Intergrated Systems Testing – CAN ULC S1001 – OFC Changes Jan 1 2026

Hi Robin,

With our recent LEAF project, the gym addition was large enough that are required to do the S-10001/ integrated testing.  The GC is working with his trades to obtain all the information.  The Architects and Engineers are completing their end.  Thankfully the majority of the legwork is being handles by others.  Our Architects have provided us with what they require from us, most of which is fairly easy.  We were requested by the City’s building to perform the same audit on other projects but they were too small in nature and did not meet the threshold.

As for all the ongoing requirements, I’m with you, still digging into it to see we need to do and interested in other College’s response.

Chris

Loyalist College

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Hi Robin,

In addition to Chris’ post, our experience with the S1001 test has been limited to renovation projects. It was also an occupancy requirement for our renovated Port Hope campus, where it was the GC’s responsibility, and the GC engaged Goodkey Weedmark & Associates Ltd. as the third‑party independent consultant.

I would presume other engineering design firms may also provide this service.

Sola
Loyalist College

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Hey Robin,

At Humber, we are utilizing our code consultant to help design/guide us through the requirements of S1001 on a new construction at our Lakeshore Campus. Once the systems are installed, we’ve hired Stantec to perform both third-party commissioning and S1001 commissioning. From our experience here in the GTA, it looks like the code consultants and commissioning agents are starting to get their certificates to perform S1001 testing and commissioning.

With respect to the results, I don’t have much to share with the group as we are still in the process of it. We are lucky that we have a good relationship with Toronto Fire Services that they have not asked too much questions about the integration of the fire alarm system with other building systems. If any new information comes, I’ll make sure to share with the group.

Thanks,

Daniel