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content s CANADIAN HOME BUILDERS’ ASSOCIATION – UDI CALGARY REGION represents professionals in the housing industry. CHBA – UDI Calgary Region has been in existence for over 60 years and is a network of professionals that manages industry issues to provide value to our members. 100-7326 10 St. N.E., Calgary, AB, T2E 8W1 Tel: 403.235.1911; Fax: 403.248.1272 E-mail: info@chba-udicalgaryregion.com Website: www.chbacalgary.com Guy Huntingford | Co-CEO guy.huntingford@chba-udicalgaryregion.com Donna K. Moore | Co-CEO donna.moore@chba-udicalgaryregion.com David Bears | Director, Programs david.bears@chba-udicalgaryregion.com Jennifer Fong | Event Co-ordinator jennifer.fong@chba-udicalgaryregion.com Kimber Higa | Manager of Policy and Standing Committees kimber.higa@chba-udicalgaryregion.com Sophie Gowsell | Communications Assistant sophie.gowsell@chba-udicalgaryregion.com Habiba Gulnaz-Khalid | Accounting Co-ordinator habiba.gulnaz@chba-udicalgaryregion.com Beverly Jarvis | Director of Policy, Projects & Government Relations beverly.jarvis@chba-udicalgaryregion.com Laurianne Schell | Administrative Assistant laurianne.schell@chba-udicalgaryregion.com Val Veldhuyzen | Director, Finance and Administration val.veldhuyzen@chba-udicalgaryregion.com Maureen Wagner | Executive Assistant maureen.wagner@chba-udicalgaryregion.com

MAY 2016 • VOLUME 24 • ISSUE 18

A ssociAtion informAtion 4 2015-2016 Corporate Sponsors 7 Message from the Vice-Chair, CHBA - UDI Calgary Region Association A ssociAtion e vents 15 Housing those in need 28 A great way to learn and network 29 Events calendar cover fe Ature 10 Q and A with co-CEOs fe Ature 16 SAM Awards 18 Grand SAM Winners 20 SAM Awards 2015 sponsors 21 SAM Winners list 27 Smarter growth initiative industry news 12 New president of CHBA – Alberta 13 Pivotal year ahead 24 Businesses beneﬁt 25 Tough times don’t last 26 Housing options for people with dementia

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ViCe- Chair’s message | A ssociAtion informAtion

By Wendy Jabusch Vice-Chair CHBA – UDi Calgary region Association

Building on past success CHBA and UDI working together towards a better Calgary It’s no accident that the first builders who got together to form what came to be known as the Canadian Home Builders’ Association – Calgary Region were a group of entrepreneurs not so different than those today. And the dreams, desires, and vision they saw for the future of the city were much the same as well. In fact, so were many of the problems. It was 1946 and the thousands of wartime heroes were back, looking for a place to call home. The first of the Baby Boomers was born, and the population of the city of Calgary was expanding, bordering on 100,000. Those builders founded what was known then as the Calgary Housebuilders Association — and it had the mandate to provide a set of practices to ensure quality construction and to provide comfortable, safe and affordable homes for a growing population. Not so different than today. Lots were in short supply and by the early 1950s, those entrepreneurs, this time the ones who supplied the land to fill the demand for the many houses needed, again banded together to form what was known as the Urban Development Institute — the first of its kind in Canada and a model that soon spread across the country. The city owned the lots, and staff shortages and increased costs to service the land made it difficult for the residential construction industry to meet the demand. Thus began many decades of working

Institute, which includes such courses as the Master Builder designation. Our builders brought to Canada a unique, hybrid environmentally-friendly building program, Built Green, which has now expanded to several provinces across the country and provides energy-efficient homes that are sustainable. Through the decades, regardless of the highs and lows typical of the building cycle and its tie to the economic times, the associations have remained strong and an extremely important part of the economic engine of the city, the province and the country. And now, our two organizations have become one — for the good of all. We are one of the major economic engines in the region, housing the many people who want to call Calgary home, employing thousands of people and generating millions of dollars of revenue. Together, we will be a stronger voice representing the construction industry into the future. I look forward to that.

together to build this great city of ours and to provide quality neighbourhoods and homes for Calgarians and those living in the region. It meant collaboration with each other and with governments at all levels, bringing in changes that benefitted not only our industry, but the thousands of homeowners who put their trust in our members. Our industry, our members, our entrepreneurs have made a great difference in the quality of life of our citizens — and I can say I am so proud to be part of this journey and part of this great city we built. Through our dedication — and with the help of our many trusted and knowledgeable volunteer experts, we have helped to bring about constructive changes to the way homes and neighbourhoods are built. Our own members, for example, were proactive in protecting our homeowners by bringing in a mandatory new home warranty requirement for all members many decades before it was legislated by government. Our association was instrumental in providing educational opportunities for our members through the formation of the Wendy Jabusch and Chris Plosz Professional Home Builders profile

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a ssociation information | Vice- Chair’s message

I’d like to thank our ‘last’ CHBA – Calgary Region Board for their dedication and hard work to make this happen. They donated two years of their time to make this amalgamation the best it could be and it is much appreciated. They are: . Doug Beach (Homes by Avi (Canada) Inc.) . Wayne Copeland (Double R Building Products Ltd.) . Roger Duurtsema (Ply Gem) . Dan Hill (Hillson Homes) . Donna Moore (CHBA – UDI Calgary Region Association) . Marion Murray (Hopewell Residential Management LP) . Larry Noer (Jayman BUILT) . Laura Parsons (Bank of Montreal) . Brad Remington (Brad Remington Homes (2010) Ltd.) . Larry Thomson . Howard Tse (Cedarglen Homes) . Shane Wenzel (Shane Homes Ltd.) . Douglas Whitney (Douglas Homes Ltd.)

