Builder Quote by Ted McMeekin
“Building Code changes to mid-rise wood construction will give builders and the public even safer, more flexible building options. Our made-in-Ontario model for mid-rise wood provides the highest requirements for fire safety in Canada.”
About This Quote
Source Legislative Record: Ontario Building Code Amendment, 2023
Mid‑rise wood construction offers safer, flexible options with high fire safety standards.
In simple terms: Wood buildings can be safe and adaptable.
Key Takeaway
Adopt modern wood building codes.
Themes
architecture
safety
innovation
Mood
optimistic
practical
Type
policy
technical
When to use this quote
- construction planning
- urban development
- fire safety training
Key Concepts
engineering
public policy
Questions to Reflect On
- What are the barriers to adopting wood construction?
- How can fire safety be further improved?
A Different Perspective
Implementation costs may be high for some builders.
