by Kenzie Andrews | Jun 19, 2025 | Blog, GST Rebate, New Home Construction
A new First-Time Home Buyer GST rebate, introduced on May 27, allows eligible buyers to recover up to $50,000 of the GST paid on new homes purchased from a builder. To qualify, at least one purchaser must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, and must not... by Kenzie Andrews | Jun 18, 2025 | Bamfield, BC Housing, Blog, Courtenay, Quadra Island
In this week’s Building Links: Bamfield: Community Hall construction update. Courtenay: Building permit submitted for BC Housing’s 143 bed/unit project Quadra Island: RFP issued for site preparation, foundation and slab...
by Kenzie Andrews | Jun 12, 2025 | Blog, Real Estate News, Vancouver Island Real Estate Board
In May, the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board (VIREB) reported 781 property sales, down 3% from last year, while active listings rose 5% to 4,439. Inventory rose slightly across all categories, supporting a balanced market with nearly six months of supply. The...
by Kenzie Andrews | Jun 11, 2025 | Blog, Campbell River, Comox, Powell River, Residential Development, Tenders
In this week’s Building Links: Comox: The building permit is under review for Phase 1 of a 700+ unit project. Powell River: Development permits approved for 30-unit building. Campbell River: Tender for the construction phase of the RCMP Parking Lot Expansion. A...
by Kenzie Andrews | Jun 5, 2025 | Bids & Tenders, Blog, Tariff
In today’s rapidly evolving global trade landscape, understanding and adapting to tariff changes is crucial for public sector suppliers. Bids&Tenders recently hosted an insightful webinar, “Navigating Tariffs: Strategies, Support &...