Together, we will be a stronger voice representing the construction industry into the future. I look forward to that. . Blaine Wickerson (Prestige Railings & Stairs Ltd.) And thank-you also to our Transition Board who have helped us through the transition period: . Chair – Chris Plosz (Section23 Developments) . 1st Vice Chair – Wendy Jabusch (Brookfield Residential) . 2nd Vice Chair – Wayne Copeland (Double R Building Products Ltd.) . Secretary/Treasurer – Marcello Chiacchia (Genstar Development Company) . Co-CEOs – Donna Moore and Guy Huntingford (CHBA – UDI Calgary Region Association) . Doug Beach (Homes by Avi (Canada) Inc.) . Ryan Boyd (Brookfield Residential)

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. Roger Duurtsema (Ply Gem) . Sean Nolan (Jayman BUILT) . Carol Oxtoby (Heritage Pointe Properties, A Division of Upper Lakes Group Inc.) . Bruce Rudichuk (Formerly of Genesis Land Development Corp.) . Howard Tse (Cedarglen Homes) . Douglas Whitney (Douglas Homes Ltd.) This team, too, has been instrumental in making the process as smooth and efficient as possible. In just a few weeks, we will be calling on our members to select the first Board of Directors for our new organization, when it is official and the new name is selected. Thank-you for your support in putting together this new initiative that I believe will position us for even more success in future. n

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Q and A with co-CEOs Donna Moore and Guy Huntingford

Why and when did amalgamation talks begin? The amalgamation process began in 2013 when it became apparent the land development and house building industries’ businesses were overlapping in many areas, including the issues and changes to legislation affecting the building of homes and communities in and around Calgary. Members were asking whether one organization, rather than two, could better represent their interests, so we responded. In addition, it became apparent that amalgamating the two entities reflected what was already occurring with some companies both building homes and developing communities.

Why did it take so long? The volunteer board members of both organizations and other volunteers wanted a full and complete review of all aspects of a potential merger to ensure it was in the best interests of all members — and they had to do it properly. We had to engage nearly 800 members representing thousands of individuals — and we think we did it the right way. Having milestones along the way allowed the boards to be able to vote on each part of the process as they were mapped out.

What is the vision of the new organization? The vision is certainly ambitious, but we believe absolutely that we can create the most liveable communities in the world.

What is the mandate? We believe that we will be the respected voice advocating for the building industry by following four strategic objectives.

What are those strategic objectives? The strategic objectives are: to become the voice of the building industry; to solve emerging building industry issues in a timely and effective fashion; to deliver value to members; and to increase membership and grow representation within the industry.

How will the strategic objectives be met? The combined economic value of our industry members — created through capital investment and employment — is substantial so that power can be leveraged to a more effective and efficient political voice that is consistent and unified. By being part of a larger organization, efficiencies will create more effective member services, including advocacy, research and networking opportunities. The increased visibility and stronger voice will mean better public recognition for the association to be known as the professional organization representing the land development and home building industry in and around Calgary.

How will you promote increased membership? As we continue to engage members we are certain that will spill over to the community, attracting those companies that are now on the sidelines. That is happening

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as we are already seeing new applications for membership. One of our goals is to be more active in the region and there are opportunities for increased membership.

How is the diverse membership, with companies of different sizes and categories, benefitting from membership? We have expanded our board representation to give it more diversity, thus representing the various segments of the industry. And with the two groups amalgamating, the unique threads in each will benefit the other, especially at the board level. We’ll also see the benefit at the council and

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committee level, where we will be merging some, adding others, to ensure we have the best representation and expertise available to represent all members.

There are only about six weeks left of the interim company and board. Go through the final steps in setting up the new association. We currently have a transition board of three former CHBA – Calgary Region board members and three former UDI – Calgary members, as well as six individual members who were part of the Amalgamation Committee. Their role has been to facilitate the nomination of the new Board of Directors. Ballots will be sent to members in early June and we need everyone to vote. Please look at the candidates in each category and decide who you want to lead this organization through the critical first years. The new board will consist of nine members from builder/developer/ renovator categories, three from supplier/ manufacturer/trade, and three from

By being part of a larger organization, efficiencies will create more effective member services, including advocacy, research and networking opportunities. service/professional/consulting categories. ** The final slate of nominees will be set on MAY 25 with the new board announced JUNE 22. The elected board will have the opportunity to appoint two additional members at their discretion. At the first meeting of the new board the executive, including the chairman, will be elected to represent the new association.

