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We’re hiring: Finance Officer

As a Finance Officer on the Operations team, you will be a part of a team setting the stage for continued growth of Efficiency Canada. As part of the Operations team, you’ll be deeply involved with maintaining AR, AP, contract administration and procurement processes for the organization. You will support financial functions such as month-end closings, analysis and reporting, grant/funder budgeting and reporting, annual budget preparation and year-end procedures. You will also be given the opportunity to play a key role in improving financial reporting and analysis and identifying risks and opportunities.

Making the case: Why we need Mandatory Building Performance Standards in Canada

Ambitious action on the part of Canada’s sub-national governments will ensure that all stakeholders in the buildings sector — including governments, industry and the workforce — have a clear and stable regulatory path forward, one that allows them to plan for future code requirements while investing in Canada’s net-zero future.

2022 Year in Review

Energy Efficiency had a big year in 2022. We saw some major advancements in the sector and made some substantial moves within Efficiency Canada. Find out what we’re celebrating this year!

We’re hiring: Finance Officer

We’re hiring: Finance Officer

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Making the case: Why we need Mandatory Building Performance Standards in Canada

Making the case: Why we need Mandatory Building Performance Standards in Canada

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Ambitious action on the part of Canada’s sub-national governments will ensure that all stakeholders in the buildings sector — including...
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2022 Year in Review

2022 Year in Review

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Energy Efficiency had a big year in 2022. We saw some major advancements in the sector and made some substantial...
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The Canadian Energy Efficiency Scorecard 2022 Press Release

The Canadian Energy Efficiency Scorecard 2022 Press Release

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Fall 2022 provincial and territorial tiered energy code adoption landscape

Fall 2022 provincial and territorial tiered energy code adoption landscape

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Ambitious action on the part of Canada’s sub-national governments will ensure that all stakeholders in the buildings sector — including...
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New data shows need to expand low-income energy efficiency funding to target all fuels

New data shows need to expand low-income energy efficiency funding to target all fuels

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With energy costs going up, and low-income Canadians spending more on electricity and natural gas than fuel oil, we need...
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Clean Electricity and Energy Efficiency

Clean Electricity and Energy Efficiency

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The federal government is working on creating a Clean Electricity Regulation that will result in net zero electricity across Canada...
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MEDIA ADVISORY: Energy Efficiency Day 2022

MEDIA ADVISORY: Energy Efficiency Day 2022

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The feds deliver (limited) support for low-income energy efficiency

The feds deliver (limited) support for low-income energy efficiency

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Cutting emissions in the buildings sector through Canada’s national model codes

Cutting emissions in the buildings sector through Canada’s national model codes

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Supported by the sector, a national model code objective has been put forward that recognizes the impact of operational and...
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Polling: Canadians support low-income energy efficiency

Polling: Canadians support low-income energy efficiency

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New polling data shows strong national support for low-income energy efficiency. However, the federal government still has no strategy to...
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Efficiency Canada reacts to the Greener Homes Loan Program announcement

Efficiency Canada reacts to the Greener Homes Loan Program announcement

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Canada’s provinces lag leading American states in energy efficiency savings and spending

Canada’s provinces lag leading American states in energy efficiency savings and spending

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What the new Federal Green Building Strategy could look like (part two)

What the new Federal Green Building Strategy could look like (part two)

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In part one, we examined five high level themes that could help guide Canada’s new federal Green Building Strategy. Part...
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What the new Federal Green Building Strategy could look like (part one)

What the new Federal Green Building Strategy could look like (part one)

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By establishing “net-zero emissions” as the goal of the Green Building Strategy the federal government will need to lead a...
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Meet 12 individuals helping Canada meet its climate goals

Meet 12 individuals helping Canada meet its climate goals

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Ontario’s approach to tiered code adoption highlights the need for federal supports

Ontario’s approach to tiered code adoption highlights the need for federal supports

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In this blog, we dig into the intent of the 2020 model building codes, how Ontario is adopting and harmonizing...
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Canada drops from 10th to 13th in  international ranking on energy efficiency

Canada drops from 10th to 13th in international ranking on energy efficiency

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The 2022 International Energy Efficiency Scorecard is out. Produced by our colleagues at the American Council for an Energy Efficient...
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What’s in Canada’s Emission Reduction Plan for energy efficiency?

