Established in 1976, the Canadian Architectural Certification Board (CACB) proudly marks 50 years as Canada’s national, independent non-profit organization for architectural education certification. As the sole organization recognized by the architectural profession, CACB assesses the academic qualifications of architecture graduates and, since 1991, has accredited professional degree programs at Canadian universities.

Its mandate has expanded over time to include certifying the qualifications of broadly experienced foreign architects (since 2012), contributing to national and international research related to architectural accreditation and academic certification (since 2010), and assessing educational credentials (ECAs) for architects seeking to immigrate to Canada (since 2024).

This milestone reflects five decades of commitment to maintaining rigorous national standards, advancing the integrity of the profession, and supporting pathways to licensure for both Canadian and internationally trained architects.

The Canadian Architectural Certification Board (CACB) is saddened to share the news of the passing of Branko Kolarevic. He passed away on January 29, surrounded by his family.

Dr. Kolarevic served as a CACB Director from 2011 to 2014 and, in the final year of his term, as President of the CACB Board (2013–2014), during his tenure as a Professor at the University of Calgary. His contributions to the CACB and architectural education will be remembered with respect and appreciation.

The CACB extends its sincere condolences to his family, colleagues, students, and all who had the privilege of knowing and working with him.

In lieu of flowers, his family has suggested that those wishing to honour his legacy may consider making a donation to the Legacy Scholarship Branko Kolarevic.

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