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Find or Become a Mentor

Selecting a Mentor 

Intern Architects must select a mentor prior to recording architectural experience in the Canadian Experience Record Book (CERB). You should choose someone who is willing to commit to supporting your professional growth during the duration of your internship.

Once the Intern Architect selects a mentor, that person should complete the Mentor Confirmation Form.

The OAA has launched a new Mentor Directory to allow OAA Interns and Students to search for a compatible mentor using information related to their practice, experience, and background. You can access this resource by logging into the member side of the website. Click here.

While this voluntary directory continues to grow, you can also find architects in your community by joining a Local Architectural Society or visiting the OAA Directory and searching by city or postal code. If you require assistance finding a mentor, send an email to iap@oaa.on.ca

Changing Mentors

It is your responsibility to inform the OAA at iap@oaa.on.ca if you change mentors.

Becoming a Mentor

Those interested in becoming mentors can submit their names and personal information to the Mentor Directory.

By offering to share your knowledge and experience, you help ensure those on the path to licensure have the tools to design a safe and healthy built environment.
Accessible only by member login through the OAA Website, the online Mentor Directory database allow mentees to search for a compatible mentor using information related to their practice, experience, and background. When you connect with an individual, you offer valuable insight on overcoming challenges. By being a mentor, you help build competencies, camaraderie, and positivity while offering advice on how to further professional goals and career objectives.

The OAA’s Mentorship Guide clarifies the expectations and responsibilities involved.


Note: Mentors are eligible to receive a maximum of 10 Unstructured Learning hours per Continuing Education (ConEd) hours per cycle. 

Looking to see real-life examples of the Mentorship relationship? Check out our Amazing Mentorship blOAAg series.

In addition to the IAP documentation listed at right, looking at the Canadian Standard of Competency for Architects will help mentors and mentees better understand the competencies expected to be gained on the pathway to licensure.




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Canadian Handbook of Practice for Architects

Chapter 1.4 - Mentorship and Career Transitions

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