FAQs

Who can become a member of the RAIC?

Licensed (or Registered) Architects, Architectural graduates, intern Architects or interns, as well as faculty members of a University School of Architecture. Architects who are resident outside Canada can become International Associates and Architects who have graduated outside Canada and are resident here in Canada may make a special application to be considered members. A student from a full time Architectural program or in the Syllabus program can become a Student Associate. Also, those who are involved in the design and construction industry and who are associated with the architectural profession can become Affiliates.

What are the benefits of membership?

• The MRAIC (Member of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada) and FRAIC (Fellow of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada) designations.
• Access to quality Professional Development programs, practice support documents, RAIC Committees and Working Groups, and international activities (such as Marmomacc and UIA Working Groups).
• A listing in the national RAIC Online Member Directory.
• Eligibility for nomination to the College of Fellows, after five consecutive years of membership in the RAIC.
• Monthly electronic Bulletin offering the latest information about architecture across Canada and other publications.
• Eligibility for the RAIC Awards of Excellence.

How can I become a member?

To apply as a Full member, International Associate or Student Associate, you will need to fill out this form and send one of the following proofs of qualifications: a copy of your diploma in architecture, a copy of your CACB certification or a proof of registration with a provincial association.

To apply as an Affiliate, fill out this form .

I do not have any training in architecture, but I’m interested in the profession. Can I become a member?

Yes, you can now become an Affiliate of the RAIC. Affiliate members may be persons, corporations, organizations or other entities who are involved in the design and construction industry and who are associated with the architectural profession.

I have a professional degree in Architecture but I’m not currently licensed in a province; can I still become a member and use the MRAIC designation?

Yes, with the exception of Student Associates and Affiliates, you may become a member and RAIC members are entitled to attach a designation following their name. This includes Architecture graduates, intern Architects or interns, as well as faculty members of a University School of Architecture.

The MRAIC (Member of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada) and FRAIC (Fellow of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada) designations are recognized symbols of professionalism.

If I graduated from an Architectural school outside Canada, can I apply for membership with the RAIC?

Yes, you can apply as an International Associate or if you live in Canada you may qualify as a full member.

RAIC International Associates have an architectural licence or the equivalent from a non-Canadian licensing authority and demonstrated good standing in the profession in the locale in which they are licensed. They may live in or outside of Canada.

I am a RAIC Syllabus student, am I eligible for membership as a student associate?

Yes, RAIC Students Associates must be enrolled full-time in a professional degree program in architecture at a Canadian University School of Architecture or in the RAIC Syllabus Program.

How can I pay my membership online?

First, log in into your account at http://members.raic.org then go to My Payment History. In the Membership History Table, there is a link to pay online. A receipt is automatically sent by email.

Can I update my own contact information?

Yes, simply go to http://members.raic.org then My Account and update your coordinates or your preference for the online Directory.

As per section 4 of the renewal form, I have been a member for 40 continuous years or more, what are the supporting documents needed to apply for Life Membership?

A copy of your RAIC certificate or your provincial association certificate is required or if this is not available a letter attesting that you have been a member of the RAIC continuously for 40 years.

I am retiring from the practice of architecture, can I still be a member of the RAIC?

Yes, a member retiring may continue as a retired Member or retired Fellow of the RAIC with payment of reduced annual fees. A letter, attesting retirement from practice, is to be included with the renewal form to apply for retired status.

I am an RAIC Member, why does my name not appear in the directory?

Due to the federal privacy legislation, the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act, personal information provided to the RAIC cannot, without a member's consent, be disclosed to third parties, including other RAIC members. If no preference is indicated in section 5 of the renewal form or section 2 of the application forms, or if you have chosen not to be included in the RAIC members list, we cannot include your name in the directory.

You can still be listed in our online directory. To change your preference for the online directory, please log into your account and change the information at http://members.raic.org.

Only my name appears in the directory. Why?

The reason your complete information is not listed in the directory is that you chose to have your “name only” in the directory in section 5 of the renewal form or section 2 of the application forms. Also, note that those who choose to have their “name only” listed are also not included under the provincial listing. They are only in the alphabetical listing.

You can be listed in our online directory with your complete contact information. To change your preference for the online directory, please log into your account and change the information at http://members.raic.org.