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INDUSTRY NEWS
Government relations is an element of HAVAN membership that I don't believe we communicate enough about, so we recently put together a brief two-pager that explains what we do, how we do it, who we collaborate with, and some examples of "GR Wins." As you'll notice, your membership dollar is at work not just locally, but provincially and nationally too! If you're interested in learning more, or have questions, please give me a call (778.373.9780) or email bob@havan.ca.
Remember: Link back to HAVAN.ca when you post the new HAVAN digital logo on your website. We look forward to working with each and every one of you, as together, we are more visible, and empowered to enact change.
LEADING NEW HOMES INDICATOR FROM BC HOUSING
The BC Housing registry data measures residential construction activities at the project start, and provides information on building type, building size, city and regional district.
Following an unexpectedly strong month of December, driven by new multifamily projects in Surrey and Coquitlam, warranty registrations plunged in January, particularly in the city of Vancouver where only 55 multi-family units were registered.
Province-wide, so far in 2019, total home registrations were down 39.6% from the same period in 2018, driven by a decrease in multi-unit homes (46.3%) and a decline in single detached homes (16.7%).
BUILDER'S SUPER WEEK
Don't forget about CHBA BC's Super Week, March 6-8 at the Hyatt. It's a great way to catch up on your CPD credits. Here's how you
register
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and here is the course agenda.
DENNY PEARCE
On Friday, February 1st, 2019 we lost a founding father of HAVAN, Denny Pearce. Pearce Developments was a founding member of GVHBA and was also involved in the predecessor association, HUDAC. A Celebration of Life will be held for Denny at 1:00 pm on Sunday, March 3rd, 2019 at the Pitt Meadows Golf Club.
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HAVAN News
HOMEBUYER FORUM: LIMITED TABLETOPS! REACH ACTIVE BUYERS
Offering consumers industry expert advice on how and where to buy into Metro Vancouver, the
Homebuyer Forum presents three interactive forums, with industry experts answering questions relating to Vancouver's current buying environment. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet with the experts in a marketplace which will run before, during and after the forums.
Set to attract 200 attendees, plus hundreds more online, both in-person and online attendees must register, enabling us to share attendee data with participating members.
NEW for 2019: Online polling will be used to secure relevant data, and help to qualify potential leads.
Sponsored by BC Housing, CMHC, REBGV, and CHOA, with industry experts from Fifth Avenue Marketing, Bridgestone Financing Pros with DLC Mountainview Ltd., FortisBC, Duxbury & Associates , and Home Equity Bank, we have limited tabletops available for $599.00
Details: March 6th, 4pm - 8pm. Hyatt Regency Vancouver. For complete details and to book your tabletop, please contact
sonali@havan.ca Tabletops available on a first-come basis.
OVATION ENTRANTS: RSVP BY FEBRUARY 20 FOR FINALISTS 'OIREE
Builders -- if you entered the Ovation Awards this year, you should have received an email on Friday evening with your ticket information attached for the Thursday, February 28 Finalists 'Oiree.
Due to the record-breaking number of entries this year, the event will book out, so please reserve your tickets using the special-issued code in your email by February 20. Remember to invite your associates! One ticket has been given per Ovation entry. If you know you won't require all your tickets please let us know as soon as possible, as there may be another entrant who could use them. If you didn't receive the email (and it's not in your junk folder) contact Justine (
justine@havan.ca).
Sponsors will be sent ticket confirmations separately this week.
U40 YOUNG PROS SEMINAR RETURNS MARCH 13
Position yourself for longevity & success! Join the U40's on Wednesday, March 13 for the Young Professionals Seminar featuring a panel of 3 HAVAN members who will discuss their own unique career paths and lessons learned as they've navigated their businesses through economic ups and downs. Register Today!
BREAKFAST NETWORKING SPONSORSHIPS: GET CONNECTED!
The first of three, always popular, well-attended Breakfast Networking events will take place Thursday, March 7, 9:00 am to 10:30 am at the Hard Rock Casino Theatre in Coquitlam.
HAVAN's Breakfast Networking Events bring out members and non-members, builders, renovators and suppliers, with 140+ attendees regularly in attendance.
Free to attend, this event includes complimentary continental breakfast throughout the event, plus the always popular speed networking - a unique opportunity for attendees to connect in a fun, quick and orderly fashion.
