2024 Conference Sponsors

Through the generous investments of sponsors in the 2024 Conference, the OAA is able to offer attendees high-quality programming that offers great value. Many of these companies will also be present at the event in Niagara Falls, and attendees are encouraged to visit their booths and learn more about the products and services they offer.

If you know of a company, practice, or organization interested in sponsoring an event at Conference this year, many opportunities remain available. If you would like to learn more, please contact Alicia Kalozdi-MacMillan.

The OAA is pleased to announce the following are supporting this year’s Conference (note: all descriptions provided by the sponsors themselves):

As a leading integrated masonry and landscape products provider, Brampton Brick is a trusted source among architects, landscape designers, and consumers for quality, style, and durability. The trust that our customers place in our company keeps us focused on our primary goal: to lead the way in innovation, affordability, design excellence and lifetime satisfaction. We continue to expand our focus into the Industrial, Commercial, Institutional and Hi-rise market sectors with expanded product lines in clay and concrete. When you select Brampton Brick products, you are choosing a provider that stays ahead of market trends and truly understands its customers. Established in 1871, Brampton Brick has grown to become an industry leader by continually raising the bar in excellence, innovation, and technology. This leadership is evident in the many reputable projects in which we have played a role over the years. At Brampton Brick, we are driven to do more and go further. We are proud to be a part of building your project—one brick, one stone, and one block at a time.

Pella Corporation is celebrating our 100-year anniversary in 2025. Our innovative, sustainable, turnkey fenestration capabilities combined with our experience, best-in-class warranties, on-time delivery, and serviceability highlight the value we bring to the Ontario marketplace—catering to single/multi-family dwellings and non-residential projects—low to midrise. Architects can focus on form while Pella will take care of the function. Complex projects require more than custom products. Pella Architectural Solutions (PAS) is dedicated to helping architects bring their vision to life with products like Pella Impervia Fibreglass windows and doors, fenestration tools, services and resources for your building envelope—achieving your design intent without sacrificing performance. As a project transforms, our project management team works mutually with you and the construction team to ensure the scope of work is seamlessly executed upon with Pella’s installation team, ensuring the project runs smoothly and on schedule. Critical steps to maximizing your design vision and the client’s ROI.

Pro-Demnity Insurance Company provides Ontario’s 1,500+ architectural practices with professional liability insurance in accordance with the Architects Act. We protect and defend practices from the financial exposure of a claim, freeing architects to focus on their professional craft and calling. As the architects’ ally and trusted authority on risk, Pro-Demnity offers Risk Education on current topics of concern as well as Risk Services advice and support to individual practices. Our highly-valued Insurance Solutions include Increased limits up to $10 M, Spike-up on annual practice limits for a single project coverage, and a unique Retirement from Practice Program.

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Canam Buildings is a steel manufacturing company specializing in construction building solutions, design, and custom products since 1961. Hambro’s Structural Building System offers owners and developers complete two to 30-storey multi-residential buildings from design to fabrication to erection. Our innovative approach combines products into sustainable structures.

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The mission of the CCC is to advance the industry’s leadership in sustainable construction and promote the social, environmental, and economic value of concrete, concrete products and concrete systems in Canada. The members of the Concrete Council of Canada will work towards coordination and alignment of priorities and activities that will amplify the impact of the respective programs of each industry sector, while leveraging the particular strengths and expertise of each organization. The industry is represented through various independent organizations across Canada: cement, ready mixed concrete, precast concrete, concrete pavers, and concrete pipe.

Graphisoft empowers teams to design great buildings, through award-winning software solutions, learning programs, and professional services for the AEC industry. Our award-winning products and solutions support OPEN BIM for workflow transparency, longevity, and data accessibility for built assets. Archicad, the architects’ BIM software of choice, offers a complete end to-end design and documentation workflow for architectural and integrated architectural and engineering practices of any size. BIMx, the most popular mobile and web BIM app, extends the BIM experience to include all stakeholders in the building design, delivery, and operations lifecycle. BIMcloud, the AEC industry’s first and most advanced cloud-based team collaboration solution, makes real-time collaboration possible across the globe regardless of the size of the project and the speed or quality of the team members’ network connection. DDScad solutions support users with intelligent Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) design tools, integrated calculations, and comprehensive documentation of all building system disciplines. DDScad Architect & Construction is developed for architects, building contractors, and manufacturers of industrialized timber frame housing in Scandinavian markets. Graphisoft is part of the Nemetschek Group

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Kreitmaker: our products, your vision

Kreitmaker is a masonry and concrete supplier focused on bringing unique and innovative products to the Canadian architectural landscape. We consistently explore global style, texture, and colour trends and provide architects with an exclusive portfolio of in-fashion products. Kreitmaker services projects of all sizes, from residential to commercial and community spaces.

