Across rural Nova Scotia, aging community halls are being transformed into vibrant, energy-efficient hubs through the Pictou County Net Zero Retrofits Pilot. Led by Navigate Energy, this initiative is cutting emissions, lowering costs, and preserving the cultural heartbeat of local communities—ensuring these spaces remain active and welcoming for years to come.
In 2022, The ReCover Initiative initiated a series of studies to understand the requirements for implementing panelized deep retrofits for six municipally owned buildings across Canada. The participating municipalities included Halifax Regional Municipality, the Town of New Glasgow, Colchester, Burlington, Oakville, and Saskatoon. This effort led to a series of Front End Engineering and Design (FEED) studies, which helped us evaluate the feasibility and long-term impacts of a panelized deep retrofit approach for the selected buildings.
Discover how a bold retrofit expanded usable space by 62%, slashed energy use, and reused over 90 tonnes of materials. This case study reveals how smart design and grassroots collaboration can future-proof historic buildings.
The Liverpool Curling Club (LCC) opened its doors in 1936, providing a central hub for curling enthusiasts, recreation, and social engagement for the residents of Queens Municipality. However, outdated infrastructure, rising energy costs, high operational costs, and declining membership threatened its survival.
