HAVAN | November 13, 2025
Measure Twice, Cut Once –Feature Episodes Spotlight Housing Supply, Building Science, Financing, and Environmental Stewardship.
This fall, HAVAN podcast Measure Twice, Cut Once delivers again with high-impact episodes focused on the issues shaping homebuilding in Metro Vancouver. From housing supply pressures to high-performance windows, construction financing, and deconstruction, industry leaders shared insight, solutions, and direction for families, builders, and policymakers.
These conversations continue to gain strong engagement across HAVAN channels, offering practical guidance during a moment of rising costs, evolving regulations, and record public interest in housing. A sample of trending and new episodes:
Episode 81 — Bringing New Housing to Market with Brad Jones, Chief Development Officer, Wesgroup Properties, hosted by HAVAN CEO Wendy McNeil
Metro Vancouver’s housing supply challenges take centre stage in this transparent discussion on project viability, fees, layered approvals, and the work required to restore balance.
Quote: “The housing crisis is a choice,” says Brad Jones. “Every fee, policy, and delay adds up. Alignment across government and industry is essential for delivery.”
Listen: havan.ca/episode-81-bringing-new-housing-to-market
Episode 82 — Windows, Mechanical Systems, and Integrated Design with guests Mark Rosen (Building Knowledge Canada) and Alfred Jury (Euroline Windows), hosted by HAVAN CEO Wendy McNeil
A focused look at the role of windows and mechanical systems in comfort, health, and long-term performance. The episode highlights the importance of integrated design and the shift toward high-efficiency solutions.
Quote: “Knowledge drives better decisions,” says Alfred Jury. “When systems work together, the home stays comfortable, efficient, and durable.”
Listen: havan.ca/episode-82-rightsizing-for-your-home-mechanical-windows/
Episode 85 — Construction Financing with Alisa Aragon-Lloyd, CEO, Bridgestone Financing Pros, co-hosted by Mike Freedmand and Jennifer-Lee Gunson
Alisa breaks down the steps behind construction mortgages, including permits, draw schedules, lender expectations, and the first draw that sets the tone for everything that follows.
Quote: “The land draw sets the project up for success. Structure it right from the start to protect timelines and budgets,” says Aragon-Lloyd.
Listen: havan.ca/episode-85-construction-financing
Episode 86 — Deconstruction & Net-Zero featuring Todd Best (Best Builders) and Eric Serpas Ventura (Vema Deconstruction), co-hosted by Mike Freedmand and Jennifer-Lee Gunson
A deep look at how deconstruction preserves materials, lowers landfill waste, and supports net-zero goals through reuse and smarter planning. The 1908 heritage-to-net-zero project showcases what is possible.
Quote: “When each person does their part a little better, the outcome shifts,” says Eric Serpas Ventura. “Early planning protects materials and strengthens results for homeowners.”
Listen: https://havan.ca/episode-86-1908-to-net-zero-deconstruction/
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