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
LEED v5 resources for project teams
LEED v5 ushered in new direction for green building rating systems, with a strong focus on the…
Most common LEED v4.1 substitutions – and why teams choose them
LEED® v4 BD+C project teams are encouraged to take advantage of the expanded…
New Guide to LEED v5 Points Rewarding Wood Products
Wood products have always played a strong role in the LEED green building rating…
New LEED Rating System Crosswalk with STARS
There’s new guidance for synergies for university and college clients using LEED, TRUE or SITES, and the STARS® program: USGBC’s new “Rating Systems…
Government submissions
CAGBC pre-budget submissions for the 2024 budget
Part of CAGBC’s advocacy work involves working with and informing government on the needs and…
CAGBC Feedback on the Draft Policy Framework for Climate Change Mitigation (Wave 2)
CAGBC supports the latest modifications to the policy document Follows revisions made after…
Submission to Infrastructure Canada for the Legislative Review of the Canada Infrastructure Bank Act
CAGBC made a submission to Infrastructure Canada for the Legislative Review of the…
CAGBC Feedback on Draft Policy Framework for Climate Change Mitigation
The Canada Green Building Council (CAGBC) strongly supports incorporating operational carbon provisions in…
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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