Edmonton, AB - Pacesetter Homes Edmonton recently launched its new Augusta Executive Collection, which include eight models that offer luxury, location, and lifestyle at a more affordable price. The first showhome in the collection, The Ellerston in Jensen Lakes, is a two-storey, 2802-sq.-ft. home that features three bedrooms, two-and-a-half bathrooms, and a front attached double garage. Because it’s a production-built home, its higher-end look comes at a lower cost than what many might expect.

Winnipeg, MB – The Manitoba Home Builder’s Association capped off its longest running Fall Parade of Homes with a virtual awards gala held on October 23, where all of Qualico’s homebuilders went home with gold. The awards included 40 separate categories that were reviewed by volunteer judges. Qualico homebuilders took home a total of 11 Gold honours, the most in the past several years of the Fall Parade.

Calgary, AB – Qualico Communities Calgary ceremonially broke ground in Ambleton, a community 15 years in the making, on September 29, 2020 in Northwest Calgary. The new community of Ambleton, located just north of Evanston, is comprised of 64.7 hectares (160 acres) and will be developed through eight phases, totaling over 1,200 homes when complete.

Calgary, AB - Since 2014, Star Building Materials Calgary has coordinated and sponsored Ride Through the Rockies, an impressive fundraising cycling event in support of Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta. To date, the event has raised over $700,000, and with a collective attitude of “the show must go on,” the 2020 event was successful as a virtual ride, amidst COVID-19 restrictions.

Edmonton, AB - Festival Place, Sherwood Park’s beloved arts and culture venue, reopened its doors to the public on September 17, after having shut down in mid-March due to COVID-19 regulations. With a partnership going back 20 years, Qualico Communities Edmonton stepped up to design a new lounge for the facility.

Edmonton, AB - Over the past two years, StreetSide Developments Edmonton has been finding special ways to recognize employees and customers through its Above & Beyond program. This program was created as a means to promote two pillars of Qualico’s approach of Principles for Success, including Employee Engagement and Customer Satisfaction.

Austin, TX - Pacesetter Homes Texas will need more room in its trophy case after scooping up several honours at this year’s Marketing and Advertising Excellence (MAX) Awards, presented by the Home Builders Association of Greater Austin. The MAX Awards, which celebrate the achievements and outstanding service of builder, developer, remodeler, and associate members, received nearly 400 submissions this year.

Calgary, AB - The BILD Calgary Region Awards celebrate the most creative and professional work in the Calgary homebuilding industry, and this year, NuVista Homes received the award for Best Townhome/Villa, $300-$380K. The award was given to The Pearson, a home that was designed using feedback from homebuyers, making it a unique model that reflects customer demand.

Edmonton, AB – Buying a new home is an exciting endeavour and it is now easier than ever for Edmonton homebuyers to incorporate a designer’s touchinto their new home. designQ Edmonton has launched a new and innovative e-commerce site for homebuyers, allowing them to shop for the furniture and décor they’ve seen displayed in showhomes of Qualico’s homebuilders.

Edmonton, AB – Kevin Van, President & CEO, is pleased to announce that Mike Saunders, Vice-President, Development, Qualico Commercial, has been appointed Senior Vice-President, Qualico Properties. This is a new role in Qualico’s newest business vertical. Mike will be reporting directly to Qualico’s President & CEO.

Edmonton & Calgary, AB – Empire Drywall is experiencing a significant year of growth in 2020, despite the challenges the industry has been facing in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Company-wide sales since the end of June are up 10 per cent compared to the same period in 2019, and residential job starts in Edmonton are up about 35 per cent to date (from 390 to 535 compared to the same period, January - June, 2019). In addition, the company has hired for various new positions and has completed two of its largest projects to date.

Winnipeg, MB – In a year that has so far presented some unique challenges for the building construction industry, Building Products & Concrete Supply (BP Concrete) has been working hard to ensure it sees continued business growth, while also celebrating its 100th anniversary.