Fees
The costs associated with certification and licensing are listed below. Not included are other costs that you may incur, including translation of documents, travel to interviews (if they are required), or accommodation while taking the Admission Course. If you require English-language courses, this could be an additional cost.
The fees change each year; before you submit payment please contact the OAA for up-to-date figures. All goods and services in Canada are subject to federal tax and are included in the cost where indicated.
Canadian Architectural Certification Board Fees
| CACB Application | $1,102.50 |
| The CACB Assessment Committee will review your documents and determine whether your education is equivalent to the Canadian education standard. | |
| Intern Architect | $152.25 |
| Canadian Handbook of Practice (CHOP) | $315 |
| Note: Canadian funds including GST. |
OAA Licensing Fees
| Application Fee for Licence | $288.75 |
| Admission Course | $567 |
| Annual Licence Fee | $798 |
| Seal (depending on type) | $33.60, $56.70, $78.75 |
| On referral of an Application Licence to the Experience Requirements Committee | $262.50 |
| Note: Canadian funds including GST. Non-refundable. Shipping costs may apply. |
Architect Registration Examination Fees
| Pre-design | US$ 102.00 |
| General Structures | US$ 102.00 |
| Lateral Forces | US$ 102.00 |
| Mechanical and Electrical Systems | US$ 102.00 |
| Building Design/Materials and Methods | US$ 102.00 |
| Construction Documents and Services | US$ 102.00 |
| Site Planning | US$ 153.00 |
| Building Planning | US$ 153.00 |
| Building Technology | US$ 153.00 |
| Note: The ARE fees are subject
to change. Contact NCARB before submitting payment. The ARE fees are payable in US dollars. Canadian applicants must pay the exchange rate plus 5% GST. Test fees cannot be refunded once an appointment to write an exam has been set. |
OAA Certificate of Practice Fees
| Application for Certificate of Practice | $262.50 |
| Annual Certificate of Practice (1 architect) | $409.50 |
| Annual Certificate of Practice (2 - 4 architects) | $661.50 |
| Annual Certificate of Practice (5 - 10 architects) | $1,359.75 |
| Annual Certificate of Practice (11+ architects) | $3,491.75 |
| Note: Canadian funds including GST, plus the annual fee. |