About Vesennyaya-Halva

Canada's premier resource for sustainable building information

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Our Story

Vesennyaya-Halva was founded in 2020 by a group of passionate environmentalists, architects, and construction experts who recognized the need for a centralized information hub focused on sustainable building practices in Canada.

Our name combines "Vesennyaya" (spring in Russian) and "Halva" (a sweet confection), symbolizing the sweet renewal and growth that comes with embracing sustainable building methods.

Based in Toronto with collaborators across the country, we've quickly grown to become Canada's leading online resource for green building information, helping homeowners, contractors, and architects create environmentally responsible structures that are adapted to Canada's diverse climate challenges.

Our Mission & Vision

Our Mission

To provide comprehensive, accessible information and resources that empower Canadians to build and renovate homes using sustainable practices and materials.

Our Vision

A future where every new building in Canada incorporates green techniques and technologies, significantly reducing the construction industry's environmental footprint.

Our Core Values

The principles that guide our work and relationships

Integrity

We provide honest, unbiased information backed by research and expertise.

Sustainability

We are committed to promoting practices that protect our environment for future generations.

Accessibility

We make complex green building concepts understandable and implementable for everyone.

Innovation

We continuously research and promote the latest advancements in sustainable building technologies.

Our Expert Team

Meet the professionals behind Vesennyaya-Halva

Elena Petrov, Ph.D.

Founder & Sustainable Architecture Expert

With over 15 years of experience in green building design, Elena leads our research initiatives and architectural consultations.

David Thompson

Energy Efficiency Specialist

David specializes in renewable energy integration and passive house techniques for the Canadian climate.

Mei Lin, M.Eng.

Sustainable Materials Researcher

Mei evaluates and tests building materials for sustainability, durability, and performance in various Canadian regions.

Robert Leblanc

Building Code & Certification Expert

Robert helps navigate the complexities of Canadian building codes and green certification processes.

Our Partners

Organizations we collaborate with to promote sustainable building in Canada

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