RSM Building Consultants

02/24/2026

The 2026 Technical Webinar Series starts tomorrow!

We're so excited to be kicking this year off with the much requested "Residential HVAC Design". See you at 9:00am!

If you’ve been thinking about joining but aren't sure if it's the right fit for you, here are 3 reason's it could be:

02/09/2026

Our 2026 Technical Webinar Series is starting soon!

This bi-weekly webinar series is designed for building officials, designers, engineers, and builders who want practical Ontario Building Code training that fits into a busy schedule.

What it is:
• Bi-weekly webinars starting February 25
• Wednesdays at 9:00am
• One-hour sessions
• Each session focuses on one OBC topic
• Delivered live online with access to replays for the entire year

Why it works:
• Practical, real-world discussion led by experienced building officials
• Open Q&A and shared perspectives from peers across Ontario
• Focused learning without the time commitment of full-day courses
• Training you can apply immediately in the field and the office

If you are looking for clear, practical OBC training that supports real code decisions, this series is built for you.

PLUS for a limited time, you can get 30% off any of our one-day courses when you register for the technical webinar series. Choose "1-day course add-on" at checkout.

See the full schedule and sign up on our website today!
https://rsmbuildingconsultants.com/obc-training-webinars-2026

02/02/2026

Mastering Part 11 - Renovations in the OBC
Join us live in person or online - February 10th, 2026

Renovations rarely fit neatly into the Ontario Building Code. You are dealing with existing conditions, partial upgrades, legacy construction, and competing compliance paths, all while trying to answer one question. What actually applies here?

Part 11 is meant to provide flexibility for existing buildings, but that flexibility often creates confusion. Misclassification, incorrect performance levels, or missed compensating construction can quickly turn a straightforward renovation into a difficult file.

This course is designed to slow Part 11 down and make it practical. Instead of memorizing clauses, we focus on how decisions are made, how obligations are triggered, and how to confidently support your conclusions.

Don't miss out. It's your last chance to register!

https://rsmbuildingconsultants.com/mastering-part-11-renovations-in-the-obc

01/12/2026

A strong understanding of framing helps inspections go faster, reviews feel clearer, and builds stay on track.

Our Wall, Floor, and Roof Framing course focuses on how framing systems come together in real construction. We walk through walls, floors, and roofs with a practical approach you can apply to your work.

📅 January 22, 2026
https://rsmbuildingconsultants.com/wall-floor-and-roof-framing

01/09/2026

A routine inspection can quickly turn into a safety concern, and suddenly you’re deciding whether an Unsafe or Emergency Order is the right call.

These situations carry real consequences, and do not come up often enough to feel routine.

Our Unsafe and Emergency Orders course focuses on how orders work in practice. We cover unsafe buildings, emergency orders, power of entry, and real-world scenarios drawn from municipal experience.

We've got a course scheduled next week and for a limited time you can add a second course when you register and receive 30% off both!

📅 January 15, 2026
👥 Designed for experienced building officials
https://rsmbuildingconsultants.com/unsafe-and-emergency-orders

01/08/2026

Applicable law is often seen as a delay in the permit process. In reality, it’s the framework that connects building permits to planning controls, environmental protection, source water safety, and land use policy across Ontario.

In this article, we break down:
• What applicable law actually means under the Building Code Act
• Why it applies even when a project meets the Building Code
• How it affects new construction, conditional permits, and change of use
• What building departments can do to manage it more clearly and consistently

Whether you work in a building department or submit permit applications regularly, understanding applicable law makes the entire process smoother for everyone involved.

Read the full article here:

Understand applicable law in Ontario’s building permit process, why it matters, and how building officials manage approvals before issuing permits.

01/07/2026

Some of the most valuable learning in the building industry comes from conversation.

The Let’s Talk About… Technical Webinar Series was created to support those conversations. What began during the pandemic as a way to stay connected has grown into a bi-weekly learning community of building professionals from across Ontario.

Every two weeks, municipal building officials, designers, engineers, and architects come together for one-hour sessions focused on real building code issues. It follows a simple format with relevant topics, open discussion, and practical takeaways.

Over the years, the series has grown into a community that we are truly proud of. The 2026 series starts soon, and we hope you'll be a part of it. Come see why so many return year after year!

The video below explains how the series works and why it continues to matter.

Register on our website today!

01/06/2026

To make planning this year's training budget a little easier, we’re offering a New Year training incentive.

For a limited time:

1️⃣ Register for any one day live training course and add a second to receive 30% off both.

OR

2️⃣Register for the Technical Webinar Series and receive 30% off a one day live training course.

If you’re planning your training for the year ahead, this is a good time to check out our options!

View live training options and details on our website: https://rsmbuildingconsultants.com/obc-training-webinars-2026

12/01/2025

📢 We're Hiring: Chief Building Official Consultant (Remote)

We're seeking an experienced, fully qualified Chief Building Official to provide essential CBO and technical leadership to multiple Ontario municipalities.

This is a full-time, remote role that offers excellent benefits and access to ongoing professional development.

Key Responsibilities:
• Act as the Chief Building Official for designated municipalities.
• Technical oversight for OBC conformance on plans examination reviews from RSM and municipal plans examiners.
• Provide oversight on completion of applicable law, zoning, and other reviews prior to permit issuance.
• Issuance of permits, using the RSM ePortal, Bluebeam and Cloud Permit software systems,
• Mentor municipal building officials and oversee legal matters.

Requirements include 7+ years of experience in a municipal Building Official role and Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing all categories of qualifications (including the CBO Legal exam).

Apply by December 31, 2025!

Find the full details and application instructions here:https://v0.oboa.on.ca/cgi-bin/jobad/pdf/1764160429-Chief%20Building%20Official%20Consultant%20Posting%20Dec%202025.pdf

11/17/2025

We are closing in on the finish line for the "Let's Talk About..." 2025 Technical Webinar Series, and as we build the final two sessions, it feels like the right moment to look back on the year.

This year was different for us.

We introduced sixteen brand new webinars, all shaped by the real issues and hot topics we continue to see in the field. It pushed us technically and creatively, and we learned a lot in the process.

It was a big lift for our team (especially Laura Elliott, thank you Laura!), but the conversations, the questions, and the familiar names showing up every two weeks made every bit of work worth it.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, supported us, and helped make this our strongest season yet. We are proud of this community and committed to giving you the highest quality of content that we can.

We would love to hear from you...

Which webinar stood out the most this year?
Your answer helps us shape what comes next.

Registration for the 2026 series is now open, and we would be honored to have you with us again next year. We're confident it will be the best one yet.

And one more question for whoever is willing to share:
What topics should we explore in future webinars?

11/11/2025

Last chance to register for our new course: Part 9 Passive Fire Protection!

The course takes place November 18th, 2025.

Through expert instruction, real-world examples, inspection photos, and practical activities, you’ll learn how to assess fire-resistance ratings, identify code-compliant materials, and evaluate field conditions with confidence. The course also reviews key 2024 OBC updates, including enhanced fire separation requirements for secondary suites, revised firestopping rules, and expanded requirements for listed systems at joints.

Available in-person or live online via Microsoft Teams.

👉 Learn more: https://rsmbuildingconsultants.com/part-9-passive-fire-protection