How to Become a Landscape Architect in Alberta
Do you need a licence?
Title protected
Registration is needed to use the title Landscape Architect in Alberta. The work itself does not need a licence.
- Protected titles
- Landscape Architect
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“This means that to call yourself a Landscape Architect, you must register as a member of the Alberta Association of Landscape Architects (AALA) .”
From alis.alberta.ca/occinfo/certifications-in-alberta/landscape-architect, checked October 10, 2026.
At a glance
- Licence status
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- Routes
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- Trained in Canada: 6 steps
- Licensed in another province: 3 steps
- Trained outside Canada: 5 steps
- Annual fees
- Not stated by the regulator Check with AALA
Your roadmap
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Trained in Canada
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Everyone who wants to become a Landscape Architect in Alberta and is not already licensed elsewhere starts by applying to the Pre-program as an Associate-R.
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Applicants who hold an accredited degree are invited to apply as an Intern (Associate I).
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“If you hold an accredited degree, you will be invited to apply as an Intern (Associate I);”
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As an Associate member, complete the AALA Internship Program to obtain the required supervised work experience.
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“The AALA Internship Program provides Associate Members of the AALA with the required work experience to become Registered Landscape Architects.”
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While an Intern, write the Landscape Architect Registration Examination administered by CLARB.
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“Are in the process of obtaining their Supervised Professional Practice Hours, and writing their LARE Exams”
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After holding a recognized degree and successfully completing the AALA Internship Program as endorsed by your advisor, apply for Full Membership.
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“Hold a degree in Landscape Architecture from a recognized CSLA program *and, have successfully completed the AALA Internship Program as endorsed by your advisor.*”
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Eligible applicants receive a final review by the Jurisprudence Review Panel, which meets quarterly in Edmonton or Calgary.
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“The Registration Oversight Committee refers Landscape Architects to the Jurisprudence Review Panel (Jury) which meets quarterly in either Edmonton or Calgary to do final reviews of those eligible for Licensure.”
aala.ab.ca/registration-committee
Listed fees for this route
No one-time fees listed by the regulator for these steps Check with AALA
6 steps without a listed fee, so the total may not be the full cost.
Licensed in another province
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- 3 steps without a listed fee
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Landscape architects already registered in another Canadian province apply for Full Membership with the AALA under a reciprocity class.
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“Are a Full Member in good standing of another Association of Landscape Architects *(Reciprocity Class 2)*”
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Applicants must be endorsed by two landscape architects, one of whom has been an AALA member for at least five years.
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“Can be endorsed by two landscape architects, one of whom has been a member of the AALA for a minimum of five (5) years”
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“have completed all four parts of the LARE *and,* have 3,600 hours of practical experience in the practice of landscape architecture under the supervision of a Landscape Architect-within the five (5) years immediately preceding the application.”
aala.ab.ca/membership
Listed fees for this route
No one-time fees listed by the regulator for these steps Check with AALA
3 steps without a listed fee, so the total may not be the full cost.
Trained outside Canada
0 of 5 done
- 5 steps without a listed fee
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Internationally educated applicants who are not already licensed elsewhere start by applying to the Pre-program as an Associate-R.
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“Anyone that wants to be a Landscape Architect in Alberta (who is not already an LA elsewhere) will start as an Associate.”
aala.ab.ca/membership -
Applicants holding a degree from a recognized CSLA, ASLA or Landscape Institute program are invited to apply as an Intern (Associate I).
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“Hold a degree in Landscape Architecture from a recognized CSLA, ASLA, Landscape Institute program, or Have successfully completed the Pre-Internship Process.”
aala.ab.ca/membership -
Complete the AALA Internship Program to obtain the required supervised work experience.
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“The AALA Internship Program provides Associate Members of the AALA with the required work experience to become Registered Landscape Architects.”
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Write the Landscape Architect Registration Examination administered by CLARB.
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“Are in the process of obtaining their Supervised Professional Practice Hours, and writing their LARE Exams”
aala.ab.ca/membership -
After completing the internship and exams, apply for Full Membership as a Landscape Architect.
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“Hold a degree in Landscape Architecture from a recognized CSLA program *and, have successfully completed the AALA Internship Program as endorsed by your advisor.*”
aala.ab.ca/membership
Listed fees for this route
No one-time fees listed by the regulator for these steps Check with AALA
5 steps without a listed fee, so the total may not be the full cost.
Requirements
Education
To register as a landscape architect in Alberta, you need an accredited degree in landscape architecture.
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“To register as a landscape architect in Alberta, you need: - An accredited degree in landscape architecture”
alis.alberta.ca/occinfo/certifications-in-alberta/landscape-architect
Experience
You need at least 3 years of experience under the supervision of a landscape architect within the previous 5 years.
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“At least 3 years of experience under the supervision of a landscape architect within the previous 5 years”
alis.alberta.ca/occinfo/certifications-in-alberta/landscape-architect
Other
Applicants must be endorsed by two landscape architects, one of whom has been an AALA member for at least five years.
Source
“Can be endorsed by two landscape architects, one of whom has been a member of the AALA for a minimum of five (5) years”
aala.ab.ca/membership
Already licensed in another province?
Extra steps
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“Are a Full Member in good standing of another Association of Landscape Architects *(Reciprocity Class 2)* *and,* have completed all four parts of the LARE”
aala.ab.ca/membership
Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with AALA
Credential assessment
Not stated by the regulator Check with AALA
Exams
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Landscape Architect Registration Examination (L.A.R.E.)
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“CLARB prepares, administers and scores the Landscape Architect Registration Examination (L.A.R.E.) which assesses the ability of prospective licensees to protect the public’s health, safety and welfare.”
aala.ab.ca/becoming-a-landscape-architect
Language tests
Not stated by the regulator Check with AALA
Canadian experience
Not stated by the regulator Check with AALA
Supervised practice
Required
Demand and pay
| Where | Low | Median | High | Outlook |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alberta | $31.98 | $46.87 | $67.75 | Moderate (3 of 5) |
| Canada | $22.53 | $40.87 | $82.05 | — |
Landscape architects in other provinces and territories
- British Columbia Title protected
- Saskatchewan Not confirmed yet
- Manitoba Not confirmed yet
- Ontario Licence required
- Quebec Not confirmed yet
- New Brunswick Not confirmed yet
- Nova Scotia Not confirmed yet
- Prince Edward Island Not confirmed yet
- Newfoundland and Labrador Not confirmed yet
- Yukon Not confirmed yet
- Northwest Territories Not confirmed yet
- Nunavut Not confirmed yet
Sources checked
- Landscape Architect: Certifications in Alberta - alis alis.alberta.ca/occinfo/certifications-in-alberta/landscape-architect · fetched October 10, 2026
- Membership Types | AALA aala.ab.ca/membership · fetched October 10, 2026
- Becoming a Landscape Architect | AALA aala.ab.ca/becoming-a-landscape-architect · fetched October 10, 2026
- Registration Committee | AALA aala.ab.ca/registration-committee · fetched October 10, 2026
Frequently asked questions
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Do you need a licence to work as a landscape architect in Alberta?
No. Only the title is protected in Alberta. Registration with the Alberta Association of Landscape Architects is needed to use the title Landscape Architect.
Which exams are required?
Landscape Architect Registration Examination (L.A.R.E.).
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