What will be the name of the new organization? We are currently working with an experienced PR firm and our Marketing Council to find a new name.

Will staff remain the same and where will the office be? We have replaced two staff members and will be evaluating future needs. We are currently working temporarily at the north office — 100-7362 10 Street N.E.

How and why did you set up the fee structure the way you did? The fees have changed to include a complete range of categories to ensure continued membership is attainable for all companies. We will remain vigilant about costs and sensitive to economic conditions that affect the ability of our members to contribute. We also agreed to offer all our members an amalgamation credit of $100 to use at an profile

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event or meeting to find out for themselves how we are doing with representing their interests in the best way possible.

What else do fees cover? Our representation from the CHBA organizations provide expert advocacy at the provincial and federal levels.

Will we still need volunteers? YES!!! Absolutely. In fact, we will need even more of our members to lend their expertise to us. We value our members’ input on all issues related to building a great region and could never be as respected as we are for our knowledge and valued input on all issues relating to land development and home building without our members’ help and commitment. Our message will be even stronger with the expanded membership representing all aspects of our industry. We will be strengthening our committees by ensuring alignment with our mandate and strategic goals and combining or realigning committees as needed. We will also be adding more standing committees that will have direct input to the board, letting the board know where they should be directing their attention. This is another direct benefit of the amalgamation of our two organizations.

Is this the right time for an amalgamation? Yes, we believe so. We’re extremely happy with the way it has evolved so far — and thankful to our members for their strong support. The response from our members, and definitely from our stakeholders, has been very encouraging. When we first started with this process, the economic situation was certainly a lot different than it is today, as our role as drivers of the region’s growth becomes more apparent — and that sets us up, too, for future success. We look forward to a bright future. n

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New president of CHBA – Alberta Ryan Scott looks forward to working on behalf of the industry On March 21 the Canadian Home Builders’ Association – Alberta announced Ryan Scott as their 55th President. Voted in for an 18-month term as the leader of the provincial chapter of the national association. Scott is president and, CEO of Calgary-based Avalon Master Builder and is recognized within the residential construction industry as one of the leading sources on sustainable building. His experience includes serving as chair and pastchair of the Board of Directors of the Alberta New Home Warranty Program. At a recent succession ceremony, Scott thanked outgoing president Tally Hutchinson for his work on behalf of CHBA – Alberta during his 18-month term. “Working with you, our board and our committees has shown me that the strength of CHBA –

Alberta lies in its volunteer members. I have been impressed with the commitment of our membership to step up and put their time and energy into ensuring that we are working towards our vision of ‘A Home for Every Albertan,’” Scott said. During Hutchinson’s term, the Association faced many challenging issues, including introduction of a new Condominium Property Act, numerous building code changes, a review of the Municipal Government Act, City Charters, and a stronger government focus on climate change. In addition, CHBA – Alberta introduced new programs to increase worker safety and help members access funding

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through the Canada-Alberta Job Grant, as well as implementing a new strategic planning process and making changes to strengthen Association governance. “I am honoured to work with our boards, committees and staff to continue the work Tally has started and to deal with new challenges as they come up — and they will come up,” Scott said. Looking ahead, Scott said it will be important for CHBA – Alberta to be a strong advocate for members and their customers when a new Municipal Government Act is introduced during the current session of the Alberta Legislature, as well as in consultations on regulations for the Condominium Property Act, and as new policies are introduced to fight climate change. n

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By Ryan Scott

president, Canadian Home Builders’ Association – Alberta

Pivotal year ahead Municipal Government Act could have huge consequences 2016 will be a pivotal year for the Municipal Government Act (MGA) review. The government is set to bring forth legislation some time during the spring legislative sitting that will represent the bulk of changes to the MGA, including City Charters. This legislation will then remain on the order paper from introduction until at least the November 2016 legislative sitting so that all stakeholders can review the draft legislation and provide input. This has become a common practice for government, as it allows for the wording and details of legislation to be reviewed, without the perception that this is being done with a select group rather than the broader public. There is no doubt that the MGA is the most impactful piece of provincial legislation relating to the residential construction industry. The changes pondered could have billions of dollars’ worth of consequences, positive or negative, for Albertans and of course the industry. The issues still to be addressed show why this legislation is crucial to our members and include: property assessment, taxation powers, affordable housing, land dedication, offsite levies, appeal boards, and enforcement. These are complex areas and we’ll only be able to assess the impact of the legislation on members when it is introduced. In the discussions leading up to that, we’ve focused our message to a single statement: Affordability Matters. That was the title of a recent all-day educational event we hosted

for MLAs, senior government officials, municipal representatives, and leaders of non-profit housing groups. We wanted to make the point that the cost of homes matters to everyone — and should be a consideration whenever governmentimposed costs are proposed. For example, we heard how a $10,000 price increase for a $350,000 new home would push ownership out of reach of close to 15,000 Albertans. When the full review is complete including approval of the regulations in 2017, we will have been working at this for more than five years. We are entering crunch time from March to November 2016 profile

