Modular Housing Summit 2025 : Modular Housing Association of BC

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Don't miss out on the standardization of modular, efficient building processes! Discover how municipalities are embracing modular construction as a cornerstone of their communities. Following the success of the 2024 Summit—with incredible speakers, groundbreaking insights, and unmatched networking opportunities—we’re raising the bar even higher in 2025. Last year sold out—don’t miss your chance this year! Secure your spot early to guarantee your place at this highly anticipated, sold-out experience.

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Modular Summit 2025

Shaping the Future of Modular Standardization

Connect with industry leaders, innovators, and experts over two exciting days of dynamic presentations, informative exhibitor displays, and enriching workshops designed to expand your knowledge.

This year’s conference will explore the latest advancements, best practices, and regulatory developments shaping the future of modular construction. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and drive the industry forward.

Esteemed Speakers

Bryan Yu

Chief Economist

Through his engaging economics reports Bryan has become Central 1’s local celebrity, with his work featured by various media outlets including the Globe and Mail, BNN, Bloomberg and BC Business. He authors many of the Central 1’s flagship research reports and weekly notes for clients and the public. Yu is vice-president of the Canadian Association for Business Economics and a director of the BC Paraplegic Foundation.

Gord Rattray

Retired Executive Director, MHABC

Gord worked in the BC forest industry from 1975 to 2003, eventually serving as General Manager of the Cariboo Lumber Manufacturers Association. He gained extensive experience in forestry, engineering, and non-profit management, with a strong understanding of small communities and private sector contributions to local economies. Afterward, he founded a consulting firm focusing on finance and marketing for non-profits. In 2011, Gord became Executive Director of the Manufactured Housing Association of BC, leading the organization until 2023, when he entered semi-retirement but returned in an acting capacity due to restructuring.

Paul Binotto - Director Modular BC

Adviser on the MHABC Board of Directors & Lead of the Provincial Modular Advocacy Program

Paul has a history in modular construction and is a strong advocate and driving force for the increased development of the BC Factory modular industry and more manufacturing jobs. He is past president and co-founder of My Lane Home Inc., an organization focused on modular infill, multi-generational, and affordable housing. Paul is also the Directory of Strategy and Business development, Guillevin International where he leads the clean energy solutions program.

Paul has worked with various cities and planning professionals across the province to help further develop their infill programs, create industry partnerships, and establish Modular Best Practices. Paul is also an adviser to the Manufacturing Housing Association of British Columbia board of directors and leads the Provincial Modular Advocacy Program

Laura Kershaw

Account Manager, Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation

Laura Kershaw is an Account Manager with CMHC in the British Columbia Okanagan Region. In this role, Laura is responsible to provide training to all mortgage professionals on all forms of mortgage financing including the financing of manufactured homes. Laura has over 20 years experience as a housing industry specialist and at CMHC she is regarded as the subject matter expert on manufactured home lending and insurance. During her 12 years with CMHC, Laura has partnered with MHABC on many educational events related to the financing of manufactured homes.

Steve Arnold

BES Building Energy Solutions – Principal Head of Operations

For over 25 years, Steve has worked with clients to deliver cost-effective, sustainable mechanical engineering solutions. His experience is drawn from his work in both Europe and North America.

Steve is also proud to conduct training on behalf of FortisBC and CLEAResult, leveraging his experience providing research, development and measurement and verification on new emerging technologies.

Steve is a Professional Licensee in Engineering, certified measurement and verification professional and Member of ASHRAE.

Ben Nishi

Manager, Commercial Accounts

Ben manages an energy portfolio for commercial, institutional and public sector customers that includes natural gas, electricity, propane, renewable gases, and energy efficiency programs.

Agenda At a Glance

Monday, May 5, 2025

10:00am – Gerry Brown Golf Memorial Tournament (Fairview Mountain Golf Club)
6:30pm – BC Modular Housing Summit Welcome Social (Penticton Lakeside Resort & Conference Centre)

Tuesday, May 6, 2025

7:30am - 8:30am – Summit Breakfast Buffet
8:30am - 8:45am – Summit Sessions Opening Remarks/Welcome Remarks
8:45am - 9:15am - Session #1 - Modular BC Program and the 2025 Launch of the Province Wide Modular Standardization Design Package - Growing our Industry, This is Where We are Going - Presented by: Paul Binotto, Modular BC/MHABC Advisor - Provincial Advocacy/Steering Committee Program & Gord Rattray, Modular BC
9:15am - 9:45am - Coffee Break/Networking/Trade Show Visitation
9:45am - 10:45am - Concurrent Session #2A - Launch of the Modular Permitting and Inspection Guide and Check-list
9:45am - 10:45am - Concurrent Session #2B - Economic Forcast - A Look into Modular's Increasing Demand Presented by: Bryan Yu, Central 1 Credit Union
10:45am - 11:15am - Coffee Break/Networking/Trade Show Visitation
11:15am - 12:15pm - Concurrent Session #3A - The Future is Modular - Burnaby Pilot Project Review Presented by: James Lota, City of Burnaby & NRC Representative
11:15am - 12:15pm - Concurrent Session #3B - Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation Briefing, Presented by: Laura Kershaw, CMHC
12:00pm - 1:15pm - Luncheon/Innovations Awards Overview/Guest Speaker
1:15pm - 1:45pm - Session #4A - The Flow and Economics of the Energy Landscape, Presented by: Ben Nishi, FortisBC
1:15pm - 1:45pm - Session #4B - Addressing Indigenous Housing Needs, Presented by: TBD
1:45pm - 2:15pm - Coffee Break/Networking/Trade Show Visitation
2:15pm - 3:15pm - PANEL SESSION
6:00pm - 7:00pm - Presidents' Banquet Reception/Raffles
7:00pm to 11:00pm - Presidents' Banquet/Entertainment

