Steps/Requirements

Applicants for the CHBA BC Certified Renovation Company Certificate Program are required to meet the following requirements:

  • Employ a Certified Renovation Professional in a position of authority (e.g. supervisor, manager, lead).  This individual is responsible for completing 6 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points per year. Education or training must be completed through eligible education providers approved by BC Housing’s Licensing and Consumer Services.

Applicants must proof of the following:

  • Sample of the company’s standard renovation contract, indicating that a minimum one-year warranty on all work not covered by manufacturer’s warranties is offered.
  • Certificate of insurance indicating that they carry a minimum of $2 million liability insurance.
  • Current clearance letter from WorkSafeBC describing the status of the firm as active and in good standing.
  • Copy of the company’s safety plan.

Applicants must abide by the CHBA BC Certified Renovation Company Code of Conduct:

  • Be a member of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association at the local level.
  • Abide by all of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association’s Code of Ethics.
  • Provide clients with a detailed written contract.
  • Offer a minimum one-year warranty on all work not covered by manufacturer’s warranties.
  • Carry a minimum of $2 million liability insurance.
  • Have valid WorkSafeBC coverage.
  • Use or employ companies and trades, that carry applicable trade licences.
  • Obtain applicable building and other permits and inspections as required in the local area for which work is being undertaken.
  • Employ a Certified Renovation Professional in a position of authority who completes 6 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points per year.
  • Maintain a safe worksite.
  • Have a valid GST number.
  • Communicate with clients in a timely and professional manner.

Courses

The below courses are all required to successfully complete the CHBA BC Certified Renovation Company certificate program. Note, the Certified Renovation Company education requirements are completed by the Certified Renovation Professional employed by the company.

Online

Building Science for Renovations

Do you understand the “house-as-a-system” to design energy-efficient and green renovations and retrofits?
Learn skills and tools to incorporate green building and energy-efficient design successfully in your renovation and retrofit projects.

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Construction Law

This course will provide you with the answers to your questions about contracts, construction and project risk, liability, holdbacks and other aspects of the law as it relates to construction and building projects and protecting your business in British Columbia

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Financial Management

Learn the role of a “money manager” and how to weather economic cycles with proven systems and controls to build a more profitable business.

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eLearning
Online

Renovation Fundamentals

The goal of this course is to provide renovators like you with an introduction to the basic knowledge needed to perform your job as a business owner or manager.

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Download Program Requirements

Certification is valid for a one-year period and must be renewed on an annual basis. Standards, criteria and completion requirements are subject to change.