The Ontario Association of Architects recommends the use of the Qualifications-Based Selection (QBS) procurement process (sometimes also known as Quality-Based Selection). Under this procurement ...

All holders of a Certificate of Practice where the office is located in Ontario are required to participate in the Pro-Demnity Insurance Company. The application form is available at ...

Whether you’re a student or already an architect outside the province, learn about the different pathways to becoming licensed as an Architect in Ontario. Enrolled in an accredited program in ...

The OAA has several objectives arising from its statutory responsibilities under the Architects Act. Learn more here about its role. The OAA is enabled by the Government of Ontario, under provincial ...

Pro-Demnity Insurance Company provides Ontario’s architectural practices with professional liability insurance in accordance with the Architects Act. It began operations in 1987 as an “Indemnity Plan” ...

The OAA actively monitors government activities at municipal, provincial, and federal levels, responding as needed through formal letters and other channels. Continually updated, this searchable ...

The Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC) Syllabus program is an alternative path to a professional degree in architecture. It provides access to individuals who are unable to attend an ...

As part of its five-year Strategic Plan, the OAA "commits to ongoing reconciliation and partnering with Indigenous communities to collaborate on meaningful projects." This ever-evolving section will ...

Your Licence and Certificate of Practice are two separate billing systems, with separate logins. To switch from one billing system to another, remember to sign out ...

This evolving section includes links to various grants, subsidies, and incentives available for building and homeowners to help them access support for their green energy initiatives or sustainability ...

The OAA’s Practice Advisory Knowledge Base is your one-stop digital catalogue of resources, articles and tools including OAA Practice tips and Regulatory notices as well as peer advice. Completely ...