About CACEA

Founded in 2017, the Canadian Association of Consulting Energy Advisors (CACEA) is the national voice for Energy Advisors (EAs) working in both the existing homes and new construction sectors across Canada.

CACEA is dedicated to:

Elevating the professionalism of the EA community
Leveraging opportunities to support member success
Advocating for a sustainable and recognized profession
Fostering collaboration with key stakeholders in the building and energy sectors

In addition to serving our members, CACEA acts as a centralized point of contact for:

Homeowners
Builders and contractors
All levels of government
Utilities and program providers
Other stakeholders in the Part 9 residential building sector

Together, we are strengthening the role of EAs in Canada’s transition to more energy-efficient, resilient, safe, and sustainable homes.

Our History

Our voice and influence continue to grow as we support our mission to support a sustainable and recognized profession of valued and credible Canadian Energy Advisors.

See How Far We’ve Come

2014

The Idea of CACEA

EAs across Canada discuss the need for a unified voice

2017

CACEA Incorporated

EAs across Canada discuss the need for a unified voice
Founding members invest
Volunteer Board
Members recruited
Promoted to industry

2019

Executive Director

Strong governance & policies
Operational focus
Defined Member Value Proposition
New Member database
Expanded Member HUB

2020

Expand Engagement

3-Year Strategic Plan
Working committees
Variety of Member forums
REA Mentoring Program
Larger Affinity Discount Program e.g. FLIR, Retrotec & TEC

PROJECT: CBAT, HTAP; Cdn Forces

2021

Grow Awareness + Expand Engagement

Piloted IDP Training
CACEA presentations to industry
Member engagement
HPSC Member
Job Board
New Branding

PROJECT: Retrofit Data Collection; Veterans’ EA Program

2022

Recognized Competence

Retrofit Refresh Training
Expand EA knowledge & networking
Industry Consultations
CEC Program

PROJECT: Veterans’ EA Program

2023

Increase Professionalism

IDP Facilitation Training
CHBA NZ Council & TRC
National & Provincial Building Code engagement
Mailed Certificate, Pin & Member Information Booklet
MEA Designation

PROJECT: NRCan Canada-wide Airflow Duct Testing; CSA IDP Seed Doc., ACBOA NBC Training; Virtual Audit Benchmarking

2024

EA Contributions

IDP Facilitation Training
Part-time Admin assistance
Building Code Engagement
New Code of Ethics & Professional Conduct
Whole House F280 Training

PROJECT: Cdn Forces Building Science Training; Volta Research Advisory; IDP; Air Flow Testing Risk Mngt; ACBOA NEBC Training

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About Our Members

CACEA is proud to represent a diverse and engaged membership that includes:

Registered EAs and Master Energy Advisors (MEAs)
EA candidates and trainees
Subject matter experts
Professionals from across the building and energy sectors

Our members actively collaborate with homeowners, contractors, builders, and other stakeholders, and contribute to the development and implementation of national programs, codes, and standards that shape Canada’s housing and energy future.

Committed to Professional Excellence

CACEA members are held to a higher standard of professionalism and accountability. All members must:

Maintain Errors and Omissions (E&O) Insurance (not required by regulation, but essential for professional risk management)
Complete a minimum of 18 hours of Continuing Education Credits (CECs) each year (25 CECs for MEAs)
Abide by CACEA’s Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct
EA members must submit an annual verification letter from their Service Organization (SO) confirming good standing with both their SO and NRCan

A Sustainable Profession with Expanded Services

CACEA is committed to ensuring a sustainable, evolving profession. Many of our members offer additional services beyond energy evaluations, including but not limited to: