A SPECIAL REPORT FROM THE 
B.C. HOUSING
INDUSTRY

In a Special Housing Report, we will walk through construction sites to put a face to the workers at the ground level, to those who craft the blue-prints, to those whose vision begins it all.

We will profile planners and inspectors, designers and developers, architects and engineers in short, the prime players.

We will report on the homeowner groups, the Urban Development Institute, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp., and warranty providers, to learn what their programs provide and how they differ from those of the past.

For a glimpse into the future, we'll talk to realtors, economists, and demographers. By 2040, projections show that Metropolitan Vancouver's population will grow by 80 per cent, from almost 2.3 million at the beginning of the new millennium to close to 4.1 million. The need to accommodate an average of 44,400 additional persons per year will significantly affect housing demand.

Through this comprehensive study of one of B.C.'s key industries, we aim to give you, the consumer, access to the resources and information you will need to buy a home with confidence. Look for Better Buildings for British Columbians: A Special Report brought to you by the B.C. Housing Industry.