Entry Process

On-Line Submission IS CLOSED

EXHIBIT REQUIREMENTS DEADLINE: July 5, 2011 - 5:00 PM
Entry form must include acknowledgment and authorizing signature.

Before you begin:

• Category Confirmation: You can print-out the Category names only and/or the Category Descriptions & Requirements.

Download PDF of
Category Descriptions & Requirements

• Login: Create an account or if you have already done so this year, login to start the Submission process.
• Once you have registered and have an account you can leave the site and return at any time using your email address and password.

To begin the entry process: Click on "Start A Submission" link on the Login Home Page or menu bar in green above.

Step One: Select A Category

• Click on a "Category Group" to view the list.
• Choose a Category you want to submit to.
• If you want to submit to the selected category, click: "I want to submit to this category" located on the bottom of the selected Category page.

Step Two: Select A Company

• Select a company you wish to submit to this category and click on the "Select" button.
• If the company you wish to select is not available, click on the "Add A Company" button and enter the required information and click on Review.
• Once you are satisfied with the information you entered click on "Save And Continue" (this will take you back to the submission process).

Please note: You will NOT be able to make changes once you have saved this I information. Please double-check for accuracy before you save and proceed.

Step Three: Select A Project

• Select a project of the company you wish to submit to this category and click on the "Select" button.
• If this is your first submission with this company, then you will need to add a project by clicking on the "Add A Project" button.
• Once you are satisfied with the project information you entered click on "Save and Continue"
• You can add as many projects as necessary.

Please note: You will NOT be able to make changes once you have saved this I information. Please double-check for accuracy before you save and proceed.

Also Note: The Project has to be completed between June 23, 2010 until June 22, 2011.

Step Four: Additional Information

• Enter the required information for the category you are entering.
• Enter all relevant optional information that you feel is important for us to know.

Step Five: Review Your Submission

• Review the information you entered carefully by clicking the "Review" button on the bottom of the page.
• Click on "Make Changes" if you wish to adjust your submission.
• If you are satisfied with your submission click on "Add To Shopping Cart".

Once your submission is completed, you will be taken back to the Login Home page where you can start another submission or go to your "Shopping Cart" to begin the checkout process.

Note: The entry process is slightly different for the following categories:

33. Project of the Year - Low-Rise (Model homes must be open to the public)
34. Project of the Year - High or Mid-Rise (Must be 50% pre-sold)

• You will be notified on the Login Home page (in blue) once one of your projects is eligible to enter in to one of these categories. Once you see this notification click on the available link to start the entry process.
• You can click on the link “Click Here For Progress” to view the progress of all your projects.

35. Ontario Green Builder of the Year
36. Ontario Home Builder of the Year

• You will not be asked to add a project and for any additional information.

Step Six: Checkout Procedure

• When you have completed your entries and wish to check out, click on the "Your Shopping Cart" link on the Login Home page.
• Review your entries and "Proceed to Checkout".
• Through a secured server, you will be asked for your credit card information and a receipt will be e-mailed to you.
• You will then be directed to a page that will display a PDF copy of all of your entries.
• Print out each entry form, as it will need to be signed and to accompany the required exhibit materials for that entry.

*Each entry will have a unique entry number. This entry number will need to be written on all of your exhibit requirement materials.

Step Seven: Exhibit Requirements

DEADLINE JUNE 29, 2011 – 5:00 PM
Deliveries will only be accepted at KS+A offices, up to 5:00 pm.
(No extensions can be given.)

What to send in:

Exhibit Requirements are specific for each submission in each category.

PLEASE LABEL EACH ITEM WITHIN YOUR SUBMISSION PACKAGE WITH THE UNIQUE ENTRY NUMBER.

1. Each Entry Form MUST be signed by Builder or Builders’ representative, as authorization for submission.
2. A print-out of the Entry Form must accompany each entry. Paper clip the Entry Form to item(s) submitted. Do not use glue, tape or staples.
3. All Photographs MUST be labeled on the reverse side with the entry number (on your printed entry form), the project name, and builder/company.
4. All Photographs submitted must be in colour, in sizes as requested; 4 x 6 or 8.5 x 11, approximately. Digital colour prints will be accepted (must be a minimum resolution of 300 dpi).
5. Include a CD with copies of digital photos (300 dpi resolution, jpg format) submitted in addition to prints. Note: When labeling discs with the entry number, use only marker or full-face labels. Do not use standard mailing labels.
6. This CD must also contain the Narrative (MS Word format) and the Company/Project logo (Illustrator/eps format).
7. Each entry must be packaged individually and labeled to indicate entry number.

For your convenience click here to download mailing labels (Avery Standard 5164 – Address).

SEND EXHIBIT REQUIREMENTS TO:
OHBA Awards of Distinction Submissions
c/o Krista Slack + Aylett Inc.
125 – 20 Leslie Street
Toronto, ON M4M 3L4

If you have any questions please contact Mary Jo Penney at 416-752-9232, or at info@ohbaaod.ca

CHECK LIST:

The Exhibit Requirements package must contain labeled items:

AWARDS ENTRY FORM – print-out and sign each entry.

NARRATIVE - (where required) – print-out AND provide the file on electronic disk in MS Word format.

PHOTOS - required number of Photos (each labeled appropriately), print-out and provide digital jpg format (300 dpi).

CD must be clearly labeled with builder name and category.

OTHER MATERIALS - where indicated.

Entries not received in this manner cannot be accepted.

Entry Fees

All Categories are $90.48 each (plus 13% HST #122057771RT)

Sorry, no refunds can be given.

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