Access to Architecture

Are you a student looking to explore a career in architecture? a professional from outside Canada, aiming to practise in Ontario? or an enthusiast looking to participate in more architecture-related activities?

The Access to Architecture page is a portal that makes it easy for anyone to learn more about how to get involved in the field of architecture, whether through formal education or events and initiatives in the community.

A formal education in architecture, whether it is a master’s degree from an accredited school of architecture, or a degree or diploma in architectural technology, offers vast and varied career paths. Students might go on to work for an architectural firm, but they may also become building officials, building inspectors, in-house corporate design specialists, or builders in the construction industry; they may go into academia or become involved in land development, facility management, project management, interior design, or set design.

CONTACT

Please direct any questions to:

e: oaamail@oaa.on.ca

Kindergarten – Grade 12

Resources for elementary and secondary school students, parents, and teachers.

Post-Secondary

Resources for university and college students looking for more information on the path to licensure.

Scholarships

The OAA proudly offers a selection of scholarships alongside a number of other funding opportunities available through other institutions.

Study Architecture

In order to practise architecture in Ontario, you need formal training, beginning with post-secondary education. The following resources can help you get started in finding the right school for you.

Architecture Programs in Ontario

Toronto Metropolitan University – Faculty of Engineering & Architectural Science

University of Toronto – John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape, & Design

Laurentian University – McEwen School of Architecture/École d’Architecture

Carleton University – Azrieli School of Architecture & Urbanism

University of Waterloo – School of Architecture

This is not an exhaustive list! There are great schools across Canada and internationally where you can receive excellent training. If you come from outside Ontario, be sure to check out schools in your area and visit the Becoming an Architect page to learn more about the various paths to licensure.

Features

Meet the OAA Events

Meet the OAA events help introduce the Association (and its role as regulator of Ontario’s architecture profession) to students, while also sharing more information about the path to licensure in the province.

WATCH

Events Calendar

The OAA’s Events Calendar is a central resource that features architecture-related events hosted by organizations across the province.

Queen’s Park Picks

Queen’s Park Picks invites MPPs to share their favourite buildings from their ridings. Top picks are showcased to mark World Architecture Day, held annually on the first Monday of October.

OAA Podcast

The OAA will be launching a pilot season of a new podcast geared toward a broad audience. Six episodes covering a range of architecture-related topics are in the works and will be available in both audio and video formats.

COMING SOON

Exterior image of OAA Building by Michael Tenaglia

Doors Open

Each year, the OAA welcomes guests to explore it’s Headquarters as part of Doors Open, an annual celebration of local architecture hosted in cities across the province.

Continuing Education

The Continuing Education (ConEd) Program reflects the OAA’s dedication to promoting and increasing the knowledge, skill, and proficiency of its members, and administering the Architects Act in order to serve and protect the public interest.

YouTube

Check out the OAA's Youtube channel for coverage on OAA hosted events and sessions including OAA Award presentations, plenaries and Conference virtual events.