The 2024 Building Code

Digital and printed copies of the 2024 Building Code Compendium are available from Publications Ontario. You can download a free digital copy, buy a printed copy, or access other documents related to Ontario's Building Code.

To receive a free copy of the latest amendment document for the digital Building Code, email Ontario.Amendment.Document@ontario.ca

The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing is updating exam questions to align with the 2024 Ontario Building Code. Until the new exams are released in spring 2026, practitioners will continue to be tested using the 2012 Building Code. Learn more about Building Code exams.

Compliance

Building Code updates

Regulatory roles for construction and renovation

Accessibility in Ontario’s Building Code

Building Materials Evaluation Commission

Enforcement of the Building Code is the responsibility of municipal building officials. Contact your municipality for assistance with Code enforcement.

Certification

Study guides for 2012 and 2024 Building Code exams

Become a registered building practitioner

Request a digital copy of the 2012 Building Code Compendium

Streamlined certification for out-of-province building officials

Building inspector internship program

Information for applicants

Guidelines for municipalities

Qualification and Registration Tracking System (QuARTS)

QuARTS registration and sign-in

All building practitioners and organizations regulated by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing’s (MMAH) qualification program must register using QuARTS. Practitioners can use QuARTS to: 

  • manage their registrations
  • get a Building Code Identification Number (BCIN)
  • pay fees
  • receive renewal notices

QuARTS public search registry

Looking for a registered building practitioner or organization? Search QuARTS by name, BCIN, registration type, location and more. 

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 Evaluation Commission (BMEC)

Learn about our work to allow innovative materials and building design for projects and structures.

BMEC policies and procedures handbook

List of recent BMEC authorizations

Building Code Commission (BCC)

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

BCC process and procedures handbook