The Architectural Profession in Canada

The architectural profession in Canada is both self-governing and self-regulating.

Provincial legislation or "Architects Acts" have created ten independent provincial architectural licensing authorities whose primary purpose is the licensing or registration of architects to ensure their competency and ability to provide proper professional services to the public.

Most architects in Canada are self-employed; however, many architectural firms, private corporations and governments employ architects. In order to become an architect in Canada, you must obtain a licence or registration from the Provincial Association of Architects in the province or territory where you intend to work.