The OAA’s Practice Advisory Services has received emails and calls over the summer around closing outstanding building permits. From a good practice standpoint, if it is in your scope...
On August 25, 2025, the Province posted a discussion paper and draft regulations related to the Ontario Construction Act on the Ontario Regulatory Registry. This marks an important opportunity for...
As of June 30, 2025, the Canadian Construction Documents Committee (CCDC) has published the following documents for projects considering the Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) model: ...
The 2024 edition of Ontario’s Building Code (O. Reg. 163/24) came into effect on January 1, 2025. As of April 1, 2025, all new permit applications will be reviewed using the 2024 OBC. The new...
As of July 1, 2025, the use of innovative products and materials on projects in Ontario is no longer governed by Minister’s Rulings, but by Canadian Construction Materials Centre (CCMC) evaluations...
Practice Advisory Services (PAS) continues to monitor the evolving impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning on day-to-day practice operations. A curated reading list has been...
The Canadian Construction Documents Committee (CCDC) released new electronic versions of the key CCDC 5A, 5B, and 17 for construction management contracts as well as the CCDC 30 Integrated Project...
The 2024 edition of Ontario’s Building Code (O. Reg. 163/24) came into effect on January 1, 2025. As of April 1, 2025, all new permit applications are reviewed using the 2024 OBC. The new OBC...
Endorsed by Council in June 2025, the refreshed Practice Tip PT. 39.1 Best Practices for Review of RFP Language and Supplementary Conditions to OAA 600 and Other Architectural Services...
Endorsed by Council, refreshed Practice Tips and a template provide guidance related to identifying and dealing with scope creep during a project and an overview of the Copyright...