The Canadian Board for Harmonized Construction Codes (CBHCC) is inviting the public to participate in its first public review of the 2030 code cycle. Read more
Industry News Archive
City of Vancouver Multiplex Permit Applications
Multiplex housing permits can now be applied for using the City of Vancouver’s Development and business services website. Read more
Registration Open for 2026 Brick-by-Brick: Building Meaningful Inclusion
Pacific Autism Family Network has opened the 2026 registration for the Brick-by-Brick: Building Meaningful Inclusion, a LEGO® design challenge. This year’s theme is: Iconic B.C. Moments. Team registration closes on… Read more
New BC Code Resources: Technical Bulletins
Several BC Code resources have been updated and are now available. Read more
Building Code Appeal Board 2026 Updates
There have been several changes at the Building Code Appeal Board. Read more
Canada–European Union Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) for Architects
The Canada–European Union Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) for Architects is now in effect. Read more
City of Vancouver Power Efficient Design in New Multiplex Buildings Session
The City of Vancouver is hosting two free educational sessions on power efficient design in new multiplex buildings for builders and the extended builder community. Read more
2025 Editions of the National Model Codes Now Available
The Canadian Board for Harmonized Construction Codes has released the 2025 editions of the National Model Codes. Read more
Notarius Rebrand, Now Called “Portage CyberTech”
Notarius, the provider of digital seals to the AIBC for Architects AIBC, has undertaken a rebrand. Read more
BC Codes 2024 (Fall Revisions) Technical Review of Proposed Changes
The B.C. Government invites comments on upcoming amendments to British Columbia Building Code (BC Codes) 2024. Read more