OBOA News

We’re excited to announce the release of the very first episode of The Building Official Brief, the official podcast of the Ontario Building Officials Association. In this inaugural episode, OBOA welcomes Paul Martin from Loopstra Nixon LLP, a legal expert in building regulations, for an in-depth discussion on the Huether vs. Sharpe case. The conversation explores the evolving responsibilities of municipalities related to building permits, particularly in light of a recent co

A day designed to elevate leadership skills through hands-on training, peer connection, and strategy for the future of municipal building departments. Leadership Day is a key annual event that brings together  building professionals  — from front-line staff and administrative teams to managers, CBOs, and future leaders. It’s a day dedicated to learning, collaboration, and meaningful dialogue on the issues shaping the building profession and the communities we serve. When:  Fr

The Ontario Building Officials Association (OBOA) is pleased to announce significant enhancements to its training programs beginning in January 2026. These initiatives reflect OBOA’s ongoing commitment to accessible, consistent, and up-to-date education for building officials and those interested in building code compliance. New Self-Directed Learning Portal OBOA has launched a new Self-Directed Learning (SDL) portal. This platform allows students to complete training on thei