Indigenous Codes Acceleration Program
Practical tools to strengthen housing in your community
Access training, resources, and support to adopt high-performance energy codes and build resilient, energy-efficient homes grounded in cultural values.
Program overview
The Indigenous Communities Building Codes program supports Indigenous communities in adopting and implementing energy codes. Through training, resources, and direct support, the program helps build capacity for energy-efficient, resilient housing.
How communities are using these tools
- Customized toolkits aligned to community needs
- Practical, on-the-ground support
- Culturally relevant training and resources
- Opportunities to connect and learn from other communities
Why energy codes matter
Energy-efficient building codes support long-term housing performance, reduce energy costs, and contribute to healthier, more resilient communities.
See how communities are putting this into action
Watch how Indigenous communities are applying energy codes in real-world settings. This case study highlights practical outcomes, lessons learned, and what implementation looks like on the ground.
Get Involved
Be part of building a sustainable, affordable, and culturally connected housing future for Indigenous communities.
Access Practical Resources and Training Built for Your Community
Explore practical toolkits, guides, and training designed to help Indigenous communities strengthen housing, navigate energy codes, and support long-term community resilience. Whether you’re looking for implementation support, compliance guidance, or hands-on learning opportunities, these resources are built to support action at every stage.
Use these resources to:
- Plan and deliver energy-efficient housing projects
- Understand and apply code requirements with confidence
- Build local knowledge through practical training and tools
- Strengthen long-term community capacity and sustainability
- Indigenous Housing Toolkit & Project Worksheets
Step-by-step guidance to support planning, design, and construction of energy-efficient homes aligned with community priorities.
- Energy Management and Leadership Training Program
ECO Canada’s Energy Management and Leadership Training program helps Indigenous communities adopt and comply with high-performance energy building codes through six flexible training modules or a full 6-day course.
High-Performance Energy Building Codes within Indigenous Communities
Learn how high-performance energy building codes, including the NBC and NECB, can support sustainable construction and energy efficiency in Indigenous communities
Energy Code Compliance Monitoring & Enforcement Toolkit
This four-part toolkit provides Indigenous communities with practical guidance on understanding, adopting, implementing, and enforcing national building and energy codes to support safer, more energy-efficient, and self-governed community development.
Get access to tools and support
Tell us about your role and community so we can connect you with the most relevant tools and resources.
Stay connected with the community
Join the conversation, see how others are using these tools, and explore shared approaches to building stronger, more efficient housing.
Upcoming Events
Join upcoming sessions to explore how these toolkits are being used, ask questions, and hear directly from experts and communities.
Resources & Learning
Here Are Some Resources to Learn More
Explore a curated selection of guides, toolkits, training, and events to help Indigenous communities and stakeholders navigate building codes, enhance energy efficiency, and implement sustainable practices. Expand each category to access detailed resources.
Government of Canada
ECO Canada Webinars
- 2025 National Model Codes: A New Era of Building Performance
- Navigating Energy Codes Stories from Indigenous Builders
- Beyond Compliance Leveraging Energy Codes to Deliver Better Buildings
- Empowering Building Legacies: A Roadmap for Energy Efficiency Building (Bilingual)
- Empowering Indigenous Communities Introducing the Energy Code Toolkit (Part 2)
- Empowering Indigenous Communities: Introducing the Energy Code Toolkit (Part 1)
- Empowering Indigenous Communities Deep Energy Retrofits and Energy Building Code Compliance
- Introduction to National Energy Codes of Canada for Buildings 2020
- Turning Policy to Practice: Highlighting the City of Yellowknife's Energy Efficiency Building Bylaws
- A House Doesn’t Need to Breathe… But People Do! About Home Airtightness and Ventilation