What’s in Canada’s Emission Reduction Plan for energy efficiency?

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The federal government released its 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan, which lays out actions to guide Canada towards a national goal...
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Energy Efficiency For All

Energy Efficiency For All

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Energy poverty needs to be prioritized at the national level if the transition to net-zero emissions is to be fair...
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New report shows how federal investments in provincial energy efficiency programs will insulate low-income Canadians from rising energy costs

New report shows how federal investments in provincial energy efficiency programs will insulate low-income Canadians from rising energy costs

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Polling shows widespread support for net-zero buildings as national codes published

Polling shows widespread support for net-zero buildings as national codes published

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The National Research Council has published the latest version of Canada’s national model building codes. In reaction, Efficiency Canada -...
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Proposed Changes to Ontario’s Building Code

Proposed Changes to Ontario’s Building Code

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This past January, Ontario’s Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing announced proposed changes to the Ontario Building Code(OBC)intended to harmonize...
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Making a net-zero emissions building code by 2024 a reality

Making a net-zero emissions building code by 2024 a reality

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The federal government has committed to developing a net-zero emissions model building code for provincial/territorial adoption by 2024. Here's how...
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How to launch a retrofit mission in the next federal budget

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The federal government has a clear mandate to accelerate GHG reductions and create a net-zero emissions future. To do that,...
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Debunking the Alberta energy war room on energy poverty

Debunking the Alberta energy war room on energy poverty

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This blog responds to a Canada Energy Centre brief blaming sustainable energy for energy poverty.
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Federal mandate letters signal changes to building codes, deep retrofits, and electric vehicles

Federal mandate letters signal changes to building codes, deep retrofits, and electric vehicles

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The Prime Minister of Canada released the "mandate letters" to federal Ministers. Here are energy efficiency highlights from the letters,...
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Why I’m Helping to Build the DiscoverEE Hub

Why I’m Helping to Build the DiscoverEE Hub

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Kelsey here 👋 I am a young professional in the energy efficiency sector. I’ve spent the past six months collecting...
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A national energy poverty strategy for Canada?

A national energy poverty strategy for Canada?

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Canada needs a national strategy on reducing energy poverty. The federal government can play a leadership role by expanding the...
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Want net-zero building codes in Canada? It’s time to create the Net-Zero Building Acceleration Fund

Want net-zero building codes in Canada? It’s time to create the Net-Zero Building Acceleration Fund

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A Net-Zero Building Codes Acceleration Fund will further acceleration code adoption and compliance through support for market readiness for net-zero...
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2021: Year in Review

2021: Year in Review

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We made a lot of big moves in 2021. Here is to even bigger ones in 2022!
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We need a national retrofit code sooner, rather than later

We need a national retrofit code sooner, rather than later

Blogs Buildings News
Canadians can expect Alterations to Existing Buildings (our national retrofit code) in 2030.
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The building blocks of minimum energy performance standards

The building blocks of minimum energy performance standards

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In this blog, we look at some of the core considerations for policymakers as they seek to design and implement...
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Meet the young professionals leading the charge on energy efficiency

Meet the young professionals leading the charge on energy efficiency

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Growing up amidst a climate crisis, these leaders are building a more sustainable future.
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Plugging the gaps: Part 1 — The current state of play

Plugging the gaps: Part 1 — The current state of play

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Buildings account for nearly 18% of Canada’s total GHG emissions and can make up as much as half of emissions...
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Report: Canada needs a mission-based approach to decarbonize our buildings

Report: Canada needs a mission-based approach to decarbonize our buildings

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A new report outlines how to spark innovative approaches to building retrofits
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Green Development Standards: Helping municipalities act now to increase efficiency in the buildings sector

Green Development Standards: Helping municipalities act now to increase efficiency in the buildings sector

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Green Development Standards (GDS) can act as a low-cost, effective way to act on the the climate emergency.
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No reason for Canada to delay appliance efficiency standards

