Architectural Institute of British Columbia
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Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Microsoft SharePoint and OneDrive 365 This course is intended for participants with little to a basic understanding of Microsoft SharePoint and OneDrive. Participants will gain a basic overview of the SharePoint online platform to navigate SharePoint sites, and work with lists, documents and libraries. Participants will learn how to use… Read more
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
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Effective Work Planning for Forepersons and Crew Supervisors Sadly, proper detailed planning is becoming a lost art in the construction industry. This course aims to reverse that trend by providing foremen with a strong model that will improve their crews’ (and by extension their companies’) performance. The course focuses on… 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
Ply Gem - Why NAFS Testing Alone does not Satisfy Code Requirements when Specifying Factory Manufactured Windows This presentation will detail what is and what is not covered by a manufacturers NAFS test reports, and that there is still a requirement for professional design and review of NAFS rated factory manufactured fenestration products in non-Part… Read more
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Microsoft Excel for Construction - Novice Cost tracking, job tracking, production rates, schedules, estimates: If you would like to create spreadsheets to make this work easy and consistent, then this course is for you. Learn to create spreadsheets for cost tracking, calculating production rates and creating estimates. We will show… 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 - Getting Paid and Managing the Cash Flow In this half-day workshop the Payment Process in Standard Contracts (CCDC-2 Stipulated Price Contract, CCA-1 Stipulated Price Subcontract, CCA-19 Stipulated Price Sub-Subcontract) will be reviewed along with contract language from non-standard contracts which can delay payment. Date: April 29, 2021 Time: 7 -… 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
AIBC Vancouver Island Chapter - Housing and Homelessness in Greater Victoria Part II: The Design Challenge The February event for the AIBC VI Chapter was held as a first of two sessions covering the topic of homelessness and housing in Victoria. Whereas the first session can be characterized as a panel of individuals from diverse… 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
Cascadia Windows & Doors - An Active Approach to Passive House Windows As the focus on building energy performance continues to grow in many jurisdictions across North America, the interest in the Passive House standard is growing as well. For the uninitiated, this standard can seem daunting, especially when it comes to incorporating manufactured components,… 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 - Project Management Learn how to successfully manage a construction project! Participants will gain an understanding of the project processes and constraints encountered by project managers (using PMBoK 5th Edition approach). The course will cover project planning, contract process, risk management, estimating, cost control, scheduling, communications and post-mortem analysis. Date: May… 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 - Managing Change in Construction Changes on Construction Projects are inevitable and are often a source of friction. This create problems for both the Owner and the Contractor as well as the other participants involved with the project (Consultant, Subcontractors, Sub-Subcontractors and Suppliers). In this half-day workshop, the Change Management Process… 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
Canadian Centre for Healthcare Facilities - Planning for Climate Resilience in Healthcare Facilities Enhanced resiliency for healthcare facilities to meet clinical care needs in an energy efficient and environmentally sustainable manner is critical to the planning of the future of healthcare facilities. BC is a leader in incorporating climate change resiliency requirements into their design.… Read more
ICD High Performance Coatings: Silicone Coatings: A Risk Mitigation Strategy for Thermal Stress Breakage This course will provide architects, specifiers, and façade consultants education about silicone-based spandrel glass coating technologies. Attendees will learn about the risks of thermal stress breakage due to ceramic frit’s weakening effects on heat-treated glass. Testing methodology and industry standards will… Read more
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - CCA Subcontracts 101 80% of the people managing Construction Contracts do not read, do not understand or are not following the Construction Contract in place between the two organizations. This creates problems for both the Contractor and the Subcontractor (and Sub-Subcontractor). The Canadian Construction Association publishes standard documents for the… Read more
America Training Solutions - Online Courses Get Core Learning Units at your pace by watching videos and successfully completing the associated quiz. Certificates are issued immediately and credits are reported directly to AIBC. (Note: Please provide your AIBC number when completing these courses to ensure credits get reported to the AIBC). Date: Ongoing Time: On-demand… 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
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 - Construction Specifications 101 This is an interactive half-day seminar that will cover the fundamentals of interpreting construction specifications. The seminar will deal with the basics of reading and interpreting both the general and technical specifications. Date: May 13, 2021 Time: 7 - 11 a.m. Location: Online Cost: $145 (Members) /… 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
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
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
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 - Read the Full Contract: Deep Dive into CCDC-2 80% of the people managing Construction Contracts do not read, do not understand or are not following the Construction Contract in place between the two organizations! This creates problems for both the Owner and the Contractor as well as the other participants… Read more
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Microsoft Project for Construction - Scheduling By the end of the workshop, you will be well-versed in using Microsoft Project for scheduling. You’ll be able to provide valuable advice and accurately present information to your clients. Date: May 18, 2021 Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Location: Online Cost: $279… Read more
ICD High Performance Coatings: Silicone Coatings: A Sustainable Solution for Spandrel & Interior Glazing This course will provide architects, specifiers, and consultants education about silicone-based spandrel glass coating technologies. Attendees will learn how to identify glass designs in modern green building. This includes a deep dive into the LEED v4 BD+C Indoor Environmental Quality and… 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.
