June 18, 2021

QHBA's Industry Update

Stanko "Stan" Klemencic

Wednesday, October 20th, 1926 - Wednesday, June 16th, 2021

The QHBA is deeply saddened by the loss of Stan Klemencic. Our deepest condolences to Mark and Andy and the entire Klemencic family, and staff at Klemencic Homes. We will be honouring his memory as a long standing member of the Association and significant contributor to the residential construction industry. Learn more and pay your respects here:

Stanko "Stan" Klemencic Obituary - Trenton, ON | Rushnell Funeral Centre Limited (rushnellfamilyservices.com)

QHBA - Deputation to Council re Planning Fees & Application Process

Recently the QHBA requested a deputation before Council at the June 22 Regular Meeting of Council in the County. This deputation relates to the Planning Fees and Application Process feedback that we provided to County Staff earlier this month in response to the proposed changes. President, Jon Van Huizen and Builder/Developer Advisory Group Co-Chair, Angelo Puglisi will be presenting on behalf of the QHBA for the deputation.

You can find the full agenda here once it is posted: Prince Edward County - Video (civicweb.net)
And you can watch the livestream on June 22 at 6pm here: PEC COUNCIL LIVE STREAM

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OHBA Continues to encourage conversations on Pay on Demand Surety Bonds in Municipalities across Ontario.

Read the updated Pay on Demand Surety Bond GR Document here.

OHBA is continuing to push for the municipal uptake of Pay-on-Demand Surety Bonds (PODSB) to secure Municipal/Sub division Agreements. While continuing to push this with the provincial government to implement province wide, it is also important to help build momentum for this idea by meeting with local municipal planning departments and councils. So far, 4 municipalities in Ontario have accepted the use of PODSB and we hope to grow that number.

OHBA will be engaging members in the surety space for their insights and will also ask for your local EO expertise and partnership in approaching local municipalities. Step one will be to connect with local municipal officials and a few local members who have strong relationships with the local municipality.

Commentary: As you know, the City of Quinte West is working on finalizing the PODSB as an option and the City of Belleville is interested in learning more on offering this as an option. In addition, the QHBA has shared Pay on Demand Surety Bond information with the Municipalities of Brighton and Greater Napanee. We look forward to sharing more on this topic as it becomes available.

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Council Update - Northumberland County

HIGHLIGHTS

Launch of Affordable Housing Capital Grant Pilot Program

In alignment with the Affordable Housing Strategy, Northumberland County has launched an Affordable Housing Capital Grant Pilot Program to increase the supply of affordable rental housing in Northumberland. Homeowners in Northumberland considering adding a rental unit to their home, or agencies/developers planning to build rental units, can now apply. Under this program, participants may receive a forgivable loan of up to $20,000 per unit for affordable rental housing. For more information on program requirements and the application process, visit
Northumberland.ca/AffordableHousingGrant.

Visit our Council webpage

VIEW QHBA'S JUNE 22 - THE COUNTY - DEPUTATION SLIDE DECK HERE

HPE Public Health - Pop Up Vaccine Clinics Announced:

Employees Invited to Book Appointment at Upcoming COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics
In order to ensure essential workers and their families have an opportunity to get their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, Hastings Prince Edward Public Health (HPEPH) will be holding special vaccination clinics. The first clinic was held on June 17th and the remaining clinic will be held in Madoc Township on June 23, 2021 at 15651 Highway 62, Eldorado, Ontario.

Book an Appointment at the HPEPH Pop-Up Clinics
To get vaccinated as soon as possible, you are invited to book an appointment at HPEPH’s pop-up clinic in Madoc Township on June 23, 2021. This clinic is open to anyone age 12 and older who requires their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
To book an appointment, click here.

If you are unable to book online, please contact HPEPH at 613-966-5500 between 8:30am – 4:30pm and follow prompts for the COVID-19 vaccination call centre.

Are there other opportunities to get the COVID-19 vaccine?
Everyone age 12 and older is now be eligible to book at any of HPEPH’s community COVID-19 immunization clinics or at a participating local pharmacy. Please continue to check Ontario.ca/bookvaccine or contact the province for appointment availability at community clinics by calling 1-833-943-3900 or visit covid-19.ontario.ca/vaccine-locations.

For more information, and answers to many common questions, visit:

75% of Canadians who want to buy a home can't afford it: Manulife

Home prices forecast to rise 19 per cent, even as market cools – The Globe and Mail

Ontario Helping Youth Explore Careers in the Skilled Trades – Ontario

One Ontario spotlights affordable housing crisis

CHBA: Renovator Review Newsletter

Ontario Helping Indigenous People Start Careers in the Skilled Trades

Lumber product prices starting to drop according to the Western Retail Lumber Association (WRLA)

How to tame the housing wars: Why open bidding may not work – Global News

Meeting Details
Date: Tuesday, July 13, 2021
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. EST

Format
The Annual Public Meeting will be held as a Zoom webinar and will include presentations followed by a question and answer period. Participants are invited to submit questions during the meeting.

Please pre-register by clicking on the link below. To participate in the meeting, you will need to sign up for a free Zoom account if you don't already have one.

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WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

QHBA GOLF DAY
BLACKBEAR RIDGE

REGISTRATION OPENS JULY 5, 2021

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY PEH ANNOUNCES NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Habitat Chair, Jill Raycroft hands the keys over to newly appointed Executive Director, Hazzem Koudsi. Read the full media release here:

The QHBA was proud to donate to the Maurice Rollins Day of Memory to honour Past President, Maurice Rollins who served two terms as QHBA President in 1961 and 1962. The Enrichment Centre raised over $30K which was matched by the Rollins family's Foundation, to support mental health programs and initiatives across the Region.

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