In our first full episode, we sit down with Chris Ballard.

Chris is the CEO of Passive House Canada, a national organization that champions high-performance, energy-efficient building standards for homes and buildings across the country.

Before joining Passive House, Chris served as Ontario’s Minister of Housing and Ontario's Minister of Environment and Climate Change.

With deep expertise in both government and the sustainable housing sector, Chris will help us explore how we can create climate-resilient homes that are better for people and the planet.

The Progress Canada Podcast delves into the political, social, and policy transformations shaping the future of our country. Each episode brings thought-provoking discussions with policymakers, activists, and experts who are driving change across Canada. We tackle issues like income security, housing affordability, community building, climate progress, and generational fairness. We explore what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to be done next to build a more inclusive, sustainable, and equitable future.Progress Canada is here to cut through the noise, highlight what matters, and empower Canadians to contribute to a progressive future for all of us.