The forum focus was on “Building Excellence from Regulation to Implementation” and consisted of industry-related information sessions and training opportunities. Some of the featured presentations included: a WSIB update, the 2012 Ontario Building Code update from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH), Inspection Insights from the Ontario Building Officials Association (OBOA), the Future of ENERGY STAR, OHBA’s Institute of Building Excellence, building with six-storey wood, a Tarion update and a sales and marketing component on effectively engaging the consumer. 

To review the related publications, click the following link:

http://ohba.ca/2013-builder-reno-forum

Waterloo Region Home Builders’ Association in partnership with TD Commercial Banking proudly presents WRHBA’s 22^nd Annual Industry Luncheon on Tuesday, April 30, 2013 at Bingemans’ Marshall Hall.

WRHBA’s Industry Luncheon will feature David Chilton – best selling author and the newest “Dragon” on CBC’s Dragons’ Den. 

Annually, over 500 community and business leaders stemming from all sectors within the residential development and construction industry attend this premier event. As an entrepreneur and financial guru, Chilton is best known as the author of The Wealthy Barber.  David’s informative and inspirational keynote address provides A Truly Unique Perspective on life. Combining knowledge and humour he will illustrate how a healthy outlook can lead to positive results, despite what life throws at you.  David’s high energy, charm and unpretentious approach are sure to motivate, educate, entertain and leave an enhanced drive and lasting impression on all who attend! 

Click here for the Flyer and Registration Form

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For Ticket and Sponsorship Information Contact:
Stephanie Lake
Event and Marketing Coordinator
Waterloo Region Home Builders’ Association
Tel: 519-884-7590
Email: Stephanie-lake@wrhba.com

On November 9, 2012, WRHBA delivered its 17th Annual SAM Awards of Distinction gala showcasing the accomplishments of our members and recognizing “the best of the best in the residential development and construction industry.”  Congratulations to all SAM Awards of Distinction award recipients!

List of Winners   

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Association Awards

Bill Gies Presidential Award
Past President (2011-2012) Jamie Adam, Pioneer Craftsmen Ltd.

Builder Member of the Year
Greg Schnarr, Schnarr Craftsmen Inc.

Associate Member of the Year
Dave Aston, MHBC Planning Ltd.

Lyle S. Hallman Award
Craig Robson, Robson Carpenter LLP

Vic Sellner Award
Pioneer Craftsmen Ltd.

Rooftopper Award
Mark Van Dongen, Milla Homes, George Milla Construction Ltd.

Call a Member First Award
Activa Holdings Inc.

25 Year Member Award
IKO Industries Ltd.
Integra Homes Inc.
Kenmore Homes (Waterloo Region) Inc.
Miller Thomson LLP

Grand SAM Awards

Builder of the Year, Multi Unit Home
Eastforest Homes Ltd.

Builder of the Year, Single Detached Home
Hawksview Homes Ltd.

Best Reurbanization Project
Reid’s Heritage Homes, Preston Meadows

Built Green
Eastforest Homes Ltd., The Branson
Empire Communities, The Westbank

New Home Design

Most Outstanding Multi-Unit Design
Capital Homes Inc., Sims Twin Villas

Most Outstanding Single Detached Design Two storey up to 2,500 sq. ft.
Slotegraaf Construction Inc., Douma Residence

Most Outstanding Single Detached Design Two storey 2,501 sq. ft. to 3,500 sq. ft.
Branthaven Homes, Willow

Most Outstanding Single Detached Design Two storey 3,501 sq. ft. and over
Branthaven Homes, Grand River

Renovation & Room Design

Most Outstanding Home Renovation or Conversion Under $100,000
Ecnomus Fine Homes and Renovations, Manchester

Most Outstanding Home Renovation or Conversion Over $100,000
Slotegraaf Construction Inc., Workman Residence

Most Outstanding Bathroom In a home up to 2,500 sq. ft.
Heisler Homes Inc., Keep Calm and Carry On

Most Outstanding Bathroom In a home 2,501 sq. ft. and over
Pioneer Craftsmen Ltd., Hide-away on Idle Ridge

Most Outstanding Kitchen In a home up to 2,500 sq. ft.
Capital Homes Inc., Sims Twin Villas

Most Outstanding Kitchen In a home 2,501 sq. ft. and over
Hawksview Homes Ltd., Mapleridge

Most Outstanding Indoor or Outdoor Living Space New or Renovated
Slotegraaf Construction Inc., Simmons Residence Garage

On-Site Sales Presentation

Best New Home Sales Office
Branthaven Homes, Joy

Best Interior Decorating – Model Home/Suite Under $30,000
Kenmore Homes (Waterloo Region) Inc., Vermillion

Best Interior Decorating – Model Home/Suite Over $30,000
Branthaven Homes, Willow

Company Image & Advertising

Best Project Logo
Deerfield Homes Ltd., a Division of Eastforest Homes Group of Companies, Huron Landing

Best Project Sales Brochure
Deerfield Homes Ltd., a Division of Eastforest Homes Group of Companies, Huron Landing

Best Project Signage
Dunsire Developments Inc., Mill Creek Village

Best Advertising Campaign
Branthaven Homes, Joy

Best Colour Ad
Hawksview Homes Ltd., Mud Rooms

Best E-Marketing Campaign
Branthaven Homes, Joy

Best Website
Hawksview Homes Ltd., www.hawksviewhomes.com

Salesperson Achievement Awards

Platinum
Frank Futino, Empire Communities
Maggie Vegnaduzzo, Salesfax Realty Services Inc.

