AIA Canada Society - Building Code Updates for Tall Wood Construction in Canada
When: Wednesday 21 May 2025 @ 12:00 (Eastern US Time)
Where: ONLINE
CES: 1.0 LU for AIA Members
Speaker
Hailey Quiquero, MASc, P.Eng; Technical Manager, WoodWorks Ontario
Dammy Olafimihan, Meng; Technical Advisor, WoodWorks Ontario
Description
Mass timber is at the forefront of the shift toward more sustainable, low-carbon construction, offering a compelling example of how innovative materials can shape the future of our cities. As tall timber construction continues to gain momentum across Canada, the possibilities for sustainable and forward-thinking design have significantly expanded.
This session explores the state of tall wood adoption, highlighting recent regulatory advancements, including code updates that now permit encapsulated mass timber buildings up to 18 storeys.
