An inclusive course designed by Thomas McBroom for golfers to exceed their own expectations from tee-off forward. Monterra Golf features rolling bent grass fairways, 86 bunkers, ravines, creeks, lakes, and elevated tee shots in an inspiring mountain setting that makes for memorable rounds. We take care of the little details like GPS tracking on all carts so that you can focus on the big picture.

Pickup official access badge and registration package. | 3:00pm - 9:00pm

This opening reception provides a great opportunity for all to chat and mingle in a relaxed setting while meeting with colleagues. | 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Join us each evening at “the Night Class”. | Sunday – Trivia 101: Test your wits in this pub-style trivia event, come on your own or with a group. | Monday – Rock & Roll 101: Join us after conquering Blue Mountain for Live Music featuring Strange Potatoes | Tuesday – Charity Games Night: Carnival-themed fun for everyone & Live Music featuring The Shipyard Kitchen Party | Wednesday – Karaoke 101: Sign up early and belt it out in Charity Karaoke (contact Katie to sign up: kbayley@innisfil.ca). | 9:00pm - 1:00pm

A modest breakfast as you embark on your day.

From 8-5pm | Pickup official access badge and registration package.

Speeches, special guests and awards. The official opening of the Annual Meeting and Training Sessions.

Enjoy refreshments in a relaxed setting while meeting with colleagues and Exhibitors.

Jim Moss
Plasticity Labs Key Note Speaker "The Changing Ways of Work"
takes you on a journey into why and how leaders should start thinking about alternative ways of doing business.
With insightful and practical takeaways, case studies and the most current scientific research, Jim's presentation will demonstrate the business benefits of a positive corporate culture, investing in employee well-being, and its impact on revenue, customer service and better outcomes for organizations.
This session will also address how to prepare employees for change, and managing ongoing change using character skills such as hope, optimism, and growth mindset.
This is an essential resource for leaders who want to attract new talent, improve their brand and boost profitability - but in an authentic way - in a way that is life-enhancing for their people.

Arranged Meeting of Ontario Associations.

Conference Delegates gather for Lunch.

Brian McBain
ULC This informative session will focus CAN/ULC-S4400, Standard for the Safety of Premises, Buildings and Equipment Utilized for the Cultivation, Production and Processing of Cannabis.
This standard and future regulatory instrument is intended to assist designers, property owners, engineers and regulators set the baseline in ensuring the safety and security of the cannabis premises, buildings and processing. The presentation will provide a brief history of this standard initiative, a description of the main features of the standard and future plans and initiatives.

Cristian Zanfir, B Eng, Level II Visual Welding Inspectors
CWB - Office of Public Safety

Garry Brown
Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) construction and the Building code outlines basic ICF construction practices and how they apply to the National and Ontario Building code.

OBOA grassroots initiative with Region affiliation designed to enhance member value and to strengthen the industry.

Enjoy refreshments in a relaxed setting while meeting with colleagues and Exhibitors.

Will Teron,
This informative session will focus on an Introduction of the New NBC Part 2 Farm Building Requirements”. 25 years after the last publication and after a decade of work, the new requirements for farm buildings have been published as part of NBC 2020. The presentation will provide an overview of the new requirements highlighting the changes from the existing code.

Marianne and Alison will bring you up to date on the latest claims against Municipalities, highlight red flags, and provide risk management tips for Building Departments.

Barbara A. Robinson P.Eng.
Sanitary Sewers and Water Infiltration as it relates to Building Code Regulations and Engineering Standards. Norton Engineering proposes to update OBOA members on the latest research into the Ontario Building Code and NPCC as they relate to issues contributing to clean water entering sanitary and storm sewers. To date, Norton has obtained data from 65 subdivisions in Ontario, 64 of which show unacceptable levels of clean water (I/I) as defined by the sum of allowable leakage in new construction on both the public and private sides.
Norton is developing a Best Practices in Public and Private Sides in Ontario which can be implemented immediately and cost-effectively by interested municipalities. Norton will present detailed research into pipe type on the private side.
Practical Code Change Requests, which will be developed with input from all stakeholders (including OBOA members) will be presented for discussion. Further advances on this work (which has now been funded nationally) to fall 2019, will be presented.

Monday Night Mission - 4:30-7pm
"Join us at the Blue Mountain Village on Monday for exclusive access to a variety of on-site activities from 4:30 to 7pm. Bring closed-toed shoes and your "Monday Night Mission" card found in your delegate registration package to participate and gain extra points for your team. Activities available include:
- Low Ropes Course
- Gondola Ride
- Ridge Runner Mountain Coaster
- Mini Putt
- High Ropes Timber Challenge
- Zip Line
- Rock Climbing
- Bag Jump
- Mill Pond Activities”

4:30 - Enjoy Exclusive Use of Activities around Blue Mountain - wth more than 13 attractions. (Woodlot, Gondola, Ridge Runner, Cascade Putting Course, Timber Challenge, Zip Line, Climbing Wall, Apex Bag Jump and Mill Pond)
Dinner at 7:00.

