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Navigating the Federal Buidling Program

June 18, 2026 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (EDT)

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The GOHBA Mentorship & Education Committee is proud to present Cathy Mitchell (BMO) and Todd Storms (Soloway Wright LLP)  as part of the 2026 Webinar Series. 

Join us for an informative webinar on the emerging Build Canada Homes (BCH) initiative and what it could mean for the residential construction industry.

Featuring Todd Storms of Soloway Wright LLP and Cathy Mitchell, Mortgage Specialist at BMO, this session will explore the evolving BCH framework from both legal and financing perspectives. Topics will include project eligibility, agreements and partnerships, financing considerations, municipal approvals, compliance requirements, and construction lien and holdback considerations. This webinar is designed to help members better understand the opportunities, risks, and considerations surrounding the proposed BCH initiative as details continue to develop.

Thursday, June 18, 2026
1:00pm-2:00pm

*This is a FREE webinar for all GOHBA members*

Meet the Speakers:

Cathy Mitchell,Mortgage Specialist, Bank of Montreal (BMO)

Cathy Mitchell is a BMO Mortgage Specialist based in Ottawa, Ontario, committed to helping clients make confident and informed home financing decisions. With a strong focus on personalized service, Cathy takes the time to understand each client’s unique financial situation and long-term goals, ensuring tailored mortgage solutions that truly fit their needs. She supports a wide range of clients—from first-time homebuyers navigating the market for the first time to experienced homeowners looking to refinance, invest, or renovate.

Cathy guides her clients through every step of the mortgage process, from pre-approval to closing, with clear communication and expert advice. Known for her approachable and detail-oriented style, she strives to make the experience as smooth and stress-free as possible.  Cathy is dedicated to helping clients achieve their homeownership goals across Canada with confidence.

Todd Storms, Partner, Soloway Wright Lawyers

Todd practices primarily in the areas of construction law and commercial litigation. For Construction he frequently advises owners, general contractors, subcontractors, governments, suppliers and builders in contract review, procurement, tender issues, and other construction matters, as well as construction litigation, construction liens and arbitration. As a commercial litigator, Todd’s practice encompasses shareholder disputes, contract disputes, mortgage remedies, commercial tenancy issues, and bankruptcy and insolvency litigation. Todd has appeared before all levels of Court in Ontario, as well as appearing in the Maritimes, Quebec, Alberta and British Columbia. He has also appeared before a number of administrative tribunals, Royal Commission, and committees of Parliament on behalf of clients. Todd is also available to act as a mediator on commercial and construction disputes.


*This is a member-exclusive live webinar session. You will receive the link to the live session in your event confirmation message.

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Greater Ottawa Home Builders' Association
Name: Christina Pliatsika
Email: christina@gohba.ca
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