OAA Headquarters Analysis and Reports

A series of reports, studies and tests have been completed to analyze and evaluate OAA Headquarters. See below to view:

Reports Detailing OAA Headquarters Energy Modelling and Improved Comfort

JUNE 2023
The OAA Headquarters has made significant progress toward achieving net-zero operation, as detailed in comprehensive reports by the National Research Council (NRC) that also show how the building’s recent renewal improved occupant well-being.

Post-Retrofit Enclosure Air Leakage Evaluation

NOVEMBER 25, 2019
CoEfficient Building Science Ltd. conducted a blower door test at the OAA Headquarters for the purpose of determining the post-retrofit air leakage rate.

OAA Headquarters Enclosure Water Leakage Evaluation

NOVEMBER 16, 2019
CoEfficient Building Science Ltd. conducted a blower door test at the OAA Headquarters for the purpose of identifying the source of water leakage at five identified areas on the third floor of the building. The sources were addressed while on site or required a comprehensive plan to address the water leaks.

Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment

OCTOBER 2017
Pinchin conducted an environmental site assessment of OAA Headquarters for the purpose of assessing potential issues of environmental concern in relation to the future renovation of the building.

Blower Door Test

NOVEMBER 2016
More than 30 people came to OAA Headquarters to witness the blower test administered by Blue Green Consulting Group as part of the OAA renovation plans. This Blower Door test will provide a new baseline for the OAA Building Renew + Refresh program.

Bird-Building Collision Reduction Strategies Report

SEPTEMBER 2016
Birdsafe Building Standards outlines preventitive measures to reduce bird collisions at OAA Headquarters.

OAA Headquarters Technical Assessment Report

MARCH 2016
WSP Canada's technical assessment of the proposed OAA Headquarters mechanical retrofit including feasibiilty of the proposed systems, energy performance and next steps to control risks.

Indoor Air Quality Report

NOVEMBER 2014
From Sept. 25 to Oct. 2, 2014, Safetech Environmental Limited completed an indoor air quality (IAQ) assessment at OAA Headquarters. The IAQ assessment was to determine indoor air quality prior to the building undergoing a major HVAC replacement project.

Sustainable EDGE Reports

FEBRUARY 2014
The N et lifecycle cost of the 2030 Challenge Retrofit was analyzed by Sustainable EDGE. Displacement Ventilation and Geothermal Tank Briefs were also completed by Sustainable EDGE.

Daylighting Report

DECEMBER 2013
As a part of the OAA’s commitment to the 2030 Challenge, the Headquarters underwent an intensive lighting study in the summer/fall of 2013. Lead by lighting designer Deborah Gottesman, the overarching goal of the initiative was to model the building’s natural lighting.

OAA HQ Walking the Talk Presentation

MAY 2013
The OAA Building Committee presented the background and plan for OAA HQ to meet the 2030 Challenge on Friday, May 9 at the OAA Conference.

Blower Door Test

APRIL 2012
As part of a retrofit process to improve energy efficiency, the OAA had its main office building at 111 Moatfield Drive in Toronto tested for airtightness. OAA received a good rating. Click here for the news story. To learn more about what the tests mean, click on the following link for an article by John Straube .

Cushman & Wakefield Report - Financial Analysis

MAY 2008
Cushman & Wakefield was commissioned to undertake a financial analysis of real estate options to determine if it made sense to sell the building.

OAA Headquarters Analysis and Reports

Reports Detailing OAA Headquarters Energy Modelling and Improved Comfort

Post-Retrofit Enclosure Air Leakage Evaluation

OAA Headquarters Enclosure Water Leakage Evaluation

Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment

Blower Door Test

Bird-Building Collision Reduction Strategies Report

OAA Headquarters Technical Assessment Report

Indoor Air Quality Report

Sustainable EDGE Reports

Daylighting Report

OAA HQ Walking the Talk Presentation

Blower Door Test

Cushman & Wakefield Report - Financial Analysis

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