The National Building Code of Canada (NBC) 2015 Article 4.1.8.7 provides a clear procedure for earthquake methods of analysis. The more advanced method, the Dynamic Analysis Procedure in Article 4.1.8.12 [1], should be used for all structure types except those that meet the criteria set forth in 4.1.8.7 [1]. This article will focus on a Modal Response Spectrum Method (RSA) and the further base shear requirements defined in the NBC 2015.