Important Dates:

Submissions Open for Entries - April 3, 2026

Submissions Deadline - July 24, 2026

Criteria Validation - July 27 - August 6, 2026

Judging - August 7 - 21, 2026

Auditing - September 1 - 4, 2026

Finalists Announced - September 9, 2026

People's Choice Award Voting - September 9 - October 2, 2026

43rd Housing Design Awards Gala - November 7, 2026

Entry Fees:

Main Submitter - $175.00 (plus HST) per submission.

Co-Submitter - $175.00 (plus HST) per submission.

Finalist Fees:

Main Submitter - $175 (plus HST) pers submission.

Co-Submitter - $175 (plus HST) per submission.

The main submitter is responsible for paying any applicable co-submitter fees at the time of submission and may arrange reimbursement directly with their co-submitters. The collection or distribution of these payments is not the responsibility of GOHBA. This updated system was implemented to significantly reduce administrative processing and staff time spent following up on payments, creating a more efficient process for everyone involved. All submission fees must be paid in full by October 1, 2026, or the entry may be subject to disqualification.