The St. Thomas & Elgin Home Builders’ Association

09/25/2026

Six months ago, Ontario announced major HST savings on new homes. Now, there’s about six months left to take advantage. 🏡

If a new home has been on your mind, this is a good time to explore your options. Eligible buyers could save the full 13% HST on qualifying new homes valued up to $1 million—that’s potential savings of up to $130,000.

To qualify under this temporary program, your agreement of purchase and sale must be signed by March 31, 2027. Other eligibility requirements and construction timelines apply.

Whether you’re looking for a quick possession home or dreaming of building your own, we can help you explore beautiful, energy-efficient options in St. Thomas and Aylmer.

Start the conversation now so you have time to find the right fit.

Contact Kelly to learn about available homes and what these savings could mean for you.
📞 519-859-0442
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 collierhomes.ca

Built for life – every step of the way.

*Conditions and eligibility requirements apply. Savings vary by home price and buyer eligibility.

09/24/2026

Put your brand in the spotlight at the 2026 Golden Hammer Awards!

Sponsorship opportunities are available now for a limited time, offering a great way to showcase your business while supporting and celebrating excellence in our local building industry.

Explore the available sponsorship opportunities at stehbaawards.ca and reach out soon to discuss availability.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the 2026 Golden Hammer Awards!

09/24/2026

09/22/2026

The clock is ticking! The 2026 Golden Hammer Awards submission window is closing SOON!

If you’re planning to enter this year’s awards, don’t wait until the last minute. Make sure your submission is completed before the window closes!

Submit your entry at stehbaawards.ca

Have questions or concerns about the deadline? Contact [email protected].

09/21/2026

09/18/2026

October Member Meeting + AMM 🏡

STEHBA Members — mark your calendars!

Our October Member Meeting is also our Annual Members Meeting (AMM) and we’d love to have you join us.
📅 Tuesday, October 6
⏰ 12:00–1:30 PM
📍 Wildflowers Farm | St. Thomas
We’re pleased to have OHBA joining us virtually for an industry update, bringing members up to speed on what’s happening provincially and the issues impacting our industry.

We’ll also take care of our annual association business, share local updates, look ahead to what’s coming for STEHBA, and leave plenty of time for conversation and connection.

Your involvement matters. Our association is strongest when our members are engaged, informed and part of the conversation.
Lunch will be provided.

Registration is required through our Events Calendar. https://members.25percentmore.com/eventcalendar
We hope to see you there!

Ontario Home Builders' Association

09/16/2026

Did you know? When you become a member of STEHBA, you also receive automatic membership with both the Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA) and the Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA).

That means your membership connects you not only with our local building community, but with the industry at both the provincial and national levels.

Interested in becoming a member? Contact us today to learn more!

Ontario Home Builders' Association CHBA National

09/04/2026

Members in the Community!

Hey folks, in the September issue of Hometown St. Thomas Magazine, we highlight Doug Tarry Homes as it introduces the new 90 for 90 LifeARK. This all-electric home will be built and sold to raise at least $90,000 for Project Tiny Hope.

Read more here: https://online.flippingbook.com/view/1007242455/6/ =true

08/25/2026

Join us for our September Member Meeting generously hosted by Geerlinks Home Hardware Building Centre and Design Gallery on September 1, 5-7:30pm.

This relaxed, networking-style evening will give STEHBA members the opportunity to meet local municipal candidates, introduce themselves, ask questions, and have meaningful one-on-one conversations about the issues impacting our industry and our communities.

Rather than a formal speaking event, the evening is all about conversation, giving you the chance to get to know the people seeking to represent our communities while spending time with fellow STEHBA members.

Light refreshments and food will be served, and we’ll have a door prize too!

Registration is required via our website.
Non-members are welcome to inquire about attending by emailing [email protected]

08/18/2026

Are you the bottleneck in your own business?

The OHBA Ontario Renovators' Council is hosting an upcoming webinar, Why You Can't Scale Past Yourself: The Hidden Bottleneck in Every Growing Business.

Join James Graham, Founder of Scalify OS, as he shares practical strategies for building better systems, delegating effectively, and creating a business that can continue to grow without every decision landing on your desk.

If you're looking for ways to work more efficiently and set your business up for sustainable growth, this is a webinar worth checking out.



Ontario Home Builders' Association