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Urbanarium has launched Decoding Timber Towers, a global ideas competition which aims to have real-world impact. This marks the Vancouver organization’s fourth installment in its affordable housing...

The SABMag has revealed the winners of its 18th annual Canadian Green Building Awards, which recognizes outstanding achievements in sustainable design. This year’s jury awarded 11 projects across...

Withdrawal of Three OAA Practice Tips The 2024 edition of Ontario’s Building Code (O. Reg. 163/24) came into effect on January 1, 2025, with a three-month transition period until March 31...

As Canada’s demand for housing and infrastructure continues to grow, contemporary approaches to construction and demolition pose major social, cultural, and environmental challenges. The prevailing...

With one foot out the door, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau asked one of his ministers to help develop a plan for a new official residence to replace the vacant 24 Sussex. In a letter addressed to...

The Buildings Show 2025 is now accepting proposals for its conference program. This is an opportunity for members of the OAA to showcase their expertise by leading sessions, workshops, or panel...

Changes in the National Building Code  (NBC) in 2020 laid the foundation for the rise of taller timber buildings, and the market has responded. According to a Natural Resources Canada (NRC) 2021...

The 2024 edition of Ontario’s Building Code (O. Reg. 163/24) came into effect on January 1, 2025, with a three-month transition period until March 31, 2025 for permit applications under the 2012 OBC...

CSA is seeking feedback on its new standard Building Information Modelling–Level of information need–Part 1: Concepts and principles. This new CSA standard specifies concepts and principles to...

No. 9 The Culture of Sustainability, which empowers youth to build sustainable communities, is offering architects in Hamilton, Toronto, Kingston, and Ottawa a chance to inspire the next generation...