Supporting the Future of Buildings—Together
Frameworks is an industry-guided initiative developed by Sustainable Waterloo Region in partnership with the Grand Valley Construction Association, designed to support professionals and organizations across the building sector in the transition toward efficient, smart, and healthy buildings.
We’re not here to set the standards—we’re here to help you meet them.
As policy, performance expectations, and market demands evolve, our goal is to ensure that everyone involved in the planning, design, construction, operation, and renovation of buildings has access to the tools, knowledge, and connections they need to succeed. Whether you’re leading the way on high-performance building practices or just starting to explore your options, Frameworks offers a place to learn, collaborate, and move forward—together.
Our Strategic Priorities
Frameworks is built around three strategic priorities that guide everything we do:
- Knowledge & Capacity Building
Curating relevant, credible, and accessible resources and opportunities to support building professionals in navigating emerging codes, technologies, and strategies. - Connecting & Industry Collaboration
Building bridges across disciplines, sectors, and roles to foster shared learning, collective problem solving, and stronger outcomes. - Business Case Development & Market Transformation
Highlighting proven approaches and unlocking value by aligning performance goals with long-term financial, operational, and community benefits.
How We Deliver
Our work is organized into five Program Delivery Pathways, each offering targeted, flexible support based on where and how you engage with the building sector.
- Website & Online Resources
A curated hub of tools, case studies, funding programs, and learning opportunities—sorted by audience and topic. - Events & Engagement Opportunities
In-person and virtual opportunities for learning, connection, and conversation—tours, panels, workshops, and more. - Training & Technical Workshops
Hands-on, modular programs developed with local partners to support upskilling in line with emerging practices and standards. - Policy Engagement Platform
A neutral space for industry, utilities, and municipalities to align around practical, actionable policy and planning insights. - Market Acceleration & Project-Specific Supports
Helping good ideas move forward—through design workshops, retrofit aggregation, strategic partnerships, and more.
Executive Advisory Committee
Frameworks is guided by a cross-disciplinary Inaugural Executive Advisory Committee made up of experienced leaders from across the building sector. The Committee plays a central role shaping the frameworks’ strategic direction, ensuring it remains grounded in real-world industry needs.
Inaugural EAC Members:
Adrian Conrad
Chief Operating Officer, The Cora Group
Ana Gascon Marco
Holistic Architect & Geomancy Practitioner, Anima
Andy Oding
Vice President, Building Knowledge Canada
Kayden Toffolo
Energy Engineering Intern, WalterFedy
Jason Ball
President, Ball Construction
Jeff MacIntyre
President, Grand Valley Construction Association
Zam Abdulla
Branch Manager & Electrical Engineer, Callidus Engineering
Let's Connect
Frameworks is here to meet the industry where it is—and help build what comes next.
Have suggestions or want to get involved? Reach out to start the conversation.