OHBA Master Renovators Summit

Building the Future Renovator

Ontario’s renovation industry is changing. Is your business ready for what comes next?

Join renovators, builders, industry leaders, and technical experts for a full day focused on the trends, technologies, and opportunities shaping the future of our sector.

This year’s summit will explore emerging technologies, evolving building practices, new market opportunities, and the future of the renovation industry, delivering practical insights to help strengthen your business and lead confidently in a changing market.

Friday, November 6, 2026
8:00 am – 6:00 pm
The Symes | 150 Symes Rd., Old Toronto

Space is Limited – Register Now!

Registration

Invest in the knowledge, connections, and tools your business needs to succeed in a changing renovation market.

OHBA Member Rate: $149.99 + HST
Non-Member Rate: $169.99 + HST

What’s Included:

Access to the full educational program
Access to the Innovation Lounge Tradeshow
Breakfast, Lunch & Refreshments
Post-Event Networking Reception
Opportunities to connect with industry colleagues, experts, and partners
Practical insights and resources to support your business

Secure your spot at the 2026 OHBA Master Renovators’ Summit. Only 150 spots available.
Registration is open to members and non-members.

Event Agenda

8:00 am – 9:00 am – Registration & Networking Breakfast
Check in, enjoy a light breakfast, and connect with colleagues and partners before the day’s program begins.

Breakfast provided by:

9:00 am – 9:15 am – Building the Future Renovator: Preparing for Tomorrow’s Housing Market
Welcome Remarks – OHBA Chair

9:15 am – 10:00 am – The Future Renovation Market: What It Means for Your Business
Explore the forces reshaping Ontario’s renovation market, from changing homeowner expectations and energy performance to affordability, technology and evolving housing needs – and what these trends mean for renovators and their businesses.

The session will examine the practical factors influencing homeowner energy and construction decisions, including upfront costs, long-term affordability, reliability, resiliency, comfort and consumer preferences, and the opportunities these changing priorities create for renovators.

Gord Cooke, Founder, Building Knowledge Canada

10:05 am – 10:50 am – Leading the Digital Renovation Business: Technology for Better Projects and Better Buildings
How AI, digital tools and emerging technologies are changing project delivery, customer service and high-performance renovation – and how renovators can put them to work in their businesses.

10:50 am – 11:20 am – Networking Break & Innovation Lounge

Meet training providers, certification organizations, technology partners and workforce development programs.

11:20 am – 12:05 pm – The Future of Renovator Licensing in Ontario: Industry Forum
A facilitated discussion on raising professionalism, protecting consumers and shaping the future of Ontario’s renovation industry.

Ontario remains without a dedicated licensing framework for renovators. As consumer expectations, regulatory requirements and project complexity continue to grow, what could a modern renovator licensing framework look like – and what would it mean for renovators, consumers and the industry?

12:05 pm – 1:00 pm – Networking Lunch

Lunch provided by:

1:00 pm – 1:45 pm – Unlocking the Missing Middle: New Opportunities for Renovators
Ontario’s housing policies are increasingly encouraging gentle density through duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes, laneway suites and accessory dwelling units (ADUs). These projects represent significant new opportunities for renovation professionals – but they also require a different mix of technical expertise, regulatory knowledge and project management capabilities.

1:50 pm – 2:45 pm – The High-Performance Renovation Playbook
Explore how renovators can take a whole-house approach to improving existing homes, combining energy assessments, building science, building-envelope improvements, airtightness, insulation, high-efficiency mechanical systems and smart sequencing to achieve better performance.

Drawing on CHBA’s Net Zero Renovation research and practical tools, the session will focus on cost-effective roadmaps that help renovators and homeowners prioritize upgrades, phase improvements, and deliver measurable results.

2:45 pm – 3:05 pm – Networking Break & Innovation Lounge
Connect with partners to learn more about the products and services available to support your business.

3:05 pm – 3:50 pm – Leading the Next Generation: Building a Future-Ready Renovation Business
Create a stronger, more adaptable business through leadership, culture and continuous learning.

Explore how renovation leaders can build teams that are engaged, adaptable and ready for a changing market. The session will focus on leadership strategies for developing people, creating a culture of continuous learning, embracing new technologies and practices, and positioning the business to capitalize on the growing demand for high-performance renovation.

3:50 pm – 4:00 pm – Building What Comes Next: From Ideas to Action
Key takeaways and practical actions from the day to help renovators strengthen their businesses, embrace innovation and capitalize on emerging opportunities.

4:00 pm – 6:00 pm – Networking Reception
Continue conversations with peers, educators, training providers, technology partners and energy-efficiency experts.

Networking Reception hosted by:

Agenda and speakers are subject to change. Additional speaker announcements will be shared as they are confirmed.

Don’t Miss Out – Secure Your Spot Today!

Sponsorship & Exhibitor Opportunities

Put your organization in front of Ontario’s renovation professionals and industry leaders. Sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities offer valuable visibility, meaningful connections, and a chance to showcase the products, services, and solutions that help renovation businesses prepare for what’s next.

To learn more about available opportunities, contact connect@ohba.ca.