Kreitmaker idea space is our brand of showrooms built for architects to meet and work with their clients. With multiple workspaces, technology, product samples, and knowledgeable Kreitmaker staff available, we provide architects with a comfortable space to find products that bring their visions to life.

A limitless world of surfaces and façade design possibilities, Steni gives architects and building envelope consultants in North America the same wide range of finishes, creative freedom, striking aesthetics, value, and sustainability that European façade designers have enjoyed for nearly six decades. U-Kon ventilated facade substructural systems play a key element not just to achieve architectural design, but also in weather-resistant and longevity of the building.

ArcelorMittal is the largest steel manufacturer in North America, South America, and Europe. With over 9500 employees in Canada, the company is involved in the production of flat rolled, tubular, and long product steel. ArcelorMittal has made a commitment to take the lead in efforts to decarbonize its industry. The Group has set a target of reducing CO2e emissions intensity by 25% by 2030, and it is offering low-carbon steel solutions under the XCarb RRP name. In addition, for the construction sector, ArcelorMittal Global R&D has introduced the Steligence initiative, which consists of a series of case studies that compare the environmental impacts, cost, and speed of erection of buildings using alternative steel designs instead of the concrete baseline.

The Enbridge Gas energy conservation team helps customers incorporate energy performance into new construction projects during design development with the Savings by Design high-performance building program.

Inline Fiberglass is a world leader in the manufacture of fiberglass reinforced polymer window and door systems. They are designed to protect against severe climate and weather temperature changes. These fiberglass window and door products have been manufactured in Toronto by Inline Fiberglass Ltd., a wholly owned Canadian company, since 1983. Inline, windows, doors, and production equipment are sold around the world into the residential, institutional, and commercial building market.

Specializing in retractable glass panels for enhanced balcony experiences.

Norbec is a North American Manufacturer of Insulated Metal Panels with a driving force of 300 employees and has been a trusted partner in the industry for over 40 years. Recognized on the marketplace for the quality of its products, its constant innovation and customer service, Norbec has a lot to offer you.

Thames Valley Brick & Tile has been meeting the needs of its customers as a trusted source of expertise since 1970 and looks forward to continue to offer fine quality brick, paving brick, thin brick, glass block, face brick, architectural brick, and tile products supported by its commitment to service excellence. We are proud to supply the architectural, builder, landscaping and masonry communities with its brick and tile needs from a broad selection of architectural products that meet the needs and challenges of the Canadian marketplace. Thames Valley Brick & Tile offers over 1500 various brick colours, textures, sizes, and profiles. With this broad selection, and our dedicated customer service, we have become a trusted partner for many Architects, Engineers, Designers, and Spec Writers.

Shimmerman Penn LLP is a Toronto-based firm of Chartered Professional Accountants, whose partners are focused on meeting the needs of privately owned businesses and enterprises. With over 20 years of experience working with the founders and ownership groups of Architecture, Engineering and Design firms, we have a deep understanding of owner-professional issues, succession planning models and strategies, M&A transactions in the industry, key financial metrics and important accounting matters relating to contracts for services.

SOPREMA is an international manufacturer specializing in the production of innovative products for waterproofing, insulation, soundproofing and vegetated solutions for the roofing, building envelope and civil engineering sectors. Founded in 1908 in Strasbourg, France, SOPREMA now operates in over 90 countries. SOPREMA Canada employs around 900 people in twelve manufacturing facilities and eleven technical-sales support offices located throughout Canada, including the Research and Development Centre in Drummondville. Each year, hundreds of building professionals choose SOPREMA for the quality of its products and the comprehensive service of its technical support team.

WoodWorks is a resource program of the Canadian Wood Council that provides access to technical information, con-ed opportunities, and free project support to architects interested in designing with wood.

