This Association delivers the total value. We work in conjunction with our local, provincial and municipal bodies to ensure Canadians can purchase and renovate homes. We are here to make sure home ownership is a good investment and by doing so we are helping members is more profitable in their business. Our single mission is to achieve an environment in which our members can operate profitably. The three levels of our Association work to create business conditions that increase your opportunities for success.
Networking is one benefit as a member. Networking gives you access and the support of your peers. Your HBA Committee deals with business developments that are important to you. Local HBA Dinner meetings, such as this one, Home Shows, Golf Tournaments and other activities provide excellent opportunities to network your business in your community. Committees and events provide excellent ways for you to participate. Wither you are a new home builder, renovator, supplier, trade contractor or service provider, there is a local, provincial, and national committee or Council that deals with issues that matter to your business.
Information sharing is vital for our dynamic industry. Monthly meeting participation is an excellent opportunity for you as a person in this industry to make important business contact that strengthens your business. “Home Builder”, the official CHBA magazine, features the latest industry news, economic forecast, product information and business management information. As well as the quarterly news paper the National covers industry developments and issues, and Associations across Canada. As well, Monthly reports keep you informed about national issues, taxation, and economic trends of significance for the home building industry these are available online or at our office on West St. Also, just for your benefit the CHBA-WN has a board/ training room that is available to members for meeting space, training, and product demonstrations.
By being a member you have the privilege of influencing your industry and this is perhaps on one of the most important things. The collective voice of membership gives every member influence on the business environment to share. How is this influence helping? The 5% down payment program is letting thousands of Canadians become home owners more quickly. Use of RRSP funds for mortgage down payments that is letting many home buyers tap into their retirement savings to make a new home investment. Te capital gains tax exemption for principal residences- Something the CHBA has fought to protect. The tax rebate for new home purchases and rental construction. These important housing initiatives exist because members worked together to make them happen.
Perhaps yet another perk of being a member are the options to lower your business cost. Programs available to members include fuel purchase discounts, business telecommunication plans, office supply program and hotel and car rental plans.
By being a member you are connecting with the consumer and you are helping to stop bad things from happening… and you are helping to build business alliances for each and every person involved with this association. Your involvement in the Association provides ongoing opportunities to connect with other business people in your community. Membership gives you access to information and resources that can help you manage your business more effectively. Membership means that your business concerns are being voices to government at all levels. And membership means you have a voice in setting the future for our industry.
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