Building Industry and Land Development Association
6700 76 St # 200 T4P 4G6 Red Deer, AB, Canada

Are you researching new home builders? Here is a helpful worksheet to gather and compare information about builders you are considering http://ow.ly/D9O850C9uW8

Home Show Announcement While we don’t yet know what the situation with COVID-19 will look like in the new year, we are moving forward with hope and planning our annual Home Show for March 5-7, 2021. We will adhere to all guidelines, and health and safety practices put out by Alberta Health Services and our trade show partners, including the Westerner Park. The health and safety of our exhibitors and attendees is our top priority. Please contact our office for further information and follow our social channels for regular updates. https://www.bildca.ca/contact-us

BILD-CA Lunch 'n Learn "The CRA has come knockingwhat do I need to know" presented by RSM Canada Join RSM as they present what you need to know when the CRA comes knocking on your door - especially in this pandemic era and special grants. Digital event happening today at noon via Zoom. Visit our website to register. https://www.bildca.ca//bild-ca-lunch-n-learn-the-cra-has-c

Price is a critical aspect of your renovation project. What will it cost to do the job you want? Alternatively, how far can you go on a set budget? Determining the cost of a small project is usually fairly simple. Just make sure all the contractors bidding the job are providing the same services and materials. For more complex projects, it often takes a few conversations with contractors to define the project to the point where they can begin determining costs. ... Learn more about getting and reviewing contractor price quotes here: http://ow.ly/huUb50C9wa1

Planning a home renovation? This is your introduction to the renovation process how it works, how to get prepared, who's who in terms of contractors, and the business aspects you need to understand before you get going. http://ow.ly/OVB850C9wtP

Please join us in recognizing Soderquist Appraisals Ltd for 15 years of membership with BILD Central Alberta! "Soderquist Appraisals has been providing full-service real estate appraisals and consulting services since 1977. And since that time we have earned a reputation for providing high quality, in-depth market knowledge, and exceptional client service. From commercial and agricultural, to residential and multi-family properties, our expertise extends across all aspects o...f real estate. Serving all of Red Deer and central Alberta, Soderquist Appraisals is also available for assignments throughout Western Canada and the arctic regions." Learn more by visiting their website https://soderquist.ca/ We are thankful for our members and their contributions to the Central Alberta building industry.

Albertas construction industry is receiving a $3 million investment from Western Economic Diversification Canada (WD) to help small businesses adopt new technologies that improve the energy efficiency of buildings and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Today we're pleased to recognize another 15 year BILD Central Alberta member - Jorgenson Homes! "We specialize in all types of residential projects including custom homes (from starter to estate/executive), quick possession homes and multi-family developments." Thank you for 15 years of membership and contributions to the Central Alberta building industry. ... http://jorgensonhomes.ca/

If you’re in a new house and planning on finishing your basement for the first time, take note: finishing a basement the wrong way can bring mould, mildew and lower indoor air quality. No one wants that, so we’ve got some tips for making sure you do it right. https://blog.chba.ca/2017/07/07/tips-cozy-finished-basement/

Today we commemorate our veterans, it's a day to thank them for their service and remember those who died defending our freedom. There will be a virtual ceremony with a live-stream on Cenotaph Remembrance Day Ceremony Facebook page. The event starts @ 10:50 a.m. & is subject to change by the organizer.

The team at RenoMark has compiled a list of the most popular features homebuyers are requesting in 2020. We want to hear from our builder members - do you agree with this list? Anything you would add?

Please join us in recognizing Wolf Creek Building Supplies for 15 years of membership with BILD Central Alberta. We appreciate our members and their contributions to our local building industry. "Opened in 1999 and awarded Best Building Supply Store our first year in business. Wolf Creek Building Supplies is a proud member of Castle Building Centre, offering a variety of building materials at all three of our locations." Visit their website to learn more https://wcbs.cc/

Please join us in welcoming our newest BILD Central Alberta member KDM Construction Ltd. They specialize in exterior finishing for new residential construction and renovations. Learn more on their website https://www.kdmconstructionltd.com/

Today we're recognizing ZyTech Building Systems for their 15 years of membership with BILD Central Alberta. "ZyTech Building Systems supplies top quality roof trusses, floor truss, floor joist systems, lumber/beam packages, wall and floor components, stairs, along with design and engineering services. Our team boasts top performers in customer service, design, production and delivery, a team that provides you with total quality assurance. On every project, our designers use engineer-approved software to thoroughly examine and design your building." Visit their website for more information http://www.zytechtruss.com/ We value our longstanding members and their contributions to the local building industry.

