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Net Zero Home Label to Recognize Renovated Homes that Produce as Much Energy as They Consume

October 28, 2021

Net Zero Home Label to Recognize Renovated Homes that Produce as Much Energy as They Consume OTTAWA – OCTOBER 28, 2021 – The Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) today officially launched the Net Zero Home Labelling Program for Renovations. The new initiative continues CHBA’s long history in leading energy efficiency in residential construction and builds on…

Supply Chain Issues Affecting Residential Construction, Though Overall Sentiment Still Reasonably St

September 21, 2021

Supply Chain Issues Affecting Residential Construction, Though Overall Sentiment Still Reasonably Strong: Results from Q3 of CHBA Housing Market Index OTTAWA – OCTOBER 26, 2021 – High demand for housing continues to command relatively strong builder confidence, though supply chain challenges have resulted in a lower sentiment indicated for the 2021 Q3 results of the Canadian Home…

Canadian Home Builders’ Association Reacts to Declining Homeownership Rates in Canada

September 21, 2021

Canadian Home Builders’ Association Reacts to Declining Homeownership Rates in Canada OTTAWA, ON – September 21, 2022 – The Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) was not surprised today by the 2021 census numbers related to housing and homeownership. The numbers show a continued decline in homeownership rates in Canada from 69.0% in 2011, to 67.8% in…

Residential Construction Going Strong Despite Challenges: Results from Canada’s First HMI Release

August 3, 2021

Residential Construction Going Strong Despite Challenges: Results from Canada’s First Housing Market Index Release OTTAWA – AUGUST 3, 2021 – The Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) released today a ground-breaking Canadian research and economics product. CHBA’s Housing Market Index (HMI) is a residential construction industry sentiments indicator for both the single-family and multi-family markets in Canada. This informative product…

CHBA’s Economic Performance Review Shows Industry’s Resilience & Importance During Challenging Times

July 7, 2021

CHBA’s Economic Performance Review Shows Residential Construction Industry’s Resilience and Importance During Challenging Times OTTAWA, ON – JULY 7, 2020 – The Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) released today its annual report on the performance of Canada’s residential construction, outlining how despite the slowdown during the initial months of the pandemic and challenging lumber and product material prices…

2021 CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence Winners Announced

May 7, 2021

Winners Announced for the 2021 CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence OTTAWA, ON – MAY 7, 2021 – The Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) is proud to announce the winners of the 2021 CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence, a competition that recognizes excellence in new homes, renovations, community development, and residential marketing. Over 700…

BuildForce Canada Residential Construction Labour Market Forecast Shows Growing Career Opportunities

May 6, 2021

BuildForce Canada Residential Construction Labour Market Forecast Shows Growing Career Opportunities over the Next Decade Ottawa, ON – May 6, 2020 – The Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) today welcomed a new report by BuildForce Canada that affirms the tremendous career opportunities available for young women and men in the residential construction industry. The report (see Residential…

Home Renovations A Key Component of Canada’s Housing for the Future

May 5, 2021

Home Renovations A Key Component of Canada’s Housing for the Future As the housing stock in Canada ages and the needs of Canadians change, existing homes need to be updated. Renovation is a main focus for the Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) and its national committee and council volunteers who are meeting virtually this week…

CHBA Voluntarily Advancing Home Building Innovation for the Future

May 4, 2021

CHBA Voluntarily Advancing Home Building Innovation for the Future Members of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) are leaders in the residential construction and renovation industry and have a long history of voluntarily innovating for improved building innovation. During Home Building Week in Canada, participants on the Association’s national committees and councils are meeting virtually…

CHBA Kicks off Home Building Week in Canada 2021

May 3, 2021

CHBA Kicks off Home Building Week in Canada This week the Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) is celebrating its inaugural Home Building Week in Canada. Volunteer members on the National Committees and Councils will meet virtually to continue the important work of exploring innovative technologies and construction techniques for both renovation and new homes, addressing…

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