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Sustainability Survey Report
Date
28 September 2018
In November 2017, the Agency surveyed its co-op clients on their sustainable and environmental practices, capturing a snapshot of sustainable co-op housing practices in Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Alberta and British Columbia. The survey touched on building condition assessments, water and energy
Efficient Comfort: Understanding Heat Pumps
Date
9 January 2024
In the face of climate change, our decisions on heating and cooling have never been more critical. The need for both comfort and energy efficiency in our homes during extreme temperatures has brought an ever-increasing spotlight on heat pump systems.
But despite all the attention, the details of
Update for Post-1991 ILM Co-ops in BC and Alberta
Date
14 March 2024
We are happy to share the news that CMHC has changed its position on surcharges for post-1991 ILM Co-ops in British Columbia and Alberta.
CMHC previously decided that co-ops in the program must continue to collect a surcharge if they have an operating agreement, even though their ILM mortgage has
Information Sheet - Energy Audits
The Agency for Co-operative Housing
Efficiency Capital Services Brochure
Efficiency Capital
Ontario Electricity Support Program
Date
1 January 2016
The Agency has learned about several Ontario programs that can help co-ops and their members save energy—and money. While your co-op will need to invest some money in order to benefit in some initiatives, these measures offer long-term value. If this idea interests your co-op, you may wish to check
Tip of the Month
Capital Reserve Balance
61% of Agency clients hold a capital reserve balance of at least $6,000 per unit. By almost doubling the amount from 2007, co-ops are nearly twice as ready to meet their future needs.