Residential Construction Sector Council, Prince Edward Island

Better Built House and 2005 National Building Code:

For those of you in New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland, who still require the Better Built House and 2005 National Building Code, here are a few more opportunities to get your training completed:

November 30 December 3, 2009 2005 National Building Code Miramichi, NB (Miramichi Kin Centre)

November 30 December 3, 2009 2005 National Building Code Charlottetown, PE (Dutch Inn)

November 30 December 4, 2009 Better Built House St. John's, NF (Ramada)

For more information, or to register for these courses, please contact Jennifer Howard, Continuing Education Manager, at 1-800-320-9880 or you may fax your registration to 902-450-5454. A registration form has been included in this email for your convenience.

For a copy of the registration form please contact the PEIRCSC at info@peircsc.ca

Hi Everyone: The R-2000 Builders' Workshop is being offered in PEI in November. Why don't you join our league of energy efficient builders and register today.

Energy Efficient New Home Construction Workshop

(Formerly the R-2000 Builders’ Workshop)This workshop provides the first step in becoming a licensed R-2000 Builder or a licensed EnerGuide for New Houses BuilderThis workshop will provide you with the information that you need to build a more energy efficient home. It is intended for thoseThis is a 2 Day Workshop – Cost $450, + HST – Includes All Materials & Lunch - To register for this workshop, please complete the RegistrationAll participants must be pre-registered & pre-paid!City/Town: Date Time: Language Instructor Registration Deadline

Builders who wish to become licensed R-2000 Builders, licensed EnerGuide for New Houses Builders, and for anyone who would like to learn more about energy efficient building practices.

For A Registration Form Please Contact the PEIRCSC

Moncton November 2 & 3, 2009 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. English Ian Startup October 14, 2009 (FIRM)Sponsored by: Natural Resources Canada, Offices of Energy Efficiency

Fredericton November 9 & 10, 2009 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. English Ian Startup October 14, 2009 (FIRM)

Summerside, PEI November 5 & 6, 2009 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. English Hector Doiron October 14, 2009 (FIRM)

1. The PEIRCSC teamed up with SweetSpot marketing on June 30th 2009 to present “The Secrets to Building a booming business in a busted economy”.

Points of the Seminar were…..

-    Who else wants to take their business to the next level in 2009?
-    Who wants to build a marketing system that shines in good times and bad?
-    Who wants to trust that their marketing is on the right track, preparing to deliver consistent results every single time?

How much business is your current marketing bringing in? This was a free 30 minute course so help our members see what a strategic marketing program can do for you.

For further information please contact info@peircsc.ca.

2. Safety Excellence Management

The PEIRCSC also organized a Safety Excellence Management Workshop, This provided a wide range of Health, Safety and Environmental Management tips. SEM helped participants in general rights and responsibilities on the jobsites under the act and regulations, identify hazards and controls used in residential construction. We held 2 courses in July one in Summerside and one in Charlottetown. We were very pleased with the out come of these seminars and hope to put more on like this to better inform our members.

For further information please contact info@peircsc.ca.

Four ways to become a qualified (Red Seal certified) residential construction tradesperson on PEI are: 1. Accelerated Secondary Apprenticeship Program (ASAP) 2. Holland College + Apprenticeship Training 3. Earn While You Learn – Apprenticeship Training 4. On-the-job Training (after so many years (hours) worked in the trade you can write a Challenge exam).

Apprenticeship combines on-the-job training under the supervision of a qualified tradesperson and classroom training at a training establishment. About 80% of an apprentice's training takes place on-the-job. The other 20% involves technical training provided at, or through a post-secondary training establishment - usually at Holland College or an off-Island institute. For more information, please click here.

According to the Canadian Home Builders' Association (CHBA), as of March 2007, there are 64 residential construction trades in the residential construction industry at this time. These different types of skilled tradespeople are hired by new home builders and renovators in the execution of their work. However, on PEI, there are 23 designated residential construction trades available through PEI Apprenticeship.

The following are some other specialty trades within the residential construction industry.

To study Wood Manufacturing– Cabinetmaking through Holland College, please click:
Fact Sheet for program information,
Tuition and Fees for program fees,
Application to apply.

