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. 

5538

LEED certified
buildings

6.8

MILLION TONNES
less GHG emissions from LEED certifications

35.2

MILLION
eMWh of energy savings from LEED certifications

30

current Zero Carbon Building – Performance
certifications

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. 

Latest Green Building Profiles

Protected: Humber Cultural Hub

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March 26, 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

Vancouver Convention Centre – West

Maintains double LEED Platinum certification Nestled in the heart of Downtown Vancouver, the…
September 16, 2022

Latest News

Review Guidance Available for LEED v4

CAGBC significantly increased project submission guidance for LEED v4/v4.1 project teams throughout 2023…
March 27, 2024

Canadian real estate’s top leaders unveil industry innovation agenda to tackle urgent real estate and housing challenges

TORONTO (March 26, 2024) – Canada’s real estate sector is experiencing unprecedented affordability,…
March 26, 2024

Voting begins March 25, 2024 for CAGBC’s Board of Directors elections

In January, CAGBC Members were advised that the nomination process for the 2024…
March 25, 2024

Certified projects – February 2024

Congratulations to the following certified projects. For more information on the projects listed…
March 20, 2024
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