Urban Development Institute Annual Report 2023-2024

The Urban Development Institute's 2023-2024 Annual Report reflects a year of dynamic change and dedicated advocacy. This report showcases UDI's proactive engagement with government actions at both provincial and federal levels, focusing on shaping a supportive development landscape. Key achievements include intensive work on five new pieces of Provincial housing legislation, effective collaboration with municipal partners, and the expansion of Federal advocacy efforts to address the housing crisis. Furthermore, the report highlights continued membership growth and details the extensive programming tailored to members for ongoing connection and education within the industry.

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UDI Annual Report 2023-2024

OVERVIEW

The Capital Region is excited to showcase the wide range of events and educational

opportunities that have enriched our community throughout the past year. Our members

have enjoyed insightful lunches with prominent speakers, engaging social gatherings,

and numerous chances to connect and collaborate with fellow industry associates.

LUNCHES

• April 25, 2023 – Honourable Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Housing

• September 12, 2023 – Mayoral Milestones

• October 10, 2023 – Rennie Market Update

• February 23, 2024 – 2024 Market Forecast

SOCIAL EVENTS

• April 12, 2023 – WUDI Book Club: The Feminist City

• May 1, 2023 – WUDI Golf Lessons

• May 4, 2023 – U40 Spring Social

• May 8, 2023 – WUDI Golf Lessons

• May 15, 2023 – WUDI Golf Lessons

• May 25, 2023 – UDI Capital Region Annual Golf Tournament

• May 29, 2023 – WUDI Golf Lessons

• June 7, 2023 – Greater Victoria Development Tour

• June 22, 2023 – WUDI Karaoke Night

• July 20, 2023 – U40 Lawn Bowling Social

• August 10, 2023 – Summer Social

• September 20-25, 2023 – Out of Town

Development Tour: Nashville, TN.

• November 22, 2023 – U40 Fall Social

• December 7, 2023 – Christmas Reception

• February 21, 2024 – Celebrating Women with WUDI

• March 14, 2024 – U40 Speaker Series with Lauren Antifeau

EDUCATIONAL CONTENT

• Real Estate Development Management Program 2022-2023

• April 6, 13, 20, 2023 – Community Relations

• May 4, 11, 18, 2023 – Marketing, Sales,

and Leasing/Intro to Construction 101

• Real Estate Development Management Program 2023-2024

• September 14, 21, 28, 2023 – Introduction to Pro Formas

• October 12, 19, 26, 2023 – Securing Land

• November 16, 23, 30, 2023 – Concept Development

• December 7, 14, 21, 2023 – Managing Project Financing

• January 11, 18, 25, 2024 – Law and Development

• February 8, 15, 22, 2024 – Planning and Approvals

• March 7, 14, 21, 2024 – Technical Studies

• Understanding Development Realities – Elected Officials Course

• June 19, 2023 – Parking with Purpose, with WATT Consulting

• January 30, 2024 – Building Together: Non-profit

Partnerships with Wiser Projects

EVENTS

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