We are thrilled to announce that the SSRIA Innovation Fund is supporting two groundbreaking projects in partnership with Kehewin Cree Nation and MV3 Construction System Ltd. These initiatives represent a significant leap forward in sustainable, high-performance housing for Albertan communities.

The MV3 Construction System is launching a pilot project in Calgary, Alberta, to revolutionize energy-efficient home building. This innovative hybrid solution replaces traditional high-loss framing areas (like corners and headers), with prefabricated, high-performance “box-section” modules.

• Superior Efficiency: Replaces standard R4 lumber with R9 insulated modules, cutting conductive heat loss by half in critical areas while reducing GHG emissions.
• Seamless Integration: Designed as a “compatible overlay” for conventional wood framing, allowing builders to improve performance without switching to full panelized systems.
• Sustainable & Scalable: Manufactured from oriented strand board (OSB) to protect old-growth timber, this system provides a code-aligned pathway to net-zero-ready buildings.

The Kehewin Cree Nation Net Zero Build project demonstrates a sustainable and resilient approach to Indigenous housing through a partnership between the Kehewin Cree Nation and Ecoplast Solutions.

• Innovative Technology: The project utilizes specialized structural building panels made from recycled plastic bottles to create a highly efficient, near net-zero building envelope.
• Community Impact: The initiative provides hands-on training for Kehewin staff and subcontractors in advanced assembly techniques, fostering local expertise in green construction.
• Long-Term Sustainability: Beyond reducing GHG emissions, the home is designed to lower operational costs significantly by feeding excess energy back into the grid while providing a healthier, more resilient living environment.