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The Building Administration Chapter of the Ontario Building Officials Association (OBOA) is proud to host its first-ever Building Administration Learning Forum, a one-day event created specifically for building administration professionals across Ontario.This forum is designed with you in mind. It will feature four focused learning sessions that speak directly to the day-to-day realities of building administration, offering practical insights, shared experiences, and opportunities to strengthen your knowledge and skills in a supportive learning environment. Take advantage of this excellent learning opportunity in-person or virtually.
Date: Monday March 30, 2026 @ 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Where: OBOA Training Lab / Hybrid
Cost: $65 (Member Price) / $80 (Non-Member Price)
EVENT SCHEDULE & DESCRIPTION
8:30 AM:
Registration
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9:00 AM:
Building Code 101
This session will look at navigating Division C, introduce building administrators to the Building Code Act and Ontario Building Code, focusing on its organization, application, compliance methods, and key administrative provisions. It provides practical guidance on when and how to apply the OBC to ensure effective permit coordination, assisting over the counter and resident inquires.
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10:30 AM:
Break
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10:45 AM: ​
Applicable Law
This session will look at Applicable Law requirements under the Ontario Building Code, including planning, conservation, Ministry of Transportation (MTO), Ministry of the Environment (MOE), and fire approvals, must be satisfied before a building permit can be issued. This session explains what qualifies as applicable law, when approvals are triggered, common errors to avoid, and strategies to streamline the permit review process.
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12:15 PM:
Lunch (Included)
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1:15 PM:
Planning and Zoning 101
This session provides an overview of the Planning Department’s role and its partnership with the Building Department, focusing on zoning reviews, planning applications involved in the permit process, and the timelines that affect approvals. Participants will gain insight into how Ontario’s Planning Act sets the framework for municipal zoning by-laws, how zoning is applied to properties, and what building permit coordinators should know to streamline coordination and avoid delays.
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2:45 PM:
Break
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3:00 PM: ​
Panel Discussion - Career Progression from Administrator to Building Official
This session will bring together a panel of building officials who will share the diverse paths that led them to their current roles. Panelists will highlight the technical and practical skills that matter most, offer advice for those looking to advance in the profession, and discuss courses and experiences that support career growth in the building regulatory field.
Hotel Accommodations
OBOA has secured preferred pricing at the Towneplace Suites by Marriott Airport Corporate Centre, located at 5050 Orbitor Drive, Mississauga, ON, L4W 4X2 (directly across the street from the new OBOA Training Lab).