Tag: building codes

Advancing regulatory tools for climate-resilient buildings

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By Selina Lee-Andersen Since the introduction of Canada's first building energy code in 1997, there has been an increasing emphasis on improving energy efficiency in...

B.C. expanding use of mass timber in buildings with proposed code...

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The Government of B.C. announced proposed changes to the building code to expand the use of mass timber to build taller buildings. These changes will...

Agreement aims to coordinate building accessibility codes in North America

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Accessibility Standards Canada and the International Code Council signed an agreement that will facilitate the sharing of best practices and information related to building...