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Home & Garden Virtual Expo

Introducing the Home & Garden Virtual Expo in partnership with Stingray!   Let’s Get Together…..  virtually.  Do you miss connecting with your customers at consumer shows?  We’re about to bring

Free Webinar – COVID-19 Government Support: What it means for you and your business

Free Webinar from CHBA-NL in partnership with Grant Thornton “COVID-19 Government Support: What it means for you and your business” For more information and to register click here

Free Webinar – COVID-19 Government Support: What it means for you and your business

CHBA-NL in partnership with Grant Thornton presents a free webinar “COVID-19 Government Support: What it means for you and your business” Register here

CHBA-NL COVID-19 Updates

To view CHBA-NL’s latest updates on the COVID-19 pandemic, please click here

BUILDING “YES”: A NOT-IN-MY-BACKYARD (NIMBY) TOOLKIT (updated 2020)

This practical updated 2020 Toolkit designed for use by housing proponents in NL, provides best practices to support development proposals that offer different housing options through community engagement and education. Housing options

Economic Impacts of the Housing Industry in Newfoundland and Labrador

Once again, the CHBA has prepared estimates of the positive impacts of the residential construction industry on the Canadian economy and on provincial and local economies across the country.

The estimates for 2018 are based on actual results for the past year, and include investment, direct and indirect employment, and wages paid. The scope of construction activities addressed includes new dwellings of all types, including both primary residences and cottages; renovation, conversion and repair of existing dwellings, and conversion of non-residential buildings to residential use; and other expenditures relating to new residential construction such as realty and legal fees.

The estimates of impacts continue to illustrate the huge importance of residential construction in generating jobs, wages, and investment. Various emerging economic factors have the potential to affect local housing markets in 2019 and beyond.

These factors include:

changes in mortgage interest rates, terms and conditions, recognizing that rates have been very low for the past five years, in response to the economic situation;
changes in international, regional and local economic conditions, especially overall job creation and unemployment;
higher government-imposed costs such as taxes, fees, levies and charges; and
land-use regulations and shortages of serviced land.
These factors reinforce the need for the home building industry to monitor carefully global and domestic conditions and events in the continuing post-crisis period of economic uncertainty.

Special Meeting of Members

Special Meeting of Members & Honoring our Past Presidents

Habitat NL’s Great Big Chocolate Build

CMHC is predicting a rebound in the St. John’s area housing market in 2019 and 2020

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CHBA-NL Residential Construction Industry Prime Consultations

ATTENTION: Developers, Builders, Renovators, Subtrades and Suppliers Are you saving money through PRIME? The Canadian Home Builders Association Newfoundland and Labrador (CHBA NL) invites you to attend the Residential Construction

CHBA National Scene – August 2018

CHBA National Scene – August 2018

CHBA National Scene – June 2018

CHBA National Scene – June 2018

CHBA National Scene – May 2018

CHBA National Scene – May 2018

New Residential Landscape Requirements

City of St. John’s Residential Landscape Requirements

Housing Now Tables – April 2018 CMHC

Housing Now Tables – April 2018

Threads of Life – Association for Workplace Tragedy Family Support

Live Music Fundraiser   Visit Threads of Life website here

Monthly Membership Luncheon – April 10, 2018

Monthly Membership Luncheon – Click here for details

January 2018 Housing Now Tables – CMHC

January 2018 – Housing Now Tables (CMHC)  

CHBA National Scene – November 2017

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CHBA-NL Presentation to the Standing Senate Committee on National Finance

CHBA-NL Presentation to Standing Senate Committee on National Finance  

October 2017 CHBA National Scene

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CHBA National Scene – September 2017

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Housing Now Tables – September 2017 CMHC

Housing Now Tables – September 2017 CMHC

Energy Efficiency Loan Program (EELP)

In April, 2017, the Provincial Government announced the Energy Efficiency Loan Program (EELP) to provide low-interest loans for home energy efficiency upgrades. Through EELP, qualifying home owners whose homes are

CHBA National Scene – August 2017

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Build Your Business with takeCHARGE Rebates

takeCHARGE Installer Newsletter – August 2017        

New Mortgages Continue to Rise in Canada – CMHC

New Mortgages Continue to Rise in Canada according to CMHC

BC Wildfires Driving Up Price of Lumber in Newfoundland and Labrador

See article here.

