Architectural Institute of British Columbia
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Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Tender, Contract, and Builders Lien Law The legal rights and obligations of those involved in a construction project crystallize in the tendering phase and end well after the project is completed. During the construction process, those legal rights and obligations change and expand based on, for example, the contracts in… Read more
ICD High Performance Coatings: Silicone Coatings: A Color Selection Strategy for Backpainted Glass This course will provide architects and designers education about silicone-based glass coating technologies that can be specified in unlimited colors. Attendees will learn about color theory and color selection strategies that benefit interior and exterior project designs. This includes the impact of… Read more
Cascadia Windows & Doors - Navigating Emerging Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS) More and more jurisdictions are implementing Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS) to help address the poor energy efficiency of buildings—a key contributor to greenhouse gas emissions and overall energy consumption. While some of these new standards may seem restrictive or simply adding costs,… Read more
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Supervisory & Management Skills This course will enhance your ability to build a collaborative team culture, improve morale, and effectively communicate with people on their job sites. Participants will learn about leadership, motivational theory and application, improving group and individual performance, psychographic testing, time and stress management, staff training, substance… Read more
Camino Systems (Global IFS) - Raising Flooring Standards - Raised Access Flooring This session will discuss the advantages of a raised access floor, how it adds flexibility to the space and how it can promote sustainability in the life of a building. The advantages of utilizing an under floor air distribution system, which actually delivers… Read more
Passive House Canada - Built in Canada: Lessons Learned from PH Projects – Session 2 This webinar series will focus on Canadian Projects all across the Country. Our second stop will be in British Columbia. In this second webinar, Lucio Picciano will present lessons learned from his Lilac Passive House project located in Vancouver, BC.… Read more
Peikko - Designing with Mass Timber Slabs and Composite Structures During this session, we will outline how composite beams can significantly reduce floor-to-floor height and minimize the carbon footprint of a building by doing more with less materials. We will also examine how composite beams utilized in mass timber projects can reduce total floor thickness… Read more
VRCA - ZEBx: Decarb Lunch - Quantifying Embodied Carbon for Buildings of the Future The April 2021 ZEBx Decarb Lunch brings together the local building community to discuss emerging solutions and barriers related to zero emission buildings. This month is in collaboration with CLF Vancouver. Society is facing a climate crisis. Over 30 municipalities in… Read more
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Construction Estimating Participants will acquire knowledge how to prepare a successful bid and learn construction estimating skills. Course topics will include project analysis, risk analysis, bid strategies and processes, Construction Division Codes, bonding and insurance. Date: May 3-4, 2021 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Location: BGC Partners Office, 200-2296… Read more
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Effective Construction Meetings & Meeting Minutes Construction meetings are critical to successful management of construction projects. Regular site meetings on a project with well documented minutes can facilitate communication and produce better results - making it more likely that the project will be completed successfully. Effective construction meeting management is… Read more
BCIT - Introduction to Solar Electricity (CESA 0158) Introduces the equipment used to generate electricity from solar power, such as photovoltaic modules, batteries, inverters and charge controllers. Participants are taught to identify the various components, understand how the components interact and interpret manufacturer's specifications. Design principles of stand-alone photovoltaic systems are explained and participants visit… Read more
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Bluebeam Revu Estimating You will learn how to be more efficient in your take offs and produce more meaningful and clearer take-offs. This course isn’t just how to use the software for estimating, it is how to use it to its highest and best capabilities! Date: May 4-5, 2021 Time: 7 -… Read more
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Non-Standard Contract Clauses - Be Very Afraid! Remember when it comes to contracts, it’s not about your own thoughts and assumptions; it’s about what is “written”! What has caused these changes to industry standard contract clauses? Allocation of risk often gets modified in contract clauses based on Project Owner’s or… Read more
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Introduction to Construction Blueprint Reading This course takes participants through the stages of blueprint reading, including dimensions, elevation, drawing, specifications and schedules. Using both residential and commercial samples of blueprints, participants will gain experience and practical knowledge for their day-to-day work in construction companies. Date: May 5, 2021 Time: 8:30… Read more
Cascadia Windows & Doors - Combustible Windows & Façade Components in Non-Combustible Construction We desperately need better energy efficiency from building enclosures, from both windows and insulated wall assemblies. Today, the best products and components to enable this are generally made from low conductivity materials. Most of these materials also happen to be combustible—at least,… 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
Taking place on May 10 and 11, AIBC Confab provides engaging professional development content for architectural professionals in a streamlined format. A variety of topics will be covered at the event, which are all highly relevant to today’s professional practice. For 2021, Confab is going online. Offered completely virtually, attendees from across the province, country… Read more
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Communication Skills for Construction Great communication is essential for construction leaders. In this course, participants will learn how to improve their listening, speaking and writing skills. Participants will leave with a better understanding of how to communicate goals and strategies effectively, as well as lead collaborative decision making. Date: May 10-11,… Read more
Forestry Innovation Investment - Naturally Wood Four AIBC recognized continuing education units (CEUs), based on the Naturally Wood e-book, are now available on-demand. Complete all four to receive 2 Core learning units. Available topics: Wood in Multi-Family and Accommodation Buildings 0.5 Core Wood in Commercial and Industrial Buildings 0.5 Core Wood in Healthcare and Wellness… Read more
Cascadia Windows & Doors - Fiberglass: Simple & Cost-Effective Solutions to Stringent Energy Code Requirements Today, most existing – even modern – buildings have surprisingly low thermal performance from their building envelope. This increases the ever-growing, and unnecessary strain on the environment and our society’s energy infrastructure. Building codes and energy standards are incrementally becoming… Read more
