The Northwest Territories Association of Architects regulates the profession of architecture in the interest of the public.

All persons providing or advertising architectural services are required to be registered and permitted to practice by the NWTAA, which establishes and upholds the standards of practice for all architects in the Northwest Territories. In addition, the firm that a person is employed by must also be registered.

News & Updates

25 Anniversary Fashion Show

August 18, 2026

As part of the 25th Anniversary there will be a fashion show. This is an opportunity to show off your amazing design skills by creating an outfit based on a northern building. Pick a charity you want your donations to go to and unleash your creative side! Review the Terms of Reference and complete an application today.

NWTAA Office Closure

July 14, 2026

The NWTAA office will be closed from Friday July 17th to Monday August 10th. Email and phone messages will be returned once staff are back in the office.

Countinuing Education Deadline is June 30th.

June 17, 2026

The current continuing education cycle ends on June 30th. Don't forget to log your hours in your ConEd Worksheet on OneDrive. The mandatory Indigenous Training Program also has a deadline of June 30th for most members. Late fees will be charged for all submissions received after June 30th.

Where Community Thrives

June 12, 2026

The ConEd Committee has organized an event for June 24th.

To attend in-person use the ticket link below:

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/where-community-thrives-tickets-1991615171591?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

You can also attend via Zoom. To purchase those tickets, email or phone me directly.

Event: Where Community Thrives: Indigenous and Inuit lead projects that strengthen communities

Location: St. Patrick High School, Yellowknife - main lobby (and also streamed online via zoom)

Cost: $100 ($50 for non architect members) + Eventbrite fees

Date: Wednesday June 24th 5:30 Pm to 7:30 PM