Backed by over 50 years of experience in skylight manufacturing, Artistic Skylight is a proud Canadian manufacturer of a complete selection of custom and standard premium acrylic and insulated glass skylights designed for any residential, commercial, and industrial application. All Artistic Skylights are designed to meet or exceed North American Fenestration Standards (NAFS, AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440-17) and are available in a large selection of standard sizes as well as a wide variety of custom sizes, shapes, and colours.

Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed Canada Inc., headquartered in Mississauga, ON, has helped shape the Canadian building products industry for more than 80 years. CertainTeed, a subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, is a leading brand of interior and exterior building products including drywall, insulation, acoustic ceilings, and roofing. With the recent acquisitions of BP Canada, Kaycan and GCP Products, Saint-Gobain reinforces its worldwide leadership in light and sustainable construction. CertainTeed has been working closely with our valued customers in Canada to achieve long-term growth and success. With manufacturing plants across Canada and the United States, we can ensure a timely, secure supply of sustainable, quality products and superior service for all our customers.

Clearstream Architectural Ltd. supplies every type of exterior and interior architectural glass, from Switchable Privacy, Electrochromic, Solar, Aesthetic metal interlayers to control solar heat gain, light and glare, light diffusing glass, cast artisan glass, heated glass, R-22 Passive House Certified, Arctic and PHI Cold Climate. As well, we offer typical low e IGUs up to 12m in height

Since 1965, CORBEC has been committed to the highest standards of service and quality assurance in steel protection. We are the leading hot-dip galvanizers in Canada, offering unrivaled service, unparalleled expertise, and bold innovation. With plants in Hamilton, Montreal, Quebec, and Nova Scotia, Corbec is the first company in Canada to “capture and treat” all process air emissions, having the most technologically advanced galvanizing plants. For architects and engineers, we are a close partner; we educate, coordinate, and collaborate offering an integrated approach to projects, advice, and support from design, fabrication to the delivery stage. It is our mission to prioritize optimal and sustainable solutions to ensure clients meet and exceed elevating industry expectations.

Dörken delivers innovative, high-performance air and moisture barriers for commercial and residential construction sold under the DELTA ® brand name. A North American manufacturer based out of Beamsville, Ontario, Dörken Systems Inc. is a subsidiary of Ewald Dörken AG, a leading European developer and manufacturer of waterproofing and drainage products sold worldwide. Dörken is known for delivering premium products while providing educational programs and full technical support.

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This year marks the 45th anniversary this Canadian Family owned business has been a leading manufacturer of superior quality systems and products in the field of Exterior Insulated Finish Systems (EIFS), and specialty coatings for floors and walls. DuROCK’s broad range of products and wall systems are subjected to extensive research and testing to ensure they meet Canadian Building Code requirements. DuROCK has an excellent reputation for innovation and service. DuROCK’s diverse line of products include CCMC Evaluated PUCCS Exterior Insulated Finish Systems (including NC–Non Combustible), Specialty Interior Design Finishes–Venetian Plaster, Concrete Resurfacing products–Jewel Stone, Green Friendly Paints–a complete line of low VOC paints, and White reflective roof coatings–Tiocoat.

Element5 is a mass timber manufacturer specializing in the design, fabrication, and assembly of contemporary timber structures. We work with solid wood, the world’s most flexible and only renewable building resource. Element5 is unlike any other mass timber firm in the sector. We are a focused and dedicated team of designers, craftspeople, and assembly experts. We serve a community of forward-thinking architects, owners, developers, and general contractors by providing timber construction cost consulting, design consulting, engineering, fabrication and assembly services. Our integrated customer-oriented approach ensures the delivery of high precision timber structures. Founded in 2015, with offices in Toronto and a manufacturing plant in St. Thomas, Element5 are innovators in the mass timber construction revolution. We view timber as the essential building material of the 21st century and strive to make a positive contribution to communities, the environment, and future generations.

Embrace the potential of renewable energy with our advanced Solar PV services. Essex Energy’s expert team of professionals is dedicated to proving reliable, sustainable solutions tailored to meet your energy needs & reduce your carbon footprint. With over 20 years of experience, Essex Energy has consistently grown its expertise & boasts a significate Distributed Energy Resources portfolio of assets and services, as well as engineering, consulting services and EV charging infrastructure project.

