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National Value
National Value Sharable News from CHBA National Do you send out a newsletter or update your website regularly? If you’re not already, consider adding some content from CHBA National. In additional to sharing member benefits and opportunities, it helps strengthen the link between your members and the national level of the association, creating added…
Read MoreMembership Reporting
Membership Reporting How does reporting to the National Office work? There are two parts to membership reporting to CHBA: Membership Data Updates and Membership Remittance Forms. Providing CHBA with timely and accurate member data means that the full offerings of the association – e-publications, industry alerts, webinars, and other communications – are accessible to your members. It also ensures that they can participate actively in programs and events, such…
Read MoreConsultations
Consultations The federal government continues to hold public consultations on a number of topics related to housing. As per CHBA advocacy, the federal government acknowledged that every level of government affects housing, and has committed to a coordinated, Federal‐Provincial‐Municipal approach to developing housing policy. This reflects how CHBA has always approached housing issues. The following…
Read MoreHow the 3 Levels Work For You
How the 3 Levels Work For You The Canadian Home Builders’ Association is “the voice of Canada’s residential construction industry,” and our members are the industry’s leaders from coast to coast. As a three-level organization, when you join your local Home Builders’ Association, your become part of our strong collective voice locally, provincially and nationally –…
Read MoreSpring Maintenance Inspection – A DIYer’s to-do list to protect your home
Spring Maintenance Inspection – A DIYer’s to-do list to protect your home Every year we look forward to spring. Until the snow melts and leaks into your home or unveils some other unsightly mess. But there are a few simple steps a homeowner can take to perform an inspection and prevent damage before it occurs.…
Read MoreWhy Net Zero Homes are healthier and more comfortable
Why Net Zero Homes are healthier and more comfortable Good Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) and Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) are both key to a healthier and more comfortable living experience. On top of being far more energy efficient than conventional homes, Net Zero Homes provide exceptional IAQ and IEQ for greater wellness and comfort. In this post,…
Read MoreRenovating Your Home for Energy Efficiency: Explained
Renovating Your Home for Energy Efficiency: Explained What is an energy efficiency renovation? An energy efficiency renovation improves the energy performance of your existing home. Undertaking an energy efficiency renovation on your home is an investment that delivers a multitude of benefits that you will enjoy immediately, and it can also increase the value of…
Read MoreBuildForce Canada Residential Construction Labour Market Forecast Shows Growing Career Opportunities
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…
Read MoreCommunity Development Trends Transforming The New Decade
Community Development Trends Transforming The New Decade Today, a master-planned community development offers a beautiful balance between nature, homes, shops and amenities. Thanks to this years finalists, residents are finding themselves in vibrant up-and-coming, sustainable neighborhoods with acres of green space to enjoy the outdoors or relax and watch the sunset. “Whether you prefer to…
Read MoreBuildForce Canada Affirms Huge Career Opportunities in Residential Construction
BuildForce Canada Affirms Huge Career Opportunities in Residential Construction Ottawa, ON – April 23, 2018 – 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. “BuildForce estimates that our industry will need to…
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