June 11, 2025
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RAIC Annual General Meeting 

All members are invited to attend the RAIC’s 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) via Zoom on Tuesday, June 17, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. ET. New this year, we will be hosting a RAIC College of Fellows’ Forum where all members are invited to participate. 

Members who would like to attend the AGM may register no later than 11:59 p.m. ET on June 16, 2025.  

Register
 
Introducing the RAIC Climate Action Plan: A Call to Transform the Future 

The RAIC is proud to announce the launch of the Climate Action Plan (CAP) – A Framework for Engagement and Enablement. Developed through two years of national engagement and collaboration, the CAP offers a bold, practical roadmap for accelerating climate action in architecture. 

The CAP focuses on four priorities: 

  • Accelerating the transformation of practice 
  • Advocating boldly to create pathways for change 
  • Mobilizing partnerships and collaborative action 
  • Investing in education and research 
Read the Climate Action Plan
 
Help Shape the Future of RAIC: Your Voice Matters 

What do you need from your professional association? The RAIC just launched its Community Survey, seeking input from both members and non-members across the architectural, engineering, and construction sectors. Results will directly inform the reinvigoration of RAIC's membership model, after thorough validation and reporting. The survey takes less than five minutes to complete and will remain open until September 15. Participants will be entered to win one of five $100 gift cards, one of five 2026 RAIC Conference day passes, or a grand prize of one All-Access conference pass. 

Take the survey
 
2025 RAIC Conference Wraps Up in Montreal 

The RAIC sincerely thanks all the attendees, sponsors and exhibitors who made the 2025 RAIC Conference on Architecture a resounding success. We were proud to host the architectural community from across Canada and abroad for four days of learning, networking and fun. Here are some highlights from this year’s conference: 

  • Highest number of sponsors and exhibitors to date 

  • Local advisory committee that worked alongside us throughout the year 
  • Representation from AIA, RIBA, UIA and NZIA leadership – cementing our relationships with key international partners 
  • Seventeen fully sold-out architectural tours  
  • Simultaneous English/French interpretation at all educational sessions and keynote events 

We look forward to hosting the community again next year at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre from May 5-8 for the 2026 RAIC Conference! 

 
Presenting with Confidence: Public Speaking Skills for Architectural Professionals 

Join us for our next session in The Deep Dive: A Roundtable Series for Emerging Professionals. This one-hour event will focus on how to communicate your ideas with clarity, confidence, and impact—an essential skill for every stage of your architectural career. 

The session will take place online on June 18 at 12 pm ET, where we will explore: 

  • How to communicate your ideas with clarity, confidence, and impact 
  • Practical strategies for structuring and delivering presentations 
  • Techniques for managing nerves and building presence 
  • How to tailor your message to different audiences, from clients to colleagues 

This session is FREE for RAIC members. Not a member? Join now to access this and more career-boosting opportunities. 

Register
 
 
William Carson Woods, February 28, 1940 - May 19, 2025

William Carson Woods, 85, of Toronto, ON, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2025, following an unexpected and sudden stroke. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Patricia, and their children, Alexandra (Brent) and Brayden (Paloma). Beloved grandfather to Hudson, Landon, and Inara. 

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Collect 50+ Learning Hours for FREE! CHOP Chat Series

The CHOP Chat Series brings the Canadian Handbook of Practice for Architects (CHOP) to life through interactive, expert-led discussions designed to deepen your understanding of architectural practice in Canada.  

This innovative webinar series functions as a "book club" for AEC industry professionals, where each session examines a specific chapter or chapters of the handbook with guidance from the very experts who authored the content. Designed for everyone involved in the sector, from seasoned professionals to those just beginning their journey, this series will equip participants with a wide range of critical skills.  

Learn more
 
New Job Opportunities on the RAIC Job Board

Start your journey to a fulfilling career with the latest job postings on the RAIC Job Board. Explore a wide range of positions and industries to find the job that suits you best. 

Your dream job might be here:

  • Senior Architect - Thinkspace Architecture Planning Interior Design 
  • Junior/Intermediate Architect - Adero Architecture
  • Project Architect - BLDG Architecture Office Inc. 
  • Finissant technologie de l'architecture - Architecture 6e SENS inc. 
  • Surveillant de chantier - ACDF Architecture
 
RAIC Syllabus Application Deadline – June 15  

Are you interested in pursuing a career in architecture but not sure where to start? The RAIC Syllabus Program offers an accessible, apprenticeship-oriented pathway to earning a Diploma in Architecture. Everyone is welcome to apply!  Whether you're starting from scratch or already have experience, this program adapts to your pace and schedule. Applicants must submit a design portfolio, letters of reference, and a 500-word essay detailing their passion for architecture by June 15, 2025, to start in Term 2 this Fall.

Apply now
 
Bring Architecture to Young Readers - Sponsor a Book Today!

The RAIC Edmonton Network has partnered with the Edmonton Public Library for the Architecture for Young Readers project—an initiative to build a vibrant collection of architecture books for children, adolescents, and teens. Sponsor a book for just $30 until June 30. Each sponsored book will feature a personalized bookplate recognizing your support—whether as an individual or a firm. For every book sponsored, RAIC will match your contribution one-for-one, doubling your impact. Sponsorships are open to individuals and firms nationwide.

Sponsor a book today
 
Turn up your workout with GoodLife Fitness! 

As an RAIC member, you have access to exclusive savings through the GoodLife Fitness Corporate Membership program. 

Join between May 1 and June 15, 2025 and you’ll be automatically entered for a chance to win 1 of 3 Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds, valued at $379.00. 

Support your well-being, boost your energy, and elevate your workouts with premium sound. To get started, email us at membership@raic.org  to receive your unique member access code. 

Check out this special offer
 
 
AFFILIATE NEWS
 

UIA CALL FOR NOMINATIONS

RAIC members are invited to submit nominations for the UIA Gold Medal and the six UIA Prizes. The winners will be announced during the UIA World Congress of Architects in Barcelona, Spain, in 2026.
 
All nominations are to be submitted via email at: awards-prix@raic.org
 
The deadline to submit nominations to the RAIC is September 11, 2025, 8:00pm Eastern Time.
 
For information regarding the UIA Gold Medal, UIA Prizes and eligibility, please click here.
 

 
Call for Volunteers: FPAA Thematic Advisories
 
The Pan American Federation of Architects' Associations (FPAA) is inviting volunteer representatives from national sections to join five new thematic advisories. These dynamic spaces will foster dialogue, collective thinking, and proactive action, engaging architects across the continent. Deadline to submit your interest is June 15, 2025.

Learn more. 

 

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