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and need all hands on deck to make sure our voice is heard. The Association has been front and center in discussions to date and now is the time to amplify our efforts. The last time the Municipal Government Act got a major overhaul was 1995, so we will be living under the new rules for a long

time. It’s crucial we get this right because it will have a significant impact on housing affordability. For CHBA members, that means the cost of new subsidized housing should be shared by everyone — not just new home buyers. It means consistency with codes across the province instead of multiple rules in multiple jurisdictions. CHBA – Alberta will assess the proposals in the legislation. We’ll reach out to our membership to make sure that every member understands what the new MGA could mean to you and your business. We will also ask you to engage your local MLAs and will provide you with the tools to do that. n

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C algary home builders foundation | association events

Housing those in need Alpha House and Habitat for Humanity Two new projects that help provide housing for those in need will receive funding from the CHBA – UDI Calgary Region Association Charitable Committee. Alpha House, which delivers safe, affordable and permanent housing for women recovering from addiction, will receive $250,000 to build the Women’s Harm Reduction Facility, and Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta will receive $55,000 towards the construction of six affordable four-plex housing complexes in the Pineridge neighbourhood. “Our Association has been helping people through the Calgary Home Builders Foundation by providing financial

donations or work-in-kind for housing-related projects for three decades,” says Donna Moore, co-CEO of CHBA – UDI. The mandate of the Charitable Committee is to aid the community in which Association members work and live, by supporting shelter-related charitable initiatives, educational opportunities and shelter-related research. “We are so very proud of our members, who step up time and again to help those

less fortunate and who donate so much to charities, no matter the economy,” says Moore. CHBA – UDI Calgary Region Association members will have the chance to work on the Habitat build site during the construction phase and will be able to work in Habitat’s Restore. n

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is part of the extensive RESOLVE Campaign, which already has many of our members involved in the building of affordable rental housing to help 3,000 vulnerable Calgarians in a bid to end homelessness. The Women’s Harm Reduction Facility will provide 30 units by completion. Habitat for Humanity is a world-wide program that offers a ‘hand up, not a hand-out’ to low-income families by providing an interest-free mortgage based on level of need and the ability to repay. Families are required to put in 500 hours of ‘sweat equity’ as well. More information coming soon.

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feAture: 2015 sAm AwArds GAL A

SAM Awards Our industry’s best shine brightly

pril is our favourite month — and with good reason. It’s the time we pay tribute to our members and celebrate the innovation and perseverance in residential construction with our annual SAM Awards Gala. Our 29th annual SAM Awards Gala honoured the 2015 winners in grand fashion. “The industry consistently puts out its best year after year and the competition this year was extremely close,” says Shane Wenzel, chair of the SAM committee for CHBA – UDI Calgary Region Association. Close to 1,600 people turned out to the gala that saw: Broadview Homes crowned Builder of the

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Year; McKinley Masters, the Builder of Merit; Avi Urban, a division of Homes by Avi (Canada) Inc., Multi-Family Builder of the Year; Renova Luxury Renovations, Renovator of the Year; and Wildwood Cabinets, Partner of the Year. “Congratulations to all of the SAM winners,” says Donna Moore, co-CEO of CHBA – UDI Calgary Region Association. “The coveted silver SAM goose is an award the industry has come to hold in the highest regard. It is a symbol of the innovation, dedication and determination that the residential construction industry in the Calgary region has to offer.”

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Delle and Peter-John Woolf (Broadview Homes and Builder of the Year)

L-R: Donna Moore, co-CEO of CHBA - UDI, Shane Wenzel, chair of SAM committee and Wendy Jabusch, Vice-Chair of CHBA-UDI Calgary Region Association

A total of 127 members competed in 12 categories for 58 awards covering the spectrum of the facets of the residential construction industry. The 830 entries were similar to the 2014 entries, which were record numbers. In spite of the economic adversity facing the industry, the submissions were outstanding, says Wenzel. “Our members showed they have the drive and resiliency to continue to shine, no matter the circumstances.” Individual category awards were wide-spread amongst the finalists, with Hopewell Residential leading the way with four wins representing both their homes division and land development. Broadview, Jayman Modus and Renova Luxury Renovations took three each, while the many other companies garnered one or two each. Sincere congratulations to all the finalists and winners in a fierce competition that brought out the best the industry has to offer. Thank-you to our many sponsors — we could not do it without your help. And thank-you to our members for their support and dedication to providing the best neighbourhoods and homes in the world! See you in 2017!

L-R: Amie Blanchette, Manager, Partnership Services, City of Calgary, Guy Huntingford, coCEO of CHBA - UDI, and Beverly Jarvis, Director of Policy Projects & Government Relations, CHBAUDI Calgary Region Association

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FEATURE: 2015 sam awards winners

Grand SAM Winners best-of-the-best Broadview Homes With general manager Peter-John Woolf at the helm of the company under the umbrella of the Qualico Group, Broadview Homes has grown to become a diverse home builder in various price segments in and around Calgary for more than a quarter of a century. “This is an incredible honour,” says Woolf. “I owe this to our awesome team, who are always moving the bar higher.” Broadview has their homes under construction online through the various stages to help build customer trust — and that has been a factor in the company’s success, as well, he says. “We made the decision to build our homes on Facebook so the whole process is transparent.” The company also won Best New Home in three categories this year: $325,000 to $374,999; $485,000 to $549,999; and $720,000 to $849,999, and was the New Home Buyer’s Choice Award winner for its category. “The design process is a big part of our homes,” says Woolf. “We have four designers bringing something to the table and that keeps our freshness.” Broadview is building in three Calgary communities

