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Whitehorse United’s comprehensive energy study leads to biggest upgrade yet

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Whitehorse United’s comprehensive energy study leads to biggest upgrade yet

Conducting a comprehensive energy study can reveal new opportunities and strategies to improve building efficiency. An assessment at Whitehorse United Church in Whitehorse, Yukon led to the church’s largest energy project to date, a full HVAC upgrade incorporating air source heat pump technology.

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Welcoming more: Trinity United enhances space for tenant and community use

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Welcoming more: Trinity United enhances space for tenant and community use

More people in the building means higher expectations for comfort, rising energy demands, and growing costs, especially in older buildings. At Trinity United Church in Grimsby, Ontario, this reality came to a head and, in response, upgraded its building to ensure their space could remain both welcoming and sustainable. 

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Five Oaks Centre Invests over 700K to Rejuvenate its Property and Buildings

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Five Oaks Centre Invests over 700K to Rejuvenate its Property and Buildings

Over the last decade, Five Oaks Centre (Paris, ON) has made significant upgrades to improve the energy efficiency and sustainability of its facilities. To further investment into its property, the Centre adopted a business model in 2016, introducing a commitment to develop a 5-year property rejuvenation plan.

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More than Swapping Out Boilers: Fifth Avenue Memorial's Heating System Upgrade

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More than Swapping Out Boilers: Fifth Avenue Memorial's Heating System Upgrade

In 2019, Fifth Avenue Memorial faced another critical project when its heating system unexpectedly failed. The scope of the replacement became larger than just simply swapping out its boiler and included a complete overhaul of its existing heating system.

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In the Nick of time: Glenwood United's Timely Rescue by Faithful Footprints

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In the Nick of time: Glenwood United's Timely Rescue by Faithful Footprints

In 2023, United Churches encountered an unexpected challenge when their boilers broke down, resulting in an urgent need to replace them. Glenwood United Church sources out Faithful Footprints funding to replace its boilers rapidly approaching the end of their 25-year lifespan.

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Eco-Momentum: Transcona Memorial United continues its green building renovations with $480k Canadian Government Support

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Eco-Momentum: Transcona Memorial United continues its green building renovations with $480k Canadian Government Support

After completing a retrofit project supported by a Faithful Footprints grant, Transcona Memorial United is continuing its greening efforts with $480,000 of federal funding for an ambitious energy efficiency and decarbonization upgrade.


Seven Minutes of Impact: Faithful Footprints Sparks Curiosity at The National Trust Conference

Seven Minutes of Impact: Faithful Footprints Sparks Curiosity at The National Trust Conference

Stephen Collette, Faithful Footprints program's Building Grant Manager, and Building Expert, delivered a compelling presentation titled 'Faithful Footprints – A National Decarbonizing Strategy for the United Church of Canada.' as part of the The National Trust Conference 2023: Transforming Heritage. Stephen offers a thoughtful retrospective of his conference experience, detailing the reactions and responses elicited during the event.

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Coming Together to Combat Climate Change: The Unified Mission of Deer Park United and Calvin Presbyterian

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Coming Together to Combat Climate Change: The Unified Mission of Deer Park United and Calvin Presbyterian

With a shared ecumenical ministry spanning 13 years, Deer Park United Church and Calvin Presbyterian Church in Toronto, Ontario, serve as a compelling example of the impact that a united mission can have in the realm of climate action.