Building on Your
Foundation of Knowledge

The Broadly Experienced Foreign Architect (BEFA) Program is a pathway to licensure for foreign licensed architects.

The Program assesses broadly based experience of foreign architects against the Canadian Standard of Competency for Architects.

BEFA Certification Process

Eligibility

The eligibility process is the first step in obtaining BEFA certification.

Demonstration of Competency

The demonstration of competency process is the second step in obtaining BEFA certification.

Interview

The interview process is the last step in obtaining BEFA certification.