Wednesday, May 7, 2025

8:30am - 9:30am - MHABC Member Buffet Breakfast/Member Annual General Meeting
8:45am to 9:30am - Summit Buffet Breakfast
9:30am - Day 2 Welcome Address
9:40am - Session #6A - Energy in Today's Modular Buildings Presented by: Steve Arnold, BES
9:40am - Session #6B - Manufactured Home Set-Up Safe Practices - Industry Collaboration Presented by: Tami Der, WorkSafeBC
10:00am - Coffee Break/Networking/Trade Show Visitation
10:15am - Session #7 - Introduction to onRoute and Making Permitting More Efficient Presented by: CVSE Presenter
11:15am - End of Official Summit Program
11:30am - Optional Delegate Field Trip - Moduline Plant & Local Community Tour
From factory to site, see firsthand how a modular home is made, and how a factory operation works. Then continue on as we visit the finished modular homes at two separate sites. Moduline Penticton, and the City of Penticton will host this amazing firsthand tour of a Modular building from start to finish. Hear firsthand of the process, quality, and features of a Modular factory Construction. Then visit and further learn of the City of Penticton’s Journey in becoming a modular inclusive City!

*Presenter/topics subject to change without notice.

Accomodation Details

Penticton Lakeside Resort & Conference Centre – Summit Host Hotel
21 Lakeshore Drive West, Penticton, BC V2A 7M5

Resort Amenities: Complimentary Wi-Fi, pool and hot tub, gym, boutique store, business centre, EV charging stations, on-site dining, private beach and marina. Multiple room types available.
Double Queen guestrooms start from $199/night (City view) plus applicable taxes
Check-in: 4:00pm
Check-out: 11:00am
Parking: $20.00/day
Room Block Cut-Off: 5pm on March 21, 2025 (Limited quantity of rooms exist in block. Block may close early if rooms become fulfilled).
Reservations: Please call 1-800-663-9400 or email lakeside@rpbhotels.com
Group Code: MHABC

Summit Pricing

2-Day Delegate Pass – Early Bird Rate $299.00 ( Early Bird rate moves to $345.00 on March 15 2025)

Includes:

May 5 – Evening Welcome Reception
May 6 - Summit Breakfast/ Coffee-Tea/Sessions/Summit Buffet Lunch/Presidents’ Banquet
May 7 - Summit Buffet Breakfast-OR Member-Only Annual General Meeting/Coffee-Tea/Sessions/Summit Lunch/Manufacturer Plant & Community Tour

2025 Member Annual General Meeting Pass ONLY $35.00

Includes:

May 7 – Member-Only Annual General Meeting/Buffet Breakfast

Ticket Meal Ticket Add-Ons

Additional Summit Buffet Breakfast Ticket - $35.00
Additional Summit Buffet Lunch Ticket - $35.00
Presidents’ Banquet Ticket (please note these are included in all 2-Day passes) - $85.00 (Includes: 3-course plated dinner, awards, entertainment)

Additional Summit Activities

May 5 – Gerry Brown Memorial Golf Tournament (Fairview Mountain Golf Club) - $185.00
(Includes: 1x round of 18 holes, cart, drink ticket/snack voucher, BBQ burger meal, prizing)
May 6 - Partner/Spousal Wine Tour & Lunch - $165.00
(Includes: Transportation to District Wine Village, 3x wine tastings/food pairings, lunch out with group)
(Minimum 8 attendees required for tour to take place

Golf Tournament

Gerry Brown 33rd Annual Memorial Golf Tournament - $185.00/person

The 32nd Annual Gerry Brown Memorial Golf Tournament will be held at the stunning Fairview Mountain Golf Club and run as a scramble format. Come out for a fun day of networking, laughs, and little healthy competition.

Date: Monday, May 5, 2025
Location: Fairview Mountain Golf Club
Time: Foursomes will tee-off starting at 10:00am
Inclusions: MHABC will place registered players into foursomes and each player will receive 1x round of golf, cart, range access, 1x voucher for on-course snack and 1x drink, apres golf BBQ Burger meal, 1x drink, prizes.

Spousal/Partner Program

BC Modular Housing Summit Spousal/Partner Program - $165.00/person

Join fellow Summit spouses/partners on an off-site excursion to the Okanagan's newest winery destination, District Wine Village! Attendees will meet their excursion host and tour the village as they indulge in wine/food pairings learning why particular foods enhance the flavors of wine within their glass. A delicious sit-down lunch at Wards Kitchen will cap off the day. Complimentary shuttle to and from will be included.

Date: Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Location: District Wine Village
Time: 10:45am to 3:30pm
Inclusions: 3x wine/food pairings, lunch, site tour, shuttle service to/from

The MHABC would like to acknowledge that the 2025 BC Modular Housing Summit will take place upon the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Syilx People in the Okanagan Nation.