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Tricar Group invests $50,000 into Home for Good Campaign in Guelph
Tricar Group invests $50,000 into Home for Good Campaign in Guelph Tricar Group, a member of Guelph and District HBA, is committed to their community. They recently gifted $50,000 to Guelph’s Home for Good Campaign, which is delivered jointly by The Guelph Community Foundation, Guelph & Wellington Task Force for Poverty Elimination, and United Way Guelph Wellington…
Genesis Builders Group packs healthy lunches for kids experiencing food insecurity
Genesis Builders Group packs healthy lunches for kids experiencing food insecurity Beyond address housing affordability in their region, BILD Calgary member Genesis Builders Group took steps to address the widespread challenge of food affordability faced by parents, guardians, and caretakers in their community. On two separate occasions, Genesis volunteers rolled up their sleeves and passionately dedicated their time to…
Net Zero Renovations: Improving the Energy Efficiency of Canada’s Existing Homes
Net Zero Renovations: Improving the Energy Efficiency of Canada’s Existing Homes Canada has committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050. But the country won’t be able to get there without significant energy efficiency improvements to Canada’s existing homes. Although new construction homes are often built to much higher energy performance standards than the homes…
Navigating the Purchase Contract: A Guide for Homebuyers
Navigating the Purchase Contract: A Guide for Homebuyers Entering the world of real estate as a homebuyer can be both exhilarating and daunting, and a key milestone in the journey towards homeownership is signing a purchase contract. This document, dense with legal terminology and intricate details, is the blueprint of your purchase, outlining the rights…
Solmar Development Corporation donates $15 million to St. Catharines hospital
Solmar Development Corporation donates $15 million to St. Catharines hospital Niagara HBA member Solmar Development Corp. made a heartfelt contribution into the Niagara region with a donation of $15 million to the St. Catharines hospital. The large financial gift, which was presented to the hospital by Angela Marotta and Melissa Marotta-Paolicelli, sisters of the family-owned development corporation, will…
Creating a Home for Life: Tips on Renovating for Aging in Place
Creating a Home for Life: Tips on Renovating for Aging in Place Did you know that nearly 90% of Canadians wish to stay in their homes for as long as possible? As we age, our mobility and physical abilities can change, making it challenging to navigate our homes. But there are adaptations you can make…
Buying New? Consider a Net Zero Home
Buying New? Consider a Net Zero Home Energy efficiency has quickly become a top consideration for new home buyers. In fact, CHBA’s Home Buyer Preference Survey shows that energy efficiency features like high-efficiency appliances and windows are frequently among the top 10 features homeowners are looking for in their homes year-over-year. This has led to a growing…
Top 9 Myths About Net Zero Homes in Canada
Top 9 Myths About Net Zero Homes in Canada As the energy efficiency of homes becomes a higher priority for Canadians, many are trying to decide if a Net Zero Home is right for them. With the ease of information sharing these days, there are also a lot of myths about these high-performance homes. As a result,…
How do I get started? The pathway into residential construction
How do I get started? The pathway into residential construction Working in the residential construction industry is a rewarding and fulfilling career. Building and renovating homes provides a sense of accomplishment at the end of each day when you can see the work you’ve done. If you’re interested in pursuing a career in construction, here…