Our Mission:
 To be the voice of the residential construction industry in Canada; to achieve an environment in which our members can operate profitably; and to promote affordability and choice in housing for all Canadians.

The Canadian Home Builders' Association is "the voice of Canada's residential construction industry", representing more than 8,000 member firms across Canada. CHBA members represent every area of Canada's housing industry- new home builders and renovators, land developers, trade contractors, product and material manufacturers, building product suppliers, lending institutions, insurance providers, service professionals and others.

For over fifty years, the CHBA has worked to build a strong and professional housing industry in Canada.

Our activities are centered in three areas:

  1. Working to achieve a stable business environment for our members.
    The CHBA is committed to a fair and competitive marketplace, where all members have the opportunity to operate their business profitably.

  2. Working to promote and protect the interests of consumers.
    The CHBA believes that all Canadians have the right to decent, safe and appropriate housing. We also believe that all Canadians have the right to a reasonable opportunity to own a home.

  3. Working to support the professionalism of our members.
    We believe that skills, experience and integrity are the cornerstones of professionalism. CHBA provides members with opportunities to learn, grow and take pride in what they do. We believe that the CHBA logo is the sign of Canada's home building professionals.

    Who we are
    Since 1943, the Canadian Home Builders' Association (CHBA) has been the voice of the residential construction industry in Canada-one of the most vital and enterprising industries in Canada.

    Canada is an acknowledged world leader in residential construction, and Canadians are considered among the best-housed people in the world. We are widely recognized for our technological "know-how", highly regarded for our innovative spirit and well respected for the quality of the homes we build.

    The Canadian Home Builders' Association is built on a vision and commitment-a vision of a strong and positive role for the housing industry, and a commitment to support the business success of our members and their ability to provide affordability, quality and choice for consumers.

    The Canadian Home Builders' Association works to achieve a healthy business environment for its members. We are committed to a fair and competitive marketplace, where all members have the opportunity to operate their businesses profitably.

    The Canadian Home Builders' Association works to support the professionalism of its members. We believe that skills, experience and integrity are the cornerstones of professionalism in our industry. We are committed to providing our members with opportunities to learn, grow and take pride in their achievements.

    The Canadian Home Builders' Association works to promote the interests of housing consumers. We believe that all Canadians should have the right to a reasonable opportunity to own their own homes. We also believe that all Canadians have the right to decent, safe and appropriate housing.

    What we do
    The Canadian Home Builders' Association exists to serve the interests of our industry and to help our members succeed and prosper in a complex and challenging environment.

    Housing technology and the skills required to build quality homes are becoming more demanding. Rapid changes in communication and information systems are having a profound impact on the way we do business. In a diverse marketplace, the industry must respond to changing consumer needs and preferences. At all levels, government policies have a great deal of influence on our businesses.

    In a constantly evolving business environment, the CHBA is the industry's agent for positive change. We keep a constant eye on the regulatory environment and the marketplace. We develop clear, practical positions on issues that matter to the industry and our consumers. We make sure that our voice is heard-loud and clear-and that we reach and influence decision-makers at all levels of government. Here are some of the issues we are working on, on behalf of our members:

  • Taxation reform                      Shortage of skilled labour
  • Regulatory reform                    Underground economy
  • Housing finance                      Smart growth
  • Housing affordability                Industry profitability
  • Infrastructure financing            Consumer protection
  • Builder liability                        Environmental regulations
  • Builder licensing
How we work
The Canadian Home Builders' Association is one association representing the residential construction industry and serving our members at three levels-locally, provincially and nationally. All levels work closely together-when you join the CHBA in your area, you automatically become a member at the local, provincial and national levels. And you benefit from Association services and activities at all three levels.
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Locally. Monthly meetings, social activities, newsletters, workshops, access to expert advice, marketing campaigns, demonstration projects, awards programs…a full slate of services and activities gives members the opportunity to make business contacts, gain knowledge, take part in marketing campaigns and build recognition with consumers.

Our Association is actively involved in the communities where our members and their customers live and work. Through ongoing representation to municipal government, media relations and consumer education, we address important issues head on and have a strong presence that benefits members and contributes to housing affordability and the well-being of communities across Canada.

Provincially. Our members' interests are well represented at the provincial level, where the Association deals with a wide range of provincial government regulations, policies and other housing matters that affect their businesses-from codes and standards to infrastructure financing to environmental and consumer protection.

Members are kept up to date on all provincial activities and developments. In addition, provincial conferences and awards programs provide opportunities for members to meet and network with peers from across the province and to promote their businesses. Education and training programs for Association members are organized at the provincial level.

Nationally. At the national level, the CHBA represents and serves the entire membership from coast to coast, and maintains the collective strength of the Association.

  • We advocate the interests of the housing industry with the federal government, making sure that political decision-makers and public servants respond to our concerns and priorities.
  • We make representations to intergovernmental bodies where federal and provincial governments meet and make decisions affecting the industry.
  • We report to our members on important national issues through regular newsletters, special reports and a wide range of other publications.
  • We create alliances with private and public research agencies to promote solutions, innovation and demonstration projects that benefit both the industry and consumers.
  • We join forces with national partners on marketing activities to inform consumers, promote professional new home builders and renovators, and provide business opportunities for members.
  • We develop courses, workshops, educational publications and consumer materials for the benefit of members everywhere.
  • We act as a forum for information sharing. We collect and distribute industry news. Through our Councils and Standing Committees, members exchange ideas and learn from each other. Our annual National Conference brings members together from across the country. And our website with a separate Members' Area keeps everyone up to date on the latest issues, developments and actions.
  • We deliver training, advice and support for Association staff and volunteers across the country to support their efforts to deliver valuable services and benefits to members.

 

CHBA Victoria #1-3690 Carey Road, Victoria, BC, V8Z 4C2
Phone: (250) 383-5044 Fax: (250) 383-9423 email: info@chbavictoria.com
websites: www.chbavictoria.com and www.careawards.com
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