Job Trends for Architect in Canada

Are you an Architect overseas and willing to settle in other countries with all benefits along with permanent residency?

Here is the favorable news! Canada is welcoming individuals with architectural skills.

Canada, the land with immeasurable opportunities stands with open arms welcoming those seeking foreign nations. It strongly believes "Diversity is Strength".

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If you’re thinking about relocating, a new job might be the first thing on your mind, so let's explore the Job Trends for Architects in Canada. Job Trends for Architects in Canada - NOC 2151

Architects in Canada need to plan and develop new and unique concepts and designs to construct and renovate commercial, institutional and residential buildings. They are employed by architectural firms, private corporations, and governments, or they may be self-employed.

Roles and responsibilities of an Architect in Canada

An Architect in Canada need to perform the following duties

• Consult and discuss with clients to determine the type, style and reason of renovations or new building construction
• Design new concepts and develop new ideas and strategies for design specifications, building materials, costs and construction schedules
• Prepare and plan sketches and models for clients
• Prepare or supervise the preparation of drawings, specifications and other construction documents for use by contractors and tradespersons
• Plan and prepare bidding documents, participate in contract negotiations and award construction contracts
• Ensuring compliance with specifications planned in construction sites
• Conduct probability studies and financial analyses of building projects
• Architects may specialize in a particular type of construction such as residential, commercial, industrial or institutional.

Job titles for Architect in Canada

• Architect
• Industrial And Commercial Buildings Architect
• Residential Architect
• Architectural Standards Specialist
• Chief Architect
• Consulting Architect

Prevailing wages for an Architect in Canada

Architect Jobs in Canada are often better paid than other countries. The wages for an Architect in Canada differs in each province. The median wages of an Architect in Canada is 35.58 $ per hour. Below table represents the low, median, and high wages of an architect in each province and territory in Canada.

Community/Area	Wages ($/hour)
	Low	Median	High
Canada	23.08	35.58	60.1
Alberta	26.44	42.84	71.11
British Columbia	24.04	33.65	53.42
Manitoba	22.5	37.5	61.54
New Brunswick	17	35	75.38
Nova Scotia	17	35	75.38
Ontario	20.14	35.9	63.46
Quebec	24.04	35	57.69

Architect job opportunities for the coming years in Canada

For Architects in Canada, there are many job openings  for both experienced and new job seekers over the period 2019-2028. The job opportunities for an Architect in Canada  are always on positive edge, because Canada is a construction-driven economic boom country.

Location	Job prospects
Alberta	Fair
British Columbia	Fair
Manitoba	Good
New Brunswick	Undetermined
Newfoundland and Labrador	Undetermined
Northwest Territories	Undetermined
Nova Scotia	Fair
Nunavut	Undetermined
Ontario	Good
Prince Edward Island	Undetermined
Quebec	Good
Saskatchewan	Good
Yukon Territory	Undetermined

Eligibility criteria for an Architect in Canada

To get qualified, the Architect should meet the following pre-requisites:

• Bachelor’s accredited school of architecture or Completion of the syllabus of studies from the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC) is required. A master's degree in architecture may be required.
• Completion of a three-year internship under the supervision of a registered architect is required.
• Completion of the architect registration examination is required.
• Registration with the provincial association of architects in the province of work is required.
• Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification is offered by the Canada Green Building Council and may be required by some employers.

Professional certification and licensing

As an Architect you need to get a certification from a regulatory authority before you start working. Below is the list of  regulations for each province or territory.

Location	Job title	Regulation	Regulatory body
Alberta	Architect	Regulated	Alberta Association of Architects
British Columbia	Architect	Regulated	Architectural Institute of British Columbia
Manitoba	Architect	Regulated	Manitoba Association of Architects
New Brunswick	Architect	Regulated	Architects' Association of New Brunswick
Newfoundland and Labrador	Architect	Regulated	Architects Licensing Board of Newfoundland & Labrador
Northwest Territories	Architect	Regulated	Northwest Territories Association of Architects
Nova Scotia	Architect	Regulated	Nova Scotia Association of Architects
Ontario	Architect	Regulated	Ontario Association of Architects
Prince Edward Island	Architect	Regulated	Architects Association of Prince Edward Island
Québec	Architect	Regulated	Ordre des architectes du Québec
Saskatchewan	Architect	Regulated	Saskatchewan Association of Architects

 How can I move to Canada as an Architect?

How can I move to Canada as an Architect?  is the first question that flashes in your mind. Of course there are various pathways through which Canada invites Architect.

Y-Axis presents you the step by step guide to follow in order to immigrate to Canada:

Step 1: Check your CRS Score

Y-Axis allows the migrants to check their CRS score through its instant Canada Skilled Immigration Points Calculator for free.

Check your eligibility right away.

Step 2: Check your Qualifications Accredited for Canada

To work and settle in Canada as an Architect, you need to have your educational qualifications (earned outside of Canada) accredited and ensure that it is recognized in Canada.

 Step 3: Immigration process

Next you can start with the immigration process by applying through the following pathways:

• Express Entry system
• Provincial Nominee Program
• QuebecSelected Workers Program
• Saskatchewan PNP
• Ontario PNP
• Manitoba PNP
• British Columbia PNPTech Pilot program
• Alberta PNP
• Nova Scotia PNP

Step 4: Apply for Architect position in Canada

It is not mandatory to have a job opportunity to move to Canada, but you having a job opportunity fastens your process. This is because a valid job offer increases your score by 50 and 200 PR points.