— Beacon Hill, Evanston and Redstone — plus in Harmony in Springbank, Ravenswood in Airdrie, Kinniburgh in Chestermere, Boulder Creek Estates in Langdon, and Rancher’s Rise in Okotoks. For more information go to www.broadviewhomes.com

McKinley Masters The true custom home builder has made its mark in acreage estate homes and inner-city luxury homes for more than a quarter of a century and is known for its craftsmanship and creativity, winning the Builder of Merit numerous times in the past. “It’s all about the teamwork,” says Mark Kwasnicki, president of McKinley Masters. “From our designers, to our suppliers, we have been working together the same way, building quality. In any business, it’s all about the customers — and our customers trust our team and our design.” The builder has just opened a country estate show home in Silverhorn in Bearspaw — open weekends from noon to 5 p.m. and by appointment. McKinley Masters also won the Best New Home in the $2.3 million and over category For more information, go to www.mckinleymasterscom profile

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FEATURE: sam awards 2015 WINNERS

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Avi Urban (A DIVISION OF HOMES BY AVI (CANADA) Inc.) The multi-family division of Homes by Avi was created in 2000 under President Charron Ungar, who has the vision to create affordable, but smart, contemporary multi-family homes in both the downtown and suburban neighbourhoods. “We have a great team and to be regarded so highly by our peers is a true honour,” says Ungar. “Our plan now is simply to enjoy the rest of the year.” It is currently developing four projects in Calgary: Duke at Mission, Jackson at Walden, Canoe at Auburn Bay, and Juno at Currie. In addition to the Grand SAM, Avi Urban took Best Town Home $300,000 – $359,999 and the Janine Coughlin Marketing Campaign of the Year. It has also won numerous awards in the past, including being named Multi-Family Builder of the Year in the province. For information, go to www.aviurban.com

Renova Luxury Renovations Under the direction of Brian Maurer, president, the renovation company has been focussed on design and creativity since 1986 and is past winner of multiple awards, including Renovator of the Year under its former name, Albi Renova. In addition, Renova was presented with a Best of Houzz award in 2015 for Design. “I have an architectural background so my focus is on that,” says Maurer. “Anyone can construct a home, but the design is the key — how it flows, how it looks without breaking the bank. That’s why I’m constantly working with the design team to make creative designs so the final result looks great.” The company has a customer satisfaction rating that’s extremely high — in the 90+ per cent range, he says. Renova Luxury Renovations just opened its first show home at 20 Patterson Drive SW. It’s open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekends.

Renova also took home SAMs for Best Home Renovation (with Addition); Best Kitchen Renovation – $90,000 and over; and Best Kitchen Renovation – Up to $89,999. For more information, go to www.renovaluxury.com

Wildwood Cabinets Quality and service are the backbone to the success of Wildwood Cabinets, under the direction of Jack Rapkowski and Dan Moyen. “Wildwood Cabinets is excited to win the Grand SAM Partner of the Year Award. We want to acknowledge our incredibly dedicated staff for this honour,” says the partners. “The win is a testament to their hard work and commitment to a companywide culture of quality and service. Being a local cabinet manufacturer means Wildwood is focused on Calgary customers and can react quickly to the fast-paced homebuilding industry. “ The show room is located at Bay 9, 10551 50 Street S.E. For information, www.wildwood-cabinets.com n profile

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FEATURE: sam awards 2015 sponsors

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FEATURE: sam awards 2015 WINNERS

GRAND SAM WINNERS Builder of the Year BROADVIEW HOMES

Builder of Merit MCKINLEY MASTERS

DEVELOPER AWARDS

(finalists: Jayman BUILT; Brookfield Residential; Homes by Avi (Canada) Inc.; Albi Homes, a division of Brookfield Residential)

(finalists: Wolf Custom Homes Ltd.; Treehouse Developments Ltd.; Lupi Luxury Homes Inc.; Astoria Homes Ltd.)

Multi-Family Builder of the Year AVI URBAN, A DIVISION OF HOMES BY AVI (CANADA) INC.

(finalists: Kon-Strux Developments Inc.; Ultimate Renovations; Hearth & Home Fireplace and Home Renovations; Astoria Projects Ltd.)

(finalists: Hopewell Residential Management LP; Bucci Developments; Jayman Modus, a division of Jayman BUILT; Brad Remington Homes)

Renovator of the Year RENOVA LUXURY RENOVATIONS

Partner of the Year WILDWOOD CABINETS (finalists: Kingswood Interiors Ltd.; Giusti Wall Tech Ltd. A division of Giusti Group of Companies; Star Building Materials (Alberta) Ltd.; Breckenridge Concrete, a division of Breckenridge Builders Ltd.)

