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Architect2151

Star Member
Nov 18, 2011
101
2
Category........
Visa Office......
Buffalo
NOC Code......
2151
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
19-01-2012
IELTS Request
Sent With application
All architects ( applicants or already landed in Canada)
Please share your experiences here.

Application updates , skill required for job,
Available jobs ( but not limited to) etc.

Thanx in advance!
 

Architect2151

Star Member
Nov 18, 2011
101
2
Category........
Visa Office......
Buffalo
NOC Code......
2151
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
19-01-2012
IELTS Request
Sent With application
How is job market for immigrating architects?

How hard to get license?

What is the best place to settle in terms of job perspective?


Any inputs will be appreciated.
 
S

shibuya

Guest
Canadian employers have high demand for architects as plenty of Canadian employers have high demand for architects in the nation. Therefore architects all over the globe who are intending to have a wonderful future can look Canada as an option to work and have an amazing future in the country.

First of all, it is mandatory for architects working in countries like India (for instance) to know that a prosperous and ace future lies in front of them if they will consider working in a country like Canada. The kind of working conditions and salaries they get in their home country are far better than their home country. So, when the same amount of work gives you more salary, why not IMMIGRATE!

Salaries of Architects in Canada

One thing is for sure that the salary count is much higher than what you may get in your home country. As far as the salaries are concerned, different people get salaries in accordance with different experience and qualification that they have.

Statistics say that a senior project architect in Vancouver should top $100k. And the chances are that the amount of salary is likely to get higher if you are working with a larger company. As far as the interns are concerned, they also manage to make about 45-55k, a salary which can rise till $60-80k, depending upon the firm.

Qualifying Criteria

It is mandatory for the applicant to have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree from some recognized institution of architecture. In addition to that, it is essential to have cleared the examination for architect registration.
It is essential for the applicant to have decked with an experience of at least one year in the related field.
As far as the overall experience is concerned, a person must have experience of around 2-4 years.
Other factors also play a critical role. These are marital status and proficiency in the English language.

Scope of Architects

The industry is going miles and there is no denying to this fact that the scope is vast, not only in Canada, but in other countries too. And with an economy like Canada, a wonderful pay scale is decked with amazing state of the art facilities and working conditions that there is nothing left that one can ask for.

A Wonderful Future

You can rest ensure that a prosperous future is waiting for you and your family in Canada. Some of the best educational system and ace quality of life is geared with your entrance to a country like Canada.
 

Architect2151

Star Member
Nov 18, 2011
101
2
Category........
Visa Office......
Buffalo
NOC Code......
2151
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
19-01-2012
IELTS Request
Sent With application
Thank you shibuya.
It's wonderful information.
What is the best way to search job?
I mean we don't have Canadian
Education and license either.



+1 for you.
 

Ochena

Star Member
Oct 27, 2011
100
6
Category........
Visa Office......
Singapore
NOC Code......
0711
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
January, 2010
Doc's Request.
March, 2010
AOR Received.
In process from 30 March, 2012
IELTS Request
with initial application
File Transfer...
March, 2010
Med's Request
25th June, 2012
Interview........
waived
Salaries of Architects in Canada

One thing is for sure that the salary count is much higher than what you may get in your home country. As far as the salaries are concerned, different people get salaries in accordance with different experience and qualification that they have.

Statistics say that a senior project architect in Vancouver should top $100k. And the chances are that the amount of salary is likely to get higher if you are working with a larger company. As far as the interns are concerned, they also manage to make about 45-55k, a salary which can rise till $60-80k, depending upon the firm.

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Thanks for this informative post. Do the architects having bachelor degree from other countries get architectural jobs in Canada without registration? I mean is there any oppotunity to work as design assitants under registered architects? Please share..........
 

Architect2151

Star Member
Nov 18, 2011
101
2
Category........
Visa Office......
Buffalo
NOC Code......
2151
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
19-01-2012
IELTS Request
Sent With application
Licensing or credential evaluation info link
http://www.credentials.gc.ca/immigrants/factsheets/architect.asp
 

smart_roma

Star Member
Nov 29, 2011
55
2
Cairo, Egypt
Category........
Visa Office......
Cairo, Egypt - CPP Ottawa
NOC Code......
2151
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
14-12-2011
Nomination.....
No.
AOR Received.
PER: 16-02-2012
Med's Request
03-05-2012
Med's Done....
10-05-2012 "E-case updated 05-11-2012"
Passport Req..
10-12-2012 "RPRF Correct sent 17-12-2012"
VISA ISSUED...
13-01-2013 "PP's received 23-01-2013", corrections 03-02-2013
what are the essential drafting courses that are required to start the career in Canada as an architect or may be an architectural drafts man as a start??

also what's the most useful job searching website for the beginners in Canada, is there any one specialized in the architectural career??

thanks a million guys...
 

foruaks

Hero Member
May 10, 2011
216
4
Category........
Visa Office......
New Delhi Online
NOC Code......
2174
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
26-07-2013
AOR Received.
26-07-2013
Thanks Shibuya for such a wonderful quote. Just one question, you said that factors such as marital status impact. Can you brief out what exactly you mean by this?
 

foruaks

Hero Member
May 10, 2011
216
4
Category........
Visa Office......
New Delhi Online
NOC Code......
2174
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
26-07-2013
AOR Received.
26-07-2013
Thanks for giving a good insight on FSW for architects.