St. John’s Remains a Buyer’s Market – CMHC

The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. (CMHC) recently released its third-quarter housing market assessment for St. John’s, and while there’s little change from the first half of the year, there

CHBA National Scene – July 2017

CHBA National Scene – July 2017

CHBA-NL Member Social

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! CHBA-NL Member Social Catch up with colleagues, connect with new contacts and expand your business in a relaxed setting Thursday, August 24th from 6:00 pm – 8:00

Employment Opportunity – CHBA-NL

Coordinator of Membership, Sales, and Communications The Canadian Home Builders’ Association – Newfoundland and Labrador (CHBA-NL) is the voice of the province’s residential construction industry, which includes both new home

Housing Now Tables – CMHC

May 2017 Housing Now Tables – CMHC

CMHC Releases 2017 First Quarter Financial Report

CMHC First Quarter Financial Report – 2017

CHBA National Scene – April 2017

  Finance Committee Recommends Aid to First-time Buyers CHBA National Scene – April 2017

Finance Minister Cathy Bennett to Address Members

January 2017 Housing Starts

Housing starts in St. John’s were trending at 846 units in January compared to 889 in December according to CMHC. Click here to see the housing starts report. 

CHBA January 2017 National Scene

CHBA’s message to government – time to focus on housing supply.

CMHC December 2016 Housing Starts

Housing starts in St. John’s, Census Metropolitan Area (CMA) were trending at 891 units in December compared to 888 in November according to CMHC

CHBA-NL Presents National Building Code 2015 Training

Municipal Budgets 2017

The City of St. John’s, the City of Mount Pearl, the Town of Paradise, and the town of CBS have released their 2017 budgets this week. The CHBA-NL is pleased with

Regional Demographic Survey Results Now Available

The City of St. John’s in partnership with the municipalities of Torbay, Conception Bay South, Paradise and Portugal Cove -St. Phillip’s released the results of the joint demographic survey, which

CHBA National Scene November 2016

Check out the November edition of the National Scene for information on the National Housing Strategy.

November 2016 Housing Starts

Housing starts in St. John’s were trending at 885 units in November compared to 909 in October according to CMHC. Click here to view the report.

Home Builders’ Celebrates NL’s first home qualified under the CHBA Net Zero Home labeling program.

Press Release – NL’s first Net Zero Ready Home

October 2016 Housing Starts in St. John’s

Housing starts in St. John’s, CMA were trending at 906 units in October compared to 838 in September according to CMHC. Read the report here. 

CMHC Housing Now Tables

Check out the Housing Now Tables delivering statistics on housing market conditions across Canada, including data on housing starts, completions, mortgage rates, new home prices, absorption rates and economic indicators.

CMHC September Housing Starts

Housing starts in St. John’s were trending at 837 units in September compared to 751 in August according to CMHC and in line with where they were one year ago. Read more

Atlantic Home Builders are expressing concern regarding Minister Morneau’s Oct 3 Announcement

Over the past two days, we have heard from Members expressing concern for Minister Morneau’s announcement on Monday, October 3, 2016 regarding new measures to tighten the Canadian housing market. 

Vital Signs 2016

The Harris Centre has released their Vital Signs report, which is a province-wide check-up on key quality of life indicators that will provide communities with critical information to help set priorities, and identify opportunities for action.

CMHC Housing Now Tables

Check out CMHC Housing Now Tables delivering statistics on housing market conditions across Canada, including data on housing starts, completions, mortgage rates, new home prices, absorption rates and economic indicators.

Unreliable Facts from Reliable Figures: The REAL Story of NL 2016 New Home Construction

CHBA-NL CEO, Victoria Belbin, shares her thoughts in a new blog on the recent media coverage about the cost of new housing in NL. Read the blog post below: “I’ve

Let’s Talk Housing!

CMHC is looking to Canadians to help shape the National Housing Strategy and together, we can accomplish more. The private sector, non-profits, municipalities and housing experts all have a role

Housing Market Insight

CMHC released Housing Market Insight for the four Atlantic Provinces. The publication states that we are at a turning point in the Atlantic Provinces where natural increase will no longer

CMHC Releases 2016 Second Quarter Results

Spring 2016 was another steady quarter for CMHC. Net income is stable, insured volumes are up and the overall arrears rate remains low. Housing markets are monitored closely due to weaker economic conditions in parts of the country.

