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Canadian Heat Pump Owners Report High Satisfaction, New Survey Finds

Fabian Raemy — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:19:52 +0000

A new national survey suggests Canadian homeowners who have installed heat pumps are largely happy with the decision, with 91 percent saying they would recommend them to a friend or neighbour. The findings come from a report released by Clean […]

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How Can I Protect My Home from Flooding?

Cam Allen L.I.W. NHI — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:56:59 +0000

How Can I Protect My Home from Flooding? In this weekly Q&A column, retired builder/building inspector Cam Allen answers readers’ home renovation questions. Have a question? Enter it in the form below. The intensity of rain storms has certainly risen […]

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Making Your Home Work for the Long Haul: A Guide to Aging-in-Place Renovations

Green Building Canada — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:24:02 +0000

Making Your Home Work for the Long Haul A Guide to Aging-in-Place Renovations Canada’s housing stock is aging, and so are the people living in it. By 2030, nearly a quarter of Canadians will be over 65, according to Statistics […]

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How Renewable Energy Digital Services Are Transforming the Industry

Green Building Canada — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:05:49 +0000

How Renewable Energy Digital Services Are Transforming the Industry Solar panels are cheaper than they’ve ever been. Wind capacity keeps breaking annual records. And somewhere between the turbine and the power outlet, a stack of software is quietly doing the […]

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Sustainable Planters Made Simple: What to Look For

Green Building Canada — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:09:58 +0000

Sustainable Planters Made Simple: What to Look For Choosing the right planter isn’t just about looks. It’s also about how long it lasts, how it holds up against weather and how much material and energy it takes to produce. With […]

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Insurers Raise Premiums as Profits Grow Amid Rising Climate Risks

Fabian Raemy — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:11:33 +0000

Canada’s home insurance sector is raising premiums as extreme weather risks intensify, even as the industry reports stronger profits. With wildfire season approaching and forecasts pointing to one of the hottest years on record, rising insurance costs are adding new […]

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Q&A With Bruce Greenway of Greenway Studio Architecture

Kiva Bottero — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:43:34 +0000

Q&A With Bruce Greenway of Greenway Studio Architecture Bruce Greenway is the founder of the Victoria-based architecture firm Greenway Studio Architecture. In this Q&A, he discusses his approach to architecture and offers some advice both to aspiring architects and homeowners […]

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Deck Building Tips to Save Some Grief

Cam Allen L.I.W. NHI — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:53:00 +0000

Build It Right the First Time Deck Building Tips to Save Some Grief In this weekly Q&A column, retired builder/building inspector Cam Allen answers readers’ home renovation questions. Have a question? Enter it in the form below. When the first […]

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Where to Buy Sustainable Building Materials in Canada

Green Building Canada — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 21:45:13 +0000

Where to Buy Sustainable Building Materials in Canada 7 Suppliers That Stock a Range of Green Products, Both in Store and Online Finding sustainable building materials in Canada is easier than it was five years ago. The selection has grown. […]

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Heat Pumps vs Gas Furnaces vs Hybrid Systems

Janani Venkatesh — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:19:08 +0000

Heat Pumps vs Gas Furnaces vs Hybrid Systems Comparing Installation, Maintenance and Operating Costs in Canada To switch or not to switch has been the central theme of heat pump debates. Governments and utilities are promoting them, contractors are installing […]

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