New model codes introduce updates that advance the harmonization of building design and construction requirements across Canada, expand the range of compliance options available to code users, incorporate forward-looking climatic data in building design to help prepare buildings for future climate conditions while reducing the construction sector’s contribution to climate change, and improve the accessibility of homes and buildings for Canadians. December 22, 2025 – Ottawa, Ontario – Today, the Canadian Board for Harmonized Construction Codes (CBHCC) released the 2025 editions of the National Model Codes, which focus on the health, safety, and accessibility of homes and buildings, the protection of buildings from damage, and the protection of the environment. Their publication is the culmination of a code development cycle that included extensive input from expert volunteers, the construction sector, interested organizations, and the public. While the development of these editions began under the Canadian Commission on Building and Fire Codes, they were completed under the new governance framework established

September 25, 2024 – Ottawa, ON The Canadian Board for Harmonized Construction Codes (CBHCC) is seeking expressions of interest from individuals to be considered for Chair of the Advisory Council for Harmonized Construction Codes (Advisory Council). Applicants have until October 9, 2024 to submit their credentials. Anyone interested in applying for the position should have experience in the use or development of construction codes, building design, construction, or building use and operations as well as experience chairing group deliberations. Interested applicants can learn more about the position and apply through the CBHCC’s website at https://cbhcc-cchcc.ca/en/call-for-advisory-council-chair/. As the CBHCC ramps up planning for the next code cycle, it is looking for a new Chair for the Advisory Council that will play an important role in Canada’s code development system. The Chair will facilitate the work of the Advisory Council, which provides invaluable advice to the CBHCC and helps shape the National Model Codes. The Advisory Council has a mandate to provide

April 8, 2024 – Ottawa, ON The Canadian Board for Harmonized Construction Codes (CBHCC) is seeking volunteers to serve on code development committees for the 2030 code cycle. Successful applicants will help develop the 2030 editions of the National Model Codes, with work expected to kickoff in January 2025. Code development for the 2030 codes will include topics such as accessibility, climate change mitigation and adaptation, alterations to existing buildings, housing supply, harmonization, performance-based solutions, and other targeted technical topics and maintenance tasks. The CBHCC is looking to recruit volunteers who reflect Canada’s regional and ethnic diversity, have broad knowledge of the Codes, and have technical expertise and lived experience in areas that pertain to building design, construction and use. “Committee volunteers are critical to Canada’s code development process,” said Jun’ichi Jensen, Member and Co-Chair of the CBHCC. “Without the technical expertise and experience of our volunteers, this important work would not be possible. Volunteering on code development committees is a