Economic Impacts of the Housing Industry in NL and St. John’s

The CHBA has prepared estimates of the positive impacts the residential construction industry has on the provincial and local economy.

July 2016 Housing Starts

Check out the July housing starts from CMHC. 

CMHC Releases Third Quarter Results of Housing Now

CMHC has released its third quarter results for Housing Now including data on housing starts, completions, mortgage rates, new home prices, absorption rates and economic indicators.

National Scene July 2016

This edition of the National Scene discusses the summer MP campaign, Canada’s underground economy, get it in writing and gives and economic review.

City of St. John’s Putting $500,000 into Affordable Housing

St. John’s City Council approved funding for capital improvements to affordable housing units. The work is estimated to cost approximately $500,000, to be funded by existing capital reserves for non-profit housing.

Housing Marketing Insight

Enduring Oil price decline and impact on provincial economy and St. John’s housing market. Click here to read CMHC’s Housing Market Insight.

Building “Yes”: A Not-In-My-Backyard (NIMBY) Toolkit

This practical Toolkit offers housing proponents in NL best practices to support development proposals that offer housing options.

Safety Lessons for Building a Backyard Deck

CHBA-NL president Sheldon Colbourne spoke with CBC on backyard deck safety.

Housing Starts May 2016

The number of new home construction starts in St. John’s declined slightly last month, compared to both the month and year before.

The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) says numbers were trending at 749 for May.

National Scene May 2016

Check out the May edition of the National Scene highlighting the activities that took place at the National conference in Kelowna earlier this month!

Upcoming HST Changes — Get Systems and Processes Ready

It is important to prepare for these changes as soon as possible since GST/HST applies to most transactions and errors in systems and processes can multiply quickly and become very expensive.

Home Builders Want Change to Liberal Approach to HST

Premier Dwight Ball spoke to CHBA-NL members on building a strong foundation for long term success for both industry & the province. During his speech, Premier Ball recognized that it’s time to sit down with industry to generate ways to solve problems, and that working together is part of the solution. 

Lower Activity Expected for St. John’s Area Housing Market

According to Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s (CMHC’s) Spring Housing Market Outlook – St. John’s report, housing market activity this year and in 2017 will be at lower levels than

Atlantic Home Warranty Introduces a Renovation Warranty for its Member Builders

There are two types of warranty available: Structural and Non- Structural.

Upcoming CHBA-NL Training – Learn how to Protect your Business

On June 7 and 8, CHBA-NL will be providing you with the opportunity to partake in two customized training workshops: Estimation; Business Accounting and Job Cost.

Premier Dwight Ball to Speak at CHBA-NL May Luncheon

HST Hike a Double Whammy for NL Home Buyers

The fallout from the HST hike could have dire effects on people’s ability to both buy and pay for new homes in the province; CHBA-NL President Sheldon Colbourne speaks with CBC on the impact the HST increase will have on home buyers.

Forum on Housing and the Mobile Workforce in NL

Come to discuss housing-related pressures for communities in the context of high job-related mobility as well as the impacts of the economic downturn on housing and labour markets! Find more

National Scene – March 2016

Check out CHBA’s National Scene for March 2016 with information on the federal Budget, Forum for Growth, and the upcoming CHBA National Conference!

Home Builders Welcome Public Transit, Infrastructure and Housing Investments in Federal Budget

The Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) welcomed the government’s Budget plan to invest in public transit systems and municipal infrastructure, which will help make houses more affordable. “Federal investment of

Learn Trade Show Marketing and Why It Works

Trade shows help you build your brand, generate sales leads, and strengthen relationships with customers and key prospects. Trade shows get you valuable face-time with the most buyers in the

CMHC First Quarter Housing Now Tables

CMHC has released its first quarter housing now tables. Check them out here. 

Training Opportunity: Implementing the NBC Energy Efficiency Requirements for Houses and Small Buildings

This course will provide a detailed and technical exploration of the energy efficiency requirements of the NBS as they relate to houses and small buildings.

Economic Update January 2016

The City of St. John’s has released their 2016 January Economic Update.

