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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 OAA provides licensed members with free viewing access to a collection of CSA standards, including all standards referenced in the National Building Code of Canada (NBC), Ontario’s Building Code...
Explore how architecture firms can tackle industry challenges via strategic human resources initiatives. Janet Candido’s op-ed for Canadian Architect aims to address critical issues like an aging...
CSA Standards Access Program: Top 10 Most Accessed Documents in the Collection CSA Standards are an important reference tool for licensed OAA members to ensure design meets building code...
The OAA’s governing Council met on December 1 to discuss a landscape design competition for the Headquarters, the 2024 budgets, Committee appointments, public outreach, and items related to the...
Volunteers play a vital role in the work of the OAA, with a diversity of perspectives, expertise, skills, and knowledge critical to the decision-making process. The OAA is currently welcoming...
Exploring Bidding and Permits The fifth instalment of this series in Practice Advisory highlights existing OAA resources in the Practice Advisory Knowledge Base that address common themes and issues...
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) is conducting a nation-wide study to collect information about energy code compliance for buildings. Targeted respondent groups include architects, as well as other...
The next installment of this series in the Practice Advisory highlights existing OAA resources in the Practice Advisory Knowledge Base that address common themes and issues raised with the Practice...
Indigenous youth are leading communities in building a more sustainable and inclusive future. That is why the Government of Canada supports youth organizations that are undertaking important work...