Today, Ontario needs you more than ever.
As our housing needs continue to grow, your role in the residential construction industry has never been more important. Whether you're just starting out or have years of experience, your skills, dedication, and commitment are essential. We need you to keep doing the tough jobs, to keep building your career, training, and growing, because your continued work is what will help house Ontarians faster and with better solutions.
As you know, the province is counting on its skilled professionals to help deliver on 1.5 million new homes by 2031.
And while Ontario’s residential construction industry is full of highly skilled, inspiring, and talented people like you, we need to continue investing in our workforce by making upskilling and professional development available to help them continue to grow, adapt, and remain in the industry for years to come.
That’s why OHBA Futures Faster exists—to provide a valuable, mentored upskilling program that cultivates new talent and helps retain experienced professionals through accessible, fully funded learning opportunities. Your knowledge and expertise are vital to making homes more attainable for everyone across the province.
Why You’ll Be in High Demand
If we’re going to all pull in the same direction to meet Ontario’s housing goals, we need as many people as possible to maximize their contribution to the industry, by making the most of their potential and advancing their careers.
As the industry evolves, so does the demand for skilled, forward-thinking professionals. By continuing to invest in new and specialized skills, you won’t just keep up—you’ll stand out. Whether you’re in building, design, development, engineering, real estate, policy, product supply, consulting, non-profit, governance, or education, your growing expertise will open new doors and make you an invaluable part of an industry that needs strong talent more than ever.
You Can Help Build a Stronger Ontario
Have you ever wondered what kind of a difference your work and skills make right here in Ontario?
Whether you’re just beginning a career in residential construction, or have been developing your skills for years, you’re working towards something that lasts, that supports local communities just like yours, and that makes life better through creating more affordable homes and vibrant neighbourhoods.
OHBA Futures Faster can help make this possible by supporting you, helping you learn and develop the skills and expertise needed to make even more of a positive long-term impact—and to leave your mark. When you help plan, design, or build new homes, or renovate existing ones, and feel that sense of accomplishment, of having done something good, everyone benefits.
Job Security and Stability—For the Long Term
The journey ahead to the 2031 housing goal and beyond is full of exciting possibilities! You’re in a career that offers long-term job opportunity, security, and countless ways to grow and thrive in the industry.
If you’re asking yourself, ‘How should I advance my career?’ or ‘What skills should I develop next to keep up with where the industry is headed?’, then OHBA Futures Faster can help you find the answers. The program is designed to accelerate your career by pairing you with a mentor or mentee, so you can both support one another in setting goals and upskilling to future-proof your careers.
Industry professionals who continue to upskill will be in demand for years to come. By actively pursuing career opportunities and building your skills, you’ll strengthen your long-term employability and enjoy all the benefits that come with it. When you make a positive impact in Ontario, while seeing your skills translate into job growth and success, it’s a win-win.
There are so many ways for us to ensure Ontario’s housing goals are confidently met, and we’ll get there thanks to the skills, dedication, and hard work of professionals like you, who continue to invest in themselves and make a real difference every day.
Interested in learning more about the OHBA Futures Faster mentored upskilling program that offers funded micro-credential training to help you take the next step forward in your career?
Get started and fill out our eligibility form now.*
*Program details, availability, and eligibility are accurate as of the date of publication and may change over time. Please explore the OHBA Futures Faster website for the most current information.
