Council Election

Council Composition

Each year, AIBC members and honorary members have an opportunity to help shape the work of the body responsible for regulating the profession of architecture in B.C. on behalf of the public. AIBC Council’s leadership ensures that the AIBC is a vibrant, active and effective organization, while supporting initiatives that contribute to the ongoing success of the built environment.

Council consists of 15 voting members: 10 elected by and from the members (Architects AIBC) in good standing, four appointed by the Lieutenant Governor, and a representative of the UBC School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture.

The council nomination process is governed by the Architects Act and AIBC Bylaws. Nominees must be a member of the Institute in good standing who is nominated by five members in good standing.

Term of Office and Time Commitment

Each year, five council members are elected for a two-year term. Those elected will take office on May 4, the date set for the Annual Meeting, in compliance with sections 8(1) and (2) of the Architects Act.

Council members should be prepared to fully participate during the scheduled meetings and planning sessions, held during normal work hours and typically up to two hours in length. Council members are also expected to attend a variety of AIBC events throughout the year.

Call for Nominations

The council nomination process is governed by the Architects Act, AIBC Bylaws (PDF), and Council Rules 4: Council Elections (PDF). The Institute welcomes candidates from across B.C. as participation on council can be facilitated by technology for remote attendance.

Information about AIBC Council nominations and frequently asked questions can be found on the Council Nominations webpage.