The 2018 AIBC Council Election is coming up! The e-vote will open on April 16 at 9 a.m., with an email notification being sent to eligible voters. The e-vote will close on May 7 at 12 p.m. Election results will be announced at the Annual Meeting, which is taking place on May 7 between 3 and 5 p.m. at the Vancouver Convention Centre West. Read more
AIBC Happenings Archive
Which 2018 AIBC Annual Conference Sessions Should I Attend?
Attending the 2018 AIBC Annual Conference? Not sure which sessions to attend? With more than 22 options available, there is something for everyone! If you’re interested in business and starting your own practice, check out these sessions: Read more
AIBC 2019–2023 Strategic Plan Update
In January of 2018, a President’s Message was sent to members and associates regarding the 2019-2023 Strategic Plan. The Notice stated the importance of the plan in setting the strategic direction of the Institute, provided a high-level overview of next steps, and encouraged participation in an online feedback survey. Read more
Council Rules 8: Terms and Conditions for Mandatory PLI Approved
On March 19, 2018, AIBC Council approved Council Rules 8: Terms and Conditions for Mandatory Professional Liability Insurance (PLI). Read more
2018 AIBC Architectural Awards Jury
The AIBC is excited the announce the 2018 AIBC Architectural Awards Jury. Comprised of four esteemed individuals, the jury will convene on March 24 to adjudicate the submissions and select this year’s award winners. Award recipients will be announced at the AIBC Architectural Awards Reception held on April 19, 2018. Read more
2018 Michael A. Ernest AIBC Intern Architect Bursary
Applications for the Michael A. Ernest AIBC Intern Architect Bursary are being accepted from March 15 to April 16, 2018. This bursary, which is a $1,000 credit at the AIBC, is awarded to an Intern Architect AIBC who is in good standing, and has demonstrated the financial need and intention to become a registered Architect AIBC. Read more
Call for Retired Architect AIBC Council Liaison Expressions of Interest
Expressions of Interest for the Retired Architect AIBC Council Liaison are now being accepted for the 2018/19 AIBC Council. Liaisons sit for a one-year term, in keeping with Council Policy 2.23: Role of the Council Liaisons. Read more
2018 AIBC Annual Conference Keynote Announcement
The AIBC invites you to attend the 2018 Annual Conference – Spaces Between from May 7 to 9, 2018 at the Vancouver Convention Centre West. This year’s conference will explore the many interpretations of Spaces Between – where ideas that are seemingly opposed connect, where negative space encourages thoughtful design, and where innovation, technology and materiality meet. Read more
CSA Z5000-18 – Building Commissioning for Energy Using Systems is Now Available
he first edition of CSA Z5000-18 Building Commissioning for Energy Using Systems is now available for purchase. This new standard provides a comprehensive, integrated, consistent, and managed process to monitor building energy and domestic water use through the commissioning of the monitoring system. Commissioning buildings aims to optimize energy-use and thereby reduce operating costs, and is important to the post-design and post-occupancy process. Read more
Council Election 2018/19 | Call for Council Member Nominations
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2018/19 AIBC Council. This is your opportunity to help shape the work of the body responsible for regulating the profession of architecture in B.C. on behalf of the public. Read more