When choosing their next project, developers have the option of converting an existing building to condominium instead of undertaking a completely new build. For example, many loft-style condominiums are the result of an existing commercial or industrial building converted for residential use.
The Residential Construction Council of Ontario (RESCON) wants all industry employers, contractors and subs to make sure they have naloxone kits available and ready to be deployed on worksites.
Now that summer approaches, and the sense of everything anew is upon us, this is a good time for builders to also do a little spring cleaning.
Members of the homebuilding industry and related sectors enjoyed sunshine and comradery on June 7 during the eighth annual Builder Baseball tournament at Richmond Green in Richmond Hill.
CHBA just wrapped up its annual Day on the Hill, which saw the association’s leadership from across the country come to Ottawa and share our federal policy recommendations with MPs and government officials.
By Yasmine Goodwin & Luke Hall
my-designstudio.com
The builder decor sales industry is a dynamic space that has changed dramatically over the last few decades.
As the world continues to become increasingly digital, so does the builder decor sales industry. With new technology, changing consumer preferences, and the push for eco-friendly solutions, the future of this industry is an ever-changing landscape. As...
By Sue Wastell, CHBA President
Since beginning my term as President in February, I’ve had the opportunity to travel to several of our local/provincial associations across the country and speak with members about issues that CHBA is working on that matter to you. I genuinely enjoy meeting members and HBA staff and learning more about your businesses, challenges and priorities....
By Nicole Storeshaw, Director of Government Relations, CHBA
On May 9, member leaders and HBA staff from across the country spread out in small groups over Ottawa’s parliamentary precinct, partaking in more than 45 meetings with Members of Parliament and government officials. CHBA’s Day on the Hill is the capstone event that complements the extensive year-round consultations that CHBA has...
By Corey Anne Bloom, CA•IFA, CFF, CFE, ACFE Regent Emeritus
EASTERN CANADA LEADER, FORENSICS AND LITIGATION SUPPORT, MNP
Canada’s housing industry is vulnerable to money laundering. The housing market is attractive to criminals and potential money launderers, for many reasons, including:
• Money launderers can enjoy the property, as a residence and/or to conduct criminal activities;
• A large sum can be laundered...
Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) members have been building, developing, and renovating Canadian homes for generations. We are sharing the extraordinary contributions CHBA members make in their communities every day through our ongoing #CdnBuilt for Generations campaign. Here are a few recent stories. To read more stories follow our hashtag or visit blog.chba.ca/category/giving-back.
North Ridge Development Corp. serves turkey dinner...
