Celebrating Cross-Border Collaboration in Architecture

On June 18th, Alison Brooks attended a celebration of the recently signed Mutual Recognition Agreement for architecture between Canada and the UK.

The evening featured a speech by HE Ralph Goodale, Canada’s High Commissioner in the UK, celebrating cooperation between the UK and Canada – not to mention a strong showing from the expat architecture community and even some poutine, to top it all off. Hosted at the High Commission of Canada in the United Kingdom, Alison attended alongside fellow Canadian-in-London, Jamie Fobert.

This landmark agreement establishes mutual recognition between British Architects Registration Board-accredited qualifications and the Canadian Architectural Certification Board (CACB), through the Regulatory Organizations of Architecture in Canada (ROAC).

A little early for Canada Day on July 1st, but a memorable moment for architectural exchange and shared professional values.

Photography by High Commission of Canada in the UK / Alison Brooks.