Join us each evening at “the Night Class”. | Sunday – Trivia 101: Test your wits in this pub-style trivia event, come on your own or with a group. | Monday – Rock & Roll 101: Join us after conquering Blue Mountain for Live Music featuring Strange Potatoes | Tuesday – Charity Games Night: Carnival-themed fun for everyone & Live Music featuring The Shipyard Kitchen Party | Wednesday – Karaoke 101: Sign up early and belt it out in Charity Karaoke (contact Katie to sign up: kbayley@innisfil.ca). | 9:00pm - 1:00pm

A modest breakfast as you embark on your day.

OBOA Registration 8-5pm | Pickup official access badge and registration package.

Is held every year to approve the business, introduce board of directors and inform members of future plans.

Providing an exciting opportunity for students to build and strengthen relationships, partake in dynamic discussions and learn from each other's experiences. Student Day is open to all interested.

Enjoy refreshments in a relaxed setting while meeting with colleagues and Exhibitors.

Harmonization of the Building Code - Jim McDonell, Minister’s Office, MMAH | Greg Zimmer, MMAH | Mary Cianchetti, CSA | Jim Comtois, NRCan | Representative, NRC

Reconnect and network with past Association Presidents as well as our organization's past leadership that continues to support and participate. (Passport Draw - completed and returned to the OBOA registration desk 10:30am Tuesday, October 1, 2019)

Will Johnson, CBO-City of Toronto
City of Toronto's Residential Infill Strategy
The construction of residential homes in established neighborhoods often presents a number of challenges for residents and builders. Toronto Building developed and implemented a strategy to address these challenges which is resulting in a more proactive enforcement approach for the City. This presentation will provide an overview of the strategy and the results since it was implemented in 2017.

Jarkko Turtiainen of Evolta will explore how to go from paper to the digital world of E-Permitting.
Reviewing the common process of approving a permit on paper and then review the same process in a digital environment. This session will be focus on how Building Departments can improve their processes in an E-Permitting environment.
The future evolution on where E-Permitting can go next and the advantages for building departments and applicants will be discussed.

Robert Marshall - CertainTeed SAINT-GOBAIN
This session will explore energy efficiency Code alternate solutions for multi-unit semis, townhomes and mid-rise from building officials, local industry and our work at BCIT’s Energy Efficiency Learning Centre for Zero Energy Buildings. The goal is to have design details for party walls and firewalls that have the synergies of construct-ability, affordability and are easier to achieve high levels of air-tightness. At the same time, the alternate solutions must provide fire/smoke protection and sound control.
Party Walls & Firewalls in Multi-Unit Buildings for Fire/Smoke, Sound and Energy Synergies - Alternate Solutions.

Enjoy refreshments in a relaxed setting while meeting with colleagues.

Shayne Mintz - NFPA
This informative session will cover what attendees may or may not know about the recent legalization of Cannabis in Canada. The discussion will cover the serious nature of the business of cannabis production facilities as well as bring forward shortcomings that are already being recognized from a public education and awareness point of view. This session will also focus on general concerns and hazards from a building and fire code perspective and the enforcement challenges this new industry presents to local building and fire officials.

Jennifer Buxton CRSP
This presentation will teach participants how to identify locations where asbestos may be present and review of regulation 278/05. The review will cover the classification of asbestos abatement (Type 1, 2 and 3) as well as review the health hazards. Resources will be given to each participant including but not limited to a printed copy of Regulation 278/05 and the Asbestos Controls for Construction, Renovation and Demolition.

Steve Penna, City of Brampton
This informative session will focus on secondary suited in houses focusing on:
- Zoning Requirements
- OBC Requirements for a house greater 5 years Old – Part 11
- OBC Requirements for a House less 5 Years Old – Section 9.40.
- Egress Options, A, B or C
- OBC Requirements Applicable to Houses greater or less 5 Years Old
- Typical Floor layouts for Options A, B or C

Special presentation by MMAH who will provide an overview of the Building Code Services Transformation initiative.

Join us each evening at “the Night Class”. | Sunday – Trivia 101: Test your wits in this pub-style trivia event, come on your own or with a group. | Monday – Rock & Roll 101: Join us after conquering Blue Mountain for Live Music featuring Strange Potatoes | Tuesday – Charity Games Night: Carnival-themed fun for everyone & Live Music featuring The Shipyard Kitchen Party | Wednesday – Karaoke 101: Sign up early and belt it out in Charity Karaoke (contact Katie to sign up: kbayley@innisfil.ca). | 7:00pm - 1:00pm

A modest breakfast as you embark on your day.