No reason for Canada to delay appliance efficiency standards

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If Canada were to delay appliance energy standards, it would result in higher emissions and higher energy costs. By using...
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Efficiency Canada joins Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at announcement of a $10 million investment in training for new energy advisors

Efficiency Canada joins Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at announcement of a $10 million investment in training for new energy advisors

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New program will create new low-carbon jobs and help Canadians across the country reduce their home energy bills by improving...
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We want YOU to make building codes work for climate action

We want YOU to make building codes work for climate action

Blogs Buildings News
The places we live, work, play and gather will play a critical role in Canada’s transition to a net-zero economy
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Energy efficiency highlights and questions from Budget 2021

Energy efficiency highlights and questions from Budget 2021

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The federal government released an ambitious budget this week. The signature item is national childcare, a policy that should enable...
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How energy efficiency helps low-income Canadians: A cross-country snapshot

How energy efficiency helps low-income Canadians: A cross-country snapshot

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Efficiency Canada is highlighting why low-income energy efficiency must be part of the federal government’s upcoming budget so all Canadians...
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Energy efficiency programs can change the energy poverty conversation

Energy efficiency programs can change the energy poverty conversation

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Energy poverty is frequently blamed on carbon pricing and renewable energy transitions in the media, while the academic literature presents...
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Canada’s model building code isn’t on an airtight path to net zero

Canada’s model building code isn’t on an airtight path to net zero

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Airtightness testing is a critical measure needed to ensure that unintentional airflow does not cause energy losses, structural damage, or...
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16 ways Canada’s enhanced climate plan advances energy efficiency

16 ways Canada’s enhanced climate plan advances energy efficiency

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The federal government released an updated climate plan, aiming to set Canada on a path to achieve net-zero emissions by...
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Efficiency Canada’s response to the Fall Economic Statement

Efficiency Canada’s response to the Fall Economic Statement

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Yesterday, the Government of Canada tabled its Fall Economic Statement, which included $2.6 billion over 7 years for home retrofits....
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2020 Year in Review

2020 Year in Review

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We made a lot of big moves in 2020. Here is to even bigger ones in 2021!
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Without compliance, do new building codes matter?

Without compliance, do new building codes matter?

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The best time to plan the “how” in compliance, is before the updated codes are in force across Canada. To...
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Ontario Auditor General audit finds the province falling short on energy efficiency, new provincial scorecard report explains why

Ontario Auditor General audit finds the province falling short on energy efficiency, new provincial scorecard report explains why

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Ontario slipped in national rankings, and risks not achieving its 2030 emission-reduction targets
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New report measures how Canadian provinces stack up on energy efficiency, what it means for a clean economic recovery

New report measures how Canadian provinces stack up on energy efficiency, what it means for a clean economic recovery

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Provincial scorecard puts British Columbia in the lead, shows that Alberta and Ontario are losing ground.
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Taking action on our commitment to advance gender equality

Taking action on our commitment to advance gender equality

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Helping to advance gender parity in the energy efficiency sector is a priority for Efficiency Canada
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Canada needs a new building code process to reach net zero emissions

Canada needs a new building code process to reach net zero emissions

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Everything you need to know about energy efficiency in today’s Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) announcement

Everything you need to know about energy efficiency in today’s Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) announcement

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Efficiency Canada has been calling for the CIB to make building retrofits part of its mandate since 2018
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New report charts a pathway to compliance for the building energy codes of tomorrow

New report charts a pathway to compliance for the building energy codes of tomorrow

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Canada’s building energy codes are expected to look a lot different by 2030, but there are already several barriers to...
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Canada’s national model building codes delayed until December 2021

Canada’s national model building codes delayed until December 2021

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Canada’s national model building codes can now be counted among the public processes across Canada that continue to be affected...
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When home, school, and work are the same place, high indoor temperatures matter more than ever

When home, school, and work are the same place, high indoor temperatures matter more than ever

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This summer, we have already experienced the usual heat waves that have already become a life-and-death impact of climate change...
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Canada sets three percent target for energy efficiency improvement, experts recommend a $27.3 billion investment in building retrofits to start

