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About the OAA

Founded in 1889, the Ontario Association of Architects protects the public interest by regulating the practice of architecture in the province. It licenses Architects and Licensed Technologists, upholds rigorous qualification standards, and supports continuous professional development to help ensure its members create safe, accessible, and functional buildings that meet the needs of sustainable, vibrant, and resilient communities.

 

OAA Directory

The OAA Directory lists Architects, Licensed Technologists, Interns, Students, and others affiliated with the OAA, along with any discipline history. Whether you are looking to confirm an individual’s status or seeking a practice to work on a project, click the button below.


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Annual Renewals Now Due
Architects and Licensed Technologists must submit payment by the end of February to avoid late fees being applied as of March 1. All those with status, including Interns and Students, need to renew to avoid being lapsed.
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Call for 2026 OAA Webinar Proposals
The OAA is currently seeking presenters for the fall and winter sessions of it's popular virtual learning program. Apply before March 6, 2026.
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Conference Registration Opens March 24
Registration for the 2026 OAA Conference opens March 24 at 2:00 pm, after the FREE virtual keynote by Dr. Colin Ellard. You can sign up now for the event. 

 

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Key Resources

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Continuing Education
Learn about the OAA's Continuing Education Program, as well as check out current learning opportunities.
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Information for the Public
The Public Resources page is a portal that makes it easy for anyone to learn more about how to get involved in the field of architecture.
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Practice Support 
Important reference material and services Architects and Licensed Technologists should have at their fingertips.

Practice Highlights

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Updates to the Construction Act: What Members and Their Clients Need to Know
Significant amendments to the Construction Act and its associated regulations are now in force, affecting both contracts for professional services and construction. Practice Tips and the OAA Contract Suite are being updated, and the OAA is collecting further resources for you to review.
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CSA Standards Access Program: What Were the Top 10 Most Accessed Documents of 2025?
If you have yet to register for this free program offered to all OAA licensed members, visit the OAA Website to learn more. You can also check out this article to see what the top 10 most accessed standards were from last year.
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Practice Tip Updates PT.23.2 CCDC Construction Management Contracts
The OAA is updating Practice Tips to reflect the CCDC contracts that were released in 2025. Access the newly revised Practice Tip on Construction Management to help your practice and your clients.

CONTINUING EDUCATION

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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Project Designer

Practice Name: Organica Studio + Inc.

Location: Toronto

Publish Date: 2026/Feb/26

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Intermediate Design Team Membe...

Practice Name: Q4 Architects Inc.

Location: Ottawa

Publish Date: 2026/Feb/26

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Project Manager / Contract Adm...

Practice Name: ABBARCH Architecture Inc.

Location: Toronto

Publish Date: 2026/Feb/25

Latest Events

Canada’s housing crisis demands swift, innovative solutions. Traditional construction can’t keep pace with skyrocketing demand and affordability challenges. Modular construction and prefabrication...

In Toronto, affordable housing remains a vital component of urban development, addressing the growing demand for equitable living solutions in one of Canada’s most dynamic cities. Despite ongoing...

Canada's construction and housing sectors are at a critical juncture, facing persistent challenges in affordability, sustainability, and efficiency. Toronto, for instance, grapples with a significant...

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BlOAAg

Check out the OAA BlOAAg! We are currently featuring our 2025 Queen's Park Picks celebrating communities' unique architectural heritage and the rich legacy of architecture in Ontario.

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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 online form.

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