Show Home Parade of the Year HOPEWELL RESIDENTIAL MANAGEMENT LP Mahogany Island New Community of the Year BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL Symons Gate Community of the Year – City of Calgary WESTCREEK DEVELOPMENTS LTD. Legacy, Calgary Community of the Year – Calgary Region TAMANI COMMUNITIES Riversong, Cochrane

ADVERTISING & MARKETING AWARDS Best Billboard BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL Auburn Bay Red Chair Best Brochure JAYMAN BUILT Jayman Design Centre Brochure Best Direct Mail Piece ICON STONE & TILE INSTANT SUCCESS PILLS

Symons Gate by Brookfield Residential

Best Moving Media LUX WINDOWS & GLASS LTD. Call Me Best Print Ad M2i DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION SoBow – Two Storey Living, One Storey Price Best Audio Media QUALICO COMMUNITIES Evanston – Childhood Home – From the 400s Best Website HERITAGE POINTE PROPERTIES, A DIVISION OF UPPER LAKES GROUP INC. Liveatartesia.com Janine Coughlin Marketing Campaign of the Year AVI URBAN, A DIVISION OF HOMES BY AVI (CANADA) LTD. Duke at Mission Campaign Best Online Campaign of the Year HOMES BY AVI (CANADA) LTD. 2015 Stampede Rotary Dream Home

Mahogany Island by Hopewell Residential

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FEATURE: sam awards 2015 WINNERS

MULTI-FAMILY HOME AWARDS Best Town Home - $300,000-$359,999 AVI URBAN, A DIVISION OF HOMES BY AVI (CANADA) INC. Willow at Sherwood - Jasmine E, 579 Sherwood Blvd NW, Calgary Best Town Home - $360,000 and over STREETSIDE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Skye, Killarney Townes in Killarney, 2432, 30 Street SW, Calgary Best Villa / Duplex – up to $374,999 BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL The Cadenza in Auburn Bay, 111 Auburn Meadows Place SE, Calgary Best Villa / Duplex - $375,000 and over LUPI LUXURY HOMES INC. The Verona, Mount Pleasant, 402/404 25 Ave NW, Calgary Best Apartment-Style Condo – One Bedroom + Den JAYMAN MODUS, A DIVISION OF JAYMAN BUILT E Unit in Overture in Currie Barracks, #303, 33 Burma Star RD SW, Calgary Best Apartment Style Condo – Two Bedrooms & Up JAYMAN MODUS, A DIVISION OF JAYMAN BUILT Baxters at Overture in Currie Barracks, Private

Skye, Killarney Townes by StreetSide

MULTI-FAMILY DESIGN AWARDS Best New Design Apartment Style Condo up to 699 sq. ft. BRAD REMINGTON HOMES (2010) LTD. G Floorplan, 215 Legacy Blvd SE, Calgary Best New Design Apartment Style Condo 700 sq. ft. to 899 sq. ft. HOPEWELL RESIDENTIAL MANAGEMENT LP Sandgate 703 1.1.d, 316-10 Mahogany Mews SE, Calgary Best New Design Apartment Style Condo 900 sq. ft. and over BUCCI DEVELOPMENTS LIMITED Radius by Bucci – PH4, 88-9th Street NE, Calgary

Best New Design Villa/Duplex/Townhome up to 1,199 sq. ft. HOPEWELL RESIDENTIAL MANAGEMENT LP Chalet No6 A walkout, 60 Copperstone Common SE, Calgary Best New Design Villa/Duplex/Townhome 1,200 sq. ft. and over EMPIRE CUSTOM HOMES LIMITED Valour Park Luxury Townhomes, 40 Valour Circle SW, Calgary

Sandgate by Hopewell Residential The Cadenza by Brookfield Residential

INDUSTRY ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS Best Innovation: Idea/Product DURABUILT WINDOWS & DOORS INC. Durabuilt’s Alpha Series

MULTI-FAMILY COMMUNITY AWARDS Best Multi-Family Community JAYMAN MODUS, A DIVISION OF JAYMAN BUILT Ebony in Mahogany Condos & Townhomes, Mahogany, Calgary

Chalet No.6 by Hopewell Residential

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FEATURE: sam awards 2015 WINNERS

NEW HOME AWARDS Best New Home – up to $274,999 NUVISTA HOMES LTD. The Sage, 143 River Heights Drive, Cochrane Best New Home – $275,000-$324,999 NUVISTA HOMES LTD. The Banbury II, 409 Ravensmoor Common, Airdrie Best New Home – $325,000-$374,999 BROADVIEW HOMES The Kornell in Ravenswood, 1548 Ravensmoor Way, Airdrie Best New Home – $375,000-$424,999 REIDBUILT HOMES Bruno’s Custom Home in Douglasglen, Private

The Cézanne by McKinley Masters The Stanford II by Broadview Homes

Best New Home – $425,000-$484,999 JAYMAN BUILT The Edgecombe in Mahogany, 34 Masters Avenue SE, Calgary

Best New Home – $620,000-$719,999 ASHTON LUXURY LIVING INC. The Rosetree, in Rosemont, Private

Best New Home - $1,000,000-$1,499,999 ASTORIA HOMES LTD. Private Residence-Rocky View County, Private

