2022
Hall of Fame inductee: Klaus Nesseler, Nesseler Construction Ltd. (Delta) Connections Awards First Place Builder: Clay Construction Inc. (Langley) Renovator: TQ Construction (Burnaby) Supplier: Martin Knowles Photo/Media (Vancouver) Second…
DetailsHAVAN Leadership Awards 2023 Revealed
(Delta) Renovator: TQ Construction(Burnaby) Supplier: Green Sheet Construction Data(Port Moody) Second Place Builder: Golden Dream Homes Ltd. (North Vancouver) Renovator: maison d’etre design-build inc.(Vancouver) Supplier: Bridgestone Financing Pros (Vancouver) New…
DetailsDCCs and Cs, and Cs, and Cs …
destruction of a valuable resource motivated by greed, somewhat parallels what is currently manifesting in the residential construction industry, particularly in the Greater Vancouver catchment. DCCs and CACs Growth requires…
THEY CARE … JUST NOT THAT MUCH.
addition to any increases in DCCs and or CACs being proposed by individual municipalities. The increased charges will now come into play as the Board effectively shrugged off the concerns…
VAGUELY ENTERTAINING …
officials. Featuring a fireside chat with City of Vancouver Mayor Ken Sims and The Vancouver Sun and The Province Editor-in-Chief Harold Munro the conversation centered on platform promises and achievements…
A LASER FOCUSED VIEW ….
Heritage Conservation – this could affect projects across the province and members should be aware of the implications. The Tyee offers this article/opinion on DCCs and other charges in the…
Homebuilders Association Vancouver awards finalists revealed
DCN-JOC News Services March 18, 2024 VANCOUVER – The finalists of the Homebuilders Association Vancouver (HAVAN) Awards for Housing Excellence have been revealed. The awards spotlight new-home construction, renovation and…
DetailsCMHC EQuilibriumTM Housing Forum, Oct 23-24
energy, low environmental impact homes! Click here to register online. Earn Continuing Education Learning Units! Participation in the CMHC EQuilibriumTM Housing Forum qualifies for Architectural Institute of BC (AIBC) Continuing…
DetailsASSOCIATION ELECTS 2023/2024 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
October 10, 2023 For immediate release ASSOCIATION ELECTS 2023/2024 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Vancouver, BC – Members of the Homebuilders Association Vancouver (HAVAN) elected Henri Belisle, President and Co-owner, TQ Construction as…
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ALL DECKED OUT FOR WINTER
accessories that can cause rust. Be sure to remove organic matter before it starts to decompose as leaves can stain vinyl decking that can be difficult to remove. It’s a…
Westcoast Homes & Designs – Ovation Award Winners
Best Builders winning home featured on the cover of Westcoast Homes & Design plus coverage of the 2014 Ovation Award winners. Read article here!
Eby delivers action to expand housing supply
including updating zoning bylaws and streamlining local development approval processes. Also included in the announcement are changes to the Strata Property Act, to remove rental and certain age restrictions from…
RECKLESS OPTIMISM OR REALISTIC?
best practice looks like in the incorporation of ESG in real estate. Local developers are hiring staff that specializes in ESG to help combat climate change, promote a circular economy,…
Building Smart #19 – New Energy Provisions in the BC Building Code
on May 29, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.) Locations: 21 communities province-wide To register, click here. Each participant will receive a presentation guide and a certificate of completion. Sandwiches and light…
DetailsHAVAN Members ADERA and SOLTERRA Win CHBA National SAM Awards!
the Direct Promotion category for their project “Keefer Block” while Adera Development Corporation won in the Best New Multi-Family Project for “Sail.” For further infomation see The Vancouver Sun and…
DetailsEducation and Technical Committee
Mainland. Chair Shaun St-Amour Clay Construction Vice Chair Keith Lloyd The Business Surgeon Consultancy Second Vice Chair Mike Cairns Innotech Windows + Doors, Inc. Staff Liaison Wendy McNeil The E&T…
Opinion: Disregard rules on building permits and bylaws at your peril
renovation success. Check credentials. Check experience. Check references. And remember, always get your agreement in writing. Ron Rapp is CEO of Homebuilders Association Vancouver. He can be reached at ron@havan.ca…
Building Smart Webinars – BC Building Code Requirements – Part 3 Energy Efficiency
standards, thermal envelope performance, heating ventilation air conditioning and domestic hot water, energy modelling, and lighting and electrical power. Licensed Residential Builders, contractors, building officials, architects, engineers, trades and others…
Column: Steps to a better built home
a qualified designer in the pre-construction and planning stage will increase the chances of successfully meeting ESC targets. Acting on any deficiencies identified by a CEA is crucial for achieving…
Energy efficiency upgrades for your home
In the last few years there has been a National effort to reverse Climate Change and one of those efforts is to make homes more energy efficient.
