Room Type	Standard	RT60	BGN Limit	Cost
Classroom	NBCC 2020	≤ 0.6s	≤ 35 dBA	C$25,000–C$36,000
Classroom	ANSI S12.60	≤ 0.6s unoccupied	≤ 35 dBA	C$28,000–C$40,000
Open Plan Office	WELL v2 Feature 74	≤ 0.5s	≤ 45 dBA	C$100–C$180/m²
Meeting Room	WELL v2 Feature 74	≤ 0.6s	≤ 35 dBA	C$5,500–C$12,000
Hospital Ward	WELL v2 Feature 74	≤ 0.6s	≤ 35 dBA	C$30,000–C$48,000 per 100m²
Recording Studio	ISO 3382	0.3–0.5s	NR-15	C$420–C$750/m²
Sports Hall	NBCC 2020	≤ 1.5s	≤ 55 dBA	C$55–C$110/m²
Concert Hall	ISO 3382	1.8–2.2s	NR-15	C$950–C$1,500/m²
Home Studio	ISO 3382	0.2–0.4s	NR-25	C$2,000–C$10,000 total
Restaurant	WELL v2 Feature 74	≤ 0.8s	40–50 dBA	C$75–C$140/m²

Frequently Asked Questions: Canada Acoustics

What acoustic standards apply in Canada?▾

Canada uses NBCC 2020, ANSI S12.60, WELL v2 Feature 74, ISO 3382. Requirements vary by room type and building use.

How many room types have acoustic requirements in Canada?▾

There are specific acoustic requirements for 9 room types in Canada, covering 10 room-standard combinations including classrooms, offices, hospitals, and performance spaces.

How much does acoustic treatment cost in Canada?▾

Acoustic treatment costs in Canada vary by room type. For example, Classroom treatment costs C$25,000–C$36,000. Use the free calculator for project-specific estimates.

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