 Newsletters
2011 | 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | 2003
2011
Spring 2011 (PDF) - This issue features articles on the role FNNBOA plays to help build better First Nations communities, an excellent President’s Message on the often substandard treatment First Nations housing gets in terms of quality of materials, an Eagle’s Eye on Housing focused on community planning materials for First Nations communities, a “Join our network!” message from the First Nations National Housing Managers Association (FNNHMA), and a case study on the Tsuu T’ina Nation Building Process.
2010
Winter 2010 (PDF) - This issue features stories on “An Integrated Approach to Improving Housing Conditions”, the President's Message on Community Comprehensive Planning, ACTC Deck Design and Construction Guide—An interview with author Glen Hartz, Eagle’s Eye on Housing: Mould Awareness Materials for First Nations Communities and an overview on "Universal Design"
Spring 2010 (PDF) - In this issue, we look at the change in construction materials over the years, a look at the CEAP program, the differences in compliance in First Nations communities - INAC vs. CMHC vs. NBCC and Eagle’s Eye on Housing looks at fall prevention and embodied energy.
2009
Winter 2009 (PDF) - This issue addresses “Qualification vs Certification” for home inspectors, common missed maintenance items, the assessment of renovation projects, an update on FNNBOA activities and a member profile of Durwin Chartrand.
Spring 2009 (PDF) - Our most thought provoking issue to date. Topics include: Having Jurisdiction and Building Homes: Who is Responsible?; Insurance in First Nations Communities; Errors & Omission Insurance—Challenges Facing FNs; and Authority Having Jurisdiction: Exercise Your Powers Via By-laws.
2008
Fall 2008 (PDF) - This jam-packed issue includes: information on CMHC’s “Basic Home Maintenance” course; the FNNBOA President’s Message; in update on FNNBOA’s activities over the past year; an AGM update; an Eagle’s Eye story on ventilation; information on FNNBOA’s Building Permits program; an article on CMHC and the Aboriginal Firefighter Association of Canada’s manual and DVD “Fire Prevention in Aboriginal Communities”; and a profile on FNNBOA member Tracy Howse of Conne River, Newfoundland.
Spring 2008 (PDF) - This is our biggest newsletter yet - 12 pages! Articles include: “Hire a First Nations Building Officer (FNBO)”; Health Housing Awareness Session; Constructing Better Homes with Building Permits; an update from the Saskatchewan region; Eagle’s Eye on Housing “Fabric Forming”; plus profiles and the revised technical qualifications for housing inspectors under contract to CMHC.
2007
Winter 2007 (PDF) - Stories include information on the FN Marketing Housing Fund criteria, several Eagle’s Eye on Housing articles, an update on the recent AGM and profiles of Vince Genereaux, Dan Butler and Alex Mirhady.
Spring 2007 (PDF) - The Spring 2007 issue of Building Better includes articles on FNNBOA’s internship programs, online training and certified members, plus several new member profiles, and much more. Also, there is a notice about our switch to digital delivery online. Check the above link for more information.
2006
Fall 2006 (PDF - version français) - The fall 2006 issue brings with it a fresh look that’s easier to read. Topics in this issue include stories on governance and housing bylaws, objective-based codes, on-line training and several FNNBOA member profiles. Additionally, Eagle Eyes on Housing looks at indoor air quality and crawl spaces.
Spring 2006 (PDF - version français)- The spring edition features profiles of FNNBOA members, the new Eagle’s Eye segments, and much much more.
2005
Spring 2005 (PDF - version français) - Our second edition features details on FNNBOA events, FNNBOA’s new Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics, information on the new Certification Council and much more.
2004
2003
Summer 2003 (PDF) - Welcome to our premiere issue of the FNNBOA News, which will be published and sent to all First Nations building officers. In our inaugural issue you will find a bit of background on what's been happening with your organization and equally as important, what will be happening in the coming months. We briefly cover some of our recent milestones of which there are many, as can be expected for a developing organization like the First Nations National Building Officers Association.
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