Giving Back
Simcoe County HBA spearheads the construction of new facility for at-risk youth
Simcoe County HBA spearheads the construction of new facility for at-risk youth Simcoe County HBA (SCHBA) is making a significant contribution to their community by spearheading the construction of a new purpose-built rental facility for Youth Haven, an organization that provides housing and outreach services to up to 300 at-risk youth annually. The existing facility, which is…
Read MoreCHBA Central Okanagan members help inspire young women to pursue trades
CHBA Central Okanagan members help inspire young women to pursue trades Recognizing the need to encourage more women to consider careers in the residential construction industry, CHBA Central Okanagan (CHBA-CO)’s Women in Construction Committee sponsored an event hosted by Okanagan College aimed at giving high school girls in grades 9-12 the opportunity to experience trades programs…
Read MoreHomes by Avi invests $500,000 for students in construction trades programs
Homes by Avi invests $500,000 for students in construction trades programs In an effort to tackle the skilled trades shortage and support the residential construction industry in their region, BILD Edmonton Metro member Homes by Avi made a five-year, $500,000 investment to support students considering post-secondary studies at Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)’s School of Construction and Building Sciences.…
Read MoreAlberta New Home Warranty Program hosts charity lawn bowling tournament to support those experiencing homelessness
Alberta New Home Warranty Program hosts charity lawn bowling tournament to support those experiencing homelessness Earlier this year, BILD Alberta member Alberta New Home Warranty Program (ANHWP) held two charity lawn bowling tournaments to celebrate the organization’s 50th anniversary. Decked out in 1974-themed attire, builder members battled on greens in Calgary on June 6 and…
Read MoreCentra Windows raises $110,000 for Ronald McDonald House Charities
Centra Windows raises $110,000 for Ronald McDonald House Charities CHBA BC member Centra Windows hosted a golf tournament for a great cause with their 24th annual Centra Cares Golf Tournament in support of Ronald McDonald House Charities. This year, the tournament raised $110,000, with $90,000 going to the Ronald McDonald House BC and Yukon and $20,000 to Ronald…
Read MoreLondon HBA and Tricar Group host a charity soccer tournament for local homelessness fund
London HBA and Tricar Group host a charity soccer tournament for local homelessness fund A fund dedicated to helping London’s homeless population received a boost from the region’s home builders. The second annual Constructors Cup, a charity soccer tournament hosted by London HBA in conjunction with Tricar Group, raised $70,000 for The Health and Homelessness…
Read MoreBILD Calgary members ride for Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta
BILD Calgary members ride for Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta Ride Through the Rockies is an annual fundraising event in support of Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta. This is the eleventh year that founder Ken Crockett, Vice President of Star Building Materials and a member of BILD Calgary Region, brought together leaders from the home building industry. Forty participants cycled…
Read MoreCentennial Homes to build four townhomes in support of Habitat for Humanity Niagara
Centennial Homes to build four townhomes in support of Habitat for Humanity Niagara Niagara HBA member Centennial Homes, and their network of suppliers and subtrades, have committed to build four townhomes in support of Habitat for Humanity Niagara. The homes, which have broken ground in Thorold, ON, will allow Habitat for Humanity Niagara to provide more affordable…
Read MoreCHBA Central Okanagan launches scholarship for women in construction-related post-secondary programs
CHBA Central Okanagan launches scholarship for women in construction-related post-secondary programs As part of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association Central Okanagan’s (CHBA-CO) unwavering commitment to empowering women in the residential construction industry, the HBA has created a scholarship to help women pursuing construction-related post-secondary programs in the Okanagan. Launched by CHBA-CO’s Women in Construction Committee, the $2,000…
Read MoreLogel Homes builds new community hub to support unhoused individuals
Logel Homes builds new community hub to support unhoused individuals BILD Calgary member Logel Homes partnered with McMan Youth, Family, and Community Services Association of Calgary & Area to build a new community hub in their 27-unit transitional housing development, The James House. The James House was built in 2018 by Logel Homes in partnership with Cardel Homes, the Resolve…
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