Using an RAIC abbreviation after your name identifies you as part of Canada’s national community of architecture professionals.
Eligible members may use recognized abbreviations such as MRAIC or FRAIC to demonstrate professional engagement, leadership, and connection to the advancement of architecture and the built environment in Canada.
RAIC abbreviation may be used in email signatures, business cards, websites, proposals, marketing materials, biographies, and social media profiles.
MRAIC — Member of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada
Available to members in good standing within eligible full membership categories, including architects, interns/intern architects, graduates, educators, retired members, and life members.
Example:
Jordan Sample, MRAIC
FRAIC — Fellow of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada
Granted to members recognized for outstanding contributions to the profession and to the RAIC.
Example:
Priya Arden, FRAIC
Hon. MRAIC — Honorary Member of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada
Awarded to individuals recognized for significant service to the profession or to the broader community, nationally or internationally.
Example:
Riley Chen, Hon. MRAIC
Hon. FRAIC — Honorary Fellow of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada
Awarded to individuals recognized for international professional distinction or exceptional service to the profession or community.
Example:
Elena Brooks, Hon. FRAIC
Int’l Assoc. RAIC — International Associate Member.
Available to members in good standing who hold a valid architectural licence or equivalent credential outside of Canada.
Example:
Noah Kato, Int’l Assoc. RAIC
Affiliates and Student Associates
Affiliate and Student Associate members may identify themselves as Affiliates or Student Associates of the RAIC but may not use the abbreviation “RAIC” after their names.
Important Usage Guidelines
RAIC abbreviations identify membership or fellowship status within the Institute. They do not indicate professional licensure, certification, or regulatory authority.
Members must remain in good standing to use RAIC abbreviations. If membership lapses, the abbreviation may no longer be used until membership is reinstated.
Organizations and companies may not use the RAIC name, abbreviation, or logo unless permission has been granted through a written agreement with the Institute.
To report misuse of an RAIC abbreviation, please contact the RAIC Membership Department at membership@raic.org.