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2011

Health Canada Survey of Radon in Canadian Homes (PDF) - Health Canada recently completed the analysis of the data from the first year of the Cross-Canada Survey of Radon Concentrations in Homes. This is a two year project to gather long-term (3-month or longer) indoor radon measurement results from across Canada. The goal of this study is to get a better understanding of radon levels so that we can better inform and help protect Canadians from the risks of long term radon exposure.

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2009

A Guide to Residential Wood Heating - Heating with wood can be challenging because it takes more active involvement than with other heating systems. Special knowledge and skills are also needed to successfully use this hands-on home heating option. If you heat with wood or are considering doing so, this comprehensive guide will provide you with the information you need to make sure your wood heat system is safe and efficient. You will also find helpful tips on how to effectively operate and maintain it.(© CMHC 2008) Download “A Guide to Residential Wood Heating”

2008

Fire Prevention in Aboriginal Communities – Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) offers a free manual and DVD to assist volunteer firefighters, housing managers and Aboriginal communities in their fire prevention efforts. The manual consists of ten case studies, each describing the efforts of a particular community concerning issues such as candle safety, chimney maintenance and arson prevention. Developed with the collaboration of the Aboriginal Firefighters Association of Canada (AFAC), the 20 minute DVD addresses the common causes of house fires in Aboriginal communities and suggests how to prevent them.

Greening the BC Building Code

• On April 15, 2008, Minister responsible for Housing Rich Coleman announced that new Building Code requirements to increase energy and water efficiency would come into effect on September 5, 2008. These first steps in Greening the B.C. Building Code support the province's Throne Speech commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions related to buildings and construction. The new requirements have been developed in consultation with industry, local governments and the public:
• Energy Efficiency Requirements for Single Family Houses and Smaller Multi-Family Residential, Commercial and Industrial Buildings
• Insulation standards for houses and multi-family residential buildings under five stories have changed. There are new insulation standards for small commercial and industrial buildings.
• For housing, builders can choose to achieve an EnerGuide rating of 77 as an alternative to meeting the insulation requirements.
• Energy Efficiency Requirements for High-Rise Multi-Family Residential Buildings and Larger Industrial, Commercial and Institutional Buildings
• Larger buildings must meet the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Engineers 90.1(2004) standard. ASHRAE 90.1 is an internationally recognized standard for energy efficiency in buildings.
• Water Efficiency Requirements - Ultra low-flow toilets (6 L) and other water-saving plumbing fixtures and fittings will become mandatory in new construction and renovations.”
• More information on the inclusion of a Part 10 into the Building codes which come into force in British Columbia on September 5th, 2008 and have an impact on those First Nation’s in British Columbia who have adopted the BC Building Codes are available here: http://www.housing.gov.bc.ca/building/green/index.htm 

2007

Seventh Report for the Standing Committee on Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development - Recommendations of this report include “comprehensive measures for capacity-building within Aboriginal communities in areas of construction and maintenance”

2006

First Nations Occupational Standards Document (PDF) - This document has been developed by industry professionals and describes the skills, knowledge and abilities required to perform the duties of a First Nations Building Officer (FNBO). Occupational standards can be used for a variety of purposes, and may form the basis for training, curriculum development, accreditation of training programs, recruitment, performance improvement, career development and the certification of practitioners.

2005

FNNBOA November 2005 Senate Presentation

FNNBOA Senate Presentation (PDF) - Original presentation document presented to the Standing Senate Committee on Aboriginal People.

Proceedings of the Standing Senate Committee on Aboriginal Peoples (PDF) - Presentation summary/transcript.

2004

The November 24-25, 2004 Sectoral Follow-up Session on Housing was the fourth in a series of sessions intended to fulfill the commitment made by Prime Minister Paul Martin at the conclusion of the April 19, 2004. Canada-Aboriginal Peoples Roundtable on Strengthening the Relationship.

2003

Report of the Auditor General of Canada - Management of Programs for First Nations - May 2003 (PDF)

General

CMHC Policy and Research Division's Electronic Newsletters - The Policy and Research Division issues two electronic newsletters which may be of interest to you.

The Housing Technology E-Newsletter - Learn about CMHC's latest research findings and events. Topics include building envelope, moisture management, indoor air quality, building operation, residential water use and much, much, more.

The Housing Research E-newsletter - Stay up-to-date with the latest socio-economic housing research findings and events. Topics include sustainable community planning; improving housing market effectiveness, housing and population health, updates on household and housing conditions and trends, and housing solutions for "at risk" groups such as persons with disabilities, seniors, Aboriginals, immigrants, low-income Canadians and the homeless and more.

These newsletters are available free of charge to any external clients.

Case Studies of Major Home Energy Retrofits - New annual housing starts in Canada in recent years represent less than 2 per cent of the existing housing stock. If Canada addresses the energy consumption of new dwellings only, it will not achieve the greenhouse gas emissions targets of the Kyoto Accord. This project was designed to produce clear and demonstrable energy savings in existing housing through energy retrofitting so that these houses could be used as benchmarks for energy savings. The general target was that the post-retrofit house energy consumption, from all sources, should be at least 40 per cent lower than the pre-retrofit levels.

Housing and Health - Health Canada, First Nations and Inuit Health Branch (PDF)- The First Nations and Inuit Health Branch (FNIHB) contributes to the protection and promotion of the health and well-being of  people living in First Nations communities south of 60° parallel through inspections and providing advice to occupants and community administration.