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.
Find out about the OAA Technology Program, and how to become a Licensed Technologist—as well as what this means.
Enrolled in an accredited program in architecture or the RAIC Syllabus program? Learn the benefits of becoming a free Student Associate in the OAA.
The Intern Architect designation reflects enrolment in the Internship in Architecture Program (IAP)—a national program providing a path to becoming licensed as an architect.
A student enrolled in a three-year architectural technology program may apply to become a Student Technologist in the OAA Technology Program.
The Intern Technologist designation reflects enrolment in the OAA Technology Program (OTP)—a provincial program that provides a pathway for Intern Technologists to become limited licence holders as Licensed Technologists.
An Architect is a highly trained professional who has been licensed by the OAA. As members, they are bound by the Architects Act and OAA Bylaws. Learn more.
A Licensed Technologist is someone granted a limited licence by the OAA to practise architecture in accordance with certain terms, conditions and limitations.
Find out more about the OAA’s Retired Member status category, along with Life Member eligibility.
Learn more about those recognized for distinguished service to the architecture profession.
Licence holders and limited licence holders who want to maintain their active status with the Association, but will not be practising architecture, can apply for “non-practising” status.
The Registration Committee conducts formal hearings between the Registrar and applicants who wish to practise architecture in Ontario as licensed members of the OAA.
Only holders of a Certificate of Practice can offer architectural services to the public. Learn more about options for Architects as well as details on temporary licenses and limited CoPs.
All designs prepared by an Architect must be sealed with the digital professional seal issued to them by the OAA.
Links for annual individual and practice renewals, Certificates of Practice, and other store and fee-related transactions, as well as the accepted payment options.