Sustainability Support
for Mid-Tier Buildings
Funding and expert support to boost commercial building energy performance
Mid-tier buildings play a fundamental role in Canada’s commercial real estate landscape and in meeting the country’s carbon reduction goals. Yet many building owners and managers face barriers to upgrading ageing systems and improving building performance.
BOMA Enspire helps remove those barriers.
BOMA Enspire is a three-year $24.9M national program supported by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) under its Deep Retrofit Accelerator Initiative (DRAI) and delivered by BOMA Canada. The program provides practical resources, guidance and funding to help commercial building operators and managers plan and implement energy-efficient upgrades and advance low-carbon operations.
Through BOMA Enspire, participants gain the knowledge, confidence and support to improve building performance while preparing for the future.
BOMA Enspire supports mid-tier buildings
through three distinct streams:
FUNDING
Targeted financial support to help eligible buildings plan and implement efficiency upgrades and deep retrofit projects.
EDUCATION
Subsidized certifications, free training and ongoing learning opportunities to build the skills needed to improve building performance and manage retrofit projects with confidence.
RESOURCES
Practical tools, guides and real-world case studies to help participants assess opportunities, make informed decisions and move projects forward.CIET Certification Courses
NOW open for registration.
Build your expertise and advance your career. Through BOMA Enspire, eligible participants can access 75% course subsidies on select CIET Certifications. Courses fill up quickly, registration is on a first come, first served basis.
Prepare for the next funding initiative
(coming Spring 2026)
The Retrofit Ready funding initiative is launching in Spring 2026. Enrol in BOMA Enspire now to confirm eligibility, understand program requirements and prepare your application so you’re ready when submissions open. Learn more. Read the Funding Guide
Enspire your Building education series
Join free, monthly education sessions open to building operators across Canada. Sessions are delivered live in a webinar format and available on demand.
View upcoming sessions and recordings.
Awards and recognition
Our annual awards program recognizes outstanding emission reductions from all those enrolled, with winners announced annually at BOMEX, the commercial real estate industry’s leading national conference.
Learn more about the BOMA Enspire Awards and eligibility criteria.
BOMA ENSPIRE INITIATIVE
FUNDING ELIGIBILITY
BOMA Enspire is open to all commercial real estate owners, operators and industry stakeholders across Canada. Funding initiatives have additional eligibility requirements.
Which buildings qualify for retrofit funding?
- Retrofit funding is available to commercial buildings that are:
- Identified as Class B or Class C
- Between 10,000 – 250,000 sq. ft.,
- Connected to ENERGY STAR® Portfolio Manager
- Built before 2015
- Located in Canada
Eligible building types may include:
Office, healthcare, hospitality, hotels and lodging, light industrial, mixed-use, retail, restaurants, schools, places of worship, healthcare, hospitality, hotels & lodging, light industrial, mixed-use, office, places of worship, retail, restaurants, and schools.
Ineligible buildings:
Multi-unit residential buildings (MURBs), manufacturing facilities and federal government buildings.
Full eligibility details are outlined on the Funding Initiatives page.
WHAT DEFINES A MID-TIER
CLASS B or CLASS C BUILDING?
Commercial building types are classified according to their age, condition, amenities and overall performance relative to local market standards and inventory.
Class B Buildings:
Mid- to high-rise buildings, often 10 to 20+ years old. Finishes and systems are generally well-maintained and functional, with moderate amenities. These buildings typically offer lower rents than Class A properties and serve a broad range of tenants.
Class C Buildings:
Mid- to low-rise buildings, typically more than 20 years old. Systems and technologies may be outdated, and buildings often require extensive renovations. These buildings generally offer minimal amenities and may be located in suburban communities.
Meet our Team
The BOMA Enspire team is here to assist you every step of the way on your retrofit journey. It’s the commitment we live by every day.
NATURAL RESOURCES CANADA
DEEP RETROFIT ACCELERATOR INITIATIVES (DRAI)
Several deep retrofit programs are currently available across Canada. Funding may be combined where programs are complementary; however, applicants are not permitted to receive funding from multiple programs for the same project costs.
Deep Retrofit Accelerator Initiative funding programs available in regions across Canada. Learn more about them today!
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