Frequently Asked Questions

How does being a member of the CHBA Central Interior benefit me?

• CHBA CI builds consumer confidence. Be known as a professional in your field!
• CHBA CI provides resources to make your business more successful.
• CHBA CI provides major marketing opportunities for your business!
• CHBA CI provides networking opportunities to meet industry leaders and develop your business.

Who are CHBA members?

• Licensed Builders, Renovators, Developers
• Trade contractors including plumbers, electricians, drywallers, carpenters (and the list goes on),
• Suppliers from building supply chains and other individual local companies
• Financial institutions such as banks, credit unions, mortgage providers, and warranty providers
• Governments and Associations
• Service and professional groups including designers, lawyers, accountants, realtors, marketing companies, media people and more
• Any company with an interest in promoting or doing business with the residential construction industry in the Central Interior of B.C.

How do I join CHBA CI?

• Call the office at 250-828-1844 and request a membership information package.
• Become a member
  

When are applications for membership approved?

• Prior to the monthly Board of Directors meeting, all applications for membership are submitted to the general membership. Then, at the CHBA CI Board of Directors meeting, applications are reviewed and the Board votes to accept new members. At the next scheduled dinner meeting, new member are ratified.

What are the requirements for membership in CHBA CI?

• All applicants are required to submit a completed application form.
• Applicants must also agree to abide by CHBA CI’s Code of Ethics.
• Builders and renovators must have three (3) CHBA member references. Where applicable, BC Housing and third-party warranty information must also be submitted. Space to provide referees' contact information is found in the application form.
• All other membership categories must submit three (3) CHBA member references. Space to provide referees' contact information is found in the application form.

What does CHBA CI do?

• CHBA CI is the voice of the residential construction industry in the Interior if BC. We provide our members with industry representation at all levels of government and media, as well as education and promotion opportunities. See Benefits and Become a member for more information.

May I use the CHBA CI Member logo on my website or with advertising my company does?

• If you are a member in good standing, a company may use the CHBA CI member logo. For digital versions, please email [email protected] or call the office at 250-828-1844 .

When are the dinner meetings held?

• Dinner Meetings take place January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, and November. It usually is at the second Wednesday of the month. Members can sponsor a dinner meeting to promote their products or services. We normally have a featured speaker and are an excellent opportunity to network with peers and industry leaders, as well as keep up to date with residential construction issues.

Can non-members attend dinner meetings?

Non-members can attend a dinner meeting as a guest with a member of CHBA CI or if invited by the Board of Directors.