Bank opens net-zero energy branch in Kitchener [Video]

The community of Kitchener-Waterloo marked a new beginning this weekend.

“So we’re certainly committed to our purpose and building a more sustainable future,” said Justin Scully, regional president of the Bank of Montreal (BMO).

A Kitchener BMO location with a uniquely designed branch opened Saturday morning.

“It’s the first net-zero branch anywhere in Canada and we’re super excited to share that with this community,” Scully told CTV News.

The 5,000 square foot facility, located at 1270 Fischer-Hallman Road, is being called a testament to sustainable architecture and low-carbon construction.

“So in a time when we’re all trying to see how we can tackle climate change and how we can achieve our goals, BMO is taking a step forward as a company by building branches like this,” said Mayor of Kitchener, Berry Vrbanovic.

“We know that Kitchener-Waterloo is one of the key hubs for innovation across this amazing country and so …