Best New Home – $485,000-$549,999 BROADVIEW HOMES The Stanford II in Kinniburgh, 132 Kinniburgh Drive, Chestermere

Best New Home - $720,000-$849,999 BROADVIEW HOMES The Hugo in Harmony, 61 Paintbrush Park, Springbank

Best New Home - $1,500,000-$2,299,999 ULTIMA CUSTOM HOMES INC. The Josephine, in Watermark, 38 Watermark Rd., Rocky View County

Best New Home – $550,000-$619,999 CRYSTAL CREEK HOMES INC. The Kingsley II, 182 Aspen Vista Way SW, Calgary

Best New Home - $850,000-$999,999 TREEHOUSE DEVELOPMENTS LTD. The Uptown in Altadore, Private

Best New Home - $2,300,000 and over MCKINLEY MASTERS Cambrooke Woodlands, Private

RENOVATOR AWARDS

PARTNER AWARDS

Best Home Renovation (with Addition) RENOVA LUXURY RENOVATIONS Bayview Transformation

Best Kitchen Renovation – $90,000 and over RENOVA LUXURY RENOVATIONS Patterson Interior Improvement

Best Home Renovation (without Addition) MALBEC HOMES & RENOVATIONS INC. Garden Crescent Renovation

Best Bathroom/Ensuite Renovation KON-STRUX DEVELOPMENTS INC. Moose Mountain Homes / Rochelle Lynne Design / Kon-strux Developments – LOG CABIN BATHROOM

Best Basement Renovation ULTIMATE RENOVATIONS Lake Fraser Basement Renovation Best Kitchen Renovation – up to $89,999 RENOVA LUXURY RENOVATIONS Scenic Acres Interior Improvement

Best Renovator’s Choice Renovation KON-STRUX DEVELOPMENTS INC. Moose Mountain Homes / Rochelle Lynne Design / Kon-strux Developments – Log Cabin Exterior

Supplier of Products GIUSTI WALL TECH LTD., A DIVISION OF GIUSTI GROUP OF COMPANIES Supplier of Service ALBERTA ENGINEERING LIMITED

SALES & INFORMATION CENTRE AWARDS Best Sales & Information Centre - Attached ALBI HOMES LTD. Auburn Bay Sales Centre, Calgary

SALES ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS Sales Team of the Year – Single Family MATTAMY HOMES Breann Kostrosky, Stefen Vavrek, Dipali Damji, Aleaha Cole – Cityscape

Supplier & Installer of Products WILDWOOD CABINETS

Sales Team of the Year – Multi-Family CARLISLE GROUP Jim Bryce, Rhishi Patel, John O’Connor, Christophir Randal, Patricia Mackay – Legacy Gate

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industry news | Cit y of C algary

By Vanessa Gash

Safety Codes ofﬁcer – residential Building regulations Division Development and Building Approvals, City of Calgary

Businesses benefit ePermit upgrades a big improvement The City of Calgary has expanded its online permitting and inspection services for contractors and homebuilders with its latest Residential ePermit upgrade. What started with a handful of permits from a test group of high-volume homebuilders in 2013 has turned into 85 per cent of single family building permits all applied for, processed online and inspections conducted in a paperless environment. Th is has been a success story for homebuilders, owners and The City as a whole. The latest release has expanded services and usability that pushes The City to the forefront of municipalities that offer this type of service. Residential ePermit users have the

ability to apply for permits from the comfort of their office, pay online and, receive all necessary correspondences and issued permits via email. The latest improvements add the functionality of managing inspections online. Th is means site supervisors can conveniently book,

reschedule or cancel inspections on their smart phone or tablet directly from the job site using inspections.calgary.ca. It also reduces the number of phone calls to 311 and the wait time to speak with a customer service representative. Th is drastically cuts red tape and allows the builder more control over the coordination of their inspections. Residential ePermit services will also extend to deck and garage building permits for contractors this spring. When you consider the cost savings associated with time away from the office or jobsite, commuting, downtown parking, waiting time and printed drawings, the opportunity to apply online is a great option. The City is committed to continually improving the electronic service offerings available on ePermit. To that end, additional residential improvement projects such as basement developments and additions are anticipated this fall. To learn more about Residential ePermit or to become a user, visit calgary.ca/epermit. n

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phbi | industry news

By Joe Connelly

pHBi executive Director

Tough times don’t last But smart people do PHBI is working hard to deliver more courses and more value than ever before as we all work our way out of these difficult times. As Calgarians we are renowned as a community for pulling together and “raising the barn.” Toward that end, PHBI has committed to putting even more courses on line ASAP. The benefits of studying at your own pace and on your own time are obvious. The online students have provided some very positive feedback on both the content of the courses as well as the delivery methods. Over the next six months, the team will

be delivering a total of nine new courses which will see our total more than double as outlined below:

How to save 2/3 off your tuition! PHBI has partnered with CHBA - Alberta to deliver even more value for our members!