December 2015 Housing Starts in St. John’s

Check out CMHC December 2015 Housing Starts here.

National Scene December 2015

Check out the December 2015 edition of the National Scene.

CHBA National Scene – November 2015

Click here to view CHBA Nation Scene for November 2015.

Housing Now Tables

CMHC has released Housing Now Tables for November 2015. Click here to view the publication.

HOUSING NOW TABLES

CMHC has released October 2015 Housing Now Tables. Click here to view the housing market conditions across Canada.

OCTOBER 2015 HOUSING STARTS IN ST. JOHN’S

Click here to view October 2015 housing starts from CMHC.

CHBA Industry Highlights

Check out CHBA Industry Highlights.

CMHC HOUSING MARKET OUTLOOK

CMHC released the fall 2015 housing market outlook for St. John’s. Click here to view the report.

CMHC SEPTEMBER HOUSING STARTS

Click here to view September 2015 housing starts for St. John’s.

CHBA NATIONAL SCENE SEPTEMBER 2015

Click here to view CHBA National Scene for September, 2015.

CMHC HOUSING NOW – CANADA

Click here for the latest housing information from CMHC Housing Now – Canada.

CHBA National Scene August 2015

Stay up to date on the activities and accomplishments of the CHBA at the National level. The National Scene August 2015

Today’s Housing Market – The Most Recent Information from CMHC

Chris Janes, Senior Market Analyst with CMHC discussed today’s housing market at the Monthly Membership Meeting. Click here to view his presentation.

CHBA National Scene July 2015

Stay up to date on the activities and accomplishments of the CHBA at the National Level The National Scene July 2015

Transitional Rules for the NL HST Increase

On April 30, 2015, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador announced its intention to increase the rate of the Newfoundland and Labrador component of the HST to a rate of

City of St. John’s Economic Update – July

July 2015 Economic Update – City of St. John’s

It’s Your Health – Health Risks of Asbestos

Health Canada’s publication It’s Your Health – Vermiculite Insulation Containing Amphibole Asbestos is no longer available.  Health Canada streamlined their communications materials and now have one publication on asbestos: It’s

Home Accessibility Tax Credit

Introduction of Home Accessibility Tax Credit

CMHC Senior’s Housing Report – Atlantic Region

CMHC Senior’s Housing Report – Atlantic Region

CMHC Housing Now – Canada

Keep up to date on the latest housing market information from Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation

CHBA National Scene June 2015

Stay up to date on the activities and accomplishments of the CHBA at the national level. 2015-06-NationalScene

CHBA Industry Highlights

Harper Government Teams Up With Home Builders to Combat the Underground Economy  The Honourable Kerry-Lynne D. Findlay, P.C., Q.C., M.P., Minister of National Revenue, delivered remarks at the Canadian Home

May 2015 Housing Starts in St. John’s

May 2015 Housing Starts in St. John’s

Honouring Past Presidents

  Back L-R: Gary Reardon, Robert Candow, Steve Porter, Greg Hussey, Hubert Hussey;  Front L-R: Denis Galway, Peter Casey, Jane Morgan, Lloyd Walker, Cyril Morgan

CHBA National Scene May 2015

Stay up to date on the activities and accomplishments of the CHBA at the national level.  2015-05-NationalScene

CHBA National Update – Forum for Growth 2015

On May 12, 2015, Association leaders converged on Parliment Hill to update Ministers, MP’s and senior government representatives on the issues that matter to our members and their customers. Continuing

CHBA-NL Luncheon with Guest Speaker Mr. Dwight Ball

Join us on July 7th at The Sheraton, 115 Cavendish Square, St. John’s as Leader of the Official Opposition, Mr. Dwight Ball, talks about the rising cost of housing.  For

HST Hike May Aid Underground Economy

David Foster, Senior Director of Communications with Canadian Home Builders’ Association says construction industry particularly impacted. Those who dwell in the underground economy in the province may very well cash

CHBA National Scene April 2015

Stay up-to-date on the activities and accomplishments of the CHBA at the national level by reading the 2015-04-NationalScene

32nd Annual Canadian Home Builder’s Association Newfoundland and Labrador Home Show

