Provincial Government Pauses PST Expansion
On September 18, the Government of British Columbia announced that the expansion of PST to professionals services, including architectural services, is paused. Read more
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Notification of Extraordinary Action to Protect the Public
Extraordinary Action to Protect the Public is a process available under section 67 of the PGA which allows the AIBC to take action to protect the public when information is received that there is a risk to public safety resulting from the actions of a Registrant. Read more
PD Day 2027 Call for Submissions Now Open
The Institute invites submissions from those interested in speaking, participating in panel discussions, or facilitating workshops at AIBC PD Day 2027. The deadline to submit a proposal is October 30, 2026. Read more
Updated AIBC 8C: AIBC Standard Short Form Contract Between Client & Consultant
AIBC 8C: AIBC Standard Short Form Contract Between Client & Consultant (September 2026) has been updated and reissued, and is now available on the AIBC website. Read more
2026 Firm Update
Every year, all AIBC Firm Registrants are required to submit an annual Firm Update. The deadline to submit the annual firm update is September 30, 2026. Read more