Building Transformation Program

Across Canada, billions in retrofit potential remain locked in feasibility studies that never move forward. The Building Transformation Program (BTP) exists to change that. As Atlantic Canada’s retrofit-to-value accelerator, ReCover turns plans into performance—helping building owners cut operating costs, secure funding, and increase asset value. From early assessment to implementation, we bridge the gap between technical ambition and financial return, guiding every step of your retrofit journey.

Our Retrofit-to-Value System

The Building Transformation Program (BTP) accelerates execution—helping building owners move from intent to impact.

We don’t just study potential; we build the business case, mobilize funding, and manage delivery so your retrofit achieves measurable results.

By participating in BTP, you gain access to the Retrofit-to-Value System—a structured process that translates energy savings into financial and operational gains. We help you assess your building, develop investment-grade models, and coordinate construction through trusted partners and programs.

BTP is ideal for pre-2000 buildings that rely on older or inefficient systems and have yet to undergo major upgrades. Whether you manage housing, healthcare, or commercial properties, BTP turns your retrofit into a value-creating asset improvement.

Eligible building types

4+ story apartments, condominiums, and affordable housing

Offices, community centres, schools, and long-term care facilities.

Large public buildings such as universities, museums, and government facilities

What to expect

1. ASSESSMENT

Building Review

We meet with you to understand your goals and building data, identifying the retrofit opportunities that deliver the strongest operational and financial impact. You’ll receive a customized action plan outlining what’s possible and where to start.

2. FEASIBILITY

RFP Process

ReCover manages the RFP for a qualified consultant to complete a feasibility study and business-case model. We ensure alignment with your goals, verify ROI, and identify funding pathways to de-risk investment.

3. CONSTRUCTION

Implementation Support

We stay with you through execution. We help secure financing and managing partners, ensuring your project is delivered on time, on budget, and with measurable performance results.

Eligibility questions

1.

Are you managing a pre-2000 building with rising energy costs or deferred maintenance?

2.

Are you interested in available funding for Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) studies to assist your deep retrofit journey?

3.

Are you ready to transform your building into a higher-performing, higher-value asset?

Going deeper with deep retrofits

Deep retrofits go beyond single-system upgrades by addressing the building envelope, systems, and operations together to deliver lasting performance, comfort, and resilience.

Through this holistic approach, ReCover helps you achieve both carbon reductions and capital appreciation, ensuring your investment pays back in value as well as efficiency.

Get in touch with our business development team

Have a project ready—or a feasibility study waiting for its next step?

Our team helps you unlock funding, validate ROI, and move from study to construction.

FAQs

Most studies take 3–6 months, depending on building complexity. ReCover coordinates the process and manages updates so you can focus on operations.

Eligible projects receive funded feasibility support. Later phases are cost-shared based on project scope and funding structure.

It’s an energy assessment that identifies efficiency measures. ReCover builds on this audit to quantify ROI and valuation impact.

If your feasibility study included an ASHRAE Level 2 Audit, yes. We review your existing study, align it with funding criteria, and help you advance to implementation.

Feature Renovation Retrofit Deep Retrofit
Goal Aesthetic/function Energy performance Max energy savings
Scope Limited Targeted systems Whole-building
Energy Savings Low Moderate (10–30%) High (50–70%+)
Climate Impact Minimal Some Significant
GHG Emissions Impact Minimal Moderate Significant (50%+ reduction)
Example Kitchen remodel, new flooring Replace boiler, add insulation Envelope insulation, heat pumps, solar PV

Case Studies

Listening to the industry

ReCover collaborates with Building to Zero Exchange (BTZx) to accelerate the region’s transition to net-zero buildings. Through roundtables and research, we identify and address the barriers slowing retrofit execution.

Service Spotlight

Capacity Building

We’re investing in the ecosystem behind every retrofit—training, partnerships, and community capacity—to ensure the skilled workforce and systems exist to deliver results at scale.