Who we are

Building our way forward

The Canada Green Building Council champions green buildings because they are healthier for people and the planet. We believe green buildings are a cost-effective solution for carbon reduction, job creation, and innovation. By transforming our communities with zero-carbon green buildings, we can put Canada on a path to a more sustainable future. 

5931

LEED certified
buildings

7.8

MILLION TONNES
less GHG emissions from LEED certifications

40.5

MILLION
eMWh of energy savings from LEED certifications

53

Zero Carbon Building – Performance
Buildings

What We Do

CAGBC encourages green building by supporting the people who design, construct and operate buildings. We provide the building sector with innovative standards, verification services, education, and training. Our market research and government advocacy efforts encourage the programs, investments, and policies that will accelerate climate-friendly, zero-carbon buildings, and retrofits. 

National Corporate Leader

Mitsubishi Electric Heating and Cooling

National media partners

Latest Green Building Profiles

240 Markland Drive

In 2020, 240 Markland Drive, a mid-rise multi-unit residential building (MURB) located in…
July 22, 2024

Humber Cultural Hub

The art of green building The Humber Cultural Hub (HCH) is part of…
April 2, 2024

Waterfront Innovation Centre

Conceived to achieve the highest standards in environmental sustainability, Menkes Developments‘ state-of-the-art Waterfront…
March 18, 2024

Co-operators New Headquarters

The new Co-operators headquarters building located at 101 Cooper Drive, Guelph, aims to…
June 16, 2023

Latest News

Green Building Day on the Hill 2024

How can sustainable development drive economic resilience? That question was at the heart…
November 1, 2024

Zero Carbon Building Standards marks 7th anniversary 

When launched, the Zero Carbon Building (ZCB) Standards program was the first of…
October 31, 2024

Ask the Expert: Shefali Panse

This fall, CAGBC’s Ask the Expert series will feature the winners of the…
October 29, 2024

Call for CAGBC Committee Volunteers

Are you interested in making a valuable contribution to the growth of the…
October 10, 2024
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