Architectural Institute of British Columbia
RAIC - Future-Proofed Interiors: Design, Assembly and Zero Waste Strategies in Today's Marketplace Join this educational webinar on the use of future-proofed interior material and designs. Learn how technology can aid in creating materials for use in both commercial and residential interior environments. View a virtual tour of the Falkbuilt factory in Calgary to learn… Read more
The Ministry of Housing’s Digital Delivery team is working with partners from across the housing construction sector to improve the permitting experience for new housing and encourage the use of tools and practices that will position British Columbia as a leader in digital permitting and construction. The Ministry will speak to the work underway on… Read more
The AIBC is pleased to offer a webinar on the latest in digital permitting at the Ministry of Housing on Thursday, February 29, 2024. The Ministry of Housing’s Digital Delivery team is working with partners from across the housing and construction sector to improve the permitting experience for new housing and encourage the use of tools and practices… Read more
The AIBC Governance Session is a complimentary event and open to all AIBC Registrants and current volunteers. The AIBC Governance Session provides Registrants with an overview of the Institute’s governance, the role of the regulator, and fiduciary responsibilities. The session is designed for those interested in putting their name forward for the AIBC Board in… Read more
WoodWorks BC - A Comprehensive Analysis on Mass Timber Housing Learn how to unlock the potential of sustainable mass timber construction in this half-day workshop presented by WoodWorks BC in collaboration with BC Housing. Drawing from BC Housing’s recently published Comparative Feasibility Study for Encapsulated Mass Timber Construction, industry experts will present the compelling case… Read more
RDH Building Science - Deep Dive into Rainscreens Session 6: Exterior Insulation & Cladding Attachments Deep Dive into Rainscreens Session 6 explores the use of exterior insulation in a rainscreen wall assembly. In this session, you will explore how the addition of exterior insulation impacts design considerations regarding the controls (e.g., water, air, thermal, and… Read more
TransCana Construction and Building Materials Society - Case Study: Development Milestones & Risks Control TCBMS is non-profit organization, established by professors from UBC and industrial leaders with a mission to foster knowledge exchange and access to cutt-edge research findings and industrail trends. Our next upcoming seminar is "Case Study - Development Milestones & Risks Control"… Read more
BC Wood - Ventilated Doors- Next Generation: Maximizing Indoor Environmental Quality Between Enclosed Spaces As buildings are increasingly designed for environmental, occupant health, and well-being in mind, there is a growing requirement for ventilation openings between enclosed spaces. Ventilation pathways are notorious for transmitting sound, and there is also the challenge of creating airflow pathways… Read more
Cascadia Windows & Doors - Tackling Window Pain: Understanding the Benefits of High-Performance Fenestration As jurisdictions across North America introduce more stringent building energy performance standards (BEPS)—such as the BC Step Code and Seattle 2018 update—developers, architects, and contractors are left wondering the best way to meet the new benchmarks while controlling costs. This balance… Read more
Next Level Stormwater Management - Engineering Green Roofs for Rainwater Management in Vancouver, BC Cities across Canada are moving from grey to green infrastructure in managing rainwater. Green roof is an effective source control tool with multiple co-benefits. It offers a practical solution in tight urban spaces where other rainwater management tools are not feasible.… Read more