On November 5, 2019, AIBC Council approved, in principle, Council Rules 4: Council Elections. As part of the Council and Institute Governance Bylaw initiative, several bylaws were amalgamated into a single bylaw – Bylaw 22.0: Election Procedures (PDF). The amended Bylaw 22.0 authorizes the detailed mail ballot and dispute resolution processes to be outlined in Council Rules rather than in bylaws. As such, several revisions have been proposed for Council Rules 4: Council Elections. Read more
News Archive
Invitation to Participate in NRC Public Review
The National Research Council of Canada has launched a Public Review that will run from October 22 to December 23, 2019. The Public Review provides an opportunity to provide feedback on proposed changes to Codes Canada Publications. Read more
2019 Certified Professional (CP) Course Results
The AIBC is pleased to report the results of the 2019 Certified Professional (CP) course. Read more
New, Earlier Opening Date for the 2020/21 AIBC Council Call for Nominations
The Call for Nominations as part of the 2020 Council Election will open on December 10, 2019. Registrants will notice the call is opening earlier than previous years. This was introduced to provide members with ample time to consider submitting a nomination to serve on the 2020/21 AIBC Council. In addition, beginning the Call for Nominations earlier supports the work of the Council Recruitment Task Force. Read more
New Discipline Notice and Illegal Practice Notice Announcement
Please be advised that the AIBC has retitled “GreenSheet” to “Disciplinary Notice”. In addition, an “Illegal Practice Notice” is now being introduced. Read more
Revision 2 of the BC Building Code Update
Revision 2 of the BC Building Code has been approved. These changes will be effective December 12, 2019, and apply to building permits applied for on or after this date. Read more
2019 Firm Information Update – Thank You!
The 2019 Annual Firm Information Update took place from October 1 to 31. Firm Administrators were sent reminders regarding the deadline and other pertinent information throughout the month – thank… Read more
Winning 2019 AFBC Architectural Awards Projects Showcase Impressive Width and Breadth of Work
The winners of the 2019 AFBC Architectural Awards were announced at a ceremony held on November 4, 2019. Eight awards were presented in four categories, representing outstanding and exceptional work from the architectural community in British Columbia. Read more
AIBC Practice Notes Now AIBC Practice Guidelines
The AIBC is changing the name of the “Practice Notes” to “Practice Guidelines”. The new title is more aligned with industry standards and naming conventions of other regulators. While the name is now different, the intention of the material remains the same – to provide guidance on specific architectural practice topics. Read more
The AIBC’s Recognized Educational Provider (REP) Program
The deadline for the current CES reporting cycle is June 30, 2020 – that means there are only eight months left to earn and report 36 Learning Units! The AIBC provides a variety of resources and opportunities to help ensure CES Participants are able to fulfill their obligations each and every reporting period, including the Recognized Educational Provider (REP) program. This article will provide an overview of the REP program, and how it can help CES Participants meet their learning requirements. Read more