Advocacy & Government Relations

CHBA Central Interior is the voice of the residential construction industry in our region. We advocate on behalf of our members at the municipal, provincial, and federal levels of government to advance policies that support housing affordability, reduce red tape, and promote a stable and healthy building environment.

From building code changes and permit process improvements to workforce development and infrastructure investment, we work directly with elected officials and government staff to ensure our members' interests are heard.

Our advocacy work happens year-round through meetings, submissions, and formal participation in initiatives such as:

• CHBA BC Legislature Day  – Our local representatives join with other CHBA members across the province to meet with BC Ministers and MLAs to raise key housing and development concerns.

• CHBA National Day on the Hill  – CHBA CI attends this annual event in Ottawa, connecting with MPs and federal staff on national housing policy, infrastructure, skilled trades, and affordability issues.

• Local Engagements – We hold regular meetings with City of Kamloops staff, councils in our East Kootenay communities, and regional decision-makers to ensure local policies and processes align with industry needs.

By maintaining strong relationships at all three levels of government, we ensure that the voices of our builders, renovators, trades, and suppliers are part of the conversations shaping the future of housing in our communities.

Through all levels of government, our message is clear:

We need practical, collaborative solutions that support the homebuilding industry and help Canadians find a place to call home.

For more on how all levels of government can help unlock the door to homeownership, visit CHBA’s national advocacy campaign:

How Government Can Help