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April 16, 2008 |
Fond Farewell
Grant Ainsley tendered his resignation as Executive Officer of our Association. Grant was a part of the organization for more than 12 years. His contributions and his relationship with members over those years were greatly appreciated by the Board of Directors. We wish Grant well in his future plans and the Board thanks him for the years he served for this association.
The association is determined and steadfast in delivering on the goals and objectives as laid out in the Business Plan. The Board appointed Kathy Watson (CHBA - Alberta Director of Government Relations) as acting Executive Officer to help maintain the momentum set by the Business Plan.
Questions regarding the future plans of the association can be directed to CHBA - Alberta President Vince Laberge at (780) 944-6866.
BUILD '08 Half Sold
After one month, BUILD 2008 online registration has surpassed the half way mark. Friday golf has less than 20 spots remaining and space is limited for Saturday golf as well.
The MASCO Trade Show will be open for two days at BUILD '08. Trade show exhibitors will have innovative products, programs and services tailored to the residential construction industry. A few exhibit spaces are available. Click here if you are interested in becoming a trade show exhibitor.
BUILD '08 takes place at the breathtaking Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge September 18-21. Register for BUILD today!
Tall Wall Update
The updated Guideline for Construction of Tall Walls is now available at the online. This engineering document shows builders what they need to do to build "tall walls" in houses (example: two storey walls in living rooms, stairwells, etc) so that they meet the new 2006 Alberta Building Code requirements.
The Guideline for Grade Beam and Pile Foundations and Lateral Bracing of Residential Concrete documents will be updated to meet the 2006 Alberta Building code requirements should be available by summer 2008.
Why Waste It?
CHBA-Alberta in conjunction with Alberta Environment and EnerVision developed an online Construction and Demolition (C&D) Waste Diversion and Recycling Directory www.WhyWasteIt.ca. The website was set up to help reduce the amount of waste that comes off construction sites by helping builders locate facilities that accept C&D waste to be reused or recycled across the province. Additionally, the WhyWasteIt.ca website helps to create an overall picture of what diversion options presently exist in the province while giving recycling companies more industry attention. For more information please visit www.WhyWasteIt.ca or contact Andriana Beauchemin at (403)284-8256 or Leanne Michie at (403) 284-7217 at the EnerVision office.
OHS Course for Executives
After three years of development, the Alberta Construction Safety Association is pleased to offer a course entitled: "Loss Prevention & Control for Executives” which covers legal issues surrounding corporate and individual liability, risk and hazard assessment, subcontractor management strategies, resource assessment and allocation, and a host of other crucial topics for today's Board of Director member, President, CEO, or Owner.
Two day courses will be held in Edmonton on May 26 & 27 and In Calgary on May 28 & 29. More information on these courses can be obtained by visiting the ACSA website or by contacting Anna or Amanda at 1-800-661-2272.
National SAM Winners
Homes by Avi, won the Grand SAM Award, National Builder of the Year. The award is presented to the CHBA builder member for outstanding performance in both the building and marketing of a single project. To view a complete list of winners click here.
At the CHBA's 65th National Conference Vince Laberge was honored with the Presidential Award of Excellence, Dave Benbow was the recipient of the Gordon S. Shipp Award for his outstanding level of commitment to CHBA and Christine Scott-Nuyli was presented with the Riley Brethour Award for her contributions at the national level in marketing and sales. To view a list of award recipients click here. |
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