Architectural Institute of British Columbia
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 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 2024 or future years, as well as current AIBC volunteers. Please note that attendance is mandatory for… 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
2024 Certified Professional and Advanced Code Knowledge Courses The 2024 Certified Professional (CP) Course and the Advanced Code Knowledge (ACK) courses are based on the new 2023 BC Building Code, which is expected to be implemented in December 2023, and the 2019 Vancouver Building By-law. Both courses will be conducted online, with the CP Exams taking… 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
2024 Certified Professional and Advanced Code Knowledge Courses The 2024 Certified Professional (CP) Course and the Advanced Code Knowledge (ACK) courses are based on the new 2023 BC Building Code, which is expected to be implemented in December 2023, and the 2019 Vancouver Building By-law. Both courses will be conducted online, with the CP Exams taking… 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