Forest Windows Inc. is your source for the finest wood, wood/aluminum clad and fiberglass windows and doors. We distribute LePage Millwork from Rivière-du-Loup, Quebec and Duxton Windows and Doors made it Winnipeg, Manitoba. We cater to a discerning clientele of architects, builders, contractors, and homeowners throughout Ontario. Our products can be found in projects ranging from Heritage-approved historic restoration to contemporary Passive House compliant builds. We also have a highly trained installation crew available. We look forward to speaking with you about your upcoming projects.

HGC Engineering specializes exclusively in noise, vibration and acoustics. Established in 1994, we have been a valued support partner to leading architects, developers, builders, engineers, designers and planners in the development of major commercial, residential, institutional, industrial and mixed-used projects across Canada, the US, and around the world.

We have worked on projects of all shapes and sizes including large multi-story, multi-tower developments to full scale master-planned communities, addressing a broad spectrum of noise, vibration and acoustical applications concerns. Many of these projects have included acoustically challenging adjacent amenities and retail spaces like fitness clubs and spas; theatres; day care centers; and food courts.

Moreover, due to urban intensification development policies for city cores, many projects today are being developed side-by-side with still active industry and busy transportation corridors. We are proficient at assessing and mitigating the noise and vibration impact of industrial activities, as well as rail, subway and highways on sensitive developments like high-rise residential buildings and healthcare facilities.

The Canadian Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (CPCI) is the prime source of technical information about precast and prestressed concrete in Canada, whose mission is to be the body of knowledge for precast and prestressed concrete in Canada and to educate, advocate and raise awareness with key decision makers on the outstanding attributes of precast concrete products and systems. The Institute is the publisher of the CPCI Design Manual 5th Edition, the Best Practice Guide for Architectural Precast Concrete and over 100 other publications.

OEC is a group of energy and infrastructure services companies. Through our renewable energy portfolio, OEC is dedicated to removing the barriers to green energy solutions. Drawing on over a hundred years of experience in the utility space, we know how to ensure seamless integration and reliable performance. From the sustainable heating and cooling of buildings to rooftop and solar, hydro power and battery storage, OEC powers progress.

I-XL Building Products is Canada’s leading distributor of architectural masonry. Through our six design centres and an extensive network of independent dealers across the country, we offer a broad portfolio of brick, stone, and cladding products that provide innovative solutions for architects, builders, and construction professionals. Since 1912, I-XL has built a reputation for its commitment to excellent customer service, technical expertise, and product selection.

Since 1947, we’ve understood the definition of Dream Home is as unique as the person imagining it. Our millwork artisans offer decades of expertise in creating the highest quality of custom, handcrafted Canadian wood and aluminum-clad windows and doors. With innovative details designed and engineered for effortless operation, energy-efficient and climate-conscious options, and a wide array of beautiful custom finishes. We’re with you during every step to help you craft your exact vision with us and ensure your investment continues to delight for generations. Woodworking has always been our passion, and we will continue with our tradition of continuous innovation and unmatched quality to satisfy the ever-changing market needs of tomorrow.

Maibec is a family-owned company with more than 750 employees developing siding solutions for the residential, multi-unit, commercial and institutional markets in North America. Attentive to their customers, Maibec employees are proud to offer personalized service as well as durable and aesthetic siding solutions in aluminum, fastened stone veneer, engineered wood, and real wood.

For over 20 years, PermaCorp has been a leader in the metal fabrication industry. Canadian owned and operated, we provide high-quality, custom-made metal products to support commercial, residential, industrial, and manufacturing clients across North America. Products include railings (framed glass railing, frameless glass railing, picket railings, patio enclosures, and privacy panels), decks and balconies (non-combustible aluminum decks and balconies, structural tension rod decking systems, and column stackable balcony systems), special fabrications (design-build and custom-fabrication for special projects using stainless steel, aluminum or steel), and extrusions (wholesale and distribution of custom aluminum extrusions and die casting).

With six factories located in eastern North America and more than 650 employees, The Prelco Group, thanks to its expertise, supports its partners in the design, conception, and production of glass solutions. With over 65 years’ experience, a highly qualified workforce, and cutting-edge equipment, you can count on Prelco to meet your needs.

