The consultation period for the Council and Institute Governance Bylaws initiative will run until November 2, 2018. An in-person and online consultation session will be held at the AIBC office on Monday, October 22, 2018. Read more
News Archive
AIBC Launches Redesigned Courses for Intern Architects AIBC and Broadly Experienced Applicants
In 2017, the AIBC began an extensive review of the courses offered through the Internship in Architecture Program. One of the primary objectives was to ensure that entry-to-practice competencies for registration were being met by the curriculum. Read more
2018 Annual Firm Information Update
The 2018 Annual Firm Information Update has officially begun. This important regulatory requirement keeps firm information current, and helps maintain the integrity of the AIBC Register. The online directory of architectural firms, which is available to the public, is based on the AIBC Register. The information collected during the information update is also used to issue accurate annual fee invoices. Read more
AIBC Confab 2019 | Call for Submissions
The Architectural Institute of British Columbia (AIBC) invites submissions from those interested in speaking, participating in panel discussions or facilitating interactive workshops at our new professional development event – AIBC Confab 2019, taking place on Tuesday, May 7, 2019. Read more
In Passing | Rand Thompson Architect AIBC, OAA, NSAA, ASSOC. AIA, MRAIC
It is with extreme sadness that we announce the passing of Rand Thompson, founding Partner at Chernoff Thompson Architects. Read more
2018 BC Building Code – Certified Professional Update Seminar Registration Now Open
Registration for the 2018 BC Building Code – Certified Professional (CP) Update Seminar presented by the Architectural Institute of British Columbia and Engineers and Geoscientists BC, is now open for registration. Read more
Register for the 2018 Fall Professional Development Series Today!
We are pleased to announce that the 2018 Fall Professional Development (PD) Series is back, beginning on October 10, 2018. This monthly PD Series is presented in a convenient lunch and learn format, offering participants an informative and engaging way to earn Core Learning Units. Read more
In Passing | Don Wuori
It is with deep regret that the Architectural Institute of British Columbia acknowledges the passing of Don Wuori, MBCSLA, on September 18, 2018. Read more
Bylaw Review: Council and Institute Governance Bylaws
Since 2011, the AIBC has been engaged in a comprehensive bylaw review process to address both substantive bylaw subject matter areas and more routine amendments. The Bylaw Review Committee (BRC), supported by AIBC Council, is now consulting with members on a suite of bylaws related to Council and Institute Governance. Read more
President’s Message | AIBC 2019–2023 Strategic Plan Update
Dear Colleagues, I hope everyone enjoyed the summer, and had an opportunity to rest and recharge. AIBC Council and staff have been busy with particular focus on drafting our next five-year Strategic Plan. In my last President’s Message, I expressed that the AIBC would be conducting an environmental scan as one of the first steps – you shared, and we listened. Read more