From the tallest teenager in Sault Ste. Marie to the tallest builder in Ontario, James Bazely has certainly grown to his potential. What started as a small landscaping business in Northern Ontario, eventually grew James’ career and opportunities into much more. James started his career with Gregor Homes subcontracting ‘Bazely Landscaping’ and eventually, James gave up his business to come on full-time at Gregor Homes. In 2003 he bought a partial share of the business, and in 2009 became sole proprietor.

Between serving as President of the local Barrie Home Builders Association and for the Ontario Home Builders Association, James has had quite an impact on the industry. From building a house in 3 days to benefit charity to bringing the OHBA to Dominican Republic for a humanitarian conference, led the construction of a Youth Center in Dominican Republic on two separate trips, helping rebuild homes after the devastation in Puerto Rico, Co-Founding and executing many years of charity ice fishing tournaments in Barrie, James has done a lot for his local and global community.

James is a leader in promoting environmentally conscious building techniques, demonstrated by the efficiency and high performance of Gregor Homes. Under James’s guidance, Gregor Homes constructed the first “Green” certified home in Barrie and the first “Leed” certified home in Simcoe County.

As Second Vice President, First Vice President and as President of the Ontario Home Builder’s Association, 2007 – 2010 James has represented the home building industry, working with all levels of government to review and create building guidelines that are reasonable, and ensure the sustainability of the industry as a whole.

Not only is James an extremely driven businessman, he is also a dedicated husband to his wife, Gail, of over 30 years. Together, they have three children; Melissa, David and Kathleen. Melissa, David and Gail all work in the Gregor Homes Business with James.

James has come a long way since the days of ‘Bazely Landscaping’, and his voice and passion remains a continuum in the building industry.