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Industry News Archive
Architecture Foundation of BC’s Architectural Awards of Excellence Call for Submissions Now Open
The Architecture Foundation of BC is accepting project submissions for the 2023 Architectural Awards of Excellence until July 14, 2023. Read more
BC Codes – Technical Review of Proposed Changes
The B.C. Government is inviting comments on proposed changes to the British Columbia Building, Plumbing (Book II, Plumbing Systems), and Fire Codes 2023 (BC Codes) from May 19 to June 16, 2023. Read more
Emergency Preparedness Week 2023, Post-Disaster Building Assessment
Emergency Preparedness Week is taking place from May 7–13, 2023. Read more
BC Building Code Update
Effective May 1, 2023, the BC Building Code will require 20% better energy efficiency for most new buildings throughout the province. Read more
Government of British Columbia | Chair Appointment Opportunities
There are new opportunities with British Columbia’s administrative tribunals, with two Chair appointment opportunities available at the Building Code Appeal Board and the Safety Standards Appeal Board. Read more
Canadian Architectural Practice Benchmark Survey
The Royal Architectural Institute of Canada and Canadian Architect are updating the Canadian Architectural Practices Benchmark Survey. Participate in the survey by April 21, 2023. Read more
City of Vancouver Rainwater Management and Public Health Protection Measures – Request for Feedback
The City of Vancouver is considering plumbing-related updates for new construction which would affect new developments city-wide, and is requesting feedback on the proposal. Read more
Zoning and Development By-law Amendments to Simplify Green Building Regulations
Vancouver City Council has approved in principle recommended changes for Zoning and Development By-law Amendments to simplify Green Building Regulations. Read more
Civic Agency Volunteer Opportunities
There are currently several openings on development and planning-related civic agencies. Read more