Corporate Real Estate Solutions
Professional Industry Networking Events
 Ongoing Academic Outreach and Support

Pronounced Răăh, established in 2004. Formerly known as the Ryerson Architectural Alumni Association, a not-for-profit volunteer association connecting architectural science alumni with industry and the school.

Self-Managed

Sold-out and at-capacity professional industry networking events sought after to this day

Top-Level Experts

We provide relevant industry expertise and honest advice; in 2011 considered the 'go-to' alumni group according to Ryerson University (now TMU) Alumni Relations

Volunteer Value

Equivalent value of $500,000 provided in time & professional expertise running RAAA events and supporting student groups and the school

Professional Industry Receptions

Architecture, engineering, real estate, interiors | Industry, alumni, students, faculty, staff

Dinner Panel Discussions

Presentation and management of VIP speakers

University-Student Relations

We provide our industry expertise and continued support to the Architecture Course Union (ACU), Department of Architectural Science (DAS), School of Interior Design (SID) and Ted Rogers Real Estate Association (TRREA, formerly RER)

DAS

DAS Bash 75+

Eric Shelton and Robin Ramcharan attended to connect with former classmates, current students and faculty of Architectural Science.

DAS

Year End Show (2020)

On May 8, supported DAS' Year End Show through the pandemic by attending the exclusively online event.

ACU

3rd Annual Soft Skills Workshop (2019)

On its third outing on October 29, RAAA attended as guest lecturers along with other alumni and industry professionals.

RER

7th Annual Networking Night

Invited to the student-industry networking event hosted by Ryerson Real Estate (now TRREA) at the Shangri-La Hotel on November 14, 2018 as an industry attendee.

DAS

Year End Show 2017

Attended the DAS YES in a show of support for student work and to bridge alumni and industry relations.

RU

Ryerson Job Fair

On behalf of CBRE, Eric Shelton attended the career fair with other work colleagues/alumni to promote project management to student graduates on March 29, 2013.

RU

Alumni Expo 2012

On March 7, RAAA was featured at the Alumni Relation's Architecture & Engineering round table to inform, congratulate, celebrate, and provide a networking forum for graduating students in a fun and welcoming environment. About 500 students attended.

RU

RUAA AGM and Volunteer Appreciation Event

Invitation-only by AR and RUAA (Ryerson University Alumni Assocation), RAAA heard of RUAA's work, and enjoyed a cocktails in honour of alumni. Event was held November 23, 2011 on the executive 14th floor of Jorgenson Hall.

RU

Alumni Weekend 2011

RAAA attended the exclusive Ryerson Dinner at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel on September 24, 2011. RAAA were able to share experiences with other alumni groups such as Interior Design and Business (RUBAA).

DAS

Awards Night 2011

On November 3, RAAA and the Greenberg family presented the $500 Bob Greenberg Memorial & RAAA Award to Angela Ng.

RUBAA

Secrets to Success Speaker Series

Via Alumni Relations' invitation, on June 4, 2011, Eric Shelton attended RUBAA's (Ryerson University Business Alumni Association) event with alumni speakers.

RU

All Groups Event

RAAA attended Alumni Relations' event on May 5, 2011 to share best practices and experiences with other alumni groups.

RU

Alumni Expo 2011

On March 2, RAAA was featured at the Alumni Relation's Architecture & Engineering round table to inform, congratulate, celebrate, and provide a networking forum for graduating students in a fun and welcoming environment. About 350 students attended.

DAS

Awards Night 2010

On November 18, RAAA presented the $500 Bob Greenberg Memorial & RAAA Award to Andrew Lockhart.

DAS

Accreditation Gala

Members of RAAA attended the Accreditation Gala at the Carlu on October 2, 2010. RAAA acted as a key stakeholder in the accreditation process.

DAS

Alumni Weekend 2010

On October 2, RAAA provided coffee & cake in support of the celebration for the inaugural accreditation by the Canadian Architectural Certification Board (CACB).

TRSM MBA/MMSc Alumni Association

Ted Rogers School Alumni Networking

Invited by Alumni Relations to the TRSM alumni networking function on May 14, 2010 at the prestigious One King West Hotel.

DAS

Awards Night 2009

On November 5, Eric Shelton on behalf of RAAA attended the student awards night and presented two student awards.

DAS

Alumni Weekend 2009

RAAA hosted alumni at the Architecture Building for a tour and coffee & cake. A presentation on the status of the CACB accreditation was conducted by DAS.

RU

OAA Reception

RAAA supported a DAS-hosted reception for the masters accreditation status at the Westin Harbour Castle on May 7, 2009.

RAAA

Pub Night

RAAA hosted a small networking session between alumni, students and RU staff at Oakham House on March 5, 2009.

DAS

Ryerson Homecoming

RAAA, in collaboration with DAS, sponsored the 2006 Ryerson Architectural Alumni Homecoming meet and greet on October 14, 2006.

ACU

Options Night 2005

Eric Shelton, among other alumni were guest speakers at the ACU Options night panel and Q&A to discuss the four program options to 2nd year students.

RSID

Year End Show 2005

Attended the Ryerson School of Interior Design YES event during industry night.

Publications

By and featuring RAAA

Departmental Council Reports

Provided on an as-requested basis.

Online Newsletter

Newsletter 2005

Newsletter 2004

Testimonials
RE: 3rd Annual Soft Skills Workshop
Thank you for taking the time to be part of our event. We appreciate you. Hope to see you again at the event next year!

ACU President
RE: 2nd Annual Soft Skills Workshop
On behalf of the ACU, please take this gift as a token of our gratitude for making time to meet with our students to share your knowledge & experience. Thank you for joining us in the Soft Skills Workshop as an invaluable guest lecturer.

ACU
RE: Brassaii Mixer I
I just wanted to congratulate you on hosting a terrific Reception the other night.  These events are pivotal in re-connecting and engaging alumni as well as offering an opportunity for people to network and build new friendships and ties to both Ryerson and the School of Architectural Science.

Alumni Relations, Ryerson University; Nov 10, 2010
RE: Alumni Weekend 2011
Dear Eric, Many thanks for all of your hard work and dedication in your roles as Director, Finance and Communications for the Ryerson Architectural Alumni Association (RAAA) and as Alumni Expo Round Table Host.
We recognize that your involvement as a volunteer is crucial in helping us fulfill the mission of Alumni Relations and alumni are more engaged and enthusiastic about Ryerson University because of the work that you do.

Tyler Forkes, Executive Director Alumni Relations, Ryerson University; Nov 23, 2011
RE: Alumni Expo 2011
Thank you very much for your support and for participating in our Alumni Expo event at Ryerson University on Wednesday March 2, 2011. On behalf of the Alumni Relations Office, we would like to extend our heart-felt thank you for your assistance with making this event so successful.
It was the vision of the Alumni Relations Department to inform, congratulate, celebrate, and provide a networking forum for our graduating students in a fun and welcoming environment. Your generous contribution helped make our vision a reality.  Approximately 350 students attended our event this year.

Alumni Relations, Ryerson University; March 10, 2011