EVERYTHING HOME AT YOUR FINGERTIPS Discover your latest home renovation or new home construction at the annual Canadian Home Builders’ Association Newfoundland and Labrador Home Show. Prepare yourself for the province’s

CHBA: National Scene, January 2015

Stay up-to-date on the activities and accomplishments of the CHBA at the national level by reading the January 2015 National Scene  

Central Newfoundland Waste Management Launches New Curbside Recycling and Garbage Program

Congratulations to Central Newfoundland Waste Management (CNWM) which launched Sort It – Central, a new curbside recycling and garbage program on Monday, March 2, 2015.     SortIt-Central PDF

Jim Burton: Community Builder Volunteer of the Year Award

The St. John’s Board of Trade have recognized some of the city’s most outstanding entrepreneurs at the 22nd annual Business Excellence Awards. “These awards recognize the achievements of private sector

Protect Yourself: Get It In Writing!

For a number of years, the Get it in Writing! campaign has provided homeowners with sound information on how to avoid risks when hiring a contractor for their home projects. The campaign was

ALERT: Venmar Ventilation Inc. Expands Recall of Air Exchangers

This recall involves air exchangers with and without heat recovery sold under different brands that are used to circulate air in and out of the home.  The metal air exchangers

Doing Density Right: Wide-Ranging Panel Discussion and Survey Results

St. John’s is talking about density. Since launching an online survey three weeks ago, local advocacy group Happy City St. John’s, in partnership with the St. John’s Board of Trade

Governments of Canada and NL Sign $68 million Investment in Affordable Housing Agreement

The Governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador announced a combined investment of more than $68 million over five years to help more individuals and families access affordable housing and

CHBA-NL Seeks 20 Member Companies for Canada Job Grant Participation

The CHBA-NL has submitted a comprehensive proposal for the Canada Job Grant, which we are currently negotiating with the province.  The proposal is based on identifying 20 member companies and

Federal Government Tackles Canada’s “Underground Economy”

The Honourable Kerry-Lynne D. Findlay, P.C., Q.C., Minister of National Revenue and Minister for the Canada Revenue Agency, hosted the inaugural Minister’s Underground Economy (UE) Advisory Committee meeting. A new

NF Power’s Construction Services Webpage

NF Power is working to improve service to the construction industry, which includes their new Construction Services webpage The page provides a consolidated source of information specific to the construction industry, including

Canadian Wood-Frame House Construction

Canadian Wood-Frame House Construction by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) has been a popular publication for builders, homeowners (current and prospective) and students of housing technology since its first edition appeared in 1967.

City of St. John’s Economic Update, November 2014

Learn about housing, business, and economic trends in St. John’s, as well as new initiatives and upcoming events: Economic Update – November 2014

CMHC’s 2014 Canadian Housing Observer

The Canadian Housing Observer presents a detailed annual review of housing conditions and trends in Canada and of the key factors behind them. It is an ideal resource for housing

Congratulations to Kim Street: Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist

The CHBA-NL would like to take this opportunity to congratulate Board Member, Kim Street, on achieving certification as an Aging-in-Place Specialist! The Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) designation program teaches the

CHBA Board of Directors Sets Important Directions

Reinforcing the goals set out in the CHBA’s Strategic Directions plan and taking action based on recommendations from its committees and councils, the Board of Directors approved action to address

A Difficult Time to Meet in Ottawa

CMHC: Housing Starts in St. John’s, October 2014

Read about the trends in St. John’s CMA housing starts compared to this time last year and accompanying analysis: October 2014 Housing Starts in St. John’s

To Ensure Prosperity, Canada Needs “Ecofiscal” Policies

As the economy increasingly rewards cleaner technologies, businesses will be unable to ignore the associated competitive pressures.  The attention surrounding the launch of the Ecofiscal Commission (a think-tank) is an

CHBA Marketing Today – What are the best builders doing right?

