On September 11, 2026, CACEA™ convened a national session of its EA Council to gather practitioner feedback on ECCC’s modernization of HOT2000. EAs from existing homes, new construction, and code compliance streams, along with QA Specialists and Service Organizations from across the country, weighed in on what the platform needs to get right. That discussion became…
On September 8, 2026, the day Budget 2026 consultations closed and Canada’s retaliatory tariffs took effect, CACEA™ formally called on the Prime Minister and federal ministers to reinstate a multi-year national home retrofit grant and loan, modelled on the former Canada Greener Homes program, with a mandatory EA evaluation built into its design. The case…
CACEA is pleased to announce the launch of an annual awards program celebrating leaders in our industry. We are now accepting nominations for two awards (self-nominations welcome). The deadline to submit a nomination is October 2, 2026 5:00pm ET. Award recipients will be announced at lunch at the EA Exchange, November 6th in Richmond BC. Rising Star Award —…
The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, on behalf of the Building Code Short-Term Advisory Body (“Advisory Body”), sought public input as part of a review of Ontario’s Building Code to identify opportunities to reduce unnecessary regulatory burden, improve clarity, support housing construction, and reduce barriers to innovation and interprovincial trade. CACEA provided a written…
The Canadian Association of Consulting Energy Advisors (CACEA) is pleased to provide feedback on NRCan’s Proposed Updates to the EnerGuide Rating System (ERS) Administrative Procedures and Quality Assurance (QA) Procedures. Re: Feedback on NRCan’s Proposed Updates to the EnerGuide Rating System (ERS) Administrative Procedures and Quality Assurance (QA) Procedures
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The Canadian Association of Consulting Energy Advisors’ (CACEA) is pleased to announce it newest team member. Gilles Lesage MEA – who will serve as our new Technical Liaison Director and represent CACEA – particularly in British Columbia, will support the board of directors and be a conduit between multiple stakeholders, its members, and the larger EA community.
This free, 6-month program is an opportunity for member to build collaborative relationships and expand their skills. It is designed to facilitate informal mentoring that is rewarding for both mentors and protégés alike.
CACEA is seeking to fill one (1) open position for the 2026-28 Board of Director term of office. Directors of the board identify opportunities to advance the building and efficiency sectors while also improving and expanding upon programs and services that support and benefit members and the profession. Interested candidates must submit their completed Nomination Form by January 8, 2026…
CACEA sent the following letter to the City of Vancouver regarding their proposed budget