News Releases

Residential construction industry jobs increased 15.5 per cent in 2016

Mon. May 8 2017

 

Residential construction industry jobs, wages, and investment value have all increased by double-digit percentages in British Columbia, according to the latest economic data released by the Canadian Home Builders’ Association.

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CHBA BC announces Lynn Harrison as new president

Mon. Apr 3 2017

 

Lynn Harrison, a long-time advocate in the residential construction industry, is the new president of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association of British Columbia (CHBA BC).

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Georgie Awards® Gala celebrates 2017 winners and 25 years of home building excellence

Mon. Mar 13 2017

 

The 2017 Georgie Awards® winners were announced on Saturday, March 11, at the 25th Anniversary Georgie Awards® Gala in Vancouver.

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Homeowners: Let the CRA help you lay the foundation for tax-filing success

Tue. Feb 28 2017

 

Whether you’re jumping into the housing market for the first time or moving on up to accommodate a growing family, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has resources and programs to help homeowners keep money in their pockets at tax time.

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Home builders applaud tax savings for first-time home buyers and small businesses in BC Budget 2017

Tue. Feb 21 2017

 

The provincial budget announced today in the Legislature includes new tax savings for both first-time home buyers and small businesses. These changes are welcomed by the Canadian Home Builders’ Association of British Columbia (CHBA BC.)

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Georgie Awards® Customer Satisfaction Finalists Announced

Mon. Jan 23 2017

 

Four finalists have been announced for the 2017 Georgie Awards® Customer Satisfaction award category.

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Drywall Duty Report Recognizes Negative Impact on Industry and the Canadian Economy

Thu. Jan 12 2017

 

The Tribunal has provided a number of recommendations to the Federal Government to mitigate the negative impacts of the drywall tariff on the residential construction industry.  

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New assistance program for first-time home buyers a step in the right direction

Thu. Dec 15 2016

 

The Canadian Home Builders’ Association of British Columbia (CHBA BC) welcomes the new B.C. Home Owner Mortgage and Equity (HOME) partnership program, announced today by Premier Christy Clark.

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Real Estate Weekly - Georgie Awards, Celebrating BC Home Builders, Announces 2017 Finalists

Wed. Nov 23 2016

 

November 23, 2016 - The Canadian Home Builders' Association of BC (CHBA) has announced the full list of finalists who are in the running for a Georgie Award® in 2017.

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25 years young: Finalists announced for the 25th Anniversary Georgie Awards®

Tue. Nov 22 2016

 

The Canadian Home Builders' Association of British Columbia (CHBA BC) is proud to announce the finalists for the 2017 Georgie Awards®.

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