Application for Membership

The undersigned hereby applies for membership in the Canadian Home Builders’ Association through the local Association in Prince Edward Island Membership at the local level will also entitle you to be a member of the National level.

Information Disclosure Consent for All Membership Categories:

It is the mandate of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association at all levels, local, provincial and national, to provide information, promote membership and foster communication, i.e. catalogues of members, internet information, new products and services, etc.  The applicant hereby consents to the use of the information in this application for such purposes (banking and credit card information exempted) by all levels of the CHBA.

Declaration for all Membership Categories:

I hereby make application for membership in the Canadian Home Builders’ Association.

I certify that none of the principals of this company has been refused membership, refused renewal of membership or had membership revoked by any level of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association, across Canada.

I state that all information contained on this application to be true and accurate and I authorize the Association to undertake investigative procedures to confirm the accuracy of such information including but not limited to a verification of the credit worthiness of the application and reference checks.  The Board of Directors reserves the right to reject any application for membership in the Association, or to defer consideration of an application.  Should my application be rejected, I agree to fully indemnify and save harmless the Association and its directors from any and all loss, cost, claims or damage of whatever kind and however arising as a result of such refusal of this application.

It is the mandate of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association at all levels, local, provincial and national, to provide information, promote membership and foster communication, i.e. catalogues of members, Internet information, new products and services, etc.  The applicant hereby consents to the use of the information in this application for such purposes (banking and credit card information exempted) by all levels of the CHBA.

Acceptance of Bylaws and Code of Ethics – for all Members:

I hereby acknowledge receipt of the Association’s Bylaws and Code of Ethics, and I promise to operate my firm in accordance with the spirit and intent of these Bylaws and Code of Ethics.  I understand that violation of any Bylaw or any portion of the Code of Ethics will be subject to disciplinary procedures as set out in the Bylaws.

CHBA CODE of ETHICS

Members shall comply with applicable building codes of Canada as a minimum standard for construction and shall work toward its improvement in the interests of structural sufficiency, safety and health.

Members shall plan their sites and homes to conform to the principles of good community planning and support for the environment.

Members shall deal justly with their employees, subcontractors, and suppliers of all goods and services.

Members shall deal honestly and fairly with their customers and stand behind the quality of their work and service commitments.

Members shall exchange information and experience, and encourage research on materials, technical advancements and building techniques in order to provide the best value for their customers.

Members shall avoid all conduct or practice detrimental to the house building industry, to the Association, to the good name or reputation of any of its members, or its customers.

Members shall commit to continuing learning through human resource policies and practices, including employment practices which treat employees as assets.

Members shall actively promote health and safety principles.

Members shall treat their competitors, including their property and ideas, with respect.

These responsibilities are freely and solemnly assumed as they form part of an obligation as a member of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association.

Builder, Renovator & Developer Requirements:

Those applying for membership as a Builder, Renovator or Developer must complete the following;

If you are applying in the builder/renovator/developer category please supply proof of membership or compliance with the following:

Additional Declaration for New Home Builders, Renovators and Developers Specifically:

I commit that all new homes built by my company that are eligible for warranty will be enrolled in a new home warranty program.

I accept that where Association-required industry designation programs are in place, the company will achieve and maintain the required designations.

I agree that where Association-required voluntary health and safety program is available, our company will participate in this program.