Discover how Indigenous land development is shaping the future of urban growth in BC.

 

Join us at our October Luncheon to hear from hereditary Chief Ian Campbell of the Squamish Nation as he shares insights on key projects and the importance of ethical development.

 

Thursday, October 17th, 2024, 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM PDT

Fairmont Pacific Rim, Emerald Ballroom
1038 Canada Place Way, Vancouver, BC

 

Join us in Kelowna on October 23rd for an introduction to our new provincial initiative, the Decarb Accelerator program, aimed at helping commercial buildings reduce emissions.

 

Then, on November 7th, meet us in Victoria for a Luncheon focused on Radon Building Safety.

 

For more details and to register, check out our events below.

We had several new members join the Association in September. Please join us in welcoming them to BOMA BC!

In collaboration with Downtown Van and Canadian research firm Leger, we recently surveyed our commercial real estate members to gather valuable insights on safety and vibrancy.

 

BOMA BC is dedicated to ensuring the safety and success of Vancouver’s downtown core. The insights from our survey will play a key role in shaping our future advocacy efforts.

The Metro Vancouver Regional District is conducting research to understand the factors and trends that influence office, retail, and institutional occupancy decisions in the region. A range of different business types that occupy space are encouraged to give input on their location preferences, space requirements, challenges, opportunities, and more.

Feedback is vital and will help inform planning projects in the region, including updating local plans, work towards regional growth targets, and economic development initiatives. This short online survey is confidential, with the exception of businesses that choose to partake in an optional, compensated one-on-one interview.

In this article, learn how roof maintenance and future planning are essential to building durability and occupant safety while managing facility budgets.

The Vancouver Police Department’s Trespass Prevention Program offers real estate owners a way to manage trespassing issues such as encampments, substance use, and access blockages on their properties. By enrolling, you grant VPD the authority to engage with trespassers and enforce the BC Trespass Act without needing to contact the police each time.

 

While the program enhances safety and reduces the burden on property owners, it does not guarantee regular patrols. Owners should still contact 9-1-1 for emergencies or 604-717-3321 for non-emergency situations.

 

For more information or to sign up, email trespasspreventionprogram@vpd.ca. or visit the link below.

BOMA Canada seeking a program administrator to oversee a new incentive program funded by the Canadian government’s Deep Retrofit Challenge. The program, which is set for a January 2025 launch, will provide nearly $17 million in incentives to help commercial building owners and managers across Canada reduce their carbon emissions through deep retrofits.

Former central banker Mark Carney has warned there will be “significant stranded assets” in commercial real estate as governments push to reach net zero, highlighting the risks to property owners and lenders from older buildings that cannot adapt.