The reputations of the best builders are solid but they aren’t building perfect homes, so what are they doing right?  Read the full article

CHBA Marketing Today – Tips from a Winning Salesperson

According to Daryl Renneberg, recognized as the Salesperson of the Year by the Saskatoon and Region HBA, being a good sales person comes down to customer service – giving his home

CHBA Marketing Today – A Passion for Great Design

“Great design knows no limits—it can be applied to any type and size of home, large or small, single family, multi-storey, condos, new or existing.” Penny Southam, ARIDO, IDC Registered

2014 Building Excellence & Residential Growth (BERG) Awards Gala

The Newfoundland and Labrador residential construction industry celebrated the best  in the industry at the Sheraton Hotel tonight with 300 guests.   The event was attended by many industry professionals, including

CMHC: St John’s CMA Housing Market Outlook, Fall 2014

Highlights of the Fall 2014 Outlook include: The pace of new home construction is expected to slow in 2014 Housing demand will be supported by favourable economic and demographic conditions

BuildGreen Atlantic Conference: Member Discount & Energy Efficiency Video Series Launch

Member Discount CHBA-NL members can register for the morning pre-conference workshop, as well as the conference and trade show at our CaGBC members’ price of $125 each, which is a discount

City of St. John’s Economic Update, October 2014

Learn about housing, business, and economic trends in St. John’s, as well as new initiatives and upcoming events: Economic Update – October 2014

CHBA Fall Meetings in Ottawa, Oct 22-25, 2014

From October 22 – 25, 2014, CHBA-NL and other regional and provincial CHBA representatives from across Canada convened on Ottawa for annual Fall meetings. Due to the tragic shooting in

Make Sure Your 2015 National SAM Entry is Ready to Go!

There are less than three weeks to go until the submission deadline for the 2014 National SAM Awards – Recognizing Housing Excellence. The deadline for entries is Friday, November 7,

Apply Now for Membership or Sponsorship of the CHBA Net Zero Energy Housing Council (NZC)

CHBA’s Net Zero Energy Housing Council (NZC) is being established to support innovation in our industry with the goal of creating a market advantage for CHBA builder and renovator members.

International Builders’ Show – New CHBA Member Discount!

CHBA is pleased to announce that CHBA members will soon be able to register for the 2015 International Builders’ Show (IBS) in Las Vegas at NAHB member prices. This new

CHBA National Home Buyer Preference Study

Want to know what home buyers are looking for in a new home? What features they are willing to trade-off to get what they want? If you’re looking for powerful

CMHC: Housing Starts in St. John’s, September 2014

Read about the trends in St. John’s CMA housing starts compared to this time last year and analysis.

CHBA: National Scene, September 2014

Stay up-to-date on the activities and accomplishments of the CHBA at the national level by reading The National Scene, September 2014.

Reno Month: Get it in Writing!

For a number of years, the Get it in Writing! campaign has provided homeowners with sound information on how to avoid risks when hiring a contractor for their renovation project.

Reno Month: CHBA Homeowners’ Guide to Green Renovation

“Get the Home You Always Wanted and Give the Environment a Break” is the message from the Canadian Home Builders’ Association.

Reno Month: The ABCs of Your Renovation Contract

When you hire someone to renovate your home, a written contract is a must. No projects, even a small one, should be done without one.

Reno Month: Renovate with Confidence – Hire a Professional Renovator

Remember the old adage: You get what you pay for? Well, it also applies when you hire someone to renovate your home.

Reno Month: Renovating the Outdoors

Increasingly, people treat the outside as an extension of their home and are prepared to make a considerable investment in creating functional and attractive outdoor areas.

Reno Month: Renovating for the Mature Years

The “mature” years are a great time to do renovations. People often have amassed significant equity in their homes, accumulated savings and are otherwise financially secure.

Choose Quality Products for Your Renovation

One of the exciting aspects of renovating your home is choosing the materials and products that go into it. From bathroom fixtures to flooring to mechanical systems, the marketplace offers great choice, quality, affordability and value.

Reno Month: Payback on Your Renovation Investment

When you are renovating your home with an eye to possibly selling it down the road, it is a good idea to spend a little time researching the impact of the work on the value of your home.

Reno Month: Online Renovation Advice to Get You Started Right

Online research on home renovations can help you get answers. Here are some informative sites to get your home renovation planning off to a good start.

Reno Month: Focus on Renovation Value

Your home is likely the most valuable asset you own. Renovation is an opportunity to protect your investment, and enhance the value of your home.

Reno Month: Design Ideas for Your Renovation

Good design is an integral part of a successful renovation. It adds to the functionality of your home, increases your enjoyment, and gives you the best value for your investment.