OBOA Registration 8-5pm | Pickup official access badge and registration package.

Mike Philips, OSWA, Ontario Structural Wood Association / Brent Bunting, Simpson Strong-Tie

Truss Bracing Essentials for Building Officials is a presentation of the Ontario Structural Wood Association (OSWA). OSWA is participating in the 2019 AMTS with our first annual OSWA Wood Zone. It is our wish to present a series of technical presentations on structural wood topics at future AMTS and in your quarterly OBOA Journal.

The topic of truss bracing remains one of the most discussed issues between our industry and building officials across Ontario. The presentation will include both temporary and then all aspects of permanent bracing of trusses; when, where and why it is required. And finally, further sources of information if questions still remain. Our presenter, Brent Bunting, is our go-to technical expert who will be able to answer your toughest questions on this topic.

Kelly Smith CBO - City of Orillia
This informative session will focus on OBC 3.8. Barrier-Free Design.

L.Longo/J.Mascarin/L.Farr/Stephen Lockwood
Hear lawyers from Aird & Berlis LLP and the Ministry provide insightful commentary on new developments in the law that affects the role and duties of Chief Building Officials. A concluding Q&A..

Enjoy refreshments in a relaxed setting while meeting with colleagues.

Jack Zhou - A & J Energy Consultants, leading energy consultancy specializing in building best practices, energy efficient housing and labelling.
-SB12 Compliance Options, Performance & Other Compliance Methods, Requirements, using HOT2000, British Columbia Energy Step Code, HRV/ERV Efficiency Requirements.

Paul Latreille, CET.
This informative session will include a quick overview of where fire rated wiring is required and other types of rated wiring requirements in the OBC. The discussion will include fire alarm and fire protection systems to provide some insight into where the wiring types are required. Wireless fire alarm systems will also be discussed as time allows.

L.Longo/J.Mascarin/L.Farr/Stephen Lockwood
Hear lawyers from Aird & Berlis LLP and the Ministry provide insightful commentary on new developments in the law that affects the role and duties of Chief Building Officials. A concluding Q&A..

Habitat Canada (HABITAT FOR HUMANITY) brings communities together to help families build strength, stability, and independence through affordable homeownership.

Christy Deere
Leap 2 Learn - 1
Integral Facilitator - "What Makes a Great Leader"
The keynote/training will be active and engaging and include activities, theory and models, small group discussion, and application to the workplace.
An introduction to key areas of leadership within high-performance teams, utilizing experiential activities that bring the theory to life, enhance memory retention and provide an opportunity to practice application.
Building relationships amongst the delegates.
Focusing on Leading High-Performance Teams the session will include:
• An icebreaker kick-off
• Building inspectors are leaders and great leaders
• Understand the importance of collaboration and teamwork
• Need to make tough decisions and solve problems
• Can effectively navigate conflict
• Collaborative Team Ground Rules

Andrew Quattrociocchi
An in depth look at Site Servicing Requirement’s, Circuit Venting, Wet Venting and common deficiency’s when inspecting plumbing.

Christy Deere
Leap 2 Learn - 2
Integral Facilitator - "What Makes a Great Leader"
invite participants to continue to look at what makes a great leader and include:
• Stages of Team Development
• Conflict Styles
• Tower Building Activity
• Creating a Start-Stop Sustain action plan

Haya Soghrati
Evaluating the Laboratory and Field Performance of Building Envelope Assemblies of Large Buildings - Performance testing of building envelope assemblies is one of the best strategies to drive achievement of design requirements regarding air and water tightness, structural integrity (including loading from extreme events such as hurricanes and tornados), thermal and acoustical transmittance, and response to seismic events. Individual product testing is commonly undertaken to establish general market acceptance, while project-specific pre-construction mock-up and field testing are valuable elements of a quality control program to minimize risks for new building projects. This presentation will review the types of tests that can be undertaken, the testing process and the value of the output test results.

Cocktails @ 5:00 - 6:00pm | Dinner @ 6:15pm The dinner is a great opportunity to network with the Association's past presidents, out of province guests and other conference attendees.

Join us each evening at “the Night Class”. | Sunday – Trivia 101: Test your wits in this pub-style trivia event, come on your own or with a group. | Monday – Rock & Roll 101: Join us after conquering Blue Mountain for Live Music featuring Strange Potatoes | Tuesday – Charity Games Night: Carnival-themed fun for everyone & Live Music featuring The Shipyard Kitchen Party | Wednesday – Karaoke 101: Sign up early and belt it out in Charity Karaoke (contact Katie to sign up: kbayley@innisfil.ca). | 9:00pm - 1:00pm