The energy used to cool homes in Canada is increasing each year and efforts to reduce this will help everyone, as the energy used will usually make the environment hotter outside.
HAVAN launches its 17th annual Coats for Kids campaign on November 19
Ltd. – #106, 8988 Fraserton Ct., Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. COQUITLAM Blue Ocean Construction Inc. – #221, 17 Fawcett Rd., 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Bluetree Homes – Mackin Park Sales Centre,…
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HAVAN Spotlight: Aleem Kassam
🎙️ Check out Aleem’s episode on HAVAN’s Podcast ‘Measure Twice, Cut Once’ Tell us about yourself & your company? Aleem: As a Principal at Kalu Interiors I’m responsible…
HAVAN Spotlight: Niky Furtado
and racing cars and motorcycles, snowboarding, and enjoying the outdoors Proudest moment? Niky: Becoming a HAVAN Awards Winner for our recent Olives in the City project with Designs by KS…
Ovation Awards recognize excellence in residential construction
Innovation and energy efficiency mark winning entries. Click to read full article on The Vancouver Sun. The award for Best Single Family Home less than 2,000 square feet went to…
Don Cayo: If cities and the province backed off their huge levies, housing costs would ease
Governments could, as noted in a Vancity analysis reported on the front page of Thursday’s paper, do much more to help young Vancouverites trapped in small condos because they can’t…
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assistance: Understanding stratas– an overview Learn more about “Form B: Information Certificate” Learn more about the “Form F: Certificate of Payment” Presenting Sponsor: BC Housing Sponsors: Fortis BC CMHC REBGV…
Building Smart with Roofs – February 2013 Half-Day Workshop
program. Presented by the British Columbia Building Envelope Council (BCBEC) and the Homeowner Protection Office (HPO), in partnership with RCI Western Canada Chapter. For more information, visit the BCBEC website….
The 2023 HAVAN Awards for Housing Excellence – Next Home Recap Video
in Metro Vancouver. Watch the video and immerse yourself in the excitement, energy, and camaraderie among industry peers as we honoured Vancouver’s top professionals at HAVAN’s biggest night out. WATCH…
Anti-Theft Work Site Solutions
you keep track of your equipment and protect against unexpected expenses and project delays, Federated Insurance has developed this risk management resource on record keeping best practices for contracting businesses….
A FAREWELL TO RON RAPP
announced the largest public transit investment in Canadian history: the $30B Canada Public Transit Fund (CPTF) with conditions in place tying funding to the creation of housing. ‘…if municipalities want…
Creating That Dream Ensuite
made all the difference. Chevonne, one of Tile Town’s Design Consultants, worked with Marg to narrow down the right tones and textures that would complement the tub and counter,…
Surrey’s City Centre
Surrey’s City Centre In 1998 I was an early employee of the group that founded the Surrey campus of Simon Fraser University, now the centre-piece of Surrey’s Central City district….
18th Annual Parade of Renovated Homes a Success!
…some of the design and construction features in their own home transformations. Participating renovators and descriptions of their homes are posted here. The parade would not have been as successful…
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ADAPTABLE HOMES – 12 Tips to Help You Design Your Forever Home and Age-in-Place
to include all people living in the home, caregivers and or an occupational therapist. Open, sensitive, and confidential communication is crucial during this process. By thoroughly assessing your needs, both…
COMMON SENSE IN CITY HALLS? …
the current political environment of City Hall. The Mayor’s office acknowledged that messages and concerns received from our members and the sector, had a direct impact on rescinding the previous…
10 Essential Tips for Designing and Renovating Small Living Rooms
furniture helps reduce clutter and enhances the room’s versatility. Builder: Naikoon Contracting Ltd. with ONE Seed Architecture + Interiors Opt for Light Colours Light colours can make a small space…
MAKING HIS LIST, AND CHECKING IT TWICE …
from 10 to 20. The ‘List of 20’ include Central Saanich, Chilliwack, Colwood, Esquimalt, Kelowna, City of Langley, Maple Ridge, Mission, Nanaimo, New Westminster, North Cowichan, North Saanich, City of…
BENEFITS FOR EVERYONE …
all growth recorded in 2022 (96 per cent). Statistics Canada said that if current immigration levels remain, Canada’s population could hit 50 million in two decades. Vice-president and chief economist…
$HOW ME THE MONEY …
on higher density, introducing these technologies into medium and high-rise construction will be challenging. HEADWINDS Political Resistance The pivot needed to embrace the conditions necessary to access the announced funding…
HAVAN members and president recognized for their work at the 69th annual Canadian Home Builders’ Association Convention
and sales activities. Portrait Homes won the Community Development Award, recognizing excellent achievement in creating an attractive, exciting and innovative community (Silver Ridge). Adera Development Corporation won the New Home…
DetailsNew home and renovation award winners announced
efficiency and heritage restoration. “Residential construction is a major contributor to Metro Vancouver’s economy and we are delighted to acknowledge the industry’s brightest stars,” said HAVAN President and CEO Peter…
DetailsHAVAN celebrates membership milestones
Dynasty Fireplaces EJM Construction Management Inc. Fortif Construction Inc. Kemp Construction Management Ltd. Klondike Contracting Corporation Marvin Windows & Doors BC Moore and Russell Heating Ltd. MPB Construction Ltd. Networx…
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HAVAN Spotlight: Fizzah Nadeem
Tell us about yourself & your company? Fizzah: I’m the creative force at FizzaHarris Designs, where we’ve been crafting unique experiences for residential and commercial clients about three years….
