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
New ZCB-Design v4 Addenda out
CAGBC has released addenda to the Zero Carbon Building – Design Standard Version 4 to provide additional…
Certified projects – June & July 2026
Project Name City Province Certification level Rating system Version Pavillon Enfant Soleil et…
CAGBC hosts Third National Embodied Carbon Summit
CAGBC was pleased to host its Third National Embodied Carbon Summit on June 17, 2026, for…
Streamlined path to LEED v5 with Passive House certification
Owners might find value in achieving Passive House certification to guide and demonstrate focused reductions on energy efficiency, mostly through…
Government submissions
Pre-Budget Consultations in Advance of the Upcoming Federal Budget
Budget 2022 will set the pace for the decarbonization of the construction sector. CaGBC recommends that the federal government prioritize policies and public and private sector market support for green buildings.
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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