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 October 9, 2015
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Professional Development Series
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Join us for our first U40 Professional Development Seminar.
"Presenting Yourself with Impact"
October 21, 2015
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Designed to help professionals:
- Analyze & connect with their audience
- Build their personal presence
- Enable them to think on their feet
- Develop confidence & deliver powerful messages
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In addition each individual will have the opportunity to present a three minute presentation to the group.
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Habitat for Humanity: THANK YOU!
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Thank you to our volunteers:
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Matt- Urban Solutions, Carly & Brandon- Starward Homes, Justin- Losani Homes, Jennifer- A.J. Clarke & Associates, Daniel- Winzen Homes, Raquel- Adi Developments, Michael & Alex- RBC, Jenna- HHHBA.
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| Our Habitat for Humanity Build On September 23rd was a great day for a great cause! |
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Thank you to all our financial contributors:
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2015 Annual General Meeting
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Don't miss this important annual event.
At this year's AGM we will be discussing:
2016 Budget
Board of Directors Election
Past Presidents' Lunch
Environmental Award
Rookie of the Year Award
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Annual
President's Gala
Honouring Allan Roshko
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Join us on November 14th, for the most anticipated event of the year...
The 2015 President's Gala
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Membership Update
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Girard Custom Homes
Builder/ Developer
Contact: Rick Girard
Phone:
(905) 741-9618
WSP/SPL
Service Professional
Contact: Freesia Waxman
Phone: (289) 239-0100
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- Arisim Homes Ltd.
- Hamilton Builders' Supply Inc.
- James Hardie
- Link-Line Construction
- Lowe's
- NG Stone Products Ltd.
- Novacore Consulting Group Inc.
- Silverstone Developments Inc.
- United Building Contractors Limited.
- Jonathon's Perron Floor Coverings
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Conservation Authorities Act Review
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The provincial government has initiated a review of the Conservation Authorities Act. A discussion paper
(attached here)
has been posted on the environmental registry (012-4509) until October 19, 2015 to identify opportunities to improve the existing legislative, regulatory and policy framework that currently governs Conservation Authorities and the programs and services they provide.
Continue reading this important update...
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Health & Safety
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Due to the popularity of our training sessions we are considering adding more dates. If you were unable to attend one of our previous courses and would like to take part in a Working at Heights training session, please contact Liz. This is mandatory training all workers must have and it is a one day course. We are offering the course for $125+HST
per person and it will take place
in our board room with lunch included. 10 person minimum, 12 person maximum.
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Important Updates
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City of Hamilton Engineering Guidelines
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The deadline for comments on this topic has been extended, and the City will use the upcoming Development Industry Liaison Group to discuss any and all questions members may have on this topic.
Suzanne has asked that their consultant, Cole Engineering, be on hand to outline changes since previous versions and assist in answering questions.
Please take the opportunity on
October 19th at 9am City Hall Rm 192/193
to have your questions answers, concerns raised.
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At the OHBA conference held last week, OHBA staff made a great presentation regarding the work they have done on various policy and advocacy files. For those interested, the
presentation is attached below.
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City of Hamilton Workshop
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On
November 16th
, the City will be hosting a workshop regarding Form 1 and Water Assessment submissions from 9am- 12pm at City Hall
192 and 193 - 1st Floor, City Hall
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All developer/ consultant members are urged to attend.
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CHBA & OHBA Updates
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2015 OHBA Awards of Distinction
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Congratulations to all of our members who won awards at the 2015 OHBA Awards of Distinction!
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Marz Homes: OHBA People's Choice Award for South Coast Village, Crystal Beach
New Horizon Development Group: Most Outstanding High or Mid-Rise Condo Suite Kitchen & Best Interior Decorating- Model Home/ Suite for Bridgewater Residences on the Lake.
Empire Communities: Ontario Home Builder of the Year, Best Website & Best High or Mid-Rise Project Sales Brochure for Eau Du Soleil
Branthaven Homes: Best Low-Rise Ad Compaign for Oakvillage
Spallacci Group: Best New Home Sales Office for Residences of Royal Connaught
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CMHC Housing Outlook Seminar
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On November 12th, housing industry professionals will gather to better understand Hamilton's housing market and to gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace. CMHC's Housing Outlook Conference
will provide you with leading-edge expertise to guide you through local housing market trends in your community.