Gold
Dave Burkholder, Eastforest Homes Group of Companies
Ron Burkholder, Branthaven Homes
Eva Munch, Eastforest Homes Group of Companies
Bob Perkes, Eastforest Homes Group of Companies
Sandra Reier, Coldwell Banker Peter Benninger Realty Brokerage
Leah Small, Eastforest Homes Group of Companies
Susan Stephenson, Salesfax Realty Services Inc.
Rose Underwood, Branthaven Homes
Phillip Zivku, Eastforest Homes Group of Companies

Silver
Michael Clarke, Salesfax Realty Services Inc.      
Dan Elliott, Eastforest Homes Group of Companies
Pete Heise, Eastforest Homes Group of Companies
Jon Hillier, Eastforest Homes Group of Companies
Mark Kinnee, Eastforest Homes Group of Companies
Tina Kovacevic, Freure Homes Ltd.
Lidia Miu, Eastforest Homes Group of Companies
Belinda Oke, Coldwell Banker Peter Benninger Realty Brokerage
Mike Roth, Eastforest Homes Group of Companies
Christine Sarluis, Freure Homes Ltd.

Bronze
Sheldon Barclay, Eastforest Homes Group of Companies
Megan Bell, Coldwell Banker Peter Benninger Realty Brokerage
Raquel Blackwell, Eastforest Homes Group of Companies
Kelly DaCosta, Eastforest Homes Group of Companies
Annette Escobar, Eastforest Homes Group of Companies
Janice Fleming, HomeLife Power Realty Inc., Brokerage
Jim Law, Eastforest Homes Group of Companies
Chris Mossey, Branthaven Homes
Laura Underwood, Eastforest Homes Group of Companies

Combined total sales achieved by the 30 individuals listed are: $267,678,264.76 – Congratulations to All!

 Thank you to our SAM Awards of Distinction Sponsors!

PRESENTING
Waterloo Region Record

PLATINUM
Kitchener-Waterloo Association of REALTORS®

ENTERTAINMENT
Branthaven Homes

WINE
Pollard Windows Inc.

CHAMPAGNE
Bell

Gold
Arriscraft International Inc.
Black, Shoemaker, Robinson & Donaldson Ltd.
City of Cambridge
City of Kitchener, Building Division
City of Waterloo, Building Division
Coldwell Banker Peter Benninger Realty, Brokerage
Delta Faucet Canada
Direct Energy
Eastforest Homes Group of Companies
EnerQuality Corporation
Gamsby and Mannerow Limited
GSP Group Inc.
Home Hardware Building Centre
Homes Plus Magazine
IBI Group
JELD-WEN Windows and Doors
Moen Inc.
MTE Consultants Inc.
New Home & Condo Guide
RBC Royal Bank
Regional Municipality of Waterloo
Reis Information Systems
Rogers Communications
Stantec Consulting Ltd.
TD Commercial Banking
Wm. J. Gies Construction Ltd.

Silver
CRS Contractors Rental Supply
Miller Thomson LLP

Bronze
Casa Bella Windows Inc.
MHBC Planning Ltd.
Pioneer Craftsmen Ltd.
Robson Carpenter LLP

In-Kind
Bingemans
Direct Energy
Hauser Furniture
Straight Street Event Services
Waterloo Region Record

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Media Release – WRHBA Announces 39th President

Brian Campbell, President
Waterloo Region Home Builders’ Association

Waterloo Region Home Builders’ Association (WRHBA) is pleased to announce its 39th President, Mr.  Brian Campbell. He succeeds Jamie Adam.

Brian has been an attending member of WRHBA since 1988 through various survey firms throughout the Region.  In 2008, he was elected to the Board of Directors where he served on several committees. In 2009, he was first elected to the Executive Committee as Treasurer and in 2010 he then moved to 2nd Vice President, where he was appointed WRHBA’s Representative to the Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) Urban Council and a CHBA Board Director. Brian went on to become WRHBA’s 1st Vice President in 2011 and served as a standing member on an array of committees including: Cambridge Liaison, Joint Liaison, Summer Bash, Election Task Force (Provincial) and a member of the Ontario Home Builders’ Association’s Board of Directors.

Brian was born in Kitchener, and lived most of his life in Cambridge. He graduated from Galt Collegiate Institute, has a B.A. (Economics) from the University of Guelph, a B.Sc. (Survey Science) from the University of Toronto and, in 1993 was first licensed as an Ontario Land Surveyor.

Brian comes from a family of Land Surveyors. His father, Jim Campbell, and uncle, Doug Campbell are retired surveyors following successful careers within the Region of Waterloo. In the past, Brian had ownership in the local survey firms James S. Campbell Ltd, Ansley, Campbell and Serack Ltd., and Martinus Vorsteveld Inc. In 2002 his firms joined a consortium to form Auer, Campbell & Ims Survey Consultants Inc. In 2007 he left ACI to join Stantec Consulting where he continues to enjoy a successful surveying career as Managing Principal, Surveys/Geomatics, working from the Stantec Kitchener Office.

Brian has two children with his partner, Bev Grant-Campbell. Their son, Scott, is 21 and attending Wilfred Laurier University while their daughter, Ashley, is 19 and attending the University of Western Ontario.

His family lives and works in the City of Kitchener and enjoys summers at their cottage in Muskoka.

Please click the following link to view the media release – 2012 September WRHBA Media Release – WRHBA Wins OHBA Local of the Year!

WRHBA would like to thank our members for their continued support, and recognizes that this win could not be possible without our dedicated members!

Please see below for photos of WRHBA members holding the OHBA Local Association of the Year trophy.