Applicants under the Tri-National Mutual Recognition Agreement (Canada, the United States and Mexico)

As the first step in the process:

• Establish your eligibility under the mutual recognition agreement (MRA) as described on the Regulatory Associations of Architecture in Canada (ROAC) website. This will involve completing a variety of forms and supplying documentation as part the process.

Once you have been deemed eligible under the Tri-National MRA, your completed application to the MAA for registered membership must be attached with:

• A completed Declaration, confirming knowledge of local laws, conditions and practice requirements;
• Certificate/completion of eligibility for licensure (following completion of the first step); and
• An application fee of $367.50

Applicants will need to review the following documents:

• The Architects Act
• MAA By-Laws
• Code of Ethics
• Builders' Liens Act
• Manitoba Amendments to National Building Code of Canada
• Manitoba Amendments to National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings
• Manitoba Amendments to National Fire Code of Canada

Applicants will need to complete the following documents:

• Application for Registered Membership
• Declaration Form