Contact renee@havan.ca or go online for full details and to secure your sponsorship. (Note: sponsorships are limited, and always sell out. Don't delay!)
ART OF LEADERSHIP FOR WOMEN: SPECIAL OFFER EXTENDED
HAVAN's Women's Council is heading to the Art of Leadership for Women on Friday, April 5th to hear Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, and international bestselling author Malala Yousafzai.
Check out the full day's line up. Register using #GVHBA33 and save $100, plus gain access to reserved seating.
We encourage women working for HAVAN member companies, from all departments, and in all stages in your careers, to join us for this day of inspiration and empowerment.
RENO HOME SHOW: MARCH 30, VANDUSEN GARDENS
Those who have participated before know this
boutique show
attracts homeowners serious about renovations. Attracting garden enthusiasts from across Metro Vancouver (our surveys have people coming from as far as Maple Ridge, Langley, Surrey and further,) contact Sonali@havan.ca for details and to reserve your table today! A few speaking spots remain. Call today!
MEMBERS EXPO: TABLETOP SALES NOW OPEN!
It's back for the 14th year! Mark your calendars for Wednesday, May 1, 3:30 to 7:30 pm, to join 85+ suppliers and trades as they showcase their products and services at the at the Molson Canadian Theatre at the Hard Rock Casino Vancouver. The HAVAN Members Expo attracts upwards of 700 industry attendees. Offering food, networking, prizes, and the latest product and service information, this is one of HAVAN's major events, and not to be missed! Contact Renee to book your table top today! renee@havan.ca
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HAVAN Education
FEBRUARY IN-CLASSROOM COURSE:
NOTE: This session has been moved to a Wednesday, to accommodate the Official Ovation Awards Finalist 'Oiree on Thursday, February 28)
Date:
Wednesday, February 27, 2019
Showtime: 7:30am - 9:30am
Location: Trev Deeley (1875 Boundary Road Vancouver)
CPD Credits: 2
EDUCATION: CALL FOR PRESENTERS
At its core, HAVAN education provides the tools and solutions to build, design, manage, or sell more effectively for today and tomorrow. Innovation, leadership, integration and environmental responsibility are drivers for members in this industry, and so we are looking to work with education providers who can deliver content to help members be stewards in their businesses, industry and communities. If you/your company are subject-matter experts, and are interested in delivering industry-specific, information-driven seminars to members, in-person or online (
elearn.havan.ca/), and have content that can meet the
BC Housing core competency requirements, contact Wendy (
wendy@havan.ca).
View the complete course lineup and online course offerings
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Member News
Take advantage of our audience, and leverage your membership via HAVAN's channels. Send your press releases to dawn@havan.ca and we'll help share, tweet and repurpose your news. @HAVANofficial
GREENSHEETS ON THE GO
HAVAN member Green Sheet Construction Data tracks the Metro Vancouver construction market. Their online searchable data base provides clients with a powerful tool to see past, current and future construction projects across the Lower Mainland. Visit
Greensheet Hot Tips to view this month's featured projects.
BUILDING SMART WITH HIGH PERFORAMCE BUILDING DESIGN
BCBEC, in collaboration with BC Housing, is offering a half-day workshop on February 26, 2019 entitled Building Smart with High Performance Building Design with focus on innovation and building design considerations to achieve higher standards for livability, sustainability and durability. Course runs 8am - noon. Registration, breakfast and tradeshow opens at 7am.
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Committee News
UPCOMING COMMITTEE MEETINGS IN FEBRUARY
For a complete list of committees, and contacts, click here.
Technical Committee:
Tuesday, February 12, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Innotech Windows & Doors, 3855 Henning Dr, Burnaby
E&T Committee
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Wednesday, February 13, 8:30am - 10:30am @ HAVAN
Golf Committee:
Wednesday, February 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm, @ HAVAN
U40 Meeting: Thursday, February 14, 8:15am -10:00am,
The Ensuite Burnaby. RSVP to
vanessa@havan.ca
HAVAN Boardroom + call-in/video option
Suppliers' Council: Wednesday, February 20, 9:00am - 11:00am
Centura Tile,
4616 Canada Way, Burnaby
Reno Council Roundtable: Tuesday, February 26, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Joey's Burnaby (Rosser Ave) Note: This meeting is reserved for renovator business owners only. Please rsvp sonali@havan.ca to attend.
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