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Effective Work Planning for Forepersons and Crew Supervisors Sadly, proper detailed planning is becoming a lost art in the construction industry. This course aims to reverse that trend by providing foremen with a strong model that will improve their crews’ (and by extension their companies’) performance. The course focuses on… Read more
Cascadia Windows & Doors - An Active Approach to Passive House Windows As the focus on building energy performance continues to grow in many jurisdictions across North America, the interest in the Passive House standard is growing as well. For the uninitiated, this standard can seem daunting, especially when it comes to incorporating manufactured components,… Read more
Inpro - Durability by Design This course offers an in-depth examination of the materials and systems used for all levels of wall and door protection in interior applications. It also presents placement strategies for effective protection based on damage potential, and argues that first-cost value engineering ends up costing building owners more in the long… Read more
Wood WORKS! BC - Project Managing a Mass Timber Building Do you want to build with Mass Timber but don't know where to start? Join Mark Wigston and Andre Lema of Western Archrib on the "How-To's" of project managing a Mass Timber Building. In this one hour webinar Mark with give an overview of the… Read more
RDH Building Science - Prefabricated Low-Carbon Mass Timber Facades for Highrise Buildings The push towards low energy and low carbon has led to rapid innovation in mass timber, including the development of cutting-edge prefabricated façade systems for tall wood buildings. This presentation will discuss the evolution of prefabricated systems, drawing on case studies to show… Read more
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Microsoft Project for Construction - Resource Management This instructor-led webinar has been specifically designed to provide the Construction Professional with industry-best-practice on how to use Microsoft Project for Trade Tracking and Resource Management. Date: May 20, 2021 Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Location: Online Cost: $279 (Members) / $299… Read more
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
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Microsoft Project for Construction - Tracking Changes This instructor-led webinar has been specifically designed to provide the Construction Professional with industry-best-practice on how to use Microsoft Project for Tracking Changes. Date: May 25, 2021 Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Location: Online Cost: $279 (Members) / $299 (Non-members) Learning Units… 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
Wood WORKS! BC - Attend a Gestimat Demo - See the Carbon Calculator in Action Gestimat facilitates the assessment of the carbon footprint of buildings. Developed in Quebec for the Wood Charter and financed by the Fonds vert, this new web-tool estimates greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions related to the manufacturing of structural materials used in… 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
Ply Gem - Why NAFS Testing Alone does not Satisfy Code Requirements when Specifying Factory Manufactured Windows This presentation will detail what is and what is not covered by a manufacturers NAFS test reports, and that there is still a requirement for professional design and review of NAFS rated factory manufactured fenestration products in non-Part… Read more
National Floor Covering Association - Specifications: A New PerSPECtive This hour-long discussion including Q&A with Keith Robinson, FCSC FCSI RSW, DIALOG, will bring awareness to how specifications can lead to slab rejection, discuss how specifications work and introduce participants to a newly developed specification. Date: May 26, 2021 Time: 1 - 2 p.m. Location: Online… Read more
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Introduction to Microsoft Teams This course is intended for participants with a basic understanding of Windows and Microsoft applications. Participants will gain efficiency in using many of Team’s features to communicate and collaborate within (and outside) their organization. Date: May 27, 2021 Time: 7:30 - 11:30 a.m. Location: Online Cost:… 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
The SSAC’s 46th Annual Conference takes place virtually from May 27 to June 1, 2021. This year’s program includes two roundtables, film screenings, a guided tour, a public lecture and over 20 hours of presentations of the most current research on design and the Canadian built environment. A full program can be found on the conference… Read more
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Microsoft Project for Construction - Cost Control This instructor-led webinar has been specifically designed to provide the Construction Professional with industry-best-practice on how to use Microsoft Project for Cost Control. Date: May 27, 2021 Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Location: Online Cost: $279 (Members) / $299 (Non-members) Learning Units… 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
