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The Greater Vancouver Home Builders' Association represents the residential construction industry in the Greater Vancouver Area. Dedicated to the professionalism of its members, GVHBA provides the following services:
- Liaison with local governments and housing industry groups.
- Education and training.
- Technical and economic information transfer.
- Public visibility and recognition.
- Opportunities to network.
GVHBA is affiliated with the Canadian Home Builders' Association at both the provincial and national levels. Established in 1974, it is the largest of the 12 local associations in British Columbia with more than 660 members, six full-time and one part-time staff. A Board of Directors, elected annually by the general membership, governs GVHBA.
Read about the history of GVHBA. Construction Business magazine's article (PDF format) about the association and its 30 years of service to members.
Peter E. Simpson, BIAE
Chief Executive Officer
Staff liaison Executive Committee, Board of Directors
E-mail: peter@gvhba.org
Larraine Lippiatt
Administrative Co-ordinator
Staff liaison for Suppliers' Council
E-mail: larraine@gvhba.org
Wendy McNeil, BA, Dipl.T
Director of Marketing & Education
Staff liaison for Education Committee, Technical Committee, Renovation Council, Parade of New Homes
E-mail: wendy@gvhba.org
Renée Auer, BA
Director of Membership Services
Staff liaison for Membership Committee
E-mail: renee@gvhba.org
Amy Spencer-Chubey, BA
Director of Government Relations
Christine Reid, BA
Marketing Co-ordinator
Staff liaison for Social Committee, Golf Tournament
Elizabeth Hicks, CGA
Financial Co-ordinator
Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association
#203, 15463 - 104 Avenue
Surrey, BC V3R 1N9
Phone: (604) 588-5036
Fax: (604) 588-5037
email: info@gvhba.org
To become a member of GVHBA, a company must submit an application form, bank reference, a minimum of two GVHBA member references, and two trade references. Builders should be a member of a third-party warranty program and be registered with the Homeowner Protection Office.
All applications for membership in GVHBA are circulated to the general membership for review prior to ratification by the Board of Directors. Upon ratification the new member agrees to abide by the GVHBA Code of Ethics. Memberships are renewed each year if the company remains in good standing with the association.
Learn more about joining GVHBA.
GVHBA members agree to abide by this Code of Ethics.
Complaints about GVHBA members are dealt with according to the Canadian Home Builders' Association Code For Disciplinary Action. A Complaints Committee addresses issues around possible improper conduct of members.
The Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association (GVHBA) has more than 660 member companies. Not only is it one of the largest associations in Canada, it is one of the most recognized for its participation in, and contributions to, the industry as a whole.
There is no better one-stop resource for members and consumers than GVHBA’s Contact 2008 Membership Directory. Our membership includes everyone from builders to renovators, developers to suppliers, other trade associations, financial institutions and a variety of other professionals.
GVHBA membership offers many benefits. Members are provided with relevant information on technological advances, design trends, consumer preferences, community planning initiatives, building practices, green building, government policy, housing statistics from across North America, as well as a wide range of education and training initiatives delivered in seminar, workshop or forum formats.
For consumers, visit www.gvhba.org to access timely, task-specific information on buying a new home or renovating an existing one. The association presents semi-annual parades of new homes and an annual parade of renovated homes. Also popular are the seminars on buying a first home, building a custom home or renovating a home to accommodate the changing needs of a growing – or shrinking – family. Our experienced staff can also help you find the desired information.
Whether buying a new home or renovating an existing one, consider a GVHBA member first.
Sincerely,
John Friswell RRP, RHP, CAPS, CGR
President
CCI Renovations
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