Ready, Set, Build!

After the business plan and needs assessment, what's next? In this one-day course, a BCNPHA facilitator will outline the development process and explore using the market to create affordable housing. You will learn about:

• The key elements of an effective funding proposal
• What to expect at each stage of housing development
• What development approach makes sense for your society or community
• The roles and responsibilities of key players in the development process
• How to assemble a cross-sectoral development team that will deliver a well-built project that meets the needs of your society and its client group(s)
• Ways to create affordable housing outside of traditional government programs
• Keys to successful partnerships
• CMHC's Seed Funding program

Workshop facilitation and instructor expenses are covered through the generous support of Canada Mortgage & Housing Corporation. (A nominal registration fee per person will be applied; 10 participants minimum required.)

Registration Fee: $20 per person for BCNPHA members; $40 for non-members (includes HST). Advance registration is required. To register, click on the dates below. Payment may be made by credit card (through PayPal) or cheque (depending on registration date). Note: You do not require a PayPal account in order to pay by credit card.

2012 Dates/Locations:  

• TBA

If you would like a Ready, Set, Build! workshop delivered to your community, please contact or call 604-291-2600 Ext. 224, toll free: 1-800-494-8859, Ext. 224 for more details. For our free online news bulletin which features upcoming educational events and news updates, click on our homepage and sign up using your email address.

Thanks to Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation for their contribution to this workshop.