public and the profession deserve it.” The OAA regulates the practice of architecture in the province, protecting the public interest. This includes licensing architects and licensed technologists, establishing and enforcing standards for professional practice and ensuring ongoing education for the profession. Wilson’s primary goals are fulfilling the OAA’s current Strategic Plan, continuing work to modernize the Architects Act , supporting interns on the path to licensure and strengthening relations with the 14 Local Architectural Societies across Ontario. Wilson has always been deeply passionate about architecture and the community that surrounds the profession. A graduate of the University of Waterloo, his dream of becoming an architect dates back to childhood, inspired by seeing the design work of his friend’s father. “The two lenses of the OAA’s Strategic Plan — Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and Climate Action — go so well together,” he says. “I am mindful of the need to be respectful of others, to care for others. If we are mindful in this way, we become mindful of the world of which we are an inextricable part. Care for each other, care for the natural environment. I call this environmental integrity.” During his term as president, Wilson will continue his teaching work at MSoA. In leading the Council for 2025, he replaces Settimo Vilardi, who had completed two one- year terms and has now assumed the role of immediate past president.
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