Canada sets three percent target for energy efficiency improvement, experts recommend a $27.3 billion investment in building retrofits to start

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Canadian Minister of Natural Resources, the Honorable Seamus O’Regan, announced today that Canada will join The Three Percent Club, a...
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Celebrating Canada’s champions for an energy efficient recovery

Celebrating Canada’s champions for an energy efficient recovery

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Across Canada; from coast to coast and in the arctic; municipally, provincially, federally and internationally; from NGOs to coalitions to...
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Alberta cuts successful job-creation engine in the midst of recession

Alberta cuts successful job-creation engine in the midst of recession

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Dissolving Energy Efficiency Alberta is a “missed opportunity” to create local jobs and save Albertans money, says Efficiency Canada executive...
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Canada’s economic recovery could be a boon for women in the energy efficiency sector, if we play our cards right

Canada’s economic recovery could be a boon for women in the energy efficiency sector, if we play our cards right

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We must make energy efficiency workplaces inclusive, create opportunities, and expand the promotion of women in energy efficiency, so that...
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An energy efficient economic recovery in three steps

An energy efficient economic recovery in three steps

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We can build a more energy efficient economy after the COVID-19 crisis ends. Work can start now — existing programs...
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Energy efficiency programs are “shovel-ready”

Energy efficiency programs are “shovel-ready”

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New benchmarking data shows Canadian jurisdictions could catch up to leading American states in energy efficiency
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How today’s economic recovery policies can bake-in tomorrow’s energy efficient buildings

How today’s economic recovery policies can bake-in tomorrow’s energy efficient buildings

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Canada’s 2020 national Model Codes, scheduled to be released in the fall of this year, are an ideal vehicle for...
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A resilient recovery: an open letter from Canada’s clean energy sector

A resilient recovery: an open letter from Canada’s clean energy sector

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As the conversation in Canada shifts from immediate relief to economic recovery, new questions will arise: what does recovery look...
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Energy efficiency’s role in Canada’s economic recovery

Energy efficiency’s role in Canada’s economic recovery

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Canada is facing a major public health crisis and that needs to be everyone’s priority right now. This includes physical...
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How can we work on energy efficiency while physical distancing?

How can we work on energy efficiency while physical distancing?

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COVID-19 is a health crisis that needs to be everyone’s priority right now. Those who work on energy efficiency might...
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Remote work tips from Efficiency Canada

Remote work tips from Efficiency Canada

Blogs News Workforce Development
From staying connected, to sharing an office with kids and pets, here is how we work together from afar
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What you need to know about the new building codes

What you need to know about the new building codes

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Building codes impact a significant proportion of energy use in buildings and, as such, they are the quickest, cheapest and...
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2019: A Year in Review

2019: A Year in Review

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2019 has been a great year for energy efficiency in Canada! Join us in celebrating a year of accomplishments in...
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Hamilton Spectator: Ontario needs to focus on energy bills not rates, advises new energy efficiency report

Hamilton Spectator: Ontario needs to focus on energy bills not rates, advises new energy efficiency report

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Ontario would have ranked higher if the provincial government did not cancel electric vehicle charging programs or remove a provision...
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Provincial Energy Efficiency Scorecard published

Provincial Energy Efficiency Scorecard published

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Carleton University-based advocacy organization Efficiency Canada releases a report on how Canadian provinces stack up in efforts to save energy
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Energy Efficiency Trend Featured in Winnipeg Skyline

Energy Efficiency Trend Featured in Winnipeg Skyline

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P.E.I. Program Success for Businesses & Consumers

P.E.I. Program Success for Businesses & Consumers

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Nova Scotia Energy Efficiency Businesses Are Thriving

Nova Scotia Energy Efficiency Businesses Are Thriving

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Quebec Moves to Strengthen Energy Independence

Quebec Moves to Strengthen Energy Independence

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Ontario EE Companies Leading on World Stage

Ontario EE Companies Leading on World Stage

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BC Step Code Spurring New Market Worth $3.3B

BC Step Code Spurring New Market Worth $3.3B

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New Opportunities: From Pink Slip to Pink Insulation

