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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

When was the last time your board discussed your building’s curb appeal? How about its approach to water conservation?

These are good questions to ask, and they’re good examples of what the Agency had in mind when we developed our online Self Assessment.

This tool will guide you through five key

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

There’s good news for co-ops who are looking to move forward on their path to sustainability and better energy efficiency.

CMHC recently launched the Canada Greener Affordable Housing Program, which has two streams of funding available to help co-ops and other community housing providers.

The

As housing co-ops age, it’s no surprise that buildings wear down, wear out and need repairs and replacements. 

But knowing what to replace, and when, isn’t always easy.

Your co-op will make better decisions if you use some (or all!) of the host of different reports and assessments available to

Nowadays, co-op members tend to stay in their homes for decades. Some even claim, “I’m only leaving feet first!”

As a stable membership has many benefits, every co-op should now be thinking about the special needs of their aging members. While the passage of time affects everyone, some are hit harder