2016 News Index
University of British Columbia’s School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture to Host Awards for Sustainable ConstructionB.C. To Target Foreign Real Estate Buyers With New Tax
Foreigners who buy residential property in the Vancouver area will have to pay an extra 15% tax as part of a B.C. government plan to slow the foreign speculation.
CEO Donna Moore Resigns from CHBA – UDI Calgary
Donnas’ decision comes on the heels of the amalgamation of CHBA – Calgary Region and UDI – Calgary, with the goal of creating one stronger, unified voice for the industry.
CHBA – Alberta Supports Move to Protect Wood Buffalo Residents
The Canadian Home Builders’ Association – Alberta supports new measures announced today to protect Wood Buffalo residents from unqualified or unscrupulous contractors.
German Furniture Market Bounces Back Thanks To Housing Developments
Interconnected publishes new study on German home furniture market.
CREA Updates Resale Housing Forecast
Canadian resale housing market trends that defined 2015 have intensified.
Canadian home sales drop in May following April’s record
National home sales dropped in May 2016 after having set an all-time monthly record in April.
Dubai Office Building Uses 3-D Print
Dubai’s newest office building will not be a traditional construction project.
FINANCIAL POST: It takes 23 years to save for a down payment in Metro Vancouver
“Hard work doesn’t pay off like it used to.”
Canadian Home Sales Set Record In April
National home sales in April 2016 rose to their highest level ever.
CMHC: Canadian Housing Starts Trend Stable in April
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) trend measure of housing starts in Canada was 195,064 units in April compared to 196,103 in March.
Excellence Canada: Applications Now Open for 2017 Canadian Business Excellence Awards for Private Businesses
This national award recognizes Private Businesses from all industries for their ability to earn the loyalty and satisfaction of their stakeholders, which include customers, employees, suppliers, investors and the communities in which they do business.
Canadian Home Sales Set Record In March
National home sales posted their third monthly increase and broke all previous monthly records.
Forum for Growth 2016 A Huge Success
A key goal for CHBA’s Forum for Growth 2016 was to bring new MPs and government leaders up to speed on the housing issues that affect Canad
New National Energy Code for Buildings Provides Canadians with Energy-Efficient Solutions
Ninety changes and updates to improve the overall energy performance of new buildings.
CREA Updates Resale Housing Forecast
The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) has updated its forecast for home sales activity via the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Systems of Canadian real estate Boards and Associations for 2016 and extended it to include 2017
Housing is Never Free: New Neighbours Will Pay the Bill for Inclusionary Zoning
American jurisdictions all have financial and planning incentives to make Inclusionary Zoning program work.
Home Builders Welcome Public Transit, Infrastructure and Housing Investments in Federal Budget
The Canadian Home Builders' Association (CHBA) welcomed the governmen'’s Budget plan to invest in public transit systems and municipal infrastructure, which will help make houses more affordable.
Canadian Home Sales Push Higher In February
National home sales recorded a second consecutive month-over-month increase in February 2016.
Canadian Net-Zero Energy Home Builders Recognized for Contribution to Industry-Changing Demonstration Project
A total of 26 homes were built in four provinces as part of the Net-Zero Energy Housing demonstration project with Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) and Owens Corning Canada.
Enercare Acquires Service Experts in Multi-Million Dollar Deal
Enercare, one of Canada's largest home and commercial services companies, has announced an agreement to acquire Service Experts.
Home Builders and Government of Canada Announce Partnership To Renew Get it in Writing!
The Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) is pleased to announce an agreement with the Government of Canada to renew its successful public information program, Get it in Writing! for the next three years.
Mattamy Homes Joins Forces With Airdrie Firefighters Association In Support Of Muscular Dystrophy Canada
Canada's largest privately owned homebuilder sponsors rooftop campout fundraiser.
2016 TCIC Simulated Student Bid Competition
New aspects in The Construction Institute of Canada's (TCIC) National Simulated Student Bid Competition set the bar for students to gain real life bidding experience in order to be able to contribute immediately in the construction industry.
TD Economics: Regional Housing Report
Canadian regional housing outlook: the booming, the struggling and the stable.
Canadian Home Sales Rebound In January
National home sales rebounded in January 2016 compared to December 2015.
The first Six Storey Wood Framed Midrise
Building Project has been constructed in Hamilton, Ont.
CMHC Housing Observer - Housing Market Assessment (HMA) Updated Results
Overvaluation and overbuilding are the most commonly detected problematic conditions.
Canadian Home Sales Edge Lower in December
National home sales edged lower in December 2015 compared to the previous month, but held above year-ago levels.
First Annual Estimate of Urban Households in Core Housing Need
Based on Statistics Canada’s new Canadian income survey.
CMHC: Canada’s Purpose-Built Rental Vacancy Rate Increases
“The rise in the national vacancy rate was due to lower net migration in regions most affected by low oil prices as well as an increase in the supply of purpose-built rental apartment units,” said Bob Dugan, Chief Economist at CMHC’s Market Analysis Centre.
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