Retrofit Accelerator

Ontario’s construction-prosperity opportunity

2/2026 - Construction is shaping Ontario’s future. From retrofitting aging buildings to meeting housing targets, the approach we take can deliver major benefits. Fatima Crerar explores why a coordinated regional economic development strategy could turn construction into shared prosperity across the GTHA.

Demand for prefabricated overcladding is here, supply is catching up

11/2024 - How can we make building retrofits faster, easier, and less expensive? Keith Burrows, Director, Low-Carbon Buildings, takes us on a journey of insulation that goes on the outside of an existing building.

Retrofit Services Manager, Kaitlin Carroll discusses an upcoming heat pump installation with Toronto Community Housing residents. Photo by Nhan Ng Productions

Extreme heat bylaws: Perspectives from our retrofit services manager

10/2024 - Our latest retrofit diary from Kaitlin Carroll, Retrofit Services Manager, offers practical considerations and explores how thoughtful planning can ensure extreme heat bylaws benefit both building owners and tenants.

Retrofit Accelerator

Ontario’s construction-prosperity opportunity

Demand for prefabricated overcladding is here, supply is catching up

Extreme heat bylaws: Perspectives from our retrofit services manager

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