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Canadian Architectural Practices Benchmark Report
The <strong>Canadian Architectural Practices Benchmark Report (2023 edition)</strong> provides comprehensive data on the current standards for compensation, billings, and other key indicators among Canadian architectural practices.
NMS
NBS Chorus Platform
The leading construction specification platform used on projects in over 100 countries worldwide.
CCDC
CCDC 5B – 2025 : English version in Electronic format
CCDC5B – 2025: Construction Management Contract for Services and Construction (Electronic Copy) Construction Management Contract- For Services and Construction Standard contract between Owner and Construction Manager to provide advisory services during the pre-construction phase and perform the required Work during the construction phase. At the outset, the Work is performed…
CCDC
CCDC 5A – 2025 : English version in Electronic format
CCDC 5A – 2025: Construction Management Contract – For Services (Electronic Version) Standard contract between Owner and Construction Manager for which the Work is to be performed by Trade Contractors. The Construction Manager acts as a limited agent of the Owner providing advisory services and administering and overseeing the contracts…
CCDC, Guides
CCDC 48 – 2002 : English version in Electronic format
CCDC 48 – 2002 A Guide to the Use of CCDC 18 – 2001 (Electronic version) A guide document designed to assist users of CCDC 18 – 2001 Civil Works Contract Please note you will receive an email with the code and special download instructions within 48 hours of purchase….
CCDC
CCDC 30G – 2025 : English Version in Hard Copy Format
CCDC 30-G – 2025 Guide to the CCDC 30 Integrated Project Delivery Contract (Hard Copy) A guide document designed to assist users of CCDC 30 – 2025 Please note that for shipments, we utilize Canada Post’s standard mail service, and we cannot be held liable for any lost shipments. Please…
CCDC
CCDC 30 – 2025 : English Authorization Seals
CCDC 30 – 2025 Integrated Project Delivery Contract – SEALS ONLY for English Version Please note that for shipments, we utilize Canada Post’s standard mail service, and we cannot be held liable for any lost shipments. Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery. If you have an urgent request or require a…
CCDC
CCDC 17 – 2025: English version in Electronic Format
CCDC 17 – 2025 Stipulated Price Contract for Trade Contractors on Construction Management Projects (Electronic Copy) Standard contract form between Owner and Trade Contractor to perform the Work for a single, pre-determined fixed price, regardless of the Trade Contractor’s actual costs. It is specifically for use where the project is performed…
Truth and Reconciliation
Video Resources on Truth and Reconciliation
Justice Murray Sinclair on Reconciliation National Film Board of Canada’s collection of Indigenous-made films Acknowledgment by Jonathan Elliot Canadian History and the Indigenous School System Residential Schools in Canada : A Timeline Reflections with Jonathan Elliott (An Awakenings short film) A Portrait in Red by Alexandra Lazarowich (An Awakenings short…
Climate Action
RAIC Podcast on Architecture: Climate Action Edition
This season of the RAIC Podcast on Architecture is part of a series of activities and events leading up to the 2021 RAIC Congress on Architecture. Held on October 4, 2021 —World Architecture Day — the inaugural Congress will address Climate Action and Architecture in Canada.
Climate Action
RAIC Climate Action Plan
The RAIC Climate Action Plan offers a profession-wide framework to help accelerate the transition to low-carbon, resilient, and regenerative development and design. It reflects the extraordinary challenges and opportunities of our time—and calls on architects to lead a new era of climate-responsive, socially just, and future-focused practice.
Climate Action
Event Summary of Taking Action: A Conversation on Climate Action and Architecture in Canada
Taking Action: A Conversation on Climate Action and Architecture in Canada was presented virtually by the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC) on Monday, October 5, 2020, in celebration of World Architecture Day 2020. The event was the first in a series of activities for the Congress on Architecture: Climate…
Becoming an Architect
Acquiring Experience in Architecture
To facilitate the transition between formal education and architectural registration/licensure – an internship process was put in place, the Internship in Architecture Program (IAP). This program ensures that the Intern or Intern Architect gains enough experience to meet generally recognized standards of practical skill and practise architecture in a way…
Architectural Competitions
Choosing an Architect
A successful construction project fulfils your desires as the client, meets the needs of the users, and contributes to the general well-being of the environment. Such a project is the result of an effective working relationship between you and your architect. Architects are trained to help you realize your objectives and guide…
Advocacy, Long-Term Care Design
Websites and Online Databases on Long-Term Care Design
Age-Friendly Communities Government of Canada Informational page containing details about age-friendly communities within Canada including their history, provincial initiatives, and ways they can be implemented to promote healthy and active lifestyles for seniors.
Long-Term Care Design
Standards and Codes on Long-Term Care Design
Canada Long Term Care Services Standard Health Standards Organization This standard provides LTC home teams, leaders, and governing bodies with criteria and guidelines for delivering resident-centred, high-quality care, enabled by a healthy and competent workforce. BC Building Accessibility Handbook 2020 BC Office of Housing and Construction Standards Handbook outlining accessible building standards and best…
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