Energy efficiency is often perceived as expensive, complex, or out of reach for community housing providers. But what if many of those assumptions are misconceptions?
Watch this session exploring the realities behind energy performance in community housing, with Dami Dabiri, Energy Manager at the BC Non-Profit Housing Association and FCM’s Regional Energy Coach for British Columbia, and Majed Hargaaya, Manager of the Regional Energy Coach Program at the Centre.
Designed for housing providers, asset managers, and sector leaders across Canada, this session unpacked common myths about energy efficiency and discussed the benefits of environmentally responsible solutions. As a part of the Centre knowledge sharing series, this webinar explored a retrofit case study from the community housing sector, Salmo Valley Estates. The speakers highlighted practical strategies and resilient design approaches that strengthen building performance while protecting long-term financial sustainability.
This recording also presents the Regional Energy Coach (REC) program, a national support initiative that helps community housing organizations navigate energy planning, funding opportunities, and implementation strategies.
Whether you are planning a retrofit, considering new development, or seeking to improve asset management practices, this recording provides actionable insights to support informed decision-making.
“Air sealing and attic insulation: low cost, high savings. This is the best bang for your buck in almost any affordable housing retrofit. Always think envelope first.”
Majed Hargaaya, The Centre
“The project team is so important, especially for a multi-measure project like this one. You need a solid team to achieve the best outcomes.”
Dami Dabiri, BC Non-Profit Housing Association
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Learn more about the Regional Energy Coach (REC) program
Related resources from our Resource Inventory:
- Understanding energy efficiency: A guide for affordable housing providers
- Why green construction is needed to affordably increase housing supply
- Building innovation: Does high performance construction cost more?
- Canada’s climate retrofit mission
- Resources for climate-ready housing and infrastructure
- Browse our Resource Inventory for more.
