Benefits for Manufacturers

Stay current and ahead of your competitors with Manufacturer-specific education.

Take advantage of the resources, guidance and education we have created specifically for Canadian manufacturers and get vital information about how your products fit within the various rating systems. Get discounts for new programming throughout the year and join us at Building Lasting Change 2018 with WorldGBC Congress for education, networking and exhibiting to help identify prospects that can contribute to your ultimate success.

Be first in line for new information about new programs and information.

We know that staying ahead of the curve is important for you. Not only will members have access to resources, industry expertise and guidance, but member discounts will apply to new programs like ARC, GRESB, ICP, Parksmart, PEER, SITES and True Zero Waste.

Grow your business with our network

Find and connect with Canada’s green builders through CaGBC events and opportunities that span the country. You’ll have access to a diverse network of green building leaders representing every sector within our industry, and exclusive opportunities to share your expertise with these decision makers. If you’re looking to grow your business outside of Canada, take note that CaGBC led a trade mission to Europe to introduce Canadian manufacturers to key target markets.

Show the industry what you’re capable of and how you fit into their plans.

NEW! Members have been asking us for years about advertising opportunities. For the first time, members can advertise on CaGBC eNews and Education News!  We’re offering EVERY manufacturer member one free ad in eNews which puts you directly in front of 10,000 industry professionals or Education News that reaches more than 30,000. Email us now to claim your spot. (Additional ads are available for purchase by members only).

Showcase your contributions to market transformation.

Member companies who contribute to certified Zero Carbon Building projects and LEED v4 projects are showcased on our Leaders Profile page. There’s no better way to share evidence of your commitment to making every building greener than by being featured together with Canada’s most innovative green building projects and listed amongst the best of the best. Let CaGBC shine a spotlight on your products or materials with a link directly to your own portfolio to show visitors what your company is capable of. Take advantage of your membership perks and increase your profile and credibility with a Product of the Year Award, which includes a detailed case study on the CaGBC website. Check out the profiles for the previous winners of this industry recognized award and find out how you can apply here.

Get your products in front of the green building specification teams

NEW! Upload your Canadian product content into mindful MATERIALS. This curated cloud library is linked with integrated certification systems and is accessible by the entire AEC industry. CaGBC members can maximize this cross promotional tool with a direct link to and from their v4 Product Profile to provide project teams with transparency information about their products that may contribute to current LEED projects.

Activating the market for your products and technologies

As the voice of green building, CaGBC supports our members through the development of valuable market research and advocacy with all levels of government. We’re working hard to inform and prepare the market for you and your innovative products and technologies. Members have access to full market research reports and can be involved in the consultation processes. Recent initiatives spearheaded by CaGBC include:  Zero Carbon Building Standard (Clean 50 Top Project Award); Energy Benchmarking, Reporting and Disclosure in Canada: A Guide to a Common Framework (Ontario Minister’s Award for Environmental Excellence); A Roadmap for Retrofits in Canada.