The Ontario Building Code | Fabric Awnings, Canopies and Marquees
3.1.16.1. Fabric Awnings, Canopies and Marquees
(1) Fabrics used as part of an awning, canopyor marquee that is located within or attached to a building of any type of construction shall conform to CAN/ulc-S109, "Flame Tests of Flame-Resistant Fabrics and Films".
3.1.17. Occupant Load
In Plain Language
Fabrics used in an awning, canopy, or marquee attached to any building must conform to the CAN/ULC-S109 flame-resistance test for fabrics and films.
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.