Canadian Architecture Students Association

The objective of CASA-ACEA is to direct, co-ordinate and promote the affairs of the students of the accredited schools of architecture in Canada for the academic and social benefit of the national student body of architecture students. To act as a liaison between the student bodies of the member institutions and to be the official voice of architecture students for the following professional organizations, but not limited to: CCUSA, CACB, and RAIC. We also have the objective to provide support, information and resources to enhance and enrich the academic experience of students of architecture nation wide. To promote a critical discourse on architecture for the benefit of the national student body of architecture students and for the architecture community at large. To promote and increase awareness of the local and national activities of the students of architecture across Canada to the public. To manage the designated CASA-ACEA fees and any funds raised by or donated to CASA-ACEA for the benefit of the national student body as a whole.

Our Past Projects:

Ignition 2006-2008

Ignition was an event planned by CASA. It was designed to represent the interests and goals which were inherent within the organization. The project was there to contribute and promote the culture and craft of architecture within the context of the 10 Canadian Schools of Architecture. It brought geographically remote locations into intimate contact with each other, and fostered an interest and associative camaraderie amidst the participant schools and students. Participants designed an artifact to be constructed at each of the ten schools, which subsequently were presented in an exhibition running parallel to the annual RAIC Festival of Architecture. The project attempted to engage many levels of involvement between students, academics, professionals, manufacturers, builders, etc. The work which resulted provided a forum, which drew attention to student activity and provided a natural venue for mutual discussion.

Grad Book 2006

This publication offered a comprehensive overview of all 10 accredited schools of architecture in Canada. It taught students about specific programs offered, including professional and post professional degrees. Dedicated chapters from each school provided information from their respective schools such as: academic philosophy, curriculum, faculty specialization, student work, and research innovation. The published results from a nation wide survey of students in the year of 2006; provided a unique perspective into school culture and lifestyle.