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WEB2025 OAA Conference: Call for Proposals. Next year, the OAA Conference, Reshaping Communities, comes to Ottawa. The Association is currently seeking experts to lead classroom lectures and off-site experiential learning opportunities for the profession The deadline for submission is Friday, October 18.
About the OAA - Ontario Association of Architects
WEBThe OAA is a self-regulating organization, dedicated to increasing its members’ knowledge, skill, and proficiency, while serving the public interest. MORE.
Becoming an Architect - Ontario Association of Architects
WEBBecoming an Architect. Through legislation, each provincial and territorial professional regulatory association has both the authority and the responsibility to establish standards of admission and competence for candidates seeking to become licensed to practice architecture in their respective jurisdictions.
News & Insights - Ontario Association of Architects
WEBToronto, ON – The Ontario Association of Architects (OAA) is thrilled to announce the 20 Finalists for its 2024 Design Excellence Awards.. Chosen by a jury of respected design experts, this year's collection features a diverse range of building types, including sustainably designed community centres, schools and learning facilities, residences, and an indoor horticultural attraction, as well ...
OAA Registration & Licensing
WEBOAA 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.
Knowledge & Resources - Ontario Association of Architects
WEBPractice Advisory Knowledge Base. The OAA’s Practice Advisory Knowledge Base is a search tool and a one-stop source of resources and tools including Practice Tips, Regulatory Notices and peer advice and commentary. MORE.
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WEBYour OAA username is "OAA" followed by your OAA Account ID. e.g. "OAA12345". Note: Your OAA Account ID is different than your licence or Certificate of Practice number. If you have forgotten your username click "Forgot my username?" and enter your email address of record. NOTE: If your licence / individual and Certificate of Practice accounts ...
OAA Announces its 2022 Design Excellence Awards Finalists
WEBThe OAA is thrilled to announce the 17 Finalists for its 2022 Design Excellence Awards. This year’s selection includes building types ranging from libraries and learning institutions to striking residences and performing arts venues in Southwestern Ontario and Northwestern Texas. Chosen by a jury of design experts, the projects serve as the ...
What We Do - Ontario Association of Architects
WEBWhat we do. Founded in 1889, the Ontario Association of Architects is a self-regulating organization governed by the Architects Act, which is a statute of the Government of Ontario. The Association is dedicated to promoting and increasing the knowledge, skill and proficiency of its members, and administering the Architects Act, to serve and ...
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WEBBenefits. Under the Architects Act and OAA Policies, the words “Member” and “Architect” and the professional title “Architect OAA” are reserved for individuals in good standing who have been granted a licence under the Act—those applicants who meet the licence requirements for engaging in the full range of activities defined as the practice of architecture in the province of Ontario.