As Building Code changes are brought into force, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH) provides updates so those in the design and construction industry, as well as the public, can be...
The OAA’s Policy and Government Relations (PGR) team had a quiet start to the year as government returned to the Legislature on March 23, 2026. During this time, the OAA took the opportunity to...
CSA Group has a public consultation open until July 20, 2026, for CSA S478:26, Durability in Buildings (New Edition), which includes: fundamental durability requirements for the design of a...
The City of Barrie is preparing a Community Design Plan (CDP) to guide the long-term transformation of Bayfield Street and surrounding areas as the city continues to grow. The Bayfield Street CDP...
Georgina’s Multi-Use Recreation Complex (MURC) has been recognized as a “beloved” space in Ontario by a provincial architectural authority. Earlier this month, the MURC was selected as one of nine...
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...
Toronto’s trees are more than just greenery—they are vital urban infrastructure. They cool our neighbourhoods, clean our air, support biodiversity and make our city more resilient to climate change...
The Policy and Government Relations (PGR) service area of the OAA had a quiet start to 2025 with government recessing until April 14. This allowed PGR staff to focus on building their internal...
The Policy and Government Relations (PGR) service area of the OAA has had a busy second half of 2024. The Association has been closely monitoring the ongoing harmonization of the Ontario and National...
The City of Toronto is holding consultations for the Avenues Policy Review as part of its Housing Action Plan. City staff will explore opportunities to: • review and update zoning permissions...