We’re a civil engineering company that specializes in designing and supplying retaining walls, culverts, and other precast products in Canada for over 50 years since 1970. As the inventors of Reinforced Earth MSE (Mechanically Stabilized Earth) wall technology and leaders in the soil reinforcement sector in Canada, we offer retaining wall solutions for many markets including transportation, urban development, and more.

Our MSE walls go beyond functionality; the precast concrete facing panels of our walls serve as a durable canvas for architects to bring creative visions to life. Our wide range of architectural finishes enables architects to achieve their envisioned designs with ease. Apart from customizing the front façade, our walls can also be built in curved shapes, in tiered formations, and with integrated staircases allowing the architects to create masterpieces of their vision. Simply put, “You Think”, “We Create.

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RForm Contract Administration software is used by hundreds of Canadian architects on any size of project with any size of team. RForm software streamlines contract administration and increases efficiency by providing a secure centralized platform for all project-related documents, communications, and contract administration. Stay organized and on top of your projects, reducing the risk of errors and delays. RForm is easy to learn and use and allows you to create, distribute, log and approve many CA forms with a single mouse click. Pay only $29.95 per month per project. No hidden costs and no limit on the number of users.

A global leader in accessibility, Savaria designs, manufactures and installs products that provide better mobility for life.

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Your Creation, Our Collaboration. Our technical expertise, dedicated support, design resources, and unique, extensive collection of Unilock commercial pavers and walls will allow you to design sustainable outdoor spaces including community parks, streetscapes, rooftop amenities, urban plazas, and other public realms. As the leading architectural hardscape manufacturer in North America, we have a history of delivering quality products and services to projects - big and small. We are resolute in building a sustainable business that will allow for the creation of carbon neutral and negative projects. Partner with Unilock on your next project to work with a team of committed representatives who will ensure all the pieces of your design fall into place.

UNIQ Dimensions is an architectural drafting services firm that specializes in using advanced laser technology and the latest supported software to record and measure all actual layout variations of existing buildings to generate ‘As-Built’ floor plans. Our services also include Scan to BIM, Scan to CAD, 3D Scanning, PDF Floor Plans & Building Area Analysis Charts. With construction drawings failing to accurately display given structures, and with consistent renovations occurring, they are becoming obsolete. We work with residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings, and service clients all across Canada.

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Tracktive is all about Everyone and Everything Connected, in ONE place.

Tracktive is a real-time work management solution that allows firms to track in one place their knowledge, time, disbursements & expenses, payroll and profitability.

With all that information in one place, Tracktive provides the ultimate in project visibility to stakeholders to make informed and timely decisions, helping bolster the bottom-line.

Tracktive is trusted by architects, engineers, manufacturers, accountants, IT service providers and, consultants.

Offering the widest range of natural stone colours and products, STONEarch is proud to be a leader when it comes to the sourcing of natural stone. Our range of colours are specifically designed for the North American climate and each colour and product has been tested and ethically sourced to ensure our products are suitable for residential and commercial use. Read more at www.stonearch.ca

Our line of outdoor porcelain tiles has been designed specifically for Canada and the United States. Being leaders in the space, all our paver designs are made with extensive research and input from landscape suppliers and landscape architects in North America. We offer Canada’s largest range of 20 mm and 30 mm outdoor porcelain tiles, which allows our porcelain pavers to be suitable for any type of application. Read more at www.porceastone.com.

Superior performance, unparalleled quality, and a commitment to sustainable building has lead Kaycan to become an industry leader in exterior building solutions. For over four decades, Kaycan has been committed to delivering exceptional value to their customers through innovation, design and service.

As an insurance brokerage with clients across North America, we strive to add value by educating our clients, partners, and employees on diversity and inclusion.

We support the OAA's mission to collaborate with local communities and promote architecture's role in helping provide dignity for all. HUB is committed to working closely with the OAA to explore how the insurance industry can contribute beyond its current role.

With 48 years of collaboration, we are proud of our enduring partnership with the OAA who have trusted us to help protect what matters most. As HUB International we support the aspirations of individuals, families and businesses; empowering you to learn, grow and make a difference in our community.