Please join us in recognizing Global Overhead Doors for their 10 years of membership with BILD Central Alberta. We value our members and their contributions to our industry. "For over a decade now Global Overhead Doors has been serving all of central Alberta and Western Canada. With our expertise in supplying, installing and servicing residential and Commercial Overhead and Entry Doors, we dedicate our true integrity to ensure complete customer satisfaction." Learn more here: https://www.globaloverheaddoors.com/

Please join us in recognizing Homestead Custom Carpentry Inc. for 10 years of membership with BILD Central Alberta. We value our members and their contributions to our industry! Their goal is to provide you with quality, detail-oriented work in renovations and custom home builds, unparalleled, personalized client care and communication, and project builds that will look great for years to come! Check out their website for more information: https://homesteadcustomcarpentry.com/

Friday, September 11, 2020, at Alberta Springs Golf Resort Thank you to all of our participants and sponsors for helping make this year's annual golf tournament such a great event! Check out the photo gallery on our website. https://www.bildca.ca/annual-golf-tournament

This month we're recognizing our members for their longevity. Royal LePage Network Realty Corp. has been a BILD Central Alberta member for 10 years now! Check out their website for listings and agents https://www.networkrealtycorp.ca/

Please join us in recognizing BILD CA member Vleeming Construction for 5 years of membership with BILD Central Alberta! https://www.vleemingconstruction.com/

Please join us in recognizing Erickson Homes for their 5 years of membership with BILD Central Alberta. Thank you for the support over the past 5 years! https://www.ericksonhomes.ca/

Today we're recognizing Compass Geomatics Ltd. for 5 years of membership with BILD Central Alberta - thank you for your support! https://www.compassgeomatics.ca/

Attention Members - have you registered for the annual BILD CA golf tournament yet? It's taking place this Friday, September 11th. Contact our office for details https://www.bildca.ca/

This month we're recognizing our members who have hit milestone years with us. Thank you to Carbon Earthworks Ltd for 5 years of membership with BILD Central Alberta! http://www.carbonearthworks.com/

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Labour Day long weekend!

As buildings are made to be more energy efficient and leak proof they are also making the air we breathe every day less healthy. Airtight buildings that keep heat and cool air inside may lower energy bills, but they also keep out fresh air. The key to a healthy home is ensuring there is proper ventilation, which functions much like a set of healthy lungs that keep the good stuff (cool and clean air) in, and move the bad stuff (heat, moisture and indoor air pollution) out. Without that air exchange, moisture can breed mould and mildew, allow dust mites to flourish and can even lead to a greater risk of health issues. Proper ventilation is needed to ensure healthy indoor air quality.

As a wrap up to our Summer Charity Spotlight, BILD-CA is proud to announce that we are donating $10k, to be divided between our 20 featured charities. The Mustard Seed Red Deer Food Bank Habitat for Humanity Red Deer & Restore Central Alberta Child Advocacy Centre... The Outreach Centre Central Alberta Womens Emergency Shelter RMHCAlberta Red Deer Regional Health Foundation Boys & Girls Clubs of Red Deer & District Canadian Blood Services Red Deer & District Community Foundation Central Alberta Crime Prevention Special Olympics Alberta Junior Achievements Canadian Mental Health Association Central Alberta (Red Deer) Alberta SPCA Sylvan Lake & Area Community Partners Association Innisfail and Area Food Bank Blackfalds Food Bank Society Alberta Health Services Volunteers Thank you to our community and our members for the support throughout this past year that made this donation possible.

"The Canadian housing market broke sales and price records in July as it continued to play catch-up after spring shutdowns. But CMHC said the economic shock of the pandemic has not yet been fully reflected in the latest housing market data, predicting the process of containing COVID-19 could still pose a risk to prices, sales and new building projects."

