Industry Profile: Bob Finnigan
Bob Finnigan is one busy man. Not only is he the head of the Ontario Home Builders Association, he is also the Chief Operating Officer at Heathwood Homes. Recently he took time out of his busy schedule to discuss the role of the OHBA, what he views as is
3 reasons to visit Avant at Riverbend in London
If you’re looking for a new townhome in London, Ontario, then you need to visit Avant at Riverbend by Fusion Homes. There are countless reasons why you’ll probably find your new home at Avant, but we’re going to go ahead and list three specific ones.
Candidates Share Visions for Getting Toronto’s House in Order
The Mayoral Debate put on by the Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA) was supposed to be the three primary candidates squaring off to talk about new development in the city of Toronto. At the 11th hour, though, incumbent Rob Ford quit the race for
OHBA Announces 2014 Awards of Distinction Finalists
It’s that time of year again - the Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA) has announced the finalists of the 2014 Awards of Distinction! There are 39 categories, measuring building quality, design, sales, and marketing. Builders across the province
4 reasons Sunningdale is London’s most desirable neighbourhood
If you’ve been keeping your eye out for the perfect neighbourhood and community to call home in London, Ontario, then you have to tour the model home at Sunningdale Green by Fusion Homes.The Sunningdale neighbourhood of north London actually is one of
OHBA and Liberals Aim to Improve College of Trades
Following the Liberals’ majority win earlier this month, Newinhomes.com caught up with CEO of the Ontario Home Builders Association (OHBA), Joe Vaccaro to see how he suspects the housing industry will be affected. Optimistically, as many leaders are in
5 new home communities for empty nesters
It’s been a while since we shared a collection of new home communities for empty nesters. As Ontario’s housing market takes a breather and more high density communities are being built outside of major urban centres, there are many options for empty
A Rooftop Oasis in the City Desert
The green movement is alive and well in Ontario and many organizations are accepting and promoting initiatives to reduce our society’s demand for energy, resource management and waste reduction. One of the latest developments comes from the Federation of
Arkell Lofts: Loft-Style Living in The Royal City
Located in the heart of Wellington County and referred to as “The Royal City,” Guelph has consistently been rated one of the top places to live in Canada. Boasting one of Ontario’s lowest crime rates, the city is steeped in history, host of the popular
New appeal body replaces OMB, sort of
The City of Toronto this week announced it had established an independent appeal body to “provide quick and efficient hearings on appeals of land use decisions made by the Committee of Adjustment” — and in doing so, replaced the much-maligned Ontario
