Built for Better: Minto exceeds building code across Canada by 14.53%For some, built to code may be good enough, but not for us. With 70 years of homebuilding experience and over 100,000 homes built, Minto is known for doing more to help people live better. We’re proud to announce that we exceeded building code by 14.53% in 2024, proving that we build better places to live, work, and play.What does it mean to build better than code? Coding regulations keep homeowners safe when it comes to craftsmanship, energy efficiency, durability, and overall health. We believe in doing more than the bare minimum by building better.Increased Efficiency
A 14.53% difference is no small feat and means a lot to the homeowner. When we exceed building code standards, you enjoy quieter more energy efficient homes. Heating and cooling bills are decreased, giving you more affordability.Durability
Would you rather have a home that was sourced with materials that are thought to be good enough, or a home that was expertly designed with longevity and beautiful streetscapes in mind? When you buy a Minto home you get the latter. Because that’s what we would want too.Health
Building codes protect your health. From indoor air quality, to fire safety, every detail is been scrutinized to ensure homeowner health comes first. Minto has ensured that we exceed the standard when it comes to safety and overall well-being.Peace of Mind
Homeowners can also rest assured knowing they are leaving a positive impact and legacy for generations to come by choosing a home that will result in less wasted energy and fewer emissions and materials that will stand the test of time.
This achievement was made possible thanks to all our dedicated employees and trade partners. Everyone from product design to construction and sustainability plays a key role in building for better.By building better than code, we’re making strides toward one of our many ESG goals. As a company, Minto successfully reduced carbon emissions and we’re creating homes that do the same. We recognize we still have strides to make to meet all our ESG goals, including being Net Zero by 2050.To learn more about our sustainability efforts and how we’re doing more to help people live better by building better places to live, work, and play, visit minto.com.
