The Ontario Building Code | Material Standards

9.27.8.1. Material Standards

(1) Plywood cladding shall be exterior type conforming to,

(a) CSA O115-M, "Hardwood and Decorative Plywood",

(b) CSA O121, "Douglas Fir Plywood",

(c) CSA O151, "Canadian Softwood Plywood", or

(d) CSA O153-M, "Poplar Plywood".

In Plain Language

Material standards for this cladding type are set out in this article, ensuring consistent quality and weather performance.

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.