LHBA & The Tricar Group Host Recreational Soccer Tournament to Support London’s Veterans Village
May 26, 2026 – The London Home Builders’ Association (LHBA) in partnership with The Tricar Group present the 4th Annual Constructors Cup, Recreational Soccer Tournament with proceeds being donated to Homes for Heroes and London’s Veterans Village including match donation through the Fund for Change. The tournament will be played on Friday May 29, 2026 at Tricar Field in West London.
This tournament brings together up to 16 LHBA member teams to raise money for charity. Over the first 3 years, the event has raised a combined total of $167,000 including generous matching donations from The Tricar Group and matching through the Fund for Change by the generous anonymous donor family – administered by London Community Foundation.
This event has become a staple within LHBA’s Member Event calendar; with incredible thanks to The Tricar Group for their support in planning, hosting and participating in this event.
Media representatives are invited to attend the opening remarks and the tournament during the day.
Event Details:
- May 29, 2026 from 8:15 AM – 4:00 PM
- Tricar Field, 3800 Colonel Talbot Road London ON N6P 1H5
Opening & Closing Remarks:
The event will commence at 8:20am with opening remarks from Jared Zaifman (LHBA CEO). Closing remarks and trophy presentations will take place at approximately 3:30pm.
What to Expect:
- Our tournament has sold out again this year with 15 co-ed teams consisting of 12-15 players each, including LHBA members, friends, and colleagues, competing for a 2026 Constructors Cup Championship title. The tournament consists of 2 pools (competitive and recreational) and will follow a round-robin format, followed by pool semi-final and championship games.
- All proceeds from the tournament will be donated to Homes for Heroes and London’s Veterans Village.
- Participating teams from The Tricar Group, Cardinal Cabinetry Co, Drewlo Holdings Inc., Riverside Concrete Forming, XO Homes, MTE Consultants, Southside Group, Sifton Properties, Great Floors, North American Trade Schools (NATS), Starwood Homes, Braam’s Custom Cabinets, and Braxx Railings.
- CIAO Food Co. and Field to Truck food trucks will be onsite to provide lunch. Player and volunteer lunches have been generously sponsored by Drewlo Holdings Inc.
- Craig Needles from Blackburn Media Group will Emcee throughout the day and Establish Media will capture photographs.
- Event sponsored by many organizations from the home building industry and wider community, see banner below with all logos.
Story Angles:
- LHBA and The Tricar Group, along with the wider home building industry, come together to support another great cause in our city, Homes for Heroes. Recognizing the growing crisis of Canadian Armed Forces Veterans facing homelessness upon returning to civilian life, the Homes For Heroes Foundation was established. Tragically, up to 10,000 Canadian Veterans now find themselves living on the streets, having sacrificed to protect our freedoms. These brave individuals deserve our steadfast support. With public assistance, Homes For Heroes provides Veterans with housing, resources, and services, to facilitate a successful transition back into civilian life. The London Veterans Village is situated on the grounds of St Joseph’s Health Care Parkwood Institute. Visit https://homesforheroesfoundation.ca/ for full details.
- The Health and Homelessness Fund for Change, supported by the generous anonymous donor family working to improve the lives of those experiencing homelessness in our community, has committed to matching our donation from the tournament dollar-for-dollar. The Fund for Change is administered by the London Community Foundation in partnership with the donor family. To learn more, visit www.FundForChange.ca
- Building Community: LHBA members foster industry relationships and wellness through annual tournament play.
- Fundraising for a Cause: Join us as we show support and raise funds for Veterans facing homelessness in our community.
Interview Opportunities:
- Jared Zaifman, CEO of the London Home Builders’ Association, is available for interviews at any time.
- Adam Carapella, Vice President of The Tricar Group, is available for interviews upon arrangement.
- Kim Shippey, Vice President, Advancement for Homes for Heroes, is available for interviews upon arrangement.
The London Home Builders’ Association and The Tricar Group welcome working media to attend the event on-site during the specified hours.
On-site media contacts:
Amanda Moss or Jen Grozelle
LHBA The Tricar Group
Cell: 519.859.7433 Cell: 519.852.2746
Relevant Links:
https://homesforheroesfoundation.ca/
www.FundForChange.ca
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ABOUT THE LONDON HOME BUILDERS’ ASSOCIATION (LHBA)
Founded in 1952, the LHBA represents more than 250 member companies including builders, developers, renovators, trade contractors, manufacturers, suppliers, financial institutions and a host of allied professionals. In addition, we are affiliated with both the Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA) representing nearly 4,000 members and the Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) which represents more than 8,500 companies. Membership is voluntary and applicants are screened by a committee using criteria from the Association’s Code of Ethics.
We Build Great Communities. LHBA commits to providing ethical building and business practices for new home builds and renovations by advocating with all levels of government to ensure everyone can live in a well built or renovated home. While giving back to the community through awareness and charitable efforts, the members strongly believe they have an obligation to help make communities great.
Visit lhba.on.ca for more information
ABOUT TRICAR
Tricar is a London based company and has been developing and managing award winning multi-family high-rise buildings for 40 years. An industry leader, with more than 150 employees and more than 8000 homes built, Tricar has earned the reputation as a progressive, responsible builder. Tricar’s innovative, high-quality construction has earned numerous awards for architectural and design excellence. Their personal and dedicated approach to customer care has made them one of Ontario’s most trusted high-rise builders. Tricar is proud to be a nine-time Tarion Top Performer and a multi-award winner of Tarion’s High-Rise Builder of the Year.
Tricar Field is London’s only 100% privately funded outdoor turf sports field. This state-of-the-art facility opened in 2020 and includes a full-size turf pitch with stadium lighting and can be divided into two 9v9 pitches. Tricar Field is home to London TFC Academy and also supports local not-for-profit summer camps.
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