Through the Canada-Alberta Job Grant Program, members are able to access training for one-third of the standard tuition price. The other two-thirds will be covered by the Canada-Alberta Job Grant, which is funded by the Government of Canada. An up-front financial commitment is not required; members will be billed by CHBA – Alberta for only their one-third share after registration is completed. Certain restrictions do apply so ensure you check the CHBA – Alberta website or just call us here at PHBI (403) 216-8310. But hurry, because there is only a limited number of dollars available and we don’t want any builder members to miss out. n

PHBI’s online courses SALES COURSES

CONSTRUCTION COURSES

BUSINESS COURSES

Construction Basics for Sales 2

Construction Fundamentals

Human Resources Management

Sales Management

Construction Performance Guidelines

Law Fundamentals

Customer Service Professional

Construction Technology 2

Business Planning & Management

New Home Marketing

Introduction to Master Home Renovator

Ethics in Home Building

Professional Selling 1

Project Management & Supervisor

Finance & Accounting

Professional Selling 2

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CmhC | industry news

By Fatima Barros

regional Vice-president, prairie and Territories Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation

Housing options for people with dementia CMHC’s Guide offers simple, practical advice Assisting people with dementia to remain as safe and independent as possible in their home or community poses unique challenges to their housing, health and support needs. Thankfully, there are a number of relatively simple changes that can be made to almost any home to make it safer, more comfortable and more familiar for anyone who is living with dementia — and to assist their families, friends and caregivers in meeting their daily needs. CMHC’s Guide to Housing Options for People Living with Dementia offers simple and practical advice on home adaptations, renovations and design suggestions to help people living with dementia, and their caregivers or housing providers, create a living environment that:

• Increases safety, security and a sense of belonging; • Maximizes abilities and focuses on strengths; and • Encourages independence and involvement in life. The advice presented in the Guide pertains to lighting, doors, signage, flooring, stairs, the various rooms of a home and exterior spaces. For example, did you know that: • Changes in the colour, tone or pattern

of the flooring can be misinterpreted as steps and increase the risk of falling; and • In the bathroom, doors should be rehung to open outward, to allow for easier access in case someone falls against the door from the inside? To learn more, download the Guide to Housing Options for People Living with Dementia (volumes 1, 2 and 3). For a list of other resources that are available to assist both housing providers and caregivers in designing, renovating or adapting a home to meet the needs of people living with dementia visit the CMHC website at cmhc.ca/aginginplace. n

Make it safer, more comfortable and more familiar for anyone who is living with dementia

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Smarter growth initiative Standard Development Agreement at a glance Helping Calgarians to understand the Standard Development Agreement (SDA) is critical as we design a city for the future. Funding growth in Calgary Helping Calgarians to understand the Standard Development Agreement (SDA) is critical as we design a city for the future. The new SDA between The City of Calgary and developers changes things up — and everybody wins. Paid for by those who beneﬁt The SDA details developers’ financial obligations for public infrastructure needed to accommodate new growth in Calgary. The revised SDA, created collaboratively and approved in January 2016, ensures those who benefit from growth pay for it. The outcome? A better funding model for a smarter city. What’s new for greenﬁeld? The new funding structure creates more predictability for developers and financial stability for The City. Here are the highlights: • One-step levy calculation at permit stage for predictability • 40 per cent average levy increase • Three-year levy payment structure • Five-year term with provision to reopen it sooner Levies for brand new communities cover all costs including water and wastewater treatment, connections to existing facilities, land and roads required around the community, emergency response stations and recreation facilities.

What about redevelopment? For the first time, developers in established areas will pay a set levy on a per-unit basis for sanitary and water treatment. This allows budgetary certainty, for both industry partners and The City. • Levies calculated at the permit stage • Fees cover connection costs to water sanitary treatment plants • Payable at occupancy stage A Density Incentive is part of the new levies. It helps remove barriers to necessary growth. • Levies capped at 285 EP/hectare • Property taxes from portion of development beyond 285 EP/hectare cover the rest The transition to full redevelopment levies will take two years. The Density Incentive for Redevelopment To align with the MDP, the SDA carefully addresses prohibitive costs for building more housing in an established area with a Density Incentive. 285 EP/hectare, or equivalent people per hectare, means that after the project creates space for 285 people and/or jobs, the levies are capped. It’s a win-win What’s the upside for The City — and taxpayers? Increased housing density means efficient use of existing infrastructure and more city revenue from the new units’ property taxes. The guaranteed revenue is still much higher profile

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than it was when single-family homes dominated the community. Cost savings in the works The SDA incorporates a new Work Plan to reduce growth costs. Industry and The City collaborated on an approved process, overseen by the planning and development general manager. Goals include: • Scrutiny of all levies and fees for reduction • Shorter approval times • Policies to expedite development and building processes • Increased ﬂexibility for visionary development • Innovative funding and ﬁnancing models You can download a highly visual version of this article at smartergrowth.ca, as well as learn more about the Work Plan. We hope that with the help of our publications, you can encourage those in your network to engage in informed (and lively!) conversations about the future of Calgary. We have a great city to build! n

A ssociAtion events |

A great way to learn and network With fellow housing industry professionals JANUARY BUILDER BREAKFAST The January 28 Builder Breakfast featured Justin Pockar from The City of Calgary, speaking on Part Two of the NECB, the new mandatory energy code.

dramatic fi lmed rescue of a worker in a collapsed trench.