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
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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
2018 Annual Meeting – Call for Member Motions
The Members’ Forum is an opportunity to raise, discuss and debate issues of interest or concern to the profession. The forum takes place before the end of the Annual Meeting, time permitting. Members are invited to submit a motion by April 26, 2018. Read more
Passive House for High-Rise: Design Strategies from New York and Seattle Session
Passive House is rapidly becoming mainstream lexicon for design professionals. With the implementation of the BC Energy Step Code and Vancouver’s Zero Emission Building Plan, it is no wonder that Passive House has been gaining a lot of attention in this city. While the Passive House standard started with single-family homes, it is now shifting to a form which is very relevant to Vancouver: larger scaled high-rise towers. Read more
2018 Council Election E-Vote Information and Council Nominees Announcement
The 2018 AIBC Council Election is coming up! The e-vote will open on April 16 at 9 a.m., with an email notification being sent to eligible voters. The e-vote will close on May 7 at 12 p.m. Election results will be announced at the Annual Meeting, which is taking place on May 7 between 3 and 5 p.m. at the Vancouver Convention Centre West. Read more