The City of Vancouver is seeking feedback on proposed Groundwater Protection Area Requirements. Read more
News Archive
Regulatory Review | Understanding the Use of the Architect’s Seal (Part 1)
In December 2024, the AIBC published a new regulatory resource: Practice Guideline: Use of the Architect’s Seal, which replaced repealed Bulletin 60 and Bulletin 61. This Regulatory Review examines key concepts outlined in the Practice Guideline – specifically, reinforcing the types of documents that must be sealed and providing clarity on Direct Supervision requirements. Read more
2026 Certified Professional (CP) and Advanced Code Knowledge Courses Now Open for Registration
Registration is now open for the 2026 Certified Professional (CP) Course and the Advanced Code Knowledge (ACK) Course, which are based on the 2024 BC Building Code and the 2019 Vancouver Building By-law. Read more
Scheduled IT Maintenance – Friday, September 12
Please be advised that scheduled IT maintenance will be taking place this Friday, September 12 from 5–6 p.m. Read more
Infrastructure Projects Act Engagement
The BC Ministry of Infrastructure is seeking input on the recently introduced Infrastructure Projects Act. Read more
Ministry of Housing and Municipal Affairs Drawing Guidelines Survey
The Ministry of Housing and Municipal Affairs invites you to complete this short survey to share your perspective on the value of the Province developing new guidance on the preparation and submission of residential permit drawings to reduce errors and improve project timelines. Read more
Survey on Digitalization of Construction Regulations
Participate in a survey on the digitalization of Construction Regulations. Read more
AIBC Conference 2026 Call for Submissions
The AIBC invites submissions from those interested in speaking, participating in panel discussions, or facilitating workshops at AIBC Conference 2026. The deadline to submit a proposal is October 27, 2024. Read more
New Public Appointee to the AIBC Board: Lara Gregurić
The provincial government has named Lara Gregurić as a public appointee to the AIBC Board, by way of a Lieutenant Governor Order in Council, effective June 18, 2025. Read more
AIBC Information Session for the Exam for Architects in Canada (ExAC) 2025
The AIBC is holding a complimentary information session on September 11 at 12 p.m. for all Exam for Architects in Canada (ExAC) applicants. Read more