Canadian Construction Association’s Quarterly Insights in Around Town
The Canadian Construction Association published their latest quarterly report in August. According to the report, despite a challenging economic climate marked by rising borrowing costs and market uncertainties, small and medium-size construction enterprises have...
VIREB July Real Estate Market Update in Around Town
Vancouver Island Real Estate Board (VIREB) recorded 737 unit sales board-wide (all property types) in July. 363 single-family homes sold, down 11 per cent from July 2023. Sales of condos came in at 87 units, decreasing by nine per...
Habitat for Humanity #BidtoBuild in this week’s Around Town
On June 10, Habitat for Humanity Vancouver Island North will launch their new #BidtoBuild online auction, with help from presenting sponsor Brando Construction. Habitat’s #BidtoBuild Online Auction has returned for 2024 with exclusive items, experiences, and...
Women in BC Trades Increases in Around Town
According to BuildForce Canada, 4.5% of construction trade workers in BC are women and the industry has hired over 60% more women aged 15 to 24 between 2022 and 2023. Recruiting women into the construction trades is a great opportunity for employers to fill job...
Real Estate Market Update in Around Town
Vancouver Island Real Estate Board (VIREB) recorded 741 unit sales board-wide (all property types) in April. 376 single-family homes sold, down 2 per cent from April 2023. Sales of condos came in at 75 units, dropping by one per cent. In the row/townhouse category,...Get 8 FREE Issues!
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