Greater Ottawa Home Builders

The Greater Ottawa Home Builders' Association (GOHBA) is a prestigious organization that has been serving the residential housing industry since 1951. As the proud voice for excellence in home building, we bring together builders, developers, renovators, trade contractors, suppliers, and manufacturers to create a unified community that strives for excellence.

Our mission is to create competitive advantage for our members by advocating for effective regulatory change, providing business development forums, and delivering professional education and recognition programs. We are dedicated to promoting affordability, quality, and choice for consumers, and we do so by upholding a strong code of ethics that ensures our members conduct their business with professionalism, integrity, and transparency.

Our Services

At GOHBA, we offer a wide range of services that cater to the diverse needs of our members. Our training opportunities, membership directory, and industry links provide our members with the tools they need to stay ahead in the industry. We also host various events, including the Building Innovation Showcase, HOWL Housing Design Awards, and Sales & Marketing Awards, which celebrate excellence and innovation in home building.

Moreover, our RenoMark program is designed to connect homeowners with trusted and professional renovators who can help them achieve their renovation goals. Our RenoMark contractors undergo a rigorous vetting process, which includes a thorough background check, proof of insurance, and a commitment to adhering to our code of ethics. This ensures that our members can trust that they are working with a reputable and reliable partner.

Our Values

At GOHBA, we pride ourselves on our values of pride, collaboration, innovation, professionalism, and loyalty. We are proud to be good civic partners, making meaningful changes in the community we live in by implementing sound municipal policies. We believe in the power of collaboration, which is why we partner with external stakeholders to amplify our voice and create a stronger, more effective community.

We facilitate innovation in all facets of home building, from regulatory affairs to building science, and we expect professionalism from our members in all business affairs. We believe in clarity, consistency, and equity in the operations of the Association with our members, and we are committed to upholding a strong code of ethics that ensures our members conduct their business with integrity and transparency.