Industry News Archive

The Canadian Board for Harmonized Construction Codes has released the Intent Statements supplement to the 2020 National Model Codes.  Read more

The City of Vancouver is seeking feedback on proposed Groundwater Protection Area Requirements.  Read more

The BC Ministry of Infrastructure is seeking input on the recently introduced Infrastructure Projects Act.  Read more

The Ministry of Housing and Municipal Affairs invites you to complete this short survey to share your perspective on the value of the Province developing new guidance on the preparation and submission of residential permit drawings to reduce errors and improve project timelines.    Read more

Participate in a survey on the digitalization of Construction Regulations.  Read more

The CBC recently published an article about an investigation that revealed an imposter had forged the seal of an Architect registered in Ontario.  Read more

The Ministry of Housing and Municipal Affairs invites is seeking feedback on the BC Building Code (BCBC) compliance checking tools. Complete the survey by August 29, 2025.  Read more

The City of Vancouver has launched a streamlined permit process for smaller multiplex projects.  Read more

Revision 6– errata and revisions package has been published (effective June 16, 2025). While most changes in Revision 6 are editorial, several updates to the adaptable dwelling unit provisions and seismic requirements for houses and small buildings are notable.  Read more