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Construction Foundation BC Application Package
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Application letter
Mayor and Council
City of Langford
2nd Floor, 877 Goldstream Ave
Langford, BC V9B 2X8
RE: Application for Permissive Tax Exemption for Construction Foundation of BC
Dear Mayor and Council,
I am writing on behalf of the Construction Foundation of BC, a Registered Canadian Charity, to formally request consideration for a Permissive Tax Exemption under Section 224 of the Community Charter and in accordance with the City of Langford’s Permissive Tax Exemption Policy.
The Construction Foundation of BC recently purchased the property at 2775 Spencer Road with a vision to build The Forge – a support initiative designed by and for skilled trades people tackling the mental health and addiction crisis facing the industry through a range of recovery and wellness services tailored to the unique needs of the skilled trades community.
The Forge will offer a range of recovery and wellness services including, but not be limited to, the following:
- Peer Support - Peer support is a non-clinical, strengths-based approach where people with lived experience of mental health or substance use challenges support others going through similar experiences.
- Recovery Coaching - Our integrated model combines lived experience, professional expertise, and community-based care to support every stage of the recovery journey.
- Clinical Counselling - Through trusted partnerships, workers will be able to have access to mental health professionals who understand the specific pressures faced in the trades.
The Forge services and community benefit
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- Mental Health & Wellness Education - We will offer a range of workshops and educational sessions tailored to the trades industry, covering topics like stress management, emotional resilience, burnout prevention, and navigating the recovery process.
- Community Connection - The FORGE community will foster connection through regular meetups, recovery groups, and peer-led gatherings. Our Clubhouse space will offer a welcoming environment where people can connect, recharge, and build relationships rooted in shared experience and mutual support.
Our organization meets the eligibility criteria outlined in the City’s policy, including:
- Operating as a nonprofit entity in good standing
- Providing services that deliver demonstrable community benefit
- Ensuring that the property is used primarily for activities that support our charitable or community-focused mandate
A permissive tax exemption would significantly strengthen our ability to continue delivering these programs. The savings realized would be reinvested directly into community services, allowing us to expand our reach and enhance the support we provide to Langford residents.
We appreciate Council’s consideration of our application and welcome the opportunity to provide any additional information that may assist in your review. The Construction Foundation of BC remains committed to contributing positively to the social, cultural, and economic well-being of the City of Langford.
Thank you for your time and thoughtful consideration.
Sincerely,
Abigail Fulton, B.A., LL.B.
Executive Director
Permissive Tax Exemption application
Date: January 12, 2026
Name of Organization: CONSTRUCTION FOUNDATION OF BC (2012) SOCIETY
Society Number: S-0059476
Address: 215-963 LANGFORD PARKWAY, VICTORIA, BC, V9B 0A5
Contact Person
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | ABIGAIL FULTON |
| Position | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR |
| Phone Number | 250-220-5861 |
| Email address | abigail@cfbc.ca |
Service to the Public (check applicable)
- Langford residents only
- Regional
Eligibility criteria
A. Organization type
- Municipality, regional district or other local authority
- Organization eligible under s.220 of the Community Charter (e.g. place of public worship, cemetery, library, seniors’ home etc.)
- Athletic or service club/association
- Partner of the municipality by agreement
B. Community benefits
- Provides recreation facilities for public use
- Provides recreation programs to the public
- Provides programs to and/or facilities used by youth, seniors or special needs groups
- Promotes economic development or tourism
- Preserves an environmentally or ecologically significant area of the community
- Offers cultural or educational programs to the public which promote community spirit, cohesiveness and/or tolerance
- Offers services to the public in formal partnership with the municipality
- Offers affordable workforce rental housing under a Housing Agreement with the municipality
C. Subject property must be one of
- Land or improvements, or both, owned or held by an entity described in A (above)
- Land or improvements, or both, ancillary to a statutory exemption (e.g. place of public worship, cemetery, library, seniors’ home etc.)
Programs, services, and benefits
- Detailed description of the programs, services, and benefits delivered by your organization at 2775 SPENCER RD (location)
Please include the following in your description:
- number of participants
- hours of work completed by volunteers
- identify populations of specific needs groups benefitting from the service(s) provided
- evidence of other funding sources, if any
The application period for Permissive Tax Exemptions will be open from January 1st to June 30th each year.
Applications that are incomplete or received after the June 30th deadline will not be considered.
Council will consider Permissive Tax Exemption applications received on an annual basis.
As outlined in the Community Charter, a Permissive Tax Exemption bylaw does not apply to taxation in a calendar year unless it comes into force on or before October 31st in the preceding year.
By submitting this application, the applicant organization agrees to abide by all statutes, regulations, bylaws, and policies which may be applicable, including:
- informing the City of eligibility changes, including a change in the use of the Property during the period in which the Permissive Tax Exemption is in effect.
- informing the City of changes to the subject property’s legal description.
Signature: [signed]
Date: January 19/2026
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