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Organization

The Architectural Institute of British Columbia (AIBC) is a professional regulator with the mandate to regulate the profession of architecture in British Columbia in the interest of the public. The AIBC was established in 1920 by provincial statute, and since 2023, has governed the profession under the authority of the Professional Governance Act.

Our Mandate

In the interest of serving and protecting the public, the Architectural Institute of British Columbia regulates the profession of architecture through a responsive regulatory framework.

Our Vision

Public confidence in the profession of architecture through progressive regulation.

Our Values

  • Inclusive: Providing equal opportunity and supportive of diversity
  • Proactive: Providing collaborative and innovative leadership
  • Open: Supporting responsibility, accountability, and transparency
  • Ethical: Behaving with integrity and professionalism

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The AIBC strives to be equitable and inclusive in its role as a regulator and as an employer. Read the AIBC’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion commitment.

 

What we do

The AIBC provides a range of regulatory and outreach programs and services to serve the public, as well as programs and support for Architects and other AIBC Registrants.

Registration and Licensing

The AIBC establishes and maintains stringent standards for those seeking entry into the profession. It oversees various pathways to registration including the Internship in Architecture Program, interprovincial reciprocity and international agreements.

Compliance and Enforcement

The AIBC has formal mechanisms for complaint investigation if a member of the public has questions or concerns about the competence or conduct of Registrants. The AIBC also has an enforcement role in ensuring public protection against illegal practice (i.e. misrepresentation or practicing architecture without a licence).

Practice Advice

The AIBC provides practice support and advice to Registrants and the public. In addition, a wide range of materials, information and advice is available through printed publications, web postings and electronic distribution.

Professional Development

Architects, Architectural Technologists, and Intern Architects (CES Participants) must undertake and report annual continuing education activities. The AIBC’s Continuing Education System (CES) offers professional development opportunities throughout the year, including a schedule of industry-specific courses, the Recognized Educational Provider Program, the AIBC Conference for Registrants and interested members of the public, and access to other available learning activities.

Public Representation

The AIBC provides representation (from design review to technical input) on a wide range of government and industry-related committees, liaises with provincial and national industry-related associations and other regulatory bodies, and provides a voice on important professional issues at all levels of government.

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Architectural Institute of B.C.
100 – 440 Cambie Street
Vancouver, British Columbia
Canada V6B 2N5
Tel: 604.683.8588
Email: aibc@aibc.ca

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