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Mark Your Calendars for the CHBA-CVI Home & Reno Show - Feb 11, 2012 E-mail

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Be sure to book the mark your calendars to come and by this year’s CHBA Home & Reno Show, Saturday, February 11th from 10am – 4pm at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre.  There’s plenty of parking underneath (over 300 stalls) as well as another 300 under the Port Theatre next door. HGTV host, Sarah Daniels of Urban Suburban will be presenting twice from our Speakers Stage and 102.3 The Wave will broadcast live on location.  

 

Admission includes your ticket for the Grand Prize Draw, Kenmore front loading washer & dryer worth over $2000 courtesy of SEARS!!!  It’s $5 for adults, $3 for Seniors & Students and Children under 12 are FREE. This year’s show is sponsored by Fortis BC, La-Z-Boy Furniture Gallery, The Nanaimo News Bulletin and 102.3 The Wave.

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We have over 50 Exhibitors and a terrific lineup on our “Speakers Stage”!!!

 

10:30am - Sustainable Landscaping 101 – Rob Muir of ESCCO Solutions


11am - Buying Smart with HGTV Urban Suburban’s Sarah Daniels


Noon - Top 10 Renovation Blunders – Ken Connolly of Pheasant Hill Homes 


1pm - Whole House Music Made Easy – Make any Speaker Wireless with Speaker Craft’s, David McCoy


2pm – Buying Smart with HGTV Urban Suburban’s - Sarah Daniels


3pm – From Dull to Dazzling – with designers Christine Laslo & Mary Ellen Berry of La-Z-Boy Furniture Gallery


4pm – Grand Prize Draw… President, Byron Gallant

 

New this year ”Destination Renovation” - sponsored by Pheasant Hill Homes

This is an area where home owners, or potential owners have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with professional RenoMark renovators and CHBA contractors to get expert advice. This is a unique one-stop shop for renovation conversation, inspiration and information, an invaluable resource for consumers and industry professionals seeking FREE expert guidance and information on completing stress-free, successful renovations and building. We’re inviting the public to bring their questions, concerns, plans and ideas to the professionals of the CHBA in the Destination Renovation room from 11am-3pm.

 

 

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CHBA-CVI January 2012 E-mail

THANK YOU to everyone who attended the CHBA Christmas Casino Party!!!

It was fabulous! In addition to a terrific feast it was an opportunity to hang out, have some fun with fellow members AND give back to the community. Thanks again to everyone who generously donated and contributed to the table of toys and food, as well as the over $1000 in cash to support our local Salvation Army!!! Representative Dawne Anderson was again, very grateful and extends her heartfelt thanks to all of us.

It’s the one of the biggest meetings of the yearThe 9th Annual Building Industry Construction Forum, NEXT Thursday, January 12th at the Coast Bastion Inn.
Thanks again to everyone who has already booked tickets! This event sells out every year, so you must book early to confirm seats for you and your guests, no last minute drop-ins this month. See the details along with the registration form below or just email me how many tickets you’d like…

 

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY FORUM
Date: Thursday, January 12th, 2012
Time 5:30 pm – Meet and Mix
6:00 pm – Buffet Dinner
7:00 pm – Forum
Place: Coast Bastion Inn
Cost: $35 CHBA Members
$45 Non-Members

Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) – Central Vancouver Island and the City of Nanaimo are co-hosting the 9th Annual Building Construction Industry Forum - Thursday 2012-JAN-12 at the Coast Bastion Inn.

The Forum will involve two 50-minute sessions, featuring multiple speakers providing their perspective on:
1. Economic trends and challenges facing the construction industry in Central Vancouver Island in the next one to three years.
2. Current and future construction and land development projects in Central Vancouver Island.
You are encouraged to invite members of your company/organization or other members of the local building construction industry (please confirm names of all people attending). If you require further information and/or clarification regarding the Forum, please contact
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , CHBA Central Vancouver Island, at 250-755-1366 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it at the City of Nanaimo, 250-755-4424.

Pre-registration with payment (Visa, MCard, cheque) is required.

The Forum has sold out the last five years, so it is advisable to register early.

