This year, APsystems proudly introduced a new category to the Canadian Installation Awards: Multi-Family. Calgary-based Solar YYC Inc., founded and led by President Alex Tyndale, set the standard by earning recognition for their 315kW (DC) system spanning four residential buildings in Copperfield Park II.
The project’s primary objective was straightforward but impactful: offset the common loads of the development, including parkades, hallway lighting, block heater plug-ins, and exterior lighting. That goal was fully achieved, delivering meaningful reductions to shared operating costs while proving that solar can scale effectively in multi-family settings.
For Tyndale, who founded Solar YYC eight years ago, with a focus on 75% residential and 25% commercial/agricultural projects, the Copperfield Park system reflects the company’s ability to design solutions that balance performance with simplicity.
APsystems microinverters were central to the project’s success. With arrays spread across many roof faces and orientations, the technology provided seamless answers to both rapid shutdown (RSD) requirements and module-level power electronics (MLPE) needs. “APsystems solved the rapid shutdown and MLPE needs across many roof faces,” said Tyndale. “It’s plug-and-play without sacrificing quality, and delivers real savings to residents.”
The installation process itself was described as “plug and play” – simple, fast, and reliable – without compromising on quality. The built-in functionality of APsystems microinverters, including MLPE and RSD, eliminated the need for additional components and streamlined system deployment.
Performance has been equally impressive. “APS does what it says, in terms of production,” Tyndale noted. “An equivalent string system will almost always produce less than APS and, in effect, be much more dangerous.” For Solar YYC, APsystems stands apart thanks to its reliability, high-quality standards, and responsive support, all delivered at a competitive cost.
Community reception has been positive, particularly as residents benefit from the ongoing energy savings the system provides. In fact, Solar YYC reports that some clients now specifically request not to use string or optimized systems, preferring the safety and streamlined design of APsystems microinverters.
From Calgary’s Copperfield Park II to the broader Canadian solar industry, Solar YYC’s award-winning project demonstrates how thoughtful design, reliable technology, and a clear focus on resident value can redefine what’s possible for multi-family solar.
