104,000 sq. ft. of Class A office space, 3 storey building, LEED Platinum CERTIFIED
evolv1, Canada’s first Zero Carbon Building – Design and Performance Certified, Net Positive.
A uniquely modern 104,000 square foot urban space designed for today’s millennial tech-savvy workforce. Located on the doorstep of Ion Light Rail Transit and showcasing an array of amenities and creative collision spaces, evolv1 offers a perfect light-filled new home for today’s growing tech or professional services company.
Envisioned in collaboration with Sustainable Waterloo Region, EY, and the David Johnston Research + Technology Park, evolv1 was certified LEED Platinum and has achieved a net positive carbon output.
Suites
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Cora Grid Coworking Offices
Premium, private offices for teams of 2-6, designed for innovators in research and technology. Backed by The Cora Group’s reputation for sustainable, Class A office spaces, our suites provide a focused, distraction-free environment with high-quality amenities. We help businesses scale seamlessly with flexible spaces that grow alongside your needs—creating the ideal setting for collaboration and innovation.
Building Details
Located in University of Waterloo's Research + Technology Park
Waterloo Region is an emerging international technology hub, home to startups and significant technology brands such as Opentext, Huawei and SAP. Situated in the David Johnston Research + Technology Park, evolv1 provides the ideal location for high growth tech companies seeking flexible, premier class A office space.
The Park is home to world-changing ideas, the focal point where academia, industry and people collide, collaborate and excel. A vibrant epicentre for world changing ideas, it brings together the brightest people, most innovative companies and the best resources.
- 3.2 million SF of office space
- 16,500 tech workers
- 20,000 coop students
- 175 innovative companies
- Home to two top universities: University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University
Accessible Transportation & Parking
Steps away from the new R+T Park Light Rail Transit stop and connected to other locations by bus, evolv1 provides superior connectivity to public transportation. On those days when a vehicle is necessary, the R+T Park has ample free parking equipped with several eco-friendly EV charging stations — a huge advantage over the congested downtown core. And for those keen on cycling to work, there are bicycle racks and showers located inside the building.
- Adjacent to R+T Park LRT station
- 4 parking spaces per 1,000sf
- EV charging stations
- Bicycle racks & showers
Sustainability
Envisioned in collaboration with Sustainable Waterloo Region, EY and the David Johnston Research + Technology Park, evolv1 was constructed in accordance with LEED Platinum principles and is the FIRST Zero Carbon Design Certified building in Canada.
Key sustainability features:
- The building consistently produces more energy than it consumes, reaching over 100% on-site energy generation
- Equipped with both roof-mounted solar panels (around 754 panels) and 1,440 Canadian-made panels over the parking areas
- Features triple-glazed windows, optimized glazing less than 40%, an R-30 wall, and R-40 roof for superior thermal performance
- A deep geothermal well (160 m) pumps about 800 gallons/min (≈3,028 L/min), utilizing ground energy for efficient heating and cooling.
- The atrium features a 40-foot (three-storey) living wall, enhancing indoor air quality, humidity control, and occupant wellbeing.
- EV charging stations
- Smart dimmable 1-10V LED lighting
evolv1 Case Studies & Highlights
Design & Certification
- CAGBC evolv1 Dual ZCB Certification & LEED Platinum Case Study
- CAGBC News: First ZCB-Design Certification (April 2018)
System Innovation
- SolarWall® Case Study: Passive Solar Preheating for evolv1
- Electrical Industry News: evolv1 Self-Sufficient Solar System (2024)
Performance & Living Lab
- David Johnston R+T Park: evolv1 ZCB Performance Certification (2020)
- R+T Park: evolv1 as a Living Lab (Feb 2025)
- An evolv1 Experiment: Humidity, Human Behavior & Energy Use
- The Unique Story of evolv1 in Waterloo Region – The Viessmann Centre for Engagement and Research in Sustainability
Workplace & Culture
Amenities
Cora Hub Collision Space
Adjacent to R&T Park ION Stop
Public Networking / Event Space
Solar Carport Parking
EV Charging
Secure Solar Carport Bicycle Parking
Outdoor Patio Space
Expansive Walking Trails
Access to Cora Fitness Centre
Showers & Locker Rooms
Neighbourhood
evolv1 is at the heart of the University of Waterloo’s David Johnston Research + Technology Park—a hub where innovation, industry, and academia converge. This vibrant epicenter is where bold ideas take shape, groundbreaking research meets real-world impact, and the brightest minds collaborate to shape the future. Nestled within Waterloo’s thriving tech and innovation corridor, the park offers direct access to leading research institutions, top-tier talent, and a dynamic business ecosystem. With nearby trails, diverse restaurants and cafes, and seamless transit connections, it’s a place where work, sustainability, and community come together.
