Summer is usually our members’ busiest time, and while for some parts of the country this hasn’t changed drastically, in others, the alarm bells continue to ring.
Over the summer, CHBA released the results of our Q2 Housing Market Index (HMI) – our quarterly industry sentiment survey that serves as an indicator of future housing starts. For the 12th consecutive...
Interior finishings are a significant part of giving a dramatic wow-factor feeling in any home area, whether it’s a new build or a renovation project. Here are some recent product developments.
Carbon-negative laminated wood floors
Mohawk offers wood flooring options designed to meet the needs of every lifestyle. Unique double staining and multiple textures provide beautiful contemporary looks ideal for today’s...
Stone product features a variety of colours
Mondrian stone from Permacon is designed to add prestige and distinction to the home. Its texture, defined edges, slightly chiseled surface and slender shapes combine to offer a modern aesthetic. Available in contemporary colours, Mondrian stone can be installed in a linear or modular fashion and matches perfectly with other Mondrian landscaping products....
The provincial government and its regulatory authorities have been busy finding new ways to regulate the residential new home construction industry, all with a view to improving and enhancing consumer protection.
Behavioral economics teaches us that change happens when the pain of staying the same is greater than the pain of change.
I am hopeful that governments may be reaching that precipice on housing. With the residential construction industry at rock bottom, or very close to it, change is the only way to fix the sector.
This month, I started my term as CHBA National President. Matt McCurrach, who visited more than 25 local and provincial HBAs across the country during his time as President, has officially passed the baton.
I’ve spent several years getting to know Matt, who’s from BC, and I’ve had the opportunity to see how well he connects with people from all...
By Natasha Rombough, Director of Marketing and Communications, CHBA
Just over 10 years ago, CHBA established a Net Zero Council (NZC) to guide the association’s efforts in high-performance housing. Leading members from across Canada came together with their specialized knowledge and unique perspectives to advance the voluntary adoption of Net Zero Homes.
The first NZC meeting took place in late 2014....
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 chba.ca.
Paterson Group donates $1 million to The...
By Sarah Caron, Director, Renovation Services, CHBA
As part of efforts to provide CHBA renovator members with business information, CHBA obtained a membership to Vividata, the leading and largest syndicated survey in Canada. As a non-profit, Vividata pools the resources of Canada’s marketing, branding and research industry. The organization’s flagship Study of the Canadian Consumer (SCC) surveys 55,000-plus Canadians, 365...
The CHBA BC Education Summit is becoming a go-to opportunity for builders that want to invest in themselves, their teams, grow their knowledge and stay ahead in an evolving industry.