About Us

New Dawn Developments Ltd. started in 1978 with a different vision in mind.  We wanted to focus on exceptional customer service, superior workmanship and remarkable value. We have followed this vision until the present day and we have built our reputation on these simple principles.

We discuss all aspects of the building process, including any and all items that will impact the budget. Aside from any mid-construction changes confirmed by the client, the price we start with is, in fact, the price we end with.

We encourage our clients to visit the site often and learn as much as they can about the construction process. This way, the client will have a greater understanding of how planning and design increases the enjoyment of their new home. For clients unable to visit, we can keep them up to date with digital pictures and email.

Once you choose New Dawn to build your home or your project, you can expect:

• Qualified planning assistance
• The highest degree of care and attention to all details
• Strictly qualified craftsman working on your home
• A ten-year New Home Warranty Program through St. Paul Insurance
• Construction that’s on time and on budget
• Read what some of our recent clients had to say about New Dawn

New Dawn takes pride in using local suppliers and sub-trades whenever possible. We’ve found the price and variety of locally produced products can be competitive with the larger metropolitan areas. We source the best price for the best product that will achieve the goals of the client and their budget. This may take a little extra time, but don’t worry - many New Dawn clients have discovered that quality does not necessarily have to cost more.

We’ll do everything we can to help make the experience of building a new home the best possible. Our planning and building process provides you with an exciting, rewarding experience with the comfort of knowing that there will be no cost overruns and that you’ll get exactly what you want.

Behind the Scenes at New Dawn Development

We build here in the Kootenays because it’s where we live and where we come from.

New Dawn Developments Ltd. are owned and operated by Rick and Chad Jensen and Roy Duperron. Founded in 1978, New Dawn has built many, many homes and recreation properties in Fernie,  at Fernie Alpine Resort, in Invermere and at Panorama Ski Resort. Currently, New Dawn is building in Cranbrook, Kimberley and at Kimberley Alpine Resort.

Rick Jensen served three terms as Mayor of Cranbrook from 1983 to 1990. Chad Jensen, after completing his Bachelor of Management degree from the University of Lethbridge in 1996, joined the organization full-time, while Roy Duperron brings his extensive experience in residential and commercial construction to the New Dawn team.