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HHHBA Events- Make the most of your membership!
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In 2016, we are switching up the Events that we host to bring some freshness and provide additional value to our members. New for 2016 will be quarterly dinner meetings, providing updates on what the Association as a whole and the various committees are doing, with a dinner speaker. And, we will be hosting our first ever Industry Luncheon, combining past functions such as the Industry Leaders' Breakfast, Hall of Fame and Past Presidents' recognition into the event, with a paid keynote/ inspirational speaker. Annual favorites such as the President's Gala, Spring Golf and Awards of Distinction will remain, as will our more social or educational events such as the Holiday Social, Ski Trip, and the Recreating Spaces series.
I've received more requests for next year's calendar of events than anything else. We are therefore sharing our TENTATIVE schedule of next year's events for everyone to "save the date". Enjoy!
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For 2016, we are inviting those member companies that sponsor our events in a significant way an opportunity to save.
We have put together sponsorship packages for those people interested in contributing $2,500 or more over the course of the year. All event sponsorships are included in this program, including popular events such as Spring Golf, the Awards of Distinction and the President's Gala, and our "new for 2016" event - the Industry Luncheon. If you are interested in learning more, please contact
Suzanne who would be happy to sit down with you to develop a package that works for both you and the HHHBA.
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Awards of Distinction
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We have created new and separate categories for Project of the Year - with separate awards being given for Low Rise Community of the Year, and Mid-High Rise Project of the Year.
Also, square footages have been altered in some categories to better reflect what is currently being constructed.
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2016 OHBA President
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John Meinen to be Elected 49th President of the Ontario Home Builders' Association
John Meinen will be elected President of the Ontario Home Builders' Association (OHBA) for 2015-2016 at the organization's Annual Meeting of Members being held September 28, 2015 at the Deerhurst Resort in Huntsville. John most recently served as the association's 1st Vice President and has been a member of the Executive Committee since 2011. John has been a long-time advocate for the association and industry.
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Improving the Growth Plan
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OHBA commissioned the following report - "Improving the Growth Plan - A Commentary" by former Assistant Deputy Minister Brad Graham and Economist Tom McCormack.
Brad and Tom provide this "Commentary" as independent experts. Brad provides some historical information on the policy decisions - like the creation of the Whitebelt - while Tom provides his practitioner expertise in making the 50 jobs/person per hectare with some employment opportunities. They include a list of "areas for action" for the government to improve the Growth Plan implementation.
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September Housing Starts in Hamilton
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Housing starts in Hamilton Census Metropolitan Area (CMA) were trending up at 2,059 units in September compared to 1,826 units in August, according to Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC).
Continue Reading...
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Upcoming Events & Committee Meetings
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OCTOBER 20
Annual General Meeting
Reception: 11:30 am
Program: 12 pm
Hamilton Golf & Country Club
OCTOBER 21
U40 Young Professionals Public Speaking Seminar
Run by Sandler Training
4:30pm in the HHHBA Board Room
Networking and nibblies to follow
NOVEMBER 14
President's Gala
Reception - 5:30 pm
Program - 6 pm
Liuna Station
Hamilton, ON
DECEMBER 2
Holiday Social Night
Eatalia Restaurant
Begins - 5:30 pm
Burlington, ON
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NEW EVENTS COMMITTEE
Next meeting:
Wednesday, October 22 at 9:30 am
HEALTH AND SAFETY
First Wednesday of every other month at NOON - light lunch is served. Next meeting November.
SALES AND MARKETING
1st Thursday of the month at
8:30 a.m.
RENOVATORS, SUPPLIERS and SUBTRADES
2nd Thursday of the month at
8:30 a.m.
DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL - open to all members
3rd Thursday of the month at 8:30a.m.
MEMBERSHIP
4th Thursday of the month at 8:30a.m.
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