OHBA CONGRATULATES 2026 AWARDS OF DISTINCTION WINNERS
Celebrating Excellence within Ontario's Home Building Industry
Collingwood, Ontario, Sept. 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2026 OHBA Awards of Distinction (AoD). This annual awards program recognizes the creativity, innovation and excellence of builders, renovators, developers and service professionals within Ontario’s dynamic residential construction industry. Categories span seven groupings, including renovation, architectural design, room design, image and advertising, on-site sales presentation, and the coveted Prestige Awards.
The winners were revealed last night at the Awards of Distinction Gala. The evening brought together industry leaders, experts, and members to recognize the remarkable accomplishments of Ontario’s residential construction industry.
2026 OHBA Awards of Distinction - Top Honours
Builder of the Year - Large Volume: Menkes Developments Ltd., of Toronto
Menkes has spent over 70 years proving that excellence in homebuilding is a sustained commitment to quality, innovation, community, and integrity across every project, every team, and every relationship.
In 2023, Menkes delivered over 1,700 residential suites, and in 2025 delivered a record-breaking 2,600 suites across five buildings, following its award-winning legacy as Canada's Top High-Rise Builder for two consecutive years.
Menkes' culture of integrity, diversity, and mentorship ensures the company continues to attract and retain the industry's best talent. Menkes is proud to develop our staff through coaching and mentoring opportunities internally and by exposing employees to cross-functional collaboration. Mentorship opportunities within departments, collaboration and recognition are important to our entire organization and a testament to our commitment is evident through the abundance of long-tenured employees. Menkes prides itself on not only employing but retaining industry experts.
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