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

LEED v5: Notable changes in the 2nd public comment drafts

The first public comment period for LEED v5 garnered nearly 6,000 comments across…
October 2, 2024

LEED v5: Second public comment open Sept. 27 to Oct. 28

The newest set of LEED v5 rating system drafts are ready for a second public…
September 30, 2024

CAGBC launches Zero Carbon Building Micro-Credential

You can have a significant role in decarbonizing Canada’s buildings by 2050. Kickstart…
September 17, 2024

PURPOSE Building, CAGBC receive funding

The Canada Green Building Council (CAGBC), in partnership with Purpose Building Inc., announced…
September 12, 2024
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