The most respected professionals in Canada were revealed in a recent poll created by Insights West. The survey was conducted between May 26 and June 2 and looked at 27 different careers. Read more
Industry News Archive
RAIC Survey
A message from the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada: Last year, the RAIC Board committed to a broader outreach and dialogue with the architectural community, as a first step toward… Read more
Illustrated Guide for Building Safe and Durable Wood Decks and Balconies
BC Housing has published a new guide called Illustrated Guide for Building Safe and Durable Wood Decks and Balconies. Download the free PDF now.
Next Edition of the BC Building Codes
The next edition of the British Columbia Building, Plumbing, and Fire Codes (BC Codes) is scheduled for targeted consultation in 2017. An appropriate transition period will apply before the next… Read more
NEW: Canadian Standard Form of Contract for Architectural Services – DOCUMENT SIX, 2017 Edition
The RAIC has released a new version of Document Six, Canadian Standard Form of Contract for Architectural Services, together with a new guide for its use. The previous 2006 edition… Read more
Save the date: World Environmental Education Congress – Special “Architecture and Green Design” theme
The WEEC Congress is back in North America after 8 years gracing other continents with its presence. WEEC 2017 will be held in Vancouver, Canada, September 9-15. Mark your calendars!… Read more
Canada Post Community Mailboxes: Single Family Homes, Townhouses and Industrial Complexes
A reminder to all practitioners that centralized mail delivery is now part of all new residential and commercial developments in Canada. Planning for the right type of service from the… Read more
How to Plan for Centralized Mail Delivery in B.C. Buildings
Centralized mail delivery is now part of all new residential and commercial developments in Canada. A Delivery Planning Standards Manual for Builders and Developers with diagrams and in depth guidance from Canada Post is available for download. Read more
Metro Vancouver Seeking Input on New Requirements for Stormwater Management
Metro Vancouver seeks your input on new minimum requirements for onsite stormwater management. The requirements would apply to new single-lot residential development (single detached, duplex, triplex) across the region. Share… Read more
New Information About the Building Act
The Province has posted two new sections of the Building Act Guide online: Section B1: What Local Governments Need to Know about the Building Act; and Appendix to B1: Changes… Read more