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
News Archive
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
Fall 2019 Oral Reviews and Preparation Workshop
The next round of Oral Reviews is scheduled for September 18, September 19, and September 24. Depending on the number of applicants, supplemental Oral Reviews may be scheduled between September 24 and October 4. Read more
Alert | Recent Phishing Email Scam
It has come to the AIBC’s attention that a fraudulent email is circulating amongst the architectural community from an individual who claims to be seeking an architect to design a new house. Read more
President’s Message | Sweeping Changes in Regulation
Self-regulatory professional bodies in the province and across the country are under increasing political, public and media scrutiny. Attention has manifested in the form of reviews, audits and new legislation. This President’s Message addresses the changes to the regulatory landscape and how they would affect the profession of architecture in B.C. Read more