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Awards

The OAA Awards runs on a two-year cycle. It includes the Design Excellence Awards, Best Emerging Practice, and career achievement awards (like the Lifetime Design Achievement and the Medal of Service) in even years (2024, 2026, etc.) alternating with SHIFT Challenge program in odd years. (2025, 2027 etc.) 

The 2026 OAA Awards Call for Entries will be launched in October 2025. Stay tuned!

 

2026 OAA Awards

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OAA Award Categories

The Awards highlights the best in architectural design, thinking and innovation by Ontario architects and Licensed Technologists. The OAA Awards program offers Ontario architects, Licensed Technologists, students and interns an opportunity to showcase their best work and recognize their peers. Click on the link below to see more information on all of the Award categories. The 2026 OAA Awards Call for Entries will be launched in fall 2025. 

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SHIFT Challenge

The SHIFT Architecture Challenge is an aspirational, biennial Ontario Association of Architects program created to highlight the distinct contribution that the architecture profession and architectural thinking bring to addressing key societal issues.

The theme for the SHIFT2025 Challenge was Reshaping Communities and asked the profession to explore how we can develop sustainable solutions that address the challenges posed by climate change and social shifts. The SHIFT 2025  Awards jury determined the winning selections for SHIFT 2025.
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SHIFT2025 Selections
The OAA announced the six selections for the SHIFT2025 Challenge, which focused on the theme of "Reshaping Communities." Congratulations to the winners! The teams behind the projects were celebrated at the SHIFT Challenge Celebration and are featured on the SHIFT Challenge Website and the SHIFT 2025 Book.
OAA Awards - Gallery of Winners

OAA Awards Gallery of Winners

Search here to find past and current OAA Awards and SHIFT winning projects and recipients. 

References

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OAA Contract Suite

Did you know the OAA offers free contracts for its members and the general public? These downloadable standardized contracts make it easier for all to enter into fair, balanced business relationships.

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Events Calendar

Check out our events calendar for a wide array of online and in-person events. Also submit an event using our online form.

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