2021 Certified Professional (CP) Update Seminar The 2021 CP Update Seminar, jointly presented by the AIBC and Engineers and Geoscientists BC, is taking place on May 12, 2021 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The session is open to all CPs and their staff, as well as non-CPs. Given the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, this seminar… Read more
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Negotiation & Conflict Management Skills Participants will improve their skills in communication and negotiation. Participants will learn skills to enhance their ability to de-escalate conflict, listen effectively, build mutual respect with others in a construction context, and negotiate effectively. Date: May 12, 2021 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Location: BGC… Read more
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Project Accounting & Cost Control Participants will learn how to design and read various construction financial reports and improve the financial systems of their construction company. Date: May 13, 2021 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Location: BGC Partners Office, 200-2296 McCallum Road, Abbotsford Cost: $399 (Members) / $499 (Non-members) Learning… Read more
Camino Systems (Global IFS) - Raising Flooring Standards - Raised Access Flooring This session will discuss the advantages of a raised access floor, how it adds flexibility to the space and how it can promote sustainability in the life of a building. The advantages of utilizing an under floor air distribution system, which actually delivers… Read more
Procore - Online Courses Elevate your skill set by enrolling in Procore's continuing education courses. Procore's library includes over 100 free, on-demand courses approved for LUs by the AIBC. Gain industry knowledge, develop professional skills, and unlock your potential. Date: Ongoing Time: On-demand Location: Online Cost: Free Learning Units (LUs): Varies Register: Click here
Wood WORKS! BC - eLearning Centre The Wood WORKS! eLearning Centre provides the most current information on the new generation of wood materials, designs and applications in construction. Date: On-demand Time: On-demand Location: Online Cost: Free Learning Units (LUs): A variety of Core LUs available Register: Click here
SAFTI FIRST Fire Rated Glazing Solutions - Designing with Fire-Rated Glass Designing with Fire Rated Glass empowers architects to choose the correct, code compliant fire and safety rated glazing product for every fire-rated application based on NBC requirements. It includes fire and impact test videos, specific NBC sections, charts and explanations, as well real-world applications… Read more
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Construction Estimating Participants will acquire knowledge how to prepare a successful bid and learn construction estimating skills. Course topics will include project analysis, risk analysis, bid strategies and processes, Construction Division Codes, bonding and insurance. Date: May 17-18, 2021 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Location: VRCA Office, 3636 East… Read more
If you’re interested in attending an AIBC Council Meeting, please confirm your attendance in advance by contacting Office of the CEO Manager Tracy Tough at ttough@aibc.ca. View Council Meetings Schedule, Agendas & Minutes.
BC Building Envelope Council - Design and Coordination: The Potential Impacts of Design Decisions on the Building Thermal Performance Presentation on the difference early design decisions can have in terms of impact on the thermal performance of the building envelope compared to decisions that are made later in the process. These considerations will be interwoven… Read more
The 102nd Annual Meeting will be held online on May 25 from 12 to 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time. As well as conducting the necessary annual business of the Institute, this virtual meeting is an opportunity to learn more about how the AIBC has fulfilled its mandate over the past year, as well as upcoming plans… Read more
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Change Order Management Changes are an inevitable part of the construction process but if not managed well, change orders can cause unnecessary project disruptions and lead to cost increases and schedule delays. This course will provide participants with best practices for successfully navigating this complex project management challenge. Date: May… Read more
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Close out a Construction Project Why would a Contractor, Owner Consultant or Subcontractor need to know best practices for closing out a construction project? The answer is simple - if you can't get it done then you can't reach substantial performance. Getting a project to substantial performance, and then to… Read more
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Builders Lien Act The Builders Lien Act is a useful tool if used properly, however, if misunderstood, it can lead to serious financial and legal consequences. This course will provide participants with the knowledge and background to understand the rights, remedies and processes created by the Builders Lien Act. Date:… Read more
Camino Systems (Global IFS) - Raising Flooring Standards - Raised Access Flooring This session will discuss the advantages of a raised access floor, how it adds flexibility to the space and how it can promote sustainability in the life of a building. The advantages of utilizing an under floor air distribution system, which actually delivers… Read more
Passive House Canada - Controlling Water on Roofs and Below-Grade If you are a designer or builder who wants to achieve a high-performing, durable Passive House building, you need to understand control layers. This session will focus on the special building enclosure control practices for roof and below-grade assemblies. This is session 4 of 4… Read more
BCIT - Solar Electric Design (CESA 0159) Addresses more advanced PV system design as well as the requirements of the Canadian Electrical Code. The design principles of grid-tie PV systems, off grid hybrid systems and Building Integrated PV systems are covered in detail. Advances in PV technology, the economics of PV systems, computer programs for… Read more
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Construction 101 and Beyond This course has something for everyone – whether you have years of experience or are new to the industry. Don't be misled by the '101' - over 30% of our course attendees have 10+ years of industry experience! Perfect for procurement professionals and buyers, developing leaders,… Read more
Cascadia Windows & Doors - Effective Thermal Performance of the Building Enclosure - Exterior Walls Today, new buildings must meet the BC Step Code, ASHRAE 90.1 or National Energy Code for Buildings' requirements for thermal performance. This is a tough objective, since documented proof is required. Effective R-values must be met, not just nominal values,… Read more
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Introduction to Construction Blueprint Reading This course takes participants through the stages of blueprint reading, including dimensions, elevation, drawing, specifications and schedules. Using both residential and commercial samples of blueprints, participants will gain experience and practical knowledge for their day-to-day work in construction companies. Date: June 2, 2021 Time: 8:30 a.m.… Read more