To become a Bricklayer through PEI Apprenticeship, please click here.
To become a Concrete Finisher through PEI Apprenticeship, please click here.
To become a Flooring Covering Installer through PEI Apprenticeship, please click here.
To become a Glazier through PEI Apprenticeship, please click here.
To become an Insulator – Heat and Frost through PEI Apprenticeship, please click here.
To become an Ironworker - Generalist through PEI Apprenticeship, please click here.
To become a Lather – Interior Systems through PEI Apprenticeship, please click here.
To become a Mobile Crane Operator through PEI Apprenticeship, please click here.
To become a Painter and Decorator through PEI Apprenticeship, please click here.
To become a Partsperson through PEI Apprenticeship, please click here.
To become a Roofer through PEI Apprenticeship, please click here.
To become a Sheet Metal Worker through PEI Apprenticeship, please click here.
To become a Tilesetter through PEI Apprenticeship, please click here.
To become a Welder through PEI Apprenticeship, please click here.

"Atlantic Home Building & Renovation Sector Council (AHBRSC) represents the residential construction industry in the Atlantic Provinces by working in conjunction with the federal government's (HSRDC) and the industry itself by providing a vehicle for effective industry participation in identifying and addressing human resources issues of all sectors of the residential home building and renovation industry and by promoting increased awareness within the industry of the need for an ongoing commitment to skills development - as a key investment in its future viability."

AHBRSC – Courses & Training (are offered in partnership with the AHWP)
For more information, please click here.

"Atlantic Home Warranty Program (AHWP), a not for profit company of Atlantic homebuilders, was established in 1976 to supply peace of mind of your protected investment: your new home. Never buy a new home without it! The warranty only covers housing units constructed by a Registered Member of the Program."

"Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) administers: tax laws for the Government of Canada and for most provinces and territories; and various social and economic benefit and incentive programs delivered through the tax system."

"At PEI Career Development Services (PEICDS), Career Counselors can assess and facilitate your career development needs complemented by Career Development Practitioners who can assist you in your employment search."

"Community Business Development Corporations (CBDCs) assist in the creation of small business and in the expansion and modernization of existing businesses by providing financial and technical services to entrepreneurs."

"Construction Association of PEI (CAPEI) is a not for profit industry employer's association with objectives listed in the CAPEI Constitution and By Laws."

CAPEI – 2007 Safety Training Calendar
For more information, please click here.

"Holland College has more than 65 full-time career training programs to help you reach your goals. The curriculum for all Holland College programs is industry driven, and is practical and relevant for today's workplace. New short course offerings are added on a continuous basis."

"Island First Aid Services provides quality first aid training and products as well as St. John Ambulance programs to the general public, special groups and to PEI's work force."

Island First Aid Services – 2007 Course Schedules
For more information, please click here.

"The Office of the Employer Advisor assists PEI employers and employer associations with the statutory interpretation; application; and administration of the Workers Compensation Act and the Occupational Health and Safety Act, as well as the Workers Compensation Board of PEI policies, procedures and practices.

The Employer Advisor provides independent advice, assistance, representation and training in the areas of claims management, classifications and assessments, workplace health and safety, and appeals."

Office of the Employer Advisor – Free Presentations
For more information, please click here.

"ProfitLearn is a convenient, affordable and time-efficient way to access a whole realm of learning tools and entrepreneurial resources. ProfitLearn provides a comprehensive and state-of-the-art learning program dedicated to your business success. You’ll find advanced and introductory courses relevant, practical and custom-designed for small to medium-sized business entrepreneurs."

ProfitLearn PEI – Upcoming Courses in Your Area
For more information, please click here.

"Holland College Student Connections (SC) has promoted small business development by providing training to aspiring entrepreneurs, small business owners, and professionals involved in small business management and support. SC is emerging as an industry leader in e-business training and providing excellence in technology and small business development."

SC – Training & Consultation Services
For more information, please click here.

"Canadian Construction Association (CCA) – Gold Seal Certification Program is a national certification program for construction Project Managers, Superintendents, Estimators and Owners’ Project Managers."

"Canadian Home Builders’ Association New Brunswick (CHBA-NB) is a non-profit group of residential construction industry leaders and is the middle tier of a three tier home builders' association. At the National level it is affiliated with the Canadian Home Builders' Association (CHBA), and at the local level it is associated with four local Home Builders' Associations throughout the Province."

"R-2000 homebuilders have to earn the right to build R-2000 homes. Only builders who’ve been licensed by the Government of Canada can call themselves R-2000 builders and apply to have the homes they build certified to the R-2000 Standard."

R-2000 – How to Become an R-2000 Builder
For more information, please click here.

"The Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Institute of Canada (HRAI) is a partnership of industry sector organizations that represents Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR) manufacturers, wholesalers and contractors who provide the Canadian public with products and services for indoor comfort and essential refrigeration processes. Through SkillTech Academy's training materials and certification programs, industry members can acquire the technical competence required to design and install quality HVAC systems that meet the appropriate code requirements."