HAVAN Spotlight: Sebastian Spoke
Last piece of advice you have received? Sebastian: Ensure all projects be completed on schedule! Favourite HAVAN moment and why? Sebastian: Getting accepted recently as I start to navigate my…
BC ENERGY STEPCODE : OFFICIAL POSITION OF HAVAN
shift towards climate-friendly construction, there are concerns that some local governments pushing timelines to go beyond the recommended stepped approach are potentially creating a discrepancy in implementation across Metro Vancouver…
ConEcon – Trusted Partners in Real Estate Development
respectfully Your Success is our Success Involving a quantity surveyor in the process from start to finish ensures that a construction project is costed out correctly and remains financially…
HAVAN Spotlight: Kiff Mowat
🎙️ Check out Kiff’s episode on HAVAN’s podcast ‘Measure Twice, Cut Once’ Tell us about yourself & your company? Kiff: My name is Kiff Mowat, Owner of Davenport Homes….
HAVAN Spotlight: Ami McKay
Check out Ami’s episode on HAVAN’s podcast ‘Measure Twice, Cut Once’ How did you get into the residential construction industry? Ami: Started working as an interior designer 20 years ago,…
Consumer Education
Measure Twice, Cut Once – a podcast from HAVAN Recognizing people are not always able to meet with the professionals at the home shows, HAVAN launched the podcast Measure Twice,…
Richmond builders nominated for top industry awards
held by HAVAN – the largest builders’ association in B.C. – aims to highlight the best projects HAVAN members have built, renovated, designed and marketed in Metro Vancouver. READ MORE…
Burnaby companies in the running for Ovation awards
annual Ovation awards, now in the 10th year, are organized by the Homebuilders Association Vancouver and recognize the best built, renovated, designed and marketed projects in Metro Vancouver. READ MORE…
Top Five renovations for optimal return in a down resale market.
project including experience with local municipalities and building permits, current knowledge on the latest building materials, access to skilled trades, with potential trade discounts for purchasing materials to complete your…
HAVAN Ovation Award Winners
Awards recognize the best in homebuilding industry. From laneway homes and modern designed condo renovations, to breathtaking custom-built homes, the Homebuilders Association Vancouver (HAVAN, formerly GVHBA) annual Ovations Awards connects…
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Beautiful kitchens take smart planning
have a recipe for success. Advanced planning guarantees the desired outcome Maximizing the storage in homes that have a smaller footprint is critical. Custom built-in cabinetry from floor to ceiling…
Harmony and balance in custom homes
oak engineered hardwood flooring. Functionality of space is designed to accommodate both the rigor of everyday family life and the more elaborate formal occassions. The oversized foyer provides a welcoming…
Inf ill housing an untapped resource in Metro Vancouver
of contact, doing permit applications online and concurrent processes were other recommendations made. To read this article, visit Journal of Commerce: Inf ill housing an untapped resource in Metro Vancouver…
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Portrait Homes
Searching for a new family home? Look to award-winning builder Portrait Homes for quality and new communities. This Maple Ridge based builder provides the best of single family homes and…
Outdoor living: At home in nature
The exterior is also designed as a community space for residents, and a functional extension of their homes. Parkland and privacy Best Outdoor Living Space – Single-Family Production or Multi-Family…
DetailsInfill housing an untapped solution for B.C.’s supply shortage: report
association’s report was released Monday. The association, which did the research for the Housing Approvals Study together with the land-records-tracking company Landcor, found that the proportion of infill projects in…
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Resources to Prepare Businesses for a Second Wave
into place. To help keep businesses agile and protected, HAVAN Member Federated Insurance developed the following risk management resource guide addressing business continuity best practices. Read the guide. …
