Advocate for green building and be a leader
CAGBC is a catalyst for action that leads to policies and programs supporting green building in Canada. Championing the issues that matter most to our members, we use our voice to lead conversations with all levels of government.
But it’s not just about buildings. Green building is a vehicle for progress across housing, finance, labour, and beyond. For everything from the supply chain to innovation, to building more homes for Canadians, green building opens doors.
Two Million Green Homes
This report explores the importance of investing in quality construction for multi-unit rental developments. Building these apartment buildings with sustainable features delivers significant benefits for Canadians: lower utility costs, cleaner air, and protection from extreme weather.
CAGBC welcomes federal action on sustainable investment guidelines
The Canada Green Building Council (CAGBC) welcomes today’s announcement advancing Made-in-Canada sustainable investment guidelines—a critical step to unlock private capital for green and resilient buildings.
CAGBC submission to the prebudget consultation Standing Committee on Finance
Canada faces two interconnected issues: a major housing shortage and the growing economic effects of transitioning the building sector towards high-performance standards and risk management, including a changing climate. Policy responses to one will directly influence outcomes for the other.
CAGBC policy guide
The CAGBC policy guide, Unlocking the Value of Green Building provides actionable solutions for housing affordability and economic stability. This policy guide is a valuable resource for members to better understand the economic potential within green building.
Latest news
Canada-EU alignment could strengthen building performance and competitiveness
Last week, Canadian and European leaders met in Montréal to advance discussions on…
Certified projects – September 2026
Congratulations to the following certified projects. For more information on the projects listed…
Making green buildings good business, with Carla Heim
As a key player in helping Canadian businesses advance their sustainability goals, the…
New path for Performance Specification
Focus on Low Carbon Concrete for ZCB-Design projects. Concrete is often one of…
Government submissions
Submission to the 2026 pre-budget consultation
Canada is making significant investments in housing and infrastructure as it responds to…
CAGBC response to the Draft 2026–2029 Federal Sustainable Development Strategy
The Canada Green Building Council (CAGBC) welcomes the opportunity to provide recommendations on…
CAGBC submission to the prebudget consultation Standing Committee on Finance
Canada faces two interconnected issues: a major housing shortage and the growing economic…
CAGBC response to proposed legislative changes to Bill 98
The Canada Green Building Council (CAGBC) responds to proposed legislative changes under Bill…
Green Building Day on the Hill
Annually, CAGBC brings together industry, public servants, and parliamentarians for timely solutions on housing, sustainability, and economic growth.
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