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Air Leakage Control for Multi-Unit Residential Buildings
Ontario Housing Co-ops: Energy-Efficient Growth
Enbridge Gas offers a program that will mean energy savings for Ontario housing co‑operatives (customers only) that are planning to add new units.
The Savings by Design Program is for new-construction projects, either low-rise or multi-family elevator buildings. The goal of the program is to
Inspection season starts this month
In the coming months, a property-inspection firm hired by the Agency will be reaching out to some coops to set up a time for an inspection. Each year, a sub-set of Agency clients welcomes an inspector to conduct a visual inspection of their property.
If your routine inspection was scheduled for
A Reminder About Building Condition Assessments
As your buildings age over time, it’s important to know what will need to be fixed and when. Not to mention how much it will cost.
That’s where a building condition assessment (BCA) report comes in.
What is a Building Condition Assessment?
A BCA is a report prepared by a qualified consultant who
Investing in Longevity: Stonetown Co-op's Capital Repairs Pay Off
It’s no secret that, like all things, buildings wear down over time and need to get fixed up. But undertaking major repairs isn't just about replacing what's broken; it's an investment in the longevity, functionality and overall appeal of our living spaces.
Whether you’re revamping a tired façade
A Regional Energy Coach: CHF Canada’s Brave New Idea
Introducing Irfaan Hasham, CHF Canada’s new Regional Energy Coach (REC)!
Many of CHF Canada’s member co-ops are looking to improve their energy efficiency. Now there’s expert help available. Irfaan can recommend building work that will help you save money on energy. He can also guide you towards a
Tip of the Month
Capital Reserve Balance
61% of Agency clients hold a capital reserve balance of at least $6,000 per unit. By almost doubling the amount from 2007, co-ops are nearly twice as ready to meet their future needs.