Op-Ed: New Agreements Between Canada and the EU Provide Canadian Architects New Business Opportunities

The article discusses the new Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRAs) between Canada and the EU, which offer Canadian architects new opportunities to expand their business in Europe. These agreements simplify the registration process for architects, eliminating redundant exams and credential reviews, thus opening a €2-trillion construction market. With the increasing political instability in the United States, Canadian architects are encouraged to look towards Europe to expand their services and expertise. With Canadian strengths in modular and sustainable building practices, the architects can align with European construction goals.

L'article traite des nouveaux Accords de Reconnaissance Mutuelle entre le Canada et l'UE, créant des opportunités pour les architectes canadiens d'élargir leur activité en Europe. Ces accords simplifient l'enregistrement des architectes, éliminant les examens redondants et augmentant l'accès à un marché de la construction de 2 000 milliards d'euros. Face à l'instabilité politique croissante aux États-Unis, les architectes canadiens sont encouragés à se tourner vers l'Europe pour développer leurs services.