AIBC Happenings Archive

The AIBC has an opportunity for a motivated individual who is up for a rewarding role in a professional, public interest organization. We are seeking a full-time (open to part-time) Practice Advisor to join our dynamic and collaborative team. Reporting to the Manager of Professional Services, this position plays an important role within the Institute and will appeal to those who have a strong interest in professional regulation, the practice of architecture, and interpreting related legislative documents.  Read more

On January 14, 2019, AIBC Council approved, in principle, revised Council Rules 5: Continuing Education System (CES) and revised Council Rules 6: Designation and Admission Qualifications for AIBC Associates. The proposed revisions outline several enhancements and changes to the Continuing Education System (CES), including the introduction of Intern Architects AIBC to the CES program as of July 1, 2020.  Read more

Supported by members and honorary members in the most recent electronic vote, the Council and Institute Governance Bylaws have successfully passed the provincial government’s “disallowance” period and are now in effect.  Read more

The Architectural Institute of British Columbia invites you to bring your voice to the inaugural AIBC Confab – The Art of Conversation on May 7, 2019 at the Vancouver Convention Centre West. This new one-day professional development event offers an interactive workshop, panel discussions, and seminars; all with the common goal of promoting conversation and a shared learning experience.  Read more

As the AIBC heads into its 100th year this spring, we are looking for your images or video clips of iconic B.C. architecture or architects over the last hundred years. We would love to share your images from across the province throughout our year-long program of initiatives.  Read more

On behalf of AIBC Council and staff, it is my pleasure to share the Architectural Institute of British Columbia’s 2019–2023 Strategic Plan. Beginning in late 2017, the plan took more than a year to create. It was a multi-stage process that consisted of an environmental scan, calls for registrant and stakeholder feedback, facilitated sessions, discussions amongst AIBC Council and staff, as well as thorough editing, iterating and refining.  Read more

The AIBC is delighted to announce that we will celebrate our 100 years of regulating the profession of architecture in British Columbia with a Centenary Reception on May 6, 2019 – the kick off to a year of initiatives recognizing the Institute’s decades of regulation.  Read more

On January 14, 2019, AIBC Council approved, in principle, revised Council Rules 5: Continuing Education System (CES) and revised Council Rules 6: Designation and Admission Qualifications for AIBC Associates, as well as proposed Council Rules 9: Formation and Administration of Chapters.  Read more

Thank you for a successful 2016–2018 Continuing Education System (CES) reporting period! The Professional Services department is launching a new initiative to conduct an annual CES Survey. This initiative is a part of the ongoing work to ensure that the professional development opportunities offered at and through the AIBC continue to increase the competency, acumen, and resiliency of our registrants.  Read more

The 2019 Oral Review schedule is now available for Intern Architects AIBC and Broadly Experienced Applicant (BEA) candidates. Those interested in taking the Oral Review are required to submit an application form between the specified registration period for each round. Following the application close date, AIBC staff will contact you to confirm your eligibility and assigned Oral Review date.  Read more