Architectural Institute of British Columbia
RAIC - Small Firms Thrive with BIM - Work Smarter, Not Harder This webinar will showcase how small firms are leveraging BIM to streamline workflows, increase efficiency, and position themselves as competitive players in the evolving architecture industry. Learn how BIM is empowering smaller teams to achieve big results. Date: September 12, 2025 Time: 11… Read more
TransCana Construction and Building Materials Society (TCBMS) - The Making of a City: 25 Years in Surrey Centre This lecture explores the transformative development of Surrey City Centre over the past 25 years, tracing its roots to Bing Thom’s seminal vision for Central City. The speakers will present an overarching narrative of urban growth, while… Read more
Garaventa (Canada) Ltd. - Residential Elevators for an Accessible Home Elevators, once associated mainly with commercial spaces, now enhance residential living by providing lifetime accessibility and convenience. Their affordability and convenience make elevators a valuable addition to homes, expanding the market for home resale. This program focuses on adding elevators to residential applications to help… Read more
Garaventa (Canada) Ltd. - Elevators & Platform Lifts for Safe Accessibility We recognize the importance of elevators and lifts in today’s design industry. Lifts and elevators can be an extraordinary feature added to a home or building that will enhance the life quality and safety of the end user. In this program the learner will… Read more
RAIC - Financial Management for Architects This comprehensive course is designed to offer architects a deep dive into essential financial management skills needed to thrive in the business side of architecture. The curriculum consists of 10 modules and covers a wide range of critical topics, including: Planning and Budgeting Revenue and Expense Management Cash Flow… Read more
Cascadia Windows & Doors - Closing the Gap: Leveraging Cladding Attachments to Deliver High-Performance Exterior Wall Assemblies As North American jurisdictions move toward comprehensive building energy performance standards, exterior wall design is evolving beyond traditional methods. This webinar examines how thermal bridging, insulation strategies, and component integration impact high-performance wall assemblies. Case studies illustrate practical… Read more
RAIC - Architecture, Music, Acoustics and Composers Architect Terence Williams, designer of the wonderful Farquhar Auditorium at UVic, will be speaking about one of his particular areas of expertise: architectural acoustics. This promises to be an enlightening evening with Terry sharing some of his first hand accounts and reflections on the subject through his presentation… Read more
RAIC - Human Resources Essentials for Architects This course is designed specifically for architects who own or operate small firms, providing practical, hands-on guidance for managing teams effectively while staying compliant with employment laws. Join this program to gain a solid foundation in HR and people management, where we’ll cover legal requirements for hiring, managing,… Read more
Women in Architecture - Decolonizing the Built Environment This session will explore how colonial systems have shaped the built environment, architectural practices, and how decolonial approaches, rooted in Indigenous knowledge, worldviews, and protocols can lead to more just and informed design. The event will feature a brief presentation followed by a dialogue session focused on… Read more
RAIC - CHOP CHAT Chapter 1.3 Professional Conduct and Ethics Discuss your professional responsibilities to the public and other stakeholders as an architect at this session, featuring chapter 1.3 of the Canadian Handbook of Practice for Architects (CHOP). This essential guide provides valuable insights into the professional practice of architecture in Canada. This session is… Read more