This is public and Registrant notification that the updated AIBC Bylaws, including two new Professional Standards, are now in effect. Read more
News Archive
Institute Executive Update
The following is an announcement from the AIBC’s Chief Executive Officer and Registrar, Mark Vernon. Read more
2025 AIBC Holiday Hours
The AIBC office will close for the holidays on December 23, 2025 at 5 p.m. and will re-open on January 2, 2026 at 9 a.m. The AIBC website will remain accessible, including the Annual Fee Payment webpage. Read more
Updated Architecture Reciprocity Agreement Signed by Canada and the U.S.
The reciprocity agreement between the United States (NCARB) and Canada (ROAC) has been updated, and is going into effect on January 15, 2026. Read more
Get Ahead of CES Requirements with the Recognized Educational Provider (REP) Program
Through the AIBC’s REP Program, the Institute works with professional associations, educational institutions, architectural firms, and other external organizations to provide a variety of external professional development opportunities for CES Participants. Read more
AIBC Discipline Notice | December 1, 2025
The Discipline Notice publishes findings and admissions of unprofessional conduct by AIBC Registrants. Read more
2026 Annual Renewal of Registration
Beginning November 26, Registrants will receive their 2026 Annual Renewal Invoices via email. As mandated by the AIBC Bylaws, annual renewal fees must be paid in full by February 1. Read more
Power Outage – AIBC Offices (November 25, 2025 – Now Restored)
There is currently a power outage in downtown Vancouver, which is impacting the AIBC Offices. Read more
Bill M 216 – Professional Reliance Act
In October 2025, a private member’s bill (Bill M-216, Professional Reliance Act) was introduced. The bill has passed second reading and is now proceeding to committee stage, which includes an invitation for feedback from the public. Read more
New City of Vancouver Online Permit Application System
The City of Vancouver is introducing a new online permit application system that’s designed to help speed up approvals. Read more