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The Ontario Building Code | Cement

9.3.1.2. cement

(1) cement shall meet the requirements of CAN/CSA-A3001, "cementitious Materials for Use in Concrete".

In Plain Language

Cement used in construction must conform to the standards referenced in this article, ensuring consistent quality across concrete work.

This is a plain-language summary of the 2012/2017 Ontario Building Code text above, for general understanding only and not a substitute for the Code. Always confirm current requirements against the 2024 edition (O.Reg. 163/24) or a qualified professional before construction.