Reno Month: 10 Common Misperceptions about Home Renovation

According to Canada’s professional renovators, a great many home renovation problems result from simple consumer misperceptions.

Reno Month: Dealing with Radon in Your Home

You may or may not have it in your home but there is no better time to get rid of it than when you are renovating.

October is Renovation Month, Sponsored by RONA!

We’ve partnered with RONA to celebrate Renovation Month with some great tips!

Spending on Renovations Outpaces New Home Construction

More money was spent renovating homes in Canada than building new ones during the 12 months to the end of June, according to data compiled by the Bank of Montreal.

CHBA President emphasizes Affordability, Home Renovation Tax Credit to Parliamentary Finance Committee

CHBA President Bard Golightly testified on Parliament Hill in Ottawa at the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance as part of Pre-Budget Consultations.

CHBA Welcomes Statement of Shared Principles of Housing Policy for Canada

On behalf of the “National Forum on Housing and the Economy”, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities released a statement of shared principles developed by the Forum.

CHBA-NL and the Canada Job Grant

Applications for the Canada Job Grant are now open in NL and the CHBA-NL is preparing to work closely with members to identify training needs.

CMHC Housing Starts in St. John’s, August 2014

Read about the trends in St. John’s CMA housing starts compared to this time last year and analysis.

Atlantic Business Magazine: CHBA-NL Feature

The CHBA-NL was fortunate to be showcased in the January/February 2014 edition of Atlantic Business Magazine.  The 10-page feature highlights the importance of NL’s residential construction industry and the way

CHBA-NL Announces Partnership with Keyin College: Framing Technician Program

The CHBA-NL is pleased to announce a partnership with Keyin College to offer new programming in the field of residential framing to meet the labour market needs of the home building and renovation industries.

Providing Feedback: Envision St. John’s Draft Municipal Plan

To make sure your voice is heard, members are requested to please submit feedback on Envision St. John’s via email at municipalplan@stjohns.ca

2014 Building Excellence and Residential Growth (BERG) Awards Gala

Celebrate the industry at the Building Excellence and Residential Growth Awards (BERG) Gala where we recognize achievements in high quality workmanship, consumer service, energy efficiency, marketing, and professionalism in business dealings.

CHBA: National Scene, June 2014

Stay up-to-date on the activities and accomplishments of the CHBA at the national level by reading The National Scene, June 2014.

City of St. John’s Economic Update, May 2014

Learn about housing, business, and economic trends in St. John’s, as well as new initiatives and upcoming events.

The Effects of Restrictive Land-Use Policies in Canada

Unintended negative consequences of restrictive land-use planning and development policies – beyond inflated prices – are starting to appear.

Renovation Spending Across Canada on the Rise

Renovation spending has been rising for 15 straight years, reaching a record $63.4-billion in 2013.

CMHC Launches Web-Based Housing Market Info Portal

CMHC has launched a portal to provide important housing data, increasing its utility to the residential construction industry.

CMHC Housing Starts in St. John’s, June 2014

Read about the trends in St. John’s CMA housing starts compared to May, 2014.

CHBA-NL Past President’s Luncheon and Industry Update

On June 10 the CHBA-NL celebrated its past Presidents with over 120 members and guests, and an industry update from Chris Janes, Senior Market Analyst NL for the CMHC.

May 2014 Housing Starts in St. John’s

Read about local housing start trends compared to months prior to stay up to date on fluctuations in the market.

Forum for Growth on Parliament Hill and CHBA Strategic Plan

Our CHBA-NL delegates returned from a very successful trip to Ottawa, taking part in a conversation about homes, communities and Canadians.

Government Eliminates Card-Based Union Certification

For two years, the CHBA-NL has been advocating to reinstate the secret ballot vote, which was removed when automatic card-based union certification was instated.

St. John’s Spring 2014 Housing Market Outlook

According to CMHC, favourable economic and demographic conditions will continue to support the housing market in St. John’s for 2014 and 2015, but activity will be at lower levels than in recent years.

April 2014 Housing Starts in St. John’s

Read about local housing start trends compared to months prior to stay up to date on fluctuations in the market.

Energy Efficiency and Your Home

Understand different energy efficiency standards, including R-2000, Energuide, Energy Star and much more.