Another year has come and gone in the construction industry and another AMTS provided an amazing reception and useful information to OBOA members. Terry Willing and his host committee should be very proud of what they accomplished; they not only presented a fantastic AMTS event but also once again raised the bar for future conferences. Deerhurst, here we come...more

As noted on the OBOA website there are limited numbers of the room available.

For room availability contact the Deehurst Resort directly

Deerhurst Resort looks forward to welcoming you for the 2009 Annual Meeting and Training Sessions. Why not take advantage of the most scenic season in Muskoka by extending your stay with this very special offer.
For your pre-or post-conference vacation, Deerhurst Resort is pleased to extend you this special delegate rate 3 days prior or after your conference dates!

The 2009 Host Committee

Committee Members Contact Information

Chair: Mike Gooch, Town of Huntsville mike.gooch@huntsville.ca
Entertainment: Debbie Swim (Chapter Chair) Township of Sequin dswim@seguin.ca
Golf and Transportation: Mary K. Pengelly Town of Huntsville Maryk.pengelly@huntsville.ca
Technical Sessions: John Este Town of Parry Sound cbo@townofparrysound.com
Sponsorship and Promotions: Steve Watson Township of Lake of Bays bldg@lakeofbays.on.ca
Companions Program: Kathi Gooch North Simcoe Muskoka CCAC mike.gooch@huntsville.ca
Charity Auction: Helen Vock Town of Parry Sound dcbo@townofparrysound.com
Treasurer/Vice Chair: Len Lietch Township of Georgian Bay lleitch@township.georgianbay.on.ca

Suggestions or Comments contact the
Sub-Committee Chair noted above

AMTS ALTERNATE HOTEL

•Hidden Valley Resort is located 1.1 km east of the Deerhurst Resort on the same road. •OBOA shuttle will be provided between Deerhurst Resort & Hidden Valley Resort. •Daily breakfast buffet available at additional fee. Room rate $129.00 per night plus applicable taxes. Any AVAILABLE Room type as noted on the HV website Reservations Reservations will be made by individual attendees directly with the hotel. Delegates must identify themselves as attending the Ontario Building Officials Association event to ensure they receive the preferred guestroom rate. Delegates should retain their confirmation number, which will be provided by the reservation agent and use this number when referring to their booking. Reservations can be made directly by calling HV Hidden Valley Resort at (705) 789-2301, toll free at 1-800-465-4171, by fax at (705) 789- 6586. All reservations must be secured by a major credit card or by the organization. Upon arrival at HV Hidden Valley Resort the cost of the attendees full stay total is required. If the reservation is cancelled 5 days or less, before arrival date or the stay shortened the full value of the original reservations will be charged. For your pre-or post-conference vacation, Hidden Valley Resort is pleased to extend you this special delegate rate 3 days prior or after your conference dates! ALL ROOMS $129

Part 12 Energy Effciency Skills Training - For Residential Building Trades and Site Superintendents.
Free CD available from OBOA. Contact Jane Mazzuca: admin@oboa.on.ca (one per member)

We are pleased to make available to you the “ Part 12 Energy Efficiency Skills Training for Residential Building Trades and Site Superintendents” developed by the Ontario Building Officials Association (OBOA) with financial support from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing....more

New OBOA Fall Jacket-Stormtech Classic Bomber Jacket and T-Shirt featuring the New Self-Management OBOA Logo...more

The 21st Edition Includes Major Changes to The Safety Standards for Electrical Installations...more

The Canadian Electrical Code was released January 5th, and is ready to ship immediately.
The hard cover binder version, complete with separate pocket reference is valued at $150 and available for order via:
Phone 1-866-379-6668 | Fax 1-866-379-6667 (fax order form)| online at www.firesafetycouncil.com

For more information:
Peter Townshend
Phone: 866-379-6668 ext 109
Email: peter.townshend@firesafetycouncil.com

For more information on The C22.1-09 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1: http://www.firesafetycouncil.com

The 21st Edition Includes Major Changes to The Safety Standards for Electrical Installations

The Canadian Electrical Code was released January 5th, and is ready to ship immediately.
The hard cover binder version, complete with separate pocket reference is valued at $150 and available for order via:
Phone 1-866-379-6668 | Fax 1-866-379-6667 (fax order form)| online at www.firesafetycouncil.com

For more information:
Peter Townshend
Phone: 866-379-6668 ext 109
Email: peter.townshend@firesafetycouncil.com

For more information on The C22.1-09 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1: http://www.firesafetycouncil.com

Further to the MMAH announcement at the 52nd AMTS in Kingston, Ontario, re-qualification will be held off until the next building code revision expected in 2011, OBOA has obtained further clarification on the examination schedule.

The Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing sought the input of building practitioners as part of the process of updating the examinations.  In the Spring of 2008, peer-based panels met and provided the Ministry with advice on adjusting the examination syllabi to address the new Code’s objective-based structure and technical changes.  Building practitioners had the opportunity to provide further input when the draft syllabi were posted on the Building Code website for industry review in Fall 2008.  The input received through the peer-based panels and the industry review of the examination syllabi played an important role in updating the examination program....More