As mass timber construction continues to build momentum, critical lessons learned on jobsites are emerging to ensure successful project outcomes. The aesthetics and many benefits of mass timber are...
Whether you currently lack a permanent place to live or are renting and dream of owning your own home, there’s reason for cautious optimism in 2026. Last fall, Prime Minister Carney announced the...
This year’s Canadian Architect Awards was one of the most competitive in the past decade. Jurors Alison Brooks, Sonia Gagné, and Kelly Buffey met in Toronto to consider 184 project submissions to the...
Passive House Canada Conference Announcements We’re excited to share that the keynote speaker for the 2026 Passive House Canada Conference has been confirmed. Speaking opportunities...
The OAA’s governing Council met at the Association’s headquarters on June 19 to review semi-annual reports, approve revised Practice Tips, and hear from the Fairness Commissioner of Ontario. Wall of...
“As Canada approaches a federal election, the future of deeply affordable, supportive housing will depend on sustained investment and coordinated leadership,” says Naama Blonder of Toronto-based Smart...
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...
Wildfires and extreme weather events are becoming more frequent, and it’s time to rethink how we design and build our homes and buildings to endure extreme climate events. At Designing for Fire...
The construction industry is known for its slim profit margins and erratic market cycles—this despite accounting for $13 trillion in spending worldwide in 2023, or approximately 7 percent of global...
The newly-formed Building Performance Assurance Council (BPAC) announced during the 2023 Passive House Canada Conference in Hamilton, Ont., comes at a key juncture for high performance buildings in...