The 2018 Land Awards Gala took place on October 11, 2018, hosted by the Real Estate Foundation of BC. The winners were announced at the event and presented awards, which celebrated initiatives that demonstrated leadership, innovation, and collaboration in sustainable land use in British Columbia. Read more
2018 Land Awards – BC Energy Step Code Council
Canada and the European Union Sign Mutual Recognition Agreement
On October 26, 2018, representatives from the architectural regulatory authorities of Canada and the European Union signed a Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA), giving architects the opportunity to work across the Atlantic. Read more
Better Buildings BC: The Net-Zero Energy Ready Challenge
A new British Columbia provincial government incentive program and juried competition aims to incentivize and support net-zero energy-ready high-rise residential buildings, offices, schools and other larger buildings. Read more
Bill 49–2018: the Professional Governance Act
On October 22, the Minister of the Environment, George Heyman, introduced Bill 49–2018: the Professional Governance Act (PGA) for first reading. The PGA is new legislation that would change the way certain professions are regulated. Read more
Thank You for Completing the 2018 Firm Information Update
The 2018 Annual Firm Information Update began on October 1 and concluded on October 31. A reminder was sent to Firