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BC Sawmill Shuts Operations for Two Weeks In Around Town
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Conifex Timber has announced that it is temporarily curtailing its Mackenzie sawmill operations for two weeks starting October 11. This announcement impacts production capacity by approximately seven million board feet in the fourth quarter.According to an industry wide survey released in April 2021, BC’s construction industry continues to be the number one employer in BC’s goods sector, with more than 219,500 people relying directly on construction for a paycheque.
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In this Week’s Issue of Building Links
- Courtenay: Tender released for detailed design for a new $3.35 million Nature Park.
- Powell River: $8 million grant received to expand the airport runway.
- Port McNeill: Tenders issued for a parking lot extension with retaining wall and a modular for restrooms and showers.
Canadian Homes Prices Decrease Around Town
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The Canadian Real Estate Association says the country’s housing market continued to slow in September – a stark contrast from the flurried pace of sales the fall usually delivers.
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- Courtenay: 17 lot subdivision proposed for single family or duplexes.
- Campbell River: The aquarium is proposing to move south of the Maritime Heritage Center.
- Cortes Island: Planning is underway for a 2.6 acre community gathering and commercial ventures project.
Building Builders Mentorship Program In Around Town
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The BC Construction Association announced a province-wide mentorship program to encourage skilled trades as a career path. The program is funded to run for three years and expected to support 300 mentees through a 12-month mentorship period.
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In this Week’s Issue of Building Links
- Tofino: Construction on the new $78 million Wastewater Treatment Plant will begin this Fall.
- Courtenay: Approvals moving forward for a 24 unit rental building.
- Powell River: The Tla’amin Nation is looking at purchasing the former Paper Mill site.
Real Estate listings nearly tripled in Around Town
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Last month, active listings in the VIREB areas for single-family homes nearly tripled to 1,417 compared to September 2021. Condo and Townhouse listings increased to 627, compared to 273 one year ago.
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In this Week’s Issue of Building Links
- Port Alberni: 15 cottages proposed for Sprout Lake
- Cumberland: DP approved for a four storey commercial-residential building
- Powell River: Proposed 2 building, 34 unit residential project
Incentives for hiring 1st year apprentices in Around Town
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Effective today, BC’s construction employers can begin to access up to $40,000 through the BC Construction Association to offset the costs of onboarding and training first-year apprentices in 39 Red Seal trades.
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In this Week’s Issue of Building Links
- Bowser: Approvals moving forward for a 22 unit housing project.
- Courtenay: New subdivision proposed with 29 lots in Phase 1.
- Campbell River: Public hearings rescheduled for two subdivisions, over 180 acres.
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