Learn interesting facts about Vancouver and Victoria’s built environment and how architects shape cities on the AIBC’s Architectural Walking Tours! Participants can explore key local neighbourhoods with expert AIBC guides and view iconic buildings, famous landmarks, and hidden architectural secrets. Read more
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CoV’s Zero Emissions Buildings Catalyst Tools
The City of Vancouver has shared a new initiative to advance Passion House and Zero Energy projects. In support of the City’s goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in new construction to zero by 2030, the following Zero Emissions Buildings Catalyst Tools are now in effect: Read more
2019 Certified Professional (CP) Course Announcement
Engineers and Geoscientists BC and AIBC have been offering the Certified Professional (CP) Course since 2015. The 2019 CP Course is now available for registration to those interested. This course will be based on the 2018 BC Building Code, expected to be issued summer 2018. Read more
AIBC Office Security Update
Please note that due to recent security concerns at the Institute, the AIBC has chosen to enhance its office security efforts. Effective immediately, the front glass doors on the main floor of the AIBC will remain locked, and visitors will need to be let into the main office by staff. Read more
Members Approve Administrative Bylaws 2018
The proposed suite of Administrative Bylaws 2018 put forward for electronic vote have received the requisite 2/3 support from eligible voters. Read more
Make a Difference in the Community. Have an Impact on the Profession. Volunteer for the Tariff of Fees Update Project.
Do you want to help shape the architectural community in British Columbia? Would you like to contribute to a rewarding and significant project that will impact the future of the profession? If you’re thinking “yes!”, then the Tariff of Fees for Architectural Services Update Project is for you. Read more
2018 Induction and Retirement Ceremony Recap
The 2018 Induction and Retirement Ceremony took place on June 5, 2018 at the SFU Segal Graduate School of Business. This annual event hosted by the AIBC welcomes new members and commends those who are retiring. Read more
CANstruction Vancouver is back in 2018
In support of the Greater Vancouver Food Bank (GVFB), CANstruction Vancouver is an annual competition where teams from across the Lower Mainland compete in designing and building fun, large structures made entirely out of nutritious canned foods. One hundred per cent of the proceeds of CANstruction Vancouver goes towards the GVFB, in support of the more than 27,000 members the Food Bank serves weekly. Read more
Updated AIBC Council Code of Conduct
In 2017, the Governance Committee and AIBC Staff began an initiative to review and update the Code of Conduct Including Conflict of Interest Guidelines For AIBC Council, Boards, Committees, Task Forces and Representatives. Read more
Passive House Design and Construction for Architects is Back!
The Passive House Design and Construction for Architects in partnership with Passive House Canada course is back! If you’re interested in learning more about Passive House or want to become a Certified Passive House Designer/Consultant, this three-day condensed Passive House Design and Construction course is for you. Read more