December 19, 2019

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December 19, 2019

Association News

Toy soldiers on guard at BOMA Christmas Luncheon

BOMA members stepped into a realm of toy soldiers, nutcrackers and ballerinas at the Christmas Luncheon. Over 860 guests took home a mini nutcracker decoration, and one person from each table won an 18-inch nutcracker and bottle of Goldschlager. Playing on our Russian ballet theme, complimentary Moscow Mules were passed around at the reception, and the grand prize was a trip to Russia (a $6,000 Flight Centre gift card).

Get recognized for your commitment to excellence!

If you say yes to any of the questions below, enter to win an award!

- Does your team have a commitment to service excellence?

- Is your building managed exceptionally well?
- Does your company excel in health and safety practices?
- Are you a young professional who has significantly contributed to your company?
- Does your building strive to be environmentally sustainable?
- Has your property had an amazing tenant improvement?

Fire Prevention Training

Candle use increases during the winter months and is a cause of home fires and home fire deaths. In the USA fire departments respond to an estimated 11,640 homes structure fires that were started by candles which caused 126 deaths, 953 injuries and $438 million in direct property damage. Keep your occupants educated and safe.

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Regulatory News

Garbage and recycling fee increase

On Nov. 1, the GVS&DD board approved changes to the Tipping Fee Bylaw effective Jan. 1, 2020. One of the key changes is that garbage tipping fees increase by $5 per tonne except for large loads (greater than nine tonnes), which increase by $9 per tonne.

Changes to BC Building Code 2018 effective Dec. 12

Revision 2 of the BC Building Code has been approved. These changes were effective Dec. 12, 2019, and apply to building permits applied for on or after this date. Continue reading for amendments.

Events & Education

Space still available for Ski Day but not for long

One coach is already full for the day trip to Whistler. If you are on the waitlist, fast-track your registration by letting us know that you are bringing a real estate member. Contact Jocelyn, Jade or Sarah at BOMA for more information at 604-684-3916.

Learn more and register

RHFAC Training Now Available Online

In January 2020, Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification™ (RHFAC) Training will be available online through Athabasca University. The online course will use immersive technology to train individuals how to use RHFAC methodology to rate and certify the built environment on its level of meaningful access. Upon successful completion of this course and exam, individuals will obtain their RHFAC Professional designation, qualifying them to conduct ratings of the built environment and pre-construction plans. Learn more and register today.

Rebates help save money, energy and emissions

Whether you’re replacing old heating equipment or are planning to develop or renovate a building to meet new energy performance standards, FortisBC has rebates on high-efficiency boilers and water heaters as well as custom incentives for optimizing building controls. If your properties include apartment buildings, you can also get water-saving upgrades and an energy assessment at no cost from the rental apartment efficiency program.

Find FortisBC rebates for your building at fortisbc.com/businessrebates

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Event Calendar

12
Feb 2020

BOMA February Luncheon at BUILDEX

BOMA BC and PAMA are joining forces on this event. More details to come.

25
Feb 2020

Introduction to Recommissioning workshop

Save the date!

26
Feb 2020

TNP Event

Featuring professional speaker Steve J. Thomas. Details to come.

4
Mar 2020

Quality Building Team Session

Save the date for this building operator lunch and learn.

6
Mar 2020

BOMA Ski Day

Two coaches will take 90 people to Whistler for an unforgettable day of skiing, snowboarding and socializing.

16
Apr 2020

BOMA April Luncheon & AGM

Set aside 11am to 11:30am to attend the Annual General Meeting prior to the luncheon. Details to come.

21
May 2020

BOMA BC Awards Gala

Come out to support your colleagues and network at this well-attended event. Save the date!

16
Jul 2020

BOMA Boat Cruise

Keep an eye out for registration in May as this event sells out quickly.

20
Aug 2020

BOMA Golf Classic

We're back at Northview's two courses for this double shotgun, Texas Scramble tourney.

22
Sep 2020

BOMEX Vancouver

BOMA Canada's national conference and tradeshow is coming to town! Delegate registration to open in the new year.

National News

BOMA Canada Rick Hansen Accessibility Challenge Awards

BOMA Canada is committed to creating a world without barriers through meaningful accessibility in the built environment. Supporting this initiative, BOMA Canada has partnered with the Rick Hansen Foundation to invite BOMA members to have their buildings rated for accessibility using the Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification (RHFAC) program.

BOMA BEST fees for 2020


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View the fee schedule that takes effect January 1, 2020.

Did you know that over 5,000 buildings have a BOMA BEST certificate? Learn more about BOMA BEST, North America's largest environmental assessment and certification program for existing buildings.