We look forward to participating in this year's conference through listening and engaging with OAA members, to ensure your current and future insurance needs are our priority.

EuroLine Windows is a high-end innovative designer and manufacturer of distinctive windows for private residences and commercial buildings. Renowned for our incredible German engineering and beautiful European design aesthetic, we build custom windows for clients across North America and projects around the globe. We call it the Art + Practice of Fenestration. We specialize in Passive House, Net Zero, and ESGBC/CaGBC LEED capable systems, including European Tilt & Turn Windows and Doors, using cutting-edge RAU-FIPRO materials for the ultimate high-performance window and door system. Custom configured in size, shape, and virtually any finish allows developers and architects to dramatically improve the performance of buildings

We’re not simply a building solutions company. We have a bigger purpose—using our expertise and innovation to contribute to a better world. Building a Better World™ is why we engineer products that make a difference, help our people get involved in their communities, and ensure our processes remain sustainable for the environment.

Our vision is to be the leading building solutions company. We want to contribute the most innovative solutions to building professionals in the field who bring homes and structures to life every day. That means we won’t settle for being one of the many—we want to lead with authority in the building products industry.

LP’s mission is to provide an innovative and sustainable portfolio of high-quality products that help customers build beautiful, durable homes and structures while our shareholders build lasting value.

LP is guided by a simple statement: “Do the right thing always™.”

IKO is a worldwide leader in the roofing, waterproofing and insulation industry for residential and commercial markets. A family-owned business established in 1951, the company remains firmly rooted in its founding values of craftsmanship, innovation, and a commitment to providing best-in-class products, quality, and value. IKO operates more than 35 manufacturing plants throughout North America and Europe and has grown to be among the world’s largest exporters of commercial roofing products and asphalt shingles. For more information on IKO and its full line of roofing product solutions, visit www.iko.com.

Tractel, Manntech and Cox Goyml have been the leading suppliers of Facade Access Systems for over 60 years. Combined we have completed thousands of projects worldwide which includes all our major product ranges: Roofcars (BMU), Powered Davits, Davits, Rolling Ladders, Monorails, Travsafe and Tieback Anchors.

Our Integrated Design Services provide single-source responsibility for all your Facade Access requirements. Providing real "turn-key service" offering complete solutions to suit even the most complex design challenges. The permanent solutions we provide means your liability is not compromised. Go with the industry leaders, Can you afford not to?

Lexsuco Corporation, a Fransyl Group company, has been contributing to the Canadian building industry since 1961. Proud to be Canadian owned and operated, Lexsuco Corporation was founded to develop and market new technologies for commercial roofing applications, a standard it continues to honor. Throughout its history, Lexsuco Corporation has built trust and loyalty among roofing contractors, architects, consultants, and others in the construction trade, due to its quality products and services. Its continuing research and development for new and innovative building products is also key to the company’s success.

Website – www.lexsucocorporation.com

Altus is a leading provider of asset and fund intelligence for commercial real estate. Our Development Advisory business specializes in providing long term, whole life facility maintenance and asset life cycle cost predictions that, when merged with traditional capital cost estimates, enable a modern evaluation from a mature financial perspective. Learn more at altusgroup.com.

Insulspan® manufactures and delivers high-performance, state-of-the-art Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) throughout North America for use as walls and roofs in residential and commercial buildings. The SIPs are precision-cut to exact design specifications in a controlled manufacturing environment and are delivered ready-to-assemble. Insulspan SIPs are used to create a building’s structural wall frame and replace trusses on roof systems to form an extremely energy-efficient structural envelope. The high R-value of the SIP panels and continuous core of EPS minimizes air leakage and heat loss resulting in high energy efficiency ratings and significantly lower energy costs.

Insulspan, with more than 30 years’ experience in the building industry, is a leading brand of SIPs in North America. Insulspan SIPs are the only SIPs in North America with both U.S. and Canadian code listings.
For more information, visit www.insulspan.com or contact Insulspan at 800.726.3510 or sales@insulspan.com.

CONTACT

Interested in Sponsoring This Year?
There are numerous sponsorship opportunities available for the OAA's Annual Conference. If you would like to learn more, please contact Alicia Kalozdi-MacMillan at akalozdi@mccevents.ca. or 416-845-1544.