Effective October 1, 2026, PST must be charged and collected on architectural services, unless a specific exemption applies. A webinar on the changes is taking place on September 8. Read more
Industry News Archive
Understanding PST on Architectural Services
The AIBC is hosting an information session on September 8 with the BC Ministry of Finance outlining new PST requirements and how the changes apply to architectural services. Read more
BC Housing DASH Program Architectural Services RFP Now Open
BC Housing has issued an RFP for architectural services to develop two new standardized blueprint types for the DASH (Digitally Accelerated Standardized Housing) Program. Read more
UBC/Metro Vancouver Survey on Reclaimed Wood Reuse
The University of British Columbia is collaborating with Metro Vancouver on a research project focused on transforming wood waste into valuable resources. Read more
BC Housing Video: What the BC Energy Step Code Means for Your Home – Our Urban Village with Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw / Squamish Nation
BC Housing has recently published: “What the BC Energy Step Code Means for Your Home – Our Urban Village with Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw / Squamish Nation”. Read more
Embodied Carbon Industry Capacity Assessment Survey for Part 9 Residential Construction Industry
Participate in the Embodied Carbon Industry Capacity Assessment Survey for Part 9 Residential Construction Industry by July 17. Read more
BC Housing Digitally Accelerated Standardized Housing (DASH) + Request for Pre-Qualification
BC Housing has launched Digitally Accelerated Standardized Housing (DASH). Their Request for Pre-Qualification is also now open. Read more
Upcoming BC Housing Webinar and New Visual Guide
BC Housing has two new educational offerings, including an upcoming webinar and new visual guide. Read more
Construction Prompt Payment Act – Discussion Paper Released, Provide Feedback by July 7
The Construction Prompt Payment Act (CPPA) Discussion Paper has been released. Provide your feedback by July 7. Read more
PST on Architectural Services in Effect as of October 1, 2026
As per the Government of British Columbia’s Budget 2026, all AIBC Registrants providing architectural services will be required to charge and collect PST on those services staring on October 1, 2026. Read more