Electronic-voting for the 2018 AIBC Council election is now open! All members and honorary members are highly encouraged to cast their e-ballot. Your active participation is crucial for both the governance of the Institute, as well as the profession of architecture in British Columbia. Read more
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C40 Reinventing Cities Competition
The City of Vancouver is inviting architects, urban planners, designers, developers, entrepreneurs, environmentalists, start-ups, neighbourhood collectives, innovators and artists to come forward with creative proposals to transform 1.5 acres of centrally located City-owned property in the False Creek Flats through the C40 Reinventing Cities Competition. Read more
In Passing: Ben Peterson
It is with much regret that the AIBC acknowledges the passing of Benjamin Peterson on March 15, 2018, at the age of 94. Read more
Spring 2018 Oral Review Dates and Preparation Workshop
The next round of Oral Review dates are scheduled for June 12, 13, and 20. Visit the Internship website for complete details and to download the application form. Additional Oral… Read more
Architectural Excellence Featuring Community Involvement Celebrated at 2018 AIBC Architectural Awards
The Architectural Institute of British Columbia (AIBC) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2018 Architectural Awards, which took place on Thursday, April 19. Thirteen awards were presented in five categories; the winning structures represented an impressive width and breadth of projects, including everything from a state-of-the-art hot water boiler facility at UBC to a dynamic community centre in Invermere, British Columbia. Read more
AIBC Council Meeting Summary–March 19, 2018
At the March 19, 2018 council meeting, the following items were discussed: Read more
City of Vancouver Green Infrastructure Survey
The City of Vancouver is inviting interested parties to participate in a survey which will help guide how the City moves forward in using green infrastructure to improve water quality, increase resiliency, and enhance the livability of Vancouver. Read more
National Volunteer Week 2018: A Big Thank You to Our Dedicated Volunteers!
It’s National Volunteer Week! This is a time to celebrate and thank the many invaluable volunteers who contribute thousands of hours of their time each year, and who are critical to the success of both the profession of architecture in British Columbia and the Institute. AIBC volunteers help shape the profession, contribute to the community and further self-regulation. In 2017, volunteers dedicated nearly 8000 volunteer hours to the AIBC, and for that, we are truly grateful. Read more
City of Vancouver’s Update on Accessible Path of Travel Policy Review
Since the December 2016 Open House, the City of Vancouver’s Planning and Building staff have completed further policy work looking at the feasibility of providing an exterior accessible path of travel to low-density housing types and related adaptability regulations in the Vancouver Building By-law. Read more
BC Hydro Commercial New Construction Survey
BC Hydro is conducting a survey to better understand the current state of the commercial new construction industry in British Columbia, particularly regarding the building and operating of high-performance and energy efficient buildings. Read more