Registration is now open for AIBC PD Day 2025! Early bird rates are only available until April 4. Read more
AIBC Happenings Archive
On-Demand Version of 2024 BC Building Code Update Course Now Available
A new online course is now available on-demand in the AIBC Course Portal: the 2024 BC Building Code Update Course. Read more
Technical Difficulties Resolved
Please be advised that the technical difficulties have been resolved. Read more
2025 Michael A. Ernest Retired Architect AIBC Bursary for Intern Architects
Applications for the Michael A. Ernest Retired Architect AIBC Bursary for Intern Architects AIBC are being accepted from February 6 to March 21, 2025. Read more
Zero Carbon Step Code Update
Revision 5, related to the Zero Carbon Step Code, has been published. Effective March 10, 2025, new buildings must meet at least EL-1 of the Zero Carbon Step Code. Read more
Regulatory Review | Staying Ahead in Compliance – Architect’s Seal
This Regulatory Review has been published given the recent increase of professional conduct complaints regarding the use of the Architect’s Seal. Read more
2025 AIBC Annual Renewal of Registration Update
Please note that if you did not pay your Annual Renewal Fee by the February 1 deadline, your registration is now no longer in Good Standing and your Annual Renewal Fee has increased by 25 percent (deadline: March 1). Read more
2025 Oral Exam Schedule Now Available
The 2025 Oral Exam Schedule is now available for Intern Architects AIBC and Broadly Experienced Applicant candidates. Read more
Discipline Notice | January 20, 2025
The Discipline Notice publishes findings and admissions of unprofessional conduct by AIBC Registrants. Read more
Vancouver City Council: Use of Electricity and Natural Gas for Space and Hot Water Heating
In November 2024, Vancouver City Council voted to continue on the path set by the 2016 Zero Emissions Building Plan regarding the use of electricity and natural gas for space and hot water heating. Read more