WELCOME TO OUR NEW & RETURNING CHBA-CVI MEMBERS!!!
Please join us in welcoming our newest members to the Central Vancouver Island local of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association:

    • ESCCO Solutions – Rob Muir
    • PI Granite Fabricators Ltd. – James MacIntyre
    • Studio Kitchens & Design Ltd. – James MacIntyre

Coastal Living and the CHBA-CVI - Book now!!!

Coastal Living? is a feature section of the Nanaimo News Bulletin that comes out on the last Saturday of every month. To promote our local association, CHBA-CVI and industry related information; we have renewed our year-long campaign providing 8 of our members the chance to advertise within our page per quarter. We have ONLY THREE SPACES LEFT for the first quarter of 2012 (Jan-March): The full colour ad is just under the size of a business card (square) and if you were to purchase this on your own for a month it would cost you $180. We are able to offer you the 3 month commitment for just $100 per month, ($300+tx per quarter), and we’re taking bookings NOW at the CHBA-CVI office. Just send me an email if you’re interested. First come, first served then we’ll start booking for the rest of the year. Contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more.

LAST CHANCE to book your Booth or Sponsorship for CHBA-CVI’s 3rd Annual Home & Renovation Show Saturday, February 11th, 2012 10:00am – 4:00pm Vancouver Island Conference Centre

Exhibitor Booths – Destination Renovation – Speakers Stage Exhibitor Booths: - Members $525+HST - Non-Members $650+HST
* Exhibitors receive 10% off the 2nd connecting booth and 25% off the 3rd, 4th, etc…
* Minimum 50% deposit required when booking, balance due, February 1st, 2012
* Contact Dayna directly to confirm if/which spaces are available.

Sponsorships include FREE Booths & Speaking Opportunities:
_____ Platinum $3000+HST
_____ Gold $1500+ HST
_____ Destination Imagination $1500+HST
_____ Grand Prize $1500+HST
_____ Exhibitor Booth (s) $525+HST Members/ $650+HST Non-Members

Deadline to register for this year’s Home & Reno Show is Wednesday, Feb. 1st, 2012.

Builders/ Renovation Council
Please join fellow builder, renovator & supplier members for the first meeting of the year. This is an informal gathering to discuss what’s new, relevant and going on in our industry. Bring to the table issues you’d like to discuss and give your input and expertise on what others are dealing with. Mark it on your calendar, Tuesday, January 24th – 4pm in the Palladian Developments boardroom at Longwood Station. Please confirm you’re attendance with
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It’s time again for The Georgie Awards! Georgie Awards® Gala Tickets Available Online!!
Tickets are available now online for the 20th Annual Georgie Awards® they’re being held at the beautiful Vancouver Convention Center West on February 25, 2012.

Purchase Online Today! Special room rates available at the Marriott Pinnacle Hotel in Vancouver for the night of the awards gala.

Local member nominated for a National SAM Award!
Congratulations again to member Jamie Carson of Icon Developments! Icon Developments has been chosen as a Finalist in the Canadian Home Builders' Association's 2010 National SAM Awards for best Single Family Custom Home for the Ayre Residence. Earlier this year, the Ayre Residence won 2 Gold CARE Awards, 4 Silver CARE Awards and was also a nominee for 3 GEORGIE Awards. Icon is very proud to be nominated at a National level. It is an amazing honour not only for Icon but for all the local craftsmen that were involved in this project. The winner will be announced in late February at the National Conference in Banff.

CHBA National Conference, March 16th-18th, Mont Tremblant, Quebec
The CHBA National Conference will be held at the Fairmont Tremblant in Mont Tremblant, Quebec this year. These conferences are informative, educational and a glimpse at how BIG our association is across the country. Visit to register and for more details on speakers and social events.

Education & Training Seminars
The Provincial office is currently putting together dates for courses coming to the island this spring. I’ll forward you the info as soon as it arrives. If you are interested in taking a specific course, please let Michelle know and she’ll look at booking an instructor to come to the island for us. You can find out more and register on-line or call Michelle Ripoli directly at 1-877-568-9778

Download Info

2012 Schedule of Meetings & Events

CHBA Jan. 2012 Newsletter

Economic Upate Jan. 2012


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