While the last two months have given housing market observers a lot to be optimistic about, concerns remain over the lasting impacts of the pandemic on many key segments of Canadas real estate market. Among the top worries is how a steep drop in immigration to the country will impact the housing market, and, in particular, new home construction. https://www.livabl.com//immigration-decline-biggest-threat

New Member Monday Please join us in welcoming our newest Building Industry and Land Development Association - Central Albertamember, Site Engineering Technology. "A consulting firm working within the Planning, Survey, Engineering and Project Management for public and private sectors.... Combining many years of experience in business and engineering, Site Engineering Technology Inc (SET) works with their client to develop a process and strategy to fulfill the Project needs." Learn more here http://www.site-eng.ca/home

NOW OPEN: Net Zero Reno Pilot - Call for Applications Successfully achieving affordable/cost-effective Net Zero/Ready Renovations requires the use of energy-efficient materials and products, construction practices that utilize building science best practices, and effective financing tools. To help the industry work towards this outcome, the CHBA is calling for applications to participate in a Net Zero Reno Pilot. Learn more here: https://www.chba.ca/nzrenos

New data released by Procore reveals how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected construction activity in Alberta, British Columbia and Ontario, with worker hours dropping in March and recovering in late spring and the summer.

"A renovation tax credit is a proven stimulus activity that is near cost-neutral. A tax credit will deter cash deals and generate tax revenues by bringing the underground economy above board. RenoMark renovators will be ready to help once home renovation tax credits become available as they provide receipts, pay tax, work with a contract and eschew cash deals ensuring a level playing field. Its clearly a win-win situation." https://www.thestar.com//home-renovation-tax-credits-can-h

What sets a RenoMark contractor apart? The RenoMark Code of Conduct. Learn more about renovating tips, including contracts and planning here https://renomark.ca/

Are you aware of the benefits your BILDCA membership gets you? Membership makes a difference, learn more here. https://www.chba.ca/new-members

The Canadian Home Builders Association (CHBA) is pleased to announce the first Net Zero Energy home renovation labelled under its recently launched Net Zero Energy Renovation Labelling Program Pilot. The house, renovated by RenoMark member Solar Homes Inc. of Calgary, Alberta, was originally built in 1985 and now has achieved a net zero energy rating. Net Zero Energy (NZE) homes produce at least as much energy as they consume on an annual basis. While there have been almos...t 400 NZE homes built and labelled in Canada under CHBAs program since 2016, achieving net zero energy through renovations is a new frontier with many additional challenges. Learn more about this renovation project here. http://ow.ly/V7OM50AOcBU

For day 20/20 of our BILDCAres Charity Spotlight we're featuring Friends of the RD Regional Hospital Centre @albertahealthservices "Our organization has been in existence since 1980 and our mission is to facilitate innovative fundraising programs for equipment and services that benefit patient care and comfort in the Red Deer Regional Hospital. We believe that through the selfless efforts of volunteers and staff we can accomplish this mandate. With the aging population this will become even more important in years to come." You can learn more by visiting http://www.friendsoftherdrh.com/

For day 19/20 of our #BILDCAres Charity Spotlight we're featuring the Blackfalds Food Bank Society. Turning hunger into hope by empowering our community to aid those in need of food support through educational programs and awareness. You can learn more by visiting http://ow.ly/MV9D50ANFlh

For day 18/20 of our BILDCAres Charity Spotlight we're featuring the Innisfail and Area Food Bank. The food bank collects and distributes food to those in need and partners with the community to provide the tools required to meet the needs of Innisfail and area citizens. You can learn more by visiting http://ow.ly/lY1f50ANFp2

For day 17/20 of our BILDCAres Charity Spotlight we're featuring Sylvan Lake & Area Community Partners Association Community Partners is a non-profit organization that creates hope and support for children, families and individuals in need and/or in crisis through Information & Referral, services and programs. "We are committed to serving Sylvan Lake and Neighbouring Communities and our mission is to assist and minimize risk factors for children, families or individuals. Hel...ping People is Our Passion!" You can learn more about this charity by visiting https://www.sylvanlakecommunitypartners.ca/