 Consultation papers posted online at tarion.com  Stakeholder roundtables throughout the province:  Builders  Homeowners  Employees

Managing Expectations Seminar

Media Relations

 Underwriting practices  Receipt and release of security  Mitigating risks to the guarantee fund Requirements for Receipt and Release of Security

We’re working with OHBA, locals and media to deliver key messages that illegal building: ◦ Puts homeowners at risk ◦ Hurts the reputation of the industry ◦ Is harmful to the local economy ◦ Costs Tarion millions of dollars in annual claims

 Builder Bulletin 19

 Condo Conversions  Mid Rise Wood Future Considerations

Builder Education Requirements  Will apply to NEW registrations processed after June 30 th, 2015  Applies to new registrants  Requirements for existing builders in development

Education Requirements – 7 Competencies  7 competencies include: 1.Business planning and management 2.Financial planning and management 3.Project management and supervision 4.Legal issues in housing 5.Building codes 6.Construction technology 7.Customer service and Tarion warranty requirements  Can be covered by one person or up to 7 different designates

Continuous Professional Development  Continuing to study the concept  Consulting with industry  Stay tuned for an announcement in early 2015