The SSAC’s 46th Annual Conference takes place virtually from May 27 to June 1, 2021. This year’s program includes two roundtables, film screenings, a guided tour, a public lecture and over 20 hours of presentations of the most current research on design and the Canadian built environment. A full program can be found on the conference… 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
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - ZEBx: Decarb Lunch - Building a High-Performance Home: Does it Cost More? The May 2021 Decarb Lunch is a collaboration with the HAVAN. The Province's CleanBC Plan charts a course for net-zero energy-ready homes by 2032. That's Step 5 of the BC Energy Step Code for Part 9 buildings. Between… 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
The SSAC’s 46th Annual Conference takes place virtually from May 27 to June 1, 2021. This year’s program includes two roundtables, film screenings, a guided tour, a public lecture and over 20 hours of presentations of the most current research on design and the Canadian built environment. A full program can be found on the conference… Read more
The SSAC’s 46th Annual Conference takes place virtually from May 27 to June 1, 2021. This year’s program includes two roundtables, film screenings, a guided tour, a public lecture and over 20 hours of presentations of the most current research on design and the Canadian built environment. A full program can be found on the conference… Read more
The SSAC’s 46th Annual Conference takes place virtually from May 27 to June 1, 2021. This year’s program includes two roundtables, film screenings, a guided tour, a public lecture and over 20 hours of presentations of the most current research on design and the Canadian built environment. A full program can be found on the conference… 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
The SSAC’s 46th Annual Conference takes place virtually from May 27 to June 1, 2021. This year’s program includes two roundtables, film screenings, a guided tour, a public lecture and over 20 hours of presentations of the most current research on design and the Canadian built environment. A full program can be found on the conference… 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
Township of Langley - Builder Forum Series: Passive Cooling and Step Code On June 1, 2021 the Township of Langley will be hosting an online builder forum to share information related to passive cooling strategies and the BC Energy Step Code, as well as updates from the Township of Langley. Goal: To help the building… Read more
City of Coquitlam - Recreation Facility Innovation Lecture Series: Aquatics The City of Coquitlam is hosting a four-part lecture series in June 2021 to discuss trends and innovations in public recreation facilities. Each lecture will include locally and internationally practicing professionals in recreation who will contribute their expertise in their respective fields. The discussion will… Read more
ICD High Performance Coatings - Silicone Coatings: An Alternative to Ceramic Frit for Spandrel Glass This course will provide architects and designers education about silicone-based coating technologies that can be specified as an alternative to ceramic frit for spandrel glass applications. Attendees will learn how spandrel glass is used on a façade for aesthetic value… Read more
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Microsoft Excel for Construction - Novice During this course, participants will learn the tools to help them better understand their business performance, examine profitability of various jobs and business areas, develop budgets, and examine business scenarios all through the use of Microsoft Excel. Date: June 2 & 9, 2021 Time:… Read more
Women in Architecture - Public Space: Designing for Flexibility and Activation WIA Vancouver presents an investigation into the design and programming of public spaces to foster community and culture. The past 18 months has reinforced the importance of good quality urban public spaces, with not only permanent features, but the ability to be flexible, hosting… Read more
Vancouver Regional Construction Association - CCA Subcontracts 101 80% of the people managing Construction Contracts do not read, do not understand or are not following the Construction Contract in place between the two organizations. This creates problems for both the Contractor and the Subcontractor (and Sub-Subcontractor). The Canadian Construction Association publishes standard documents for the… Read more
"Becoming Architects Canada" is a new national non-profit advocacy group for intern architects and others on the path to architectural licensure in Canada, as well as recent licensees. The organization is holding a virtual launch party/meet and greet on June 3 from 5–6:30 PDT. This event is an opportunity to be part of shaping the… Read more