Business View-Oct 2023

24 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 10, ISSUE 10 Additionally, the organization hosts several different events to provide education and inform members of the advocacy efforts being made. These include a monthly builder breakfast and a half-day education symposium called Building U. The association is also working on an updated website and is continually revisiting ways best to communicate with members. “Communication is really important to us. We want to make sure that our members are aware of all the things that we’re doing,” she remarks. CHBA Edmonton Region relies on robust partnerships across various levels, encompassing collaboration with local real estate associations, land development groups, and other building organizations. These partnerships extend to provincial and national collaborations, such as with the Canadian Home Builders Association (CHBA) at the national level and provincial partners like BILD Alberta. “These entities work together frequently and share the common goal of advancing the industry’s interests in tandem with municipal partners,” says Bruno. “I feel like the collaboration is a really important part of that, us working together towards achieving these collective goals.” The dedicated team CHBA Edmonton also plays a pivotal role in realizing these objectives. “We have some core values as a team that are important to us. And the number one is to be member-centric. We are ultimately here for the betterment of our membership, and the betterment of the industry. We’re a small team, but we’re a mighty team. We get a lot done by truly working together to execute our strategic plan. A lot of that happens through good communication, trust, openness, and honesty,” she adds. Moving forward, some of the key concerns for CHBA Edmonton Region include finding a balance between energy efficiency and affordability in housing. Bruno notes the importance of taking a deliberate and transitional approach to make sure that efficiency initiatives do not compromise housing affordability. Additionally, the organization is focused on guaranteeing consistency in permitting and inspections within the city, while they work to streamline the construction process. Overall, she says CHBA Edmonton Region remains dedicated to advocating for its members and the residential construction industry, actively addressing these concerns. As a final thought Bruno remarks, “Our vision is to be the voice shaping the future of our industry. That’s ultimately what we’re trying to do, as we continue to support our membership in building a great region.”