New Opportunities: From Pink Slip to Pink Insulation

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Towards Net-Zero: A Building Code Meeting for the History Books

Towards Net-Zero: A Building Code Meeting for the History Books

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Proposed changes to Canada’s Building codes will lay the foundation for Canada’s Net Zero Energy Ready model code, which is...
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Spotlight on the actors in the Canadian energy efficiency sector – Quebec

Spotlight on the actors in the Canadian energy efficiency sector – Quebec

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James Glave: Inside British Columbia’s “Revolutionary” Building Energy Code

James Glave: Inside British Columbia’s “Revolutionary” Building Energy Code

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The BC Energy Step Code is steadily transforming the province’s communities to reach net-zero energy-ready performance. A forthcoming report unpacks...
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Efficiency Canada launches national campaign

Efficiency Canada launches national campaign

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Comments on Federal Carbon Pricing Announcement

Comments on Federal Carbon Pricing Announcement

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UCP steps back from scrapping NDP’s Energy Efficiency Alberta; will look at programs ‘with an open mind’

UCP steps back from scrapping NDP’s Energy Efficiency Alberta; will look at programs ‘with an open mind’

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Energy Efficiency as a Job Creation Powerhouse 

Energy Efficiency as a Job Creation Powerhouse 

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Ontario Breaks Promise to Support Conservation

Ontario Breaks Promise to Support Conservation

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Today, the Ontario government released its annual budget. One thing that might be missed is that the government has failed...
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Reaction to Energy Efficiency Cuts in ON

Reaction to Energy Efficiency Cuts in ON

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Efficiency Canada Reacts to Budget 2019

Efficiency Canada Reacts to Budget 2019

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Energy Efficiency Conferences 2019

Energy Efficiency Conferences 2019

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The following are conferences taking place in 2019 all over North America – as well as a list of training...
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Energy Efficiency in Canada: 2018, A Year in Review

Energy Efficiency in Canada: 2018, A Year in Review

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CleanBC Plan. Energy efficiency is key to “making life better”

CleanBC Plan. Energy efficiency is key to “making life better”

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Energy Efficiency in Ontario’s New Environment Plan

Energy Efficiency in Ontario’s New Environment Plan

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On November 29th the new government of Ontario released a new environment plan. It discusses issues such as land conservation...
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Federal Economic Statement: EE measures

Federal Economic Statement: EE measures

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Carleton launches Efficiency Canada

Carleton launches Efficiency Canada

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“A Smart Use of Carbon Price Revenue”

“A Smart Use of Carbon Price Revenue”

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Why the Ford Government Needs Energy Efficiency

Why the Ford Government Needs Energy Efficiency

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Ontario takes step backwards on Home Energy Labelling

Ontario takes step backwards on Home Energy Labelling

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Repeal of Green Energy Act leaves out home energy labelling
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Energy Efficiency can be the Targeted Competitiveness Strategy the Federal Government is Looking for

Energy Efficiency can be the Targeted Competitiveness Strategy the Federal Government is Looking for

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Increasing energy productivity can build a more competitive and resilient economy
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Study Shows Canada’s Efficiency Resource Potential

Study Shows Canada’s Efficiency Resource Potential

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This landmark study demonstrates why energy efficiency can be Canada’s “first fuel”. The energy we save could account for more...
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Efficiency Recognized as Priority Energy Resource in Energy Transition Québec’s First Master Plan

Efficiency Recognized as Priority Energy Resource in Energy Transition Québec’s First Master Plan

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The top guideline in the plan recognizes “energy efficiency as a priority energy source”. This post reviews some energy efficiency...
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Alberta is emerging as an energy efficiency leader

Alberta is emerging as an energy efficiency leader

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A new energy efficient economy is being created in Alberta, tapping into the province’s entrepreneurial spirit. Alberta is ahead of...
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Nova Scotia must increase energy efficiency to avoid a costly power plant in 5 years

Nova Scotia must increase energy efficiency to avoid a costly power plant in 5 years

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Who is Efficiency Canada?

Who is Efficiency Canada?

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Now is the time to build on the momentum driven by utilities, governments, agencies, consultants and NGOs, who have been...
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