Architectural Institute of British Columbia
Designing with Power in Mind is part of AIBC’s 2026 Fall PD Series. This session will focus on the practical design requirements architects need to consider when integrating BC Hydro infrastructure into multi-residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. The session will cover space planning, access, clearances, transformer and switchgear considerations, electrical room requirements, site constraints, and… Read more
BCIT - XZEB 1140 – Introduction to Residential Mechanical Systems for Zero Energy/Emissions and Passive House Buildings This course focuses on an integrated approach to residential HVAC mechanical equipment to meet national and provincial zero energy (BC Energy Step Code) requirements and Passive House standards. The course will help learners understand the best practices from… Read more
Muniak Enterprises Inc. - Building Code Tutor The Building Code Tutor is a web-based instructional program, developed by Muniak Enterprises Inc. that provides practical and interactive training in the fire and life safety requirements of Part 3 of the building codes used across Canada. The Building Code Tutor consists of a series of short, on-line,… Read more
Cascadia Windows & Doors - Beyond the Frame: How High-Performance Fenestration Expands Design Possibility As energy codes and performance standards across North America become more rigorous—such as the BC Energy Step Code, Energize Denver, and the Massachusetts Stretch Code—architects, engineers, and envelope consultants face increasing pressure to deliver efficient buildings without sacrificing aesthetics or affordability. This… Read more
Cascadia Windows & Doors - Closing the Gap: Leveraging Cladding Attachments to Deliver High-Performance Exterior Wall Assemblies Jurisdictions across North American continue to transition beyond ASHRAE standards for exterior wall assemblies, instead adopting a more comprehensive building energy performance standard (BEPS) approach to envelope design. This shift brings advantages like increased design flexibility and reduced… Read more
RAIC - AI and Architecture: A Practical Guide to Quality Assurance/Quality Control Quality control is one of the most promising and least understood applications of AI in architecture. Review cycles are compressed, experienced reviewers are stretched thin, and the errors that slip through resurface later as RFIs, change orders, and field conflicts. This session offers… Read more
The AIBC Complaints Process is part of AIBC’s 2026 Fall PD Series. This session will walk through how a specific, hypothetical complaint makes its way through the AIBC’s complaints process. Discussion topics will include issues raised at the Intake Stage, mapping out the actions available to the Investigation Committee, what happens if it is sent… Read more
Cascadia Windows & Doors - From Restoration to Innovation: Leveraging Rehabilitation ‘Lessons Learned’ to Drive Adoption of High-Performance Building Envelope Products Building envelope rehabilitation projects offer valuable insights into the real-world performance of building designs and products over time and highlight key opportunities to increase the overall performance of buildings in the future—both rehabs and… Read more
UNIQ Dimensions - Leveraging 3D LiDAR & Scan-to-BIM Workflows for Accurate As-Built Documentation This session explores the transformative role of 3D LiDAR and Scan-to-BIM workflows in creating high-precision as-built documentation. Participants will examine the technical science of laser scanning, comparing the applications of mobile, terrestrial, and drone-based systems to determine project suitability. We will analyze… Read more
RAIC - AI and Your Practice: The Present-Day Reality Artificial intelligence is no longer a distant concept on the horizon of architectural practice. It is here, knowingly or unknowingly embedded in the tools we use, and impacting the workflows we manage. But what does this mean for architects navigating the pressures of delivery, quality, and… Read more