This summer, the Architecture Foundation of British Columbia (AFBC) is hosting architectural walking tours of Vancouver’s downtown. Read more
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Participate in the BC Building Code Compliance Tool Survey
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
City of Vancouver’s New Multiplex Streamlined Permit Process
The City of Vancouver has launched a streamlined permit process for smaller multiplex projects. Read more
BC Building Code 2024: Revision 6 – Errata and Revisions Update
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
Municipal Advisory Design Panel Opportunities Now Available
The AIBC invites Architects AIBC to submit an application to serve on a municipal advisory design panel. Read more
International Credentials Recognition Act – Canadian Experience Exemption
On June 30, 2025, the AIBC was granted exemption from prohibiting the six months relevant Canadian architectural experience requirement based on criteria set out in section 5 of the International Credentials Recognition Regulation. Read more
National Model Codes – GHG Emissions Consultation
The CBHCC is seeking input on a draft policy direction to address embodied greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in new houses and buildings through future updates to the National Model Codes. Read more
Call for Submissions: Architecture Foundation of British Columbia 2025 Awards of Design Excellence
The AFBC is now accepting project submissions for the 2025 Architectural Awards of Excellence. The deadline to submit projects is 11:59 p.m. on Friday, July 25, 2025. Read more
2025 Certified Professional (CP) Course Results
The AIBC is pleased to report the results of the 2025 Certified Professional (CP) course. Read more
One Year Until the June 30, 2026, Continuing Education System (CES) Deadline
The next mandatory CES reporting period deadline is June 30, 2026, which means that CES Participants have just under one year to earn and report a total of 36 Learning Units. Read more