Reminder: Please Complete the EOC Survey

YOUR INPUT MATTERS – 2026-2028 EOC STRATEGIC PLAN  

This is an important opportunity to make your voice heard as we develop the strategic plan for the Executive Officers’ Council for the next few years. Please take about 5 minutes to share what your priorities and pain points are. Hearing from more EOs will help ensure the results reflect the needs of the council and help us direct the activities, resources and programming of the EOC. You can find the survey here.

Pause on Building Codes: CHBA Action and Resources 

Women in Residential Construction Council: Call out for Members-at-Large  

CHBA's Executive Committee recently approved updated Terms of Reference for the national Women in Residential Construction Council (WIRCC) to officially establish a Management Committee made up of the existing representatives. As part of that process, we are now accepting applications from HBAs to nominate Members-at-Large. To nominate a representative, HBAs must have a local WIRCC (or equivalent) or are demonstrably involved in activities to support women in residential construction. Applications are limited to one member per HBA. EOs who are interested in nominating a Member-at-Large for CHBA's WIRCC, please review the Terms of Reference and email Emily Fielden, WIRCC staff lead, for the application form.

March EOC Call Recaps

The March EOC call featured an update on the new Renovation Market Index (RMI) that was recently deployed by CHBA. The RMI is a sentiment indicator, assessing current renovation activity, expectations for renovation activity over the next six months, and the level of client inquiries and project pipelines. Building on the success of the HMI, it is an added advocacy tool for CHBA to use on behalf of renovator and trade contractor members. Also discussed: there will be a call organized for the EOs that have municipalities that have partnered with CMHC on their housing catalogue coming soon. A discussion on Bill C-4 GST Relief was followed by roundtable talks. The call recording is available in the HUB.

2027 EOC Professional Development Forum 

Reminder: 2026 PDF IS POSTPONED
In case you missed the email last week, the EOC Management Committee made the difficult decision to postpone the 2026 EOC PDF in light of feedback from EOs and a review of anticipated attendance – participation was much lower than what is optimal to deliver engaging, EO-led discussions and peer learning that make the PDF so valuable and successful. We remain fully committed to hosting the 2027 EOC PDF and are aiming for the traditional second week of June. We will discuss further during the EOC Call on April 21. For now, please hold space in your calendars now to avoid conflicts as your attendance is key to event success. Thank you to those EOs who were committed to attending this year's event. As always, we will continue to look for opportunities to support EO collaboration and knowledge sharing during the year.

EOs and HBA Staff Now Have Pilot Access to LG Partner Store 

GREAT NEWS FOR HBA STAFF!

LG, a CHBA Alliance Network Member, has extended its Partner Store access to all HBA staff and members. The LG Partner Store offers exclusive, employee-level pricing on a wide range of LG products, including TVs, appliances, laptops, monitors, audio, and more. This private portal includes preferred pricing, stackable discounts, free delivery on many items, and complimentary installation on select products. This is a great benefit for everyone working at your HBA, and we encourage you to explore the Partner Store to see the types of discounts available.  We’d love your feedback to ensure the process is clear and intuitive so we can provide a smooth roll out to the larger membership. Access details and promotional information available here. Once your HBA is enrolled, you can share with all your staff. Please let Kelly MacLaren know how your enrollment experience goes.

CHBA Advantages Perks – Not Just for Members 

SAVE THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS

The CHBA National Advantages is an affinity program available to all EOs and HBA staff as well as our members and the savings can be significant. HBA staff member Amanda Serediuk (Manitoba HBA) recently made use of the Stellantis perk to save thousands of dollars on a new vehicle purchase. “Being an HBA staff member has proven to be far more valuable than I ever expected… Through the CHBA Advantages Program, I was able to save thousands of dollars on a brand-new vehicle. It was a huge and unexpected perk that made a real financial difference.” Between vehicle incentives, technology discounts, travel programs, insurance, shipping and other offers, you can save thousands of dollars a year using the Advantages perks. Make sure to share with your HBA staff.

Mark Your Calendars!

CHBA staff and the EOC Management Committee organize timely and informative programming for HBAs on various topics related to HBA operations, membership, and professional development. If you have a topic, you would like the EOC to explore through a call, workshop, or webinar, please let us know. Below are notable dates and upcoming sessions:

Below are notable dates and upcoming sessions:

• Dates for Standing EOC Calls (third Tuesday of every month at 2pm ET, topics TBD): April 21, June TBD
• CHBA’s Home Building Week in Canada: May 4-8, 2026 | Québec City, QC
• CHBA Fall Meetings: October 26-30, 2026 | Ottawa, ON
• CHBA's Home Building Week in Canada: May 10-14, 2027 | Whistler, QC