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Follow up on the latest improvements and updates.

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In-Document Search Sorting
We're excited to introduce an improvement to the in-document search functionality in Trax Codes. You can now sort search results using two different modes:
  • Match
    : Displays search results based on how closely they match your query, bringing the most pertinent items to the top.
  • Index
    : Presents search results in the same sequence they appear within the document, allowing for a contextual flow of information.
How to Use:
  1. Enter your search query in the in-document search bar.
  2. Choose your preferred sorting option by selecting either "Match" or "Index" from the sorting menu.
  3. View the search results displayed according to your selected sorting preference.
This new feature gives you greater control over how you navigate and retrieve information within documents, enhancing your overall user experience.
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Copy Plain Text
We also added the ability to copy articles as plain text. Previously, copying would include full HTML styles and links. Now, you can copy articles with just the plain text, and any links are retained as simple text, without formatting.
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Enhanced Copy and Paste with Unit Conversions
Additionally, we improved the copy and paste functionality to include unit conversions when they are displayed inline. Now, any units converted inline will also be carried over when copying content.
We're excited to announce the release of OBC 2024 Volume 2!
Please note that Appendix A: Explanatory Information is not included in Volume 2. Instead, we have consolidated all explanatory notes within OBC 2024 Volume 1 in Trax Codes.
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We're pleased to announce that Explanatory Notes have been added to our preview of OBC 2024. Instead of publishing them as a separate document, we've integrated them directly into Volume 1 to align more closely with National Building Codes and reduce the need to switch between multiple documents. However, if you prefer the Notes to be in a separate document, please let us know.
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OBC 2024 Notes
We're excited to announce our integration with OBOA! If you're an OBOA member, you can now enable this integration to access the Building Code Advisory Service (BCAS) directly from Trax Codes. In the future, we plan to add even more exclusive content for OBOA members.
Here's how to enable the integration:
  1. To get started,
    click
    your avatar icon in the top right corner, and then
    click
    on
    Integrations
    .
step1
  1. On the Integrations page,
    click
    Add Integration
    , then
    click
    Validate Your Membership Status
    , and finally
    click
    Add
    .
step2
  1. Now, when you go to the Library, the Building Code Advisory Service (BCAS) documents will be available to you. Make sure the "
    Guides
    " filter is enabled to view them.
step3
You can now Collapse/Expand Table of Content of a document! Just a small quality of life addition. This seemed like a must have when looking at two column comparisons.
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With the introduction of OBC 2024, we've prioritized extending our historical comparison tool to support document comparisons. We're excited to release a beta version of our new Jurisdictional Comparison Tool. Currently, you can compare OBC 2024 with OBC 2012 and NBC 2020, with more comparison options to be added in the future. To use the new tool, simply select the "Document Compare" button, previously used for historical comparisons. You'll now see additional documents available for comparison, including those from different jurisdictions. A similarity bar shows the level of similarity to the source section, and textual changes are highlighted within the sections.
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We are excited to announce the release of a
Preview of Volume 1 of the new 2024 Ontario Building Codes
. During the initial preview period, everyone, including users with a Free subscription, will have access to the new codes. After this preview period ends, access will be restricted to users with Standard or Professional licenses.
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We're happy to let you know that we added some latest content!
Ontario
  • Ontario Building Code Volume 1 (73/24 Amendment - February 26, 2024)
  • Fire Protection and Prevention Act of Ontario (March 6, 2024)
  • Public Transportation and Highway Improvement Act (March 6, 2024)
  • Legislation Act (March 6, 2024)
  • Environmental Assessment Act (February 26, 2024)
Alberta
  • Alberta Edition of National Building Codes 2023 (Comes into force on May 1, 2024)
  • Alberta Edition of National Fire Codes 2023 (Comes into force on May 1, 2024)
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New versions of 5 Ontario Acts have been added:
  • City of Toronto Act (February 22, 2024)
  • Clean Water Act (February 22, 2024)
  • Environmental Protection Act (February 22, 2024)
  • Planning Act (February 22, 2024)
  • Public Lands Act (February 22, 2024)
Also, we've added 4 British Columbia Acts:
  • British Columbia Building Act
  • British Columbia Safety Standards Act
  • British Columbia Professional Governance Act
  • British Columbia Fire Services Act
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New versions of 5 Ontario Acts have been added:
  • City of Toronto Act (January 1, 2024)
  • Municipal Act (January 1, 2024)
  • Planning Act (December 8, 2023)
  • Development Charges Act (December 4, 2023)
  • Niagara Escarpment Planning and Development Act (December 4)
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