The Architectural Institute of British Columbia (AIBC) invites submissions from those interested in speaking, participating in panel discussions, or facilitating interactive workshops at the 2020 AIBC Conference. Read more
News Archive
Volunteer Opportunity | Conference Professional Development (PD) Committee
The Conference Professional Development (PD) Committee is searching for creative and innovative individuals with knowledge of evolving architectural trends to join the Conference Professional Development (PD) Committee. Read more
Code of Ethics & Administrative Bylaws Approved
The proposed suite of Code of Ethics and Administrative Bylaws put forward for electronic vote have received the requisite 2/3 support of eligible voters that casts ballots. Read more
AIBC Scholarship & Bursary Program Expansion
We are delighted to announce that the Institute is now contributing a total of $26,600 to scholarships and bursaries at the University of British Columbia School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture, and $5,000 to academic and achievement awards in the School of Construction and the Environment at the British Columbia Institute of Technology. Read more
CES Information Session for Intern Architects
Attention all Intern Architects AIBC! You are invited to attend a free Continuing Education System (CES) Information Session on Wednesday, October 9. As previously announced, intern architects will be participants of the existing CES program, effective July 1, 2020. If you have questions about the system or its requirements, this complimentary session is for you. Read more
Regulatory Review | Terms of Engagement 101 Part III: Electronic Seals
In this Regulatory Review, we will be discussing electronic seals – including outlining their regulatory requirements, advantages and benefits, and a step-by-step guide on the process of obtaining one. Read more
Less than One Week until the Fall 2019 Oral Review Application Deadline
The application period for the Fall 2019 Oral Reviews closes in less than one week! Applications, along with a letter from the supervising architect and fees, must be received by August 20 at 4 p.m. After the closing date, AIBC Registration and Licensing staff will contact you to confirm your eligibility. Read more
Updated Call for feedback – Changes to the British Columbia Building Code 2018
There are now further proposed changes to the BC Code. Newly developed proposals for changes to carbon monoxide detectors and alarms, as well as roof-top enclosures and roof-top occupancy requirements are now available on their website for review and feedback. Please note this is entirely new code content not included in the invitation to the public review sent in June 2019. Read more
Heather Deal Named New Lieutenant Governor Appointee to AIBC Council
The provincial government has named Heather Deal as a Lieutenant Governor (LG) appointee to AIBC Council effective June 18, 2019. Read more
2019 Fall PD Series Call for Submissions Deadline Extended
The presentation proposal deadline for the 2019 Fall Professional Development Series has been extended to August 21, 2019 at 5 p.m. Read more