Compliance

Building inspector internship program: Guidelines for municipalities

Regulatory roles for construction and renovation

Building Code updates

Accessibility in Ontario’s Building Code

Certification

Building inspector internship program: Information for applicants

Study guide for Building Code exams

Become a registered building practitioner

Request a digital copy of the 2012 Building Code Compendium

Ontario has released a new Building Code to reduce regulatory burdens for the construction industry, increase the safety and quality of buildings, and make it easier to build housing. Learn more about the new 2024 Ontario Building Code.

Safety reports

2016 Report of the Building Safety Technical Advisory Panel
Recommendations to increase the safety of existing buildings following the Elliot Lake Commission of Inquiry. Request a copy of the report.

Fire safety during construction of 5 and 6 storey wood buildings
This guideline outlines some of the best practices for fire safety during the construction of five and six storey buildings of predominantly wood (combustible) construction. Request a copy of the report.

Building Materials

Building and Materials Evaluation Commission handbook
Learn about our work to allow innovative materials and building design for projects and structures.

Minister’s rulings
To request a copy of Minister’s rulings, email us at codeinfo@ontario.ca.

Dispute resolution

Building Code Commission handbook
Learn how we resolve Building Code disputes and request a hearing.