Year
2009
Number
B163
Sponsor(s)
Grand Forks
WHEREAS the Government of Canada has offered a tax credit for home renovations: THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the provincial government be requested to research and develop a checklist for home renovation consumers, with the view of protecting them from contractors.
Provincial Response
Ministry of Housing Social Development In addition to offering the Home Renovation Tax Credit, the federal government has also posted information online to guide homeowners through the renovation process. For example, the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation CMHC has a fact sheet on Hiring a Contractor at: http:www.cmhc-schl.gc.caencorenohorefashrefash009.cfm which includes a checklist.
Convention Decision
Not Considered - Automatic Referral to Executive
Executive Decision
Endorsed