Ontario's revised Building Code will help ensure public safety, increase energy efficiency and contribute to the competitiveness of the building sector.

The revised Building Code will put Ontario among North America's leaders in water conservation with requirements like efficient toilets and showerheads for new homes and rain water harvesting for all new buildings.

The revised code also increases Ontario's consistency with other codes across the country so businesses can sell their products and services nationwide.

Updating the Building Code is a part of the McGuinty government's plan to create jobs and opportunities that will grow the green economy.

• Read the new edition of Ontario’s Building Code