LUNCHEONS
CHBA SEA TO SKY MONTHLY MEMBER'S MEETING
VENUE: Earl's Restaurant in Whistler Village.
TIME: 12pm to 1:15pm
** PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE BREAKING FOR THE SUMMER& LUNCHEONS WILL RESUME IN SEPTEMBER**
Our next member's meeting will be held on September 10, 2008
September's luncheon host: Linda Godin of TELUS
TELUS strategy is to unleash the power of the Internet to deliver the best solutions for Canadians at home, in the workplace and on the move. Linda's presentation will focus on industry wiring standards and how TELUS will play a part in today's technology home buyer. The new home owner wants a home that meets their current needs and that can grow along with them in the future and enhanced homes translate into enhanced profits, for both the builder and home owner.
For more info, click here: TELUS' WEBSITE
Be sure to mark it down on your calendar!
CHBA Sea to Sky members meet on the second Wednesday of each month at Earl's Restaurant, Whistler Village. All members are welcome!
2008 Luncheon Calendar:
May 14, 2008- STEELS
June 11, 2008- Homeowners Protection Office (HPO)
September 10, 2008- TELUS
October 8, 2008- TBA
November 5, 2008- 2008 Annual General Meeting
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CHBA- SEA TO SKY 2008 SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS
Congratulations to:
Sean Suter & Brandon Gilroy of Pemberton Secondary School
Christopher Laird of Whistler Secondary School
Devon Swanson & Brandon Gilroy of Howe Sound Secondary School
on their successful applications for CHBA Sea to Sky's 2008 scholarship awards
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EDUCATION & TRAINING
Please note that the Education & Training schedule has been completed for the 2008 year.
Please check back soon for dates for the 2009 schedule.
Sales & Marketing
This course will cover the process involved in an effective Sales & Marketing Strategy, from researching the market to opportunities to building a home to meet the exacting needs of the target buyer. All of which results in the final sale of the home to very satisfied customers that “sing the praises” of the builder/trader/developer/Realtor.
**NOTE: Early registration is necessary, as this course will involve the advance receipt and completion of workbook and online quizzes and assignments by way of email, as well as the one-day session to review all material and prepare for writing the examination.
Course Content:
• preparing a marketing plan and budget
• how to use market research to stay ahead of the competition
• how to select your marketing team
• how to produce winning promotional materials and advertise to results
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Built Green TM Builder Training Course
COURSE Content:
Introduction to the house as a system
•Building science principles, including heat, moisture and air flows in buildings
•Building envelope construction, including advanced framing techniques that save money
•Air and vapour barrier systems, new options in air barrier materials and methods
•Secrets to preventing condensation and moisture movement
•How to build better foundations and avoid common basement problems
•Energy efficient window technology, and how better widows can improve comfort
•Mechanical systems for indoor air quality, moisture and mould management and comfort
•Cost effective ventilation solutions
•Built GreenTM Checklist and enrollment procedures
•Quality assurance procedures
•How Built GreenTM can increase sales and profits
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Project Management
This course covers methods to get employees and sub-trades to work together to get the job done on time and on budget while meeting standards for quality and using new and innovative methods and materials. Techniques that will help in planning and scheduling of complex projects, get people working as a team and keeping projects on the path to successful completion are discussed. WHMIS and Residential Construction Waste are also discussed as well as the use of written contracts.
**NOTE: Early registration is necessary, as this course will involve the advance receipt and completion of workbook and online quizzes and assignments by way of email, as well as the one-day session to review all material and prepare for writing the examination.
Course Content:
• proven traits to successful Project Managers;
• how to ensure tasks get done on time without looking over people’s shoulders;
• surefire methods of cost control;
• on the job safety measures;
• the all-important administrative tasks of Project Managers; and
• how site planning can save time and money.
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Construction Law
The Construction Law course will provide answers to questions regarding contracts, risks you are and are not accepting, risk minimizing clauses, issues that could lead to liability disputes, holdbacks and more. A more professional knowledge of the law as it relates to construction projects and building contracts and the creation of legal relationships will be gained.
**NOTE: Early registration is necessary, as this course will involve the advance receipt and completion of workbook and online quizzes and assignments by way of email, as well as the one-day session to review all material and prepare for writing the examination
Course Content:
• Simple techniques to help eliminate conflict over holdbacks
• Effective ways to minimize disputes
• The importance of change work orders and how not to lose on extras
• Surefire ways to collect debt quickly
• Important facts you should know about the Builders’ Lien Act
• The critical differences between the various standard building contracts
• Legal liabilities during and after construction.
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Financial Management
Most business owners are not trained professionally in accounting or finance; but given the uncertain nature of business and economic cycles combined with an increasingly rapid rate to technological change, monitoring the financial condition of a business and making sound financial decisions has never been more important. This course addresses the role of a “money manager” and the need for continuous financial management and control.
**NOTE: Early registration is necessary, as this course will involve the advance receipt and completion of workbook and online quizzes and assignments by way of email, as well as the one-day session to review all material and prepare for writing the examination
Course Content:
• Understanding the two key financial statements: Balance Sheet and Income Statement.
• Analyzing the Balance Sheet and Income Statement through the use of ratios;
• Profit planning and cash budgeting
• Cash flow forecasting
• Managing growth; and
• Dealing with financial sources and bankers.
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CONGRATULATIONS to CHBA S2S's 2007 Georgie Awards® WINNERS!
Category:Best Single Family Detached Home 3,000 – 3,999 Sq. Ft.
Project:Mountainview
CHBA Sea to Sky Member: Blue Ice Construction Limited, Whistler
Category: Best Single Family Detached Home Valued Over $2,000,000
Project:Young House
CHBA Sea to Sky Members:Vision Pacific Contracting Ltd AND Progressive Concept Design Ltd, Whistler
Category:Best Residential Renovation under $75,000
Project:Hungerford Renovation
CHBA Sea to Sky Members: Innovation Building Group, Whistler
Category:Best Residential Renovation over $650,000
Project: Toad Hollow
CHBA Sea to Sky Members:RDC Fine Homes Inc AND Progressive Concept Design, Whistler
Category:Best Single Family Landscape Design – Renovation
Project: Toad Hollow
CHBA Sea to Sky Member: RDC Fine Homes Inc, Whistler
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2008 TOUR OF HOMES
Please note that the date has been POSTPONED for our 3rd Annual Tour of Homes.
Check back shortly for details on the properties that will be showcased & accommodation specials for those coming in from out of town!
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CHBA- SEA TO SKY BUILDER'S DINNER
Mark you calendars! This year's dinner will be held on NOVEMBER 28, 2008 at the Bearfoot Bistro.
More details to come shortly!
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