Just one question on this. Since Architect occupation for FSW ended this year, are there any fair chances of the occupation being listed next year? This is a very crucial for me as we are planning to apply next year and if there are any chances of the occupation getting listed for next year, I can appoint a lawyer now to work on my application (for which I have to pay - This if for FSW July 2012 application).

Any reply on this will be really helpful.

shibuya said:
Canadian employers have high demand for architects as plenty of Canadian employers have high demand for architects in the nation. Therefore architects all over the globe who are intending to have a wonderful future can look Canada as an option to work and have an amazing future in the country.

First of all, it is mandatory for architects working in countries like India (for instance) to know that a prosperous and ace future lies in front of them if they will consider working in a country like Canada. The kind of working conditions and salaries they get in their home country are far better than their home country. So, when the same amount of work gives you more salary, why not IMMIGRATE!

Salaries of Architects in Canada

One thing is for sure that the salary count is much higher than what you may get in your home country. As far as the salaries are concerned, different people get salaries in accordance with different experience and qualification that they have.

Statistics say that a senior project architect in Vancouver should top $100k. And the chances are that the amount of salary is likely to get higher if you are working with a larger company. As far as the interns are concerned, they also manage to make about 45-55k, a salary which can rise till $60-80k, depending upon the firm.

Qualifying Criteria

It is mandatory for the applicant to have a minimum of a bachelor's degree from some recognized institution of architecture. In addition to that, it is essential to have cleared the examination for architect registration.
It is essential for the applicant to have decked with an experience of at least one year in the related field.
As far as the overall experience is concerned, a person must have experience of around 2-4 years.
Other factors also play a critical role. These are marital status and proficiency in the English language.

Scope of Architects

The industry is going miles and there is no denying to this fact that the scope is vast, not only in Canada, but in other countries too. And with an economy like Canada, a wonderful pay scale is decked with amazing state of the art facilities and working conditions that there is nothing left that one can ask for.

A Wonderful Future

You can rest ensure that a prosperous future is waiting for you and your family in Canada. Some of the best educational system and ace quality of life is geared with your entrance to a country like Canada.
 

Gussj

Hero Member
Feb 18, 2012
450
5
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
You have to wait for June that's when the new occupations are listed.
Have your application ready by June, and send it once the occupation is open.
And there is no need to appoint a lawyer. You can do it yourself online.
Just follow the instructions step by step. They are very clear and straight forward.
Hope this helps
Guss
 

smart_roma

Star Member
Nov 29, 2011
55
2
Cairo, Egypt
Category........
Visa Office......
Cairo, Egypt - CPP Ottawa
NOC Code......
2151
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
14-12-2011
Nomination.....
No.
AOR Received.
PER: 16-02-2012
Med's Request
03-05-2012
Med's Done....
10-05-2012 "E-case updated 05-11-2012"
Passport Req..
10-12-2012 "RPRF Correct sent 17-12-2012"
VISA ISSUED...
13-01-2013 "PP's received 23-01-2013", corrections 03-02-2013
smart_roma said:
what are the essential drafting courses that are required to start the career in Canada as an architect or may be an architectural drafts man as a start??

also what's the most useful job searching website for the beginners in Canada, is there any one specialized in the architectural career??

thanks a million guys...
 

visvandev

Newbie
Apr 18, 2012
2
0
Hi friends,
I applied for FSW noc 2151 (architect) and my application reached on Dec 29 2011
Before the cap got reached.Till now I didn't receive any mail from cic.Can anyone suggest me to ,how to trace my application status .
Any advices are highly appreciated.
Visvandev
 

smart_roma

Star Member
Nov 29, 2011
55
2
Cairo, Egypt
Category........
Visa Office......
Cairo, Egypt - CPP Ottawa
NOC Code......
2151
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
14-12-2011
Nomination.....
No.
AOR Received.
PER: 16-02-2012
Med's Request
03-05-2012
Med's Done....
10-05-2012 "E-case updated 05-11-2012"
Passport Req..
10-12-2012 "RPRF Correct sent 17-12-2012"
VISA ISSUED...
13-01-2013 "PP's received 23-01-2013", corrections 03-02-2013
visvandev said:
Hi friends,
I applied for FSW noc 2151 (architect) and my application reached on Dec 29 2011
Before the cap got reached.Till now I didn't receive any mail from cic.Can anyone suggest me to ,how to trace my application status .
Any advices are highly appreciated.
Visvandev

you have to check your bank or your visa payment, if they have withdrawn the payment then you are in.... if not, then you r probably have to wait for your paper..
 

ekarus

Hero Member
Apr 21, 2012
542
35
Toronto ON Canada
Category........
Visa Office......
Singapore
NOC Code......
2151
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
March 2011
Doc's Request.
Along with application
AOR Received.
April 2011
IELTS Request
Along with application
File Transfer...
May 2011. 'IN PROCESS' from 10 March'14
Med's Request
29 April 2014
Med's Done....
04 May 2014
Interview........
Waived
Passport Req..
29 April 2014...submitted on 18 May 2014
VISA ISSUED...
12 June 2014...passport received 23rd July 2014
LANDED..........
17 September 2014
Gussj said:
You have to wait for June that's when the new occupations are listed.
Have your application ready by June, and send it once the occupation is open.
And there is no need to appoint a lawyer. You can do it yourself online.
Just follow the instructions step by step. They are very clear and straight forward.
Hope this helps
Guss
My file was received by VO on 10 March 2011 just 2 weeks before yours. but my status is still RBVO. No updates still now. I'm so frustrated. What to do? Please suggest.