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Call for Entries for the Net Zero Home Awards
The 2026 CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence open this October. Canada’s top awards for new homes, renovations, and marketing include Net Zero categories (entries must be CHBA-labelled). Members will be notified when entries open.
For more information please see their website: HERE!
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Georgie Awards 2026
Submissions for the CHBA Georgie Awards has started! The deadline for submissions is 8:00 PM, Tuesday, November 4th, 2025. Please head to their website to begin your submissions now!
See you there!
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Deadline Update for New Homes Program
Homes pre-registered under the 2023 (and older) New Home Programs must reach occupancy by December 31, 2025. Rebate applications are due within 6 months of completion or by June 30, 2026, whichever comes first.
For more information please visit their website HERE
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Canada Greener Homes LOAN
Natural Resources Canada has officially closed the Greener Homes Loan to new applicants as of October 1, 2025. While they haven’t yet shared a deadline for current participants to finish their renovations and complete the loan process, we’ll be keeping a close eye on updates. In the meantime, please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.
For more information please read this page from NRCan
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Deadline for Canada Greener Homes GRANT
Natural Resources Canada has provided an update on the new deadline implemented on all outstanding Greener Homes Grant participants. All retrofits, evaluations and document submissions MUST be completed and sent in by December 31, 2025 in order to receive the grant payment.
For more information please read this page from NRCan HERE
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2026 Single Family Checklist Updates!
Built Green has announced updates to their Single Family Checklist. While the updated checklist won’t officially take effect until January 1, 2026, they’ve released the details early to support planning and preparation. This preview provides an opportunity to review the upcoming changes now and ensure your future projects are aligned and ready for a smooth transition.
Click HERE for the full list of updates
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CHBA: Building Science for New Homes
This course provides an overview of building science issues and sound business practices. This course is a pre-requisite to become a certified Net Zero, R-2000 or ENERGY STAR builder, and is suggested for participating in the EnerGuide for New Homes and Built Green programs.
2025 Upcoming Dates:
December 10 & 11
Instructor: Luke Dolan (Capital Home Energy)
Location: Online
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Community Energy Association
Fall 2025 CEA Training Schedule is Here!
The Community Energy Association’s Fall training schedule is now live, and you’re the first to hear about it! They’re excited to offer free and low-cost opportunities for building professionals across BC, including webinars!
These sessions are designed to give you practical tools and knowledge to deliver energy-efficient, comfortable homes, without adding unnecessary costs or delays.
Take a look below to see what’s coming up this season and how you can take part.
Thursday, October 16th
Stop Guessing and Start Using F280-12
Thursday, November 13th
Let’s Talk Windows & Doors
Thursday, November 20th
How to Interpret F280-12 Calculations
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Get up-to-date on our top air tightness results for
September 2025
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Langley – 2659 ft2
FINAL: 0.80 ACH &
0.35 cm²/m² NLA
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Vancouver – 2624 ft2
FINAL: 0.85 ACH &
0.31 cm²/m² NLA
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Gabriola Island – 2364 ft2
MID: 0.85 ACH &
0.37 cm²/m² NLA
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Campbell River – 3317 ft2
FINAL: 0.89 ACH &
0.28 cm²/m² NLA
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The lowest ACH score wins a Capital Home Energy mug!
(ACH = Air changes per hour)
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Another month of great ACH numbers (8 under 1 ACH!), and want to share the joy. So here is a list of additional builders who have done incredible this month!
HONORABLE MENTIONS
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Zero Carbon Step Code (ZCSC)
The Zero Carbon Step Code is a new regulation for single-family homes and other buildings in BC. It sets limits on carbon emissions from building operations, helping reduce greenhouse gases and move construction toward net-zero.
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Please remember to book your mid construction and final blower door tests at least two weeks in advance!
Friendly reminder to anyone needing to book their blower door tests. Please give us a call or email us at manager@capitalhomeenergy.com two weeks in advance to ensure we can have you on the schedule. This will ensure a quicker turnaround time for your reports!
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| For information on the BC Energy Step Code, EnerGuide ratings, Blower Door Airtightness tests, Thermal Imaging, BuiltGreen, Net Zero Homes contact our office at manager@capitalhomeenergy.com
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