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CHBA Fraser Valley Boot Bank helps students step into careers in residential construction
CHBA Fraser Valley Boot Bank helps students step into careers in residential construction CHBA Fraser Valley (CHBA FV) found a practical way to open doors for young people looking to access careers in residential construction through its lending Boot Bank. Started after a secondary school asked for spare steel-toed boots for a field trip, the…
Watercolour Westport Brings Net Zero Homebuilding to Cottage Country
Watercolour Westport Brings Net Zero Homebuilding to Cottage Country At the 2026 CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence, “Watercolour Westport” by Land Ark Homes won the award for Best Production Net Zero Home, sponsored by Panasonic. Starting with the end in mind, Land Ark set out to build a legacy community that would be a role model for builders across Canada.…
Setting the Standard: The Church Residence Wins Canada’s First-Ever Best Adaptiv Home Award
Setting the Standard: The Church Residence Wins Canada’s First-Ever Best Adaptiv Home Award When the Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) introduced the Best Adaptiv Home category as part of the National Awards for Housing Excellence, the intention was clear: to recognize projects that go beyond accessibility checklists and thoughtfully design for real lives, real change, and…
BILD Central Alberta members collect winter gear for Red Deer’s most vulnerable
BILD Central Alberta members collect winter gear for Red Deer’s most vulnerable Members of BILD Central Alberta (BILD-CA) showed strong community spirit by stepping up for SPARC Red Deer’s Paint the Town Positive: Winter Warm-Up campaign. Donations collected by BILD-CA volunteers quickly filled a truck bed with mittens, toques, socks and winter gear for vulnerable…
The 2026 Big 3: Celebrating Standout Success at the CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence
The 2026 Big 3: Celebrating Standout Success at the CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence Every year, the CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence shines a spotlight on the very best in Canadian new home construction, renovation, community development and residential marketing. In March, finalists were named in 49 categories that capture the full breadth of market-rate homes…
A Closer Look at Hasler Homes’ Nationally Recognized Net Zero Home
A Closer Look at Hasler Homes’ Nationally Recognized Net Zero Home When Hasler Homes Ltd. won the Best Custom or Renovated Net Zero Home award in the 2026 CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence, the recognition was very personal for Founder and CEO Greg Hasler. The winning project, “Net Zero Lifestyle,” is his own family home. Winning Net…
Founder of Richcraft Homes donates $20M to the Ottawa Hospital Foundation
Founder of Richcraft Homes donates $20M to the Ottawa Hospital Foundation When Kris Singhal arrived in Ottawa from Delhi with two suitcases in hand, he brought values that would shape a lifetime of community impact. In 1983, he founded Richcraft Homes, a member of Greater Ottawa Home Builders’ Association (GOHBA), building thriving neighbourhoods while giving back…
Maximize Your Paycheck, Minimize Your Loans: Why Careers in Residential Construction Make Sense
Maximize Your Paycheck, Minimize Your Loans: Why Careers in Residential Construction Make Sense When people think about high-paying careers, they often picture years of university, massive student loans, and a long wait before earning a real paycheck. But what if you could start earning sooner, avoid crushing debt, and still build a rewarding, well-paying career?…
How Windows Can Transform Your Home’s Comfort, Efficiency, and Energy Costs
How Windows Can Transform Your Home’s Comfort, Efficiency, and Energy Costs Your home’s windows are more than just a design feature: they play a critical role in how it feels and performs every day. From maintaining indoor temperatures to managing energy use and protecting against the elements, the right windows can make a noticeable difference…