David Ellis

Operations Director

Originally from the UK, David has had various careers ranging from schoolteacher, computer software engineer, homeopath, university lecturer, tai chi teacher, graphic designer, builder, volunteer firefighter and most recently owner and operator of a vegetarian restaurant/coffee shop in rural Newfoundland. At heart he is a designer and engineer. He has maintained a healthy interest in architecture throughout his life. He is also an ardent environmentalist with interests in ecological building design. These passions came to fruition when the opportunity arose, with his wife, to design and build their own eco-house house in Newfoundland. His interest in building design, social justice issues and awareness of the lack of affordable housing led him to help set up Otter Housing Association.

About Us

Otter Housing Association

Our mandate is to promote access to green affordable housing through planning, development, construction and operation within Newfoundland and Labrador’s rural communities.

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OHA Updates

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    Port Rexton Accessory Dwelling Guide

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    Last Year, the Town revised its Municipal Plan and Development Regulations to encourage construction of additional dwelling units in the community. The changes were part…

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    2026 AGM

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    Otter Housing Association held its fourth Annual General Meeting. You can download the Financial Statements and Annual Report from our Operations Director below. As well,…

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    Design Brief

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    At the conclusion of the detailed design stage of the project are delighted to be able to share the design brief created by Woodford Architecture….