The RAIC is offering a project management course for architects and interns in Ottawa, September 20 to October 3. The course will provide project management knowledge in the context of architectural practice as well as prepare participants for the Project Management Institute’s PMP® certification exam.

Registration for courses in Toronto, Edmonton, and Vancouver will be opening soon. Stay tuned for more details.

The course will include:

• Project management tools and templates for architectural practice;

• 35 hours of instruction plus a six hour practical workshop in which participants will learn to use the tools and templates;

• a premium PMP® certification exam preparation kit including textbook, study aids, online resources, and an online test question bank.

RAIC members save up to $300 on registration by signing up before the early-bird deadline of August 22.

You'll get:

• 30-45% off membership rates*
• Access to over 250 GoodLife Fitness Clubs across Canada
• Corporate rate extended to four additional family members
• State-of-the-art cardio equipment
• All free weights and weight machines
• Group Fitness classes
• Professionally trained staff to assist you in achieving your goals
• Towel Service (where available)
• Child minding (where available at an additional fee)
• Access to the LifeChanger health and fitness assessment program
• 24 hour locations (select clubs only)
• Access to the GoodLife Fitness Rewards Program - savings and special offers from
over 100 popular brands.

(*depending on province and type of payment plan)

RAIC members are invited to submit their projects to the 2018 National Urban Design Awards. This biennial Canadian awards program showcases excellence in urban design and raises public awareness of the important role of urban design in sustainability and quality of life in Canadian cities.

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) honoured three leaders of the RAIC at the AIA Conference on Architecture in New York City last month.

RAIC President Michael J. Cox, FRAIC, Hon. AIA, received the AIA Presidential Medal on June 23 at a reception and presentation hosted by AIA President Carl Elefante. The medal is an honour bestowed upon a president of a foreign national, regional or international professional society. It recognizes an established, mutually beneficial, and collaborative relationship and a record of providing valued services to the profession of architecture.

RAIC Past President Samuel Óghale Oboh, PP/FRAIC, FAIA, was among 152 architects elevated to the AIA College of Fellows at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on June 22. The citation noted that Oboh was the first African-Canadian to lead the RAIC and said he “exemplifies the ideals of stewardship excellence by intensifying public advocacy… inspiring diversity, promoting good design and championing transformative initiatives for public good."

Past Chancellor Barry Johns, FRAIC, Hon. FAIA received the Leslie N. Boney Spirit of Fellowship Award from the AIA College of Fellows at the Convocation Gala on June 23. Johns is the first international recipient of the award, which recognized his work as chancellor of the RAIC College of Fellows (2011 – 2017) to strengthen relationships and initiate projects of common interest between the RAIC and AIA.

The RAIC would like to thank all members who took the time to participate in the 2018 Heritage Conservation Continuing Education survey. With over 200 hundred responses received, our members have made it clear that there is a strong audience for continuing education offerings in this field.

The survey was one step in a multi-stage research phase for the development of new continuing education opportunities related to heritage conservation, including stakeholder interviews and a gap analysis of existing offerings.

The purpose of the survey is to provide valuable insight into the development of continuing education courses in architectural heritage conservation. The data received has allowed the Program Office to gain a better understanding of the scope of heritage conservation projects and areas of specific interest in the conservation and heritage field, from RAIC members. The aim is to develop content for architects, by architects, within this area of specialization.

Join the Danish Consulate General for a tour to Copenhagen from September 25-29, 2018 to explore the urban spaces, learning environments, and commercial landscapes of Denmark.

Participants will meet local architects and decision-makers, and visit award-winning project sites around Copenhagen. The tour costs $6,000 CAD, which includes airfare and five nights hotel accommodations.