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March 8, 2019 is International Women’s Day. A vibrant, inclusive, and active membership is beneficial to everyone. The AIBC is committed to fostering competent, professional, diverse and engaged registrants who continue to meet the evolving needs of the public and public policy. It is important that the diversity of AIBC registrants is representative of the public they serve.  Read more

The 100th AIBC Annual Meeting will be held on May 6, 2019. This event is an opportunity to hear from your elected council, learn more about the Institute’s plans for the upcoming year, discuss areas of interest or concern, as well as catch up with colleagues and new registrants. Taking place immediately following the 100th Annual Meeting is the AIBC’s Centenary Reception, which kicks off a year of initiatives recognizing the Institute’s decades of regulation.  Read more

The Institute is looking to expand its roster of volunteer architects to serve as Oral Review Panelists. The Oral Review is a crucial step in the process for intern architects and Broadly Experienced Applicants to register as an architect with the AIBC.  Read more

Registration for the inaugural AIBC Confab 2019 – The Art of Conversation is now open! Happening on May 7, 2019 at the Vancouver Convention Centre West, this new one-day professional development event offers an interactive workshop, panel discussions, and seminars – all with the common goal of promoting conversation and a shared learning experience.  Read more

Shape the profession. Contribute to the community. Advance self-regulation. Join the AIBC Council today! Nominations are being accepted for the 2019/20 AIBC Council. Now is your opportunity to help shape the work of the public-interest body responsible for the self-governance of the architectural profession in British Columbia. Completed submissions must be received by the AIBC time stamped before 4 p.m. on March 7, 2019.  Read more

Celebrate Family Day with an AIBC Architectural Walking Tour of Gastown or Downtown! Led by experienced guides, these family friendly tours will take participants through the cobblestone alleyways and streets of the city to learn more about the buildings that make up the fabric of Vancouver.  Read more

Please note that the AIBC’s phone system is changing. You may experience delays reaching the office by phone; however, you can still reach the AIBC team by email.  Read more

The inaugural AIBC Confab is taking place on May 7, 2019, at the Vancouver Convention Centre West. If you are an out-of-town delegate, make sure to book accommodation early. The St. Regis Hotel in Vancouver is offering a special rate, available until March 7, for AIBC Confab attendees.  Read more

The AIBC has an opportunity for a motivated individual who is up for a rewarding role in a professional, public interest organization. We are seeking a full-time (open to part-time) Practice Advisor to join our dynamic and collaborative team. Reporting to the Manager of Professional Services, this position plays an important role within the Institute and will appeal to those who have a strong interest in professional regulation, the practice of architecture, and interpreting related legislative documents.  Read more

On January 14, 2019, AIBC Council approved, in principle, revised Council Rules 5: Continuing Education System (CES) and revised Council Rules 6: Designation and Admission Qualifications for AIBC Associates. The proposed revisions outline several enhancements and changes to the Continuing Education System (CES), including the introduction of Intern Architects AIBC to the CES program as of July 1, 2020.  Read more