DEADLINE EXTENDED: APPLY BY SEP 19 @ 5PM ET

Join the Net Zero Council and be part of the leadership group working together to accelerate the voluntary adoption of Net Zero Homes in Canada. To learn more about the Council’s efforts, you can find the current NZC Strategic Plan and 10 Year Impact Report here. The NZC member fees are available here and the member and sponsor benefits are here. CHBA members are invited to apply for membership on the Council for a 2-year term starting November 1, 2025. There are currently 9 voting member seats available: 1 Silver Sponsor, 3 Bronze Sponsor, and 5 Builder/Renovator Member seats. We’re seeking members able to attend the 2 in-person meetings each year, to actively participate in the conversations so we can move our important work forward. The first 2 in-person meetings for the coming term will be on May 4, 2026, in Quebec City as part of our Home Building Week in Canada, and October 19, 2026, in Ottawa (the exact date is still to be confirmed). Submit your Application Form to sonja.winkelmann@chba.ca by September 19 @ 5PM ET.

OCT 20 | OTTAWA | Room Block Expires SEP 22

Registration is now open for the 2025 CHBA National Fall Meetings at the Ottawa Marriott Hotel from October 20-24. The Net Zero Council Meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 20th from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm with the Net Zero Networking from 4:30 to 5:30 pm.

The entire afternoon (1:30-4:30) is dedicated to sharing the outcomes of the work CHBA is doing with the Institute of Catastrophic Loss Reduction (ICLR) to integrate practical, cost-effective climate resilience measures into Canadian homes. This joint effort, the Resilient Homes Task Force (RHTF), has conducted field trials, including design charettes and builder-led evaluations of resilience measures that will help create tiered checklists of solutions for wildfire, high wind, hail, and urban flooding—designed to be constructible and impactful. CHBA would like to thank the many CHBA builders and renovators who have so far contributed their time and insights into the RHTF project. With many of you providing critical input through surveys and field trials, this initiative is now grounded in real-world experience. At the NZC meeting, builders will get a first look at the checklists, hear from peers involved in the field trials, learn about the insurers’ perspective and be part of the conversation on how CHBA and ICLR can help builders integrate more resilience into their projects. We encourage members to attend and be part of this important conversation. The full schedule, registration link, and hotel discount information can be found here.

SEP 9 | 12:00 to 1:00 ET

What if you could see where a building leaks without relying on temperature differences or pressurization? Acoustic imaging is an emerging technology that does just that. By visualizing sound escaping through cracks and gaps, it allows energy advisors and building professionals to pinpoint air leakage in real time, even during construction or in modular units. In this session, we’ll explore how acoustic imaging complements blower door testing, fills the gaps left by thermal cameras in warm weather, and opens up new possibilities for envelope diagnostics in sensitive or occupied buildings. You’ll see real-world examples, learn how the technology works, and discover how it can help you deliver better airtightness, faster diagnostics, and smarter retrofit decisions. Visit cacea.ca/events to learn more and register.

DEC 10-11 | DENVER, CO

Mark your calendars! This popular workshop is back again! This comprehensive program will equip you with the knowledge and skills to construct high-performance zero energy ready homes. Over two days, you’ll dive into the components of zero energy ready building, such as advanced wall systems, high-performance mechanical systems, and renewable energy integration. You’ll learn to select the most cost-effective materials and technologies to design, model, and construct homes that only use as much energy as they are able to produce over the course of each year. Learn more here.

Net Zero Homes were once only seen in custom homes, but committed and passionate builders across Canada are now offering Net Zero production homes and even full communities. Check out this blog post to learn more about the Net Zero communities that are helping reach Canada’s emission reduction targets.

Be sure to share using @CHBANetZero and #CHBANetZero so that more homeowners and homebuyers will learn about Net Zero Homes!

Visit our website here to read more of our Net Zero blog posts. You can also find and share all our Net Zero blog posts (geared towards consumers) via our four social media accounts; LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and X.

Calling all renovators and high performance retrofit teams!! The Towards Net Zero Renos project team is hitting the road to deliver workshops in the participating municipalities across Canada with its team of building science experts and Net Zero Renovators. The first 3 workshops in Ontario kick us off as we dig into the tools and resources as well as completed Net Zero renovation projects that have met their client goals following the “Towards Net Zero Renos Roadmap”. Join us at these not-to-be-missed events!

• London | Sep 16 | 8:00 am to 12:30 pm | Register Now
• Wellington County/Guelph | Sep 17 | 8:00 am to 12:30 pm | Register Now
• Durham Region | Sep 18 | 8:00 am to 12:30 pm | Register Now

Registration fees have been reduced to $25 for members with support from project funding. To register for these and the upcoming dates in other provinces, details and registration links (as they become available) can be found in the Net Zero calendar.

Call-out for Net Zero testimonials for cross-Canada tour!

For our educational material in the workshops, we’re seeking builder, renovator and homeowner testimonials on the value of new and renovated Net Zero Homes. Please send your testimonials to netzero@chba.ca.

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has delivered its much-anticipated advisory opinion on states’ obligations to tackle climate change, confirming that international law requires states to prevent significant harm to the climate—and failure to do so can trigger legal responsibility. While the ICJ’s opinion itself is not binding—neither on itself nor on domestic courts—it carries considerable legal weight and political legitimacy. The opinion puts forth that adaptation can no longer be treated as an option, but a legal obligation. It clarifies governments’ accountability for their (in)action on strengthening resilience and providing support for the most vulnerable countries in meeting the costs of adaptation. Ultimately, the ICJ affirmed that international law supports—does not hinder—climate ambition. The opinion is likely to influence future domestic and international climate litigation, shape negotiations under the UN climate regime, and provide new leverage to vulnerable states seeking accountability and climate justice. Read more about the key findings here.

CHBA's new Net Zero Solutions video library offers solution providers with exposure to builders and renovators looking for Net Zero Solutions for their projects. By consolidating essential information and best practices, and offering valuable insight, this new webpage empowers our members to showcase their mechanical, envelope, energy, or other innovations. If you would like the opportunity to add your company’s video, please visit our website to learn more.