Fall Meetings

CHBA National Fall Meetings

October 21-25, 2024 | Ottawa, ON | Fairmont Château Laurier

Schedule

Click here to access a PDF version of the schedule. Please note that if there is a discrepancy between the PDF and the online schedule, the online schedule should be used.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 21 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25

MONDAY, OCTOBER 21

MONDAY, October 21, 2024

9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Net Zero Council
(Adam Room - lobby level)
The NZC supports innovation in our industry with the goal of creating a market advantage for CHBA members. The mandate of the Council is to deliver services that will support members’ voluntary adoption of Net Zero housing. Members of the Net Zero Council are expected to attend, and Provincial/Local EOs are strongly encouraged to attend. Any other CHBA member and HBA staff who has an interest in the NZC are welcome to attend.

12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Luncheon - view menu here
(Canadian Room - lower level)
Please make sure to select the lunch for this day during your event registration if you plan on attending.

6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Executive Committee
CHBA's Executive Committee of the Board oversees the ongoing direction of the Association on the Board's behalf. Members of the Executive Committee are expected to attend.
Note: This meeting is open only to Executive Committee members.

To learn more about our committees and councils, click here.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2024

9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Technical Research Committee
(Adam Room - lobby level)
The TRC discusses technical research and innovation, as well as codes, standards and regulations affecting how homes are constructed. Members of the Technical Research Committee are expected to attend, and provincial EOs are strongly encouraged to attend. All other CHBA members and HBA staff with an interest in housing technology are welcome to attend.

12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Luncheon - view menu here
(Canadian Room - lower level)
Please make sure to select the lunch for this day during your event registration if you plan on attending.

5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
CHBA Members Reception at Hotel
(Canadian Room - lower level)
Before heading out to your evening/dinner plans, join us for a key networking opportunity to catch up with old colleagues and meet new ones from all across our great country and association. Cash bar will be available.

To learn more about our committees and councils, click here.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2024

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Modular Construction Council
(Adam Room - lobby level)
The Modular Construction Council supports the increasing role of factory-built modular construction in the building industry. Members of Modular Construction Council are expected to attend, and provincial EOs are strongly encouraged to attend. All other CHBA members and HBA staff with an interest in factory-based construction, productivity improvement, technical research and innovation are welcome to attend.

12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Luncheon - view menu here
(Laurier Room - lobby level)
Please make sure to select the lunch for this day during your event registration if you plan on attending.

1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Canadian Renovators' Council
(Adam Room - lobby level)
The CRC addresses the professional interests of renovators and issues impacting their businesses. Members of the CRC are expected to attend, and Provincial EOs are strongly encouraged to attend. Any other CHBA member and HBA staff who has an interest in CRC is welcome to attend.

5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
EOC Roundtable
(Adam Room - lobby level)
The EOC is a resource for supporting the professional development of Association staff and provides advice to the Board of Directors on issues of importance. Senior staff members from local, provincial and national levels of the Association are expected to attend, and other HBA staff are welcome. Note: This meeting is open only to Executive Officers and HBA staff.

~9:30 p.m.
Casual Meet-Up
(Heart and Crown, 67 Clarence Street)
For those looking to continue networking after they've had a bite to eat, head over to the Heart and Crown. All welcome.

To learn more about our committees and councils, click here.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24

THURSDAY, October 24, 2024

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Urban Council
(Canadian Room - lower level)
The Urban Council is focused on issues that affect how Canadian communities grow and develop, including municipal infrastructure investments, new home taxes, fees, levies and charges, and development regulations. Members of the Urban Council are expected to attend, and Provincial EOs are strongly encouraged to attend. Any other CHBA member and HBA staff who has an interest in the Urban Council is welcome to attend.

12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Luncheon - view menu here
(Laurier Room - lobby level)
Please make sure to select the lunch for this day during your event registration if you plan on attending.

1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Board of Directors Meeting (Part 1)
(Canadian Room - lower level)
Responsible for the overall governance of the Association, the Board meets to set key policies and direction at the national level. Members of the Board and Provincial EOs are expected to attend. All other CHBA members and HBA staff are encouraged to attend.

7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Networking Fun Night – The Manor Lounge
(on Elgin St.)
Join us at The Manor Lounge, Ottawa’s hottest new place to eat, drink and be merry. Just a short walk from the Chateau Laurier Hotel, this fun evening will feature a casual stand-up dinner, games and activities, and lots of great networking with your colleagues..

To learn more about our committees and councils, click here.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2024

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
CHBA Board of Directors Breakfast - view menu here
(Canadian Room - lower level)
Breakfast open to all who are attending the CHBA Board of Directors Meeting. Please make sure to select the breakfast during your event registration if you plan on attending.

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
CHBA Board of Directors Meeting (Part 2)
(Canadian Room - lower level)
Responsible for the overall governance of the Association, the Board meets to set key policies and direction at the national level. Members of the Board and Provincial EOs are expected to attend. All other CHBA members and HBA staff are encouraged to attend.

To learn more about our committees and councils, click here.

About the Meetings

During CHBA's Fall Meetings, the National Committees and Councils and Board of Directors meet in Ottawa to conduct the business of the association. These are important meetings for National Committee/Council/Board members and their associated EOs to attend, to advance both the business of the national association as well as that of local and provincial HBAs.

Accommodations

Fairmont Château Laurier
1 Rideau Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1N 8S7
https://www.fairmont.com/laurier-ottawa/

CHBA's room block is no longer open (the deadline was September 20 to book). Please contact the hotel directly to see if they have availability.

Parking
Valet/On-site Parking – Limited to Registered Hotel Guests through Valet Parking Service only at the rate of $53.00 per day, plus tax. Prices are subject to change without notice.

For local meeting/event attendees, restaurant patrons, and registered guests who wish to self-park, alternate parking is available within a short distance of the hotel.

Travel Reimbursement Policy

For information on CHBA’s travel policy for its national committees, councils, and board of directors, including links to the appropriate claim forms, please see this page.