Using the RAIC abbreviation after your name signifies your connection to the national community of architecture professionals who are shaping the future of the built environment in Canada. It demonstrates your commitment to excellence, collaboration, and the advancement of architectural practice.
Members can include the RAIC abbreviation in email signatures, business cards, websites, marketing materials, and social media—anywhere they wish to highlight their involvement in Canada’s leading architectural institute.
The abbreviation identifies you as part of a broad network of professionals who share the RAIC’s mission to advocate for the profession, celebrate design excellence, and promote a more sustainable and equitable built environment.
MRAIC — Member of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada
For members in good standing who belong to any one of the RAIC’s full membership categories, including architects, interns/intern architects, graduates, and educators. Includes retired and life members.
Example:
Jordan Sample, MRAIC
FRAIC — Fellow of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada
For members in good standing who have been named Fellows of the RAIC in recognition of outstanding contributions to the profession and to the Institute. Includes retired and life Fellows.
Example:
Priya Arden, FRAIC
Hon. MRAIC — Honorary Member of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada
For members in good standing who have been named Honorary Members of the RAIC in recognition of significant service to the profession or to the community at large, nationally or internationally.
Example:
Riley Chen, Hon. MRAIC
Hon. FRAIC — Honorary Fellow of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada
For members in good standing who have been named Honorary Fellows of the RAIC in recognition of international professional eminence or distinctive service to the profession or to the community at large, nationally or internationally.
Example:
Elena Brooks, Hon. FRAIC
Int’l Assoc. RAIC — International Associate Member.
For members in good standing who hold a valid architectural license (or equivalent) outside of Canada.
Example:
Noah Kato, Int’l Assoc. RAIC
Affiliates and Student Associates
These members can identify as Affiliates or Student Associates of the RAIC but may not use the abbreviation “RAIC” after their names.
Rules for Using the RAIC Abbreviation
The RAIC abbreviation identifies membership or fellowship status within the Institute. It does not indicate licensure, certification, or any regulatory standing.
Members must be in good standing to use RAIC abbreviations. If your membership expires, you are no longer permitted to use the abbreviation until your membership is reinstated.
Organizations or companies may not use the RAIC’s name, abbreviation, or logo unless a written agreement with the Institute grants permission.
To report misuse of the RAIC abbreviation, please contact the RAIC Membership Department at membership@raic.org.