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The SHIFT2025 Challenge - Reshaping Communities asks the profession to explore how we can develop sustainable solutions that address the challenges posed by climate change and social shifts. The Call for submissions has now closed. Thank you to all those who participated. Jury Day will  be taking place on February 20.
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Limited Licences
The necessary amendments to Regulation 27 under the Architects Act have been filed by the provincial government, allowing eligible individuals to apply to become members of the OAA as Licensed Technologists after January 1, 2025.
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Licensing Changes
Recently introduced amendments to the province’s fair registration practices legislation mean new rules that affect the path to becoming licensed as an architect in Ontario.

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OAA ConEd Webinar Series

The OAA's Continuing Education Webinar series is live and offered weekly— sessions run on most Thursdays from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm with closed-captioning.

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Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

This portal provides key links and references to the OAA’s equity, diversity, and inclusion work and includes relevant news, events, and reports.

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Climate Action

The climate change emergency's far reaching effects have positioned it as one of the defining global challenges today. Find tools, resources, and more related to climate action in the architecture profession.

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Contracts for Professional Services

The OAA offers access to a suite of free, downloadable standardized contracts to make it easier for architectural professionals and their clients or consultants to enter into fair, balanced business relationships.

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About the OAA

Learn more about the Ontario Association of Architects’ vision, mission, Strategic plan and priorities to better understand its goals and approaches.

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Hiring the Right Professional

Are you looking to work with an Architect? Find a Certificate of Practice holder that can offer architectural services to the public in Ontario.

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Registration Opens for 2025 SABMag Canadian Green Building Awards
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The 2025 SABMag Canadian Green Building Awards are now accepting registrations, offering a platform to showcase green building projects to a national audience. Eligible projects must have been...

Building Code Commission Seeks Part-Time Vice Chair
Architectural News

The Building Code Commission is seeking a part-time Vice Chair to join its adjudicative tribunal. The Commission seeks to resolve disputes related to the Building Code’s technical compliance...

Architects Invited to Apply for Gottfried Böhm Scholarship
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The Gottfried Böhm Scholarship is now open for applications, offering an opportunity for architects in the postmaster phase. Held in Cologne, Germany, under the guidance of Mayor Henriette Reker...

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SvN’s ‘Transit Roots’ exhibition peels back the curtain to show how transit can be delivered in a way that supports healthy, thriving communities. Transit is a powerful force for shaping our cities...

DesignTO is a non-profit arts and culture organization that believes design can create a sustainable, just, and joyful world. DesignTO organizes the annual DesignTO Festival, celebrating its 15th...

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OAA Contract Suite

Did you know the OAA offers free contracts for its members and the general public? These downloadable standardized contracts make it easier for all to enter into fair, balanced business relationships.

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Events Calendar

Check out our events calendar for a wide array of online and in-person events. Also submit an event using our new online form.

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BLOAAG

Check out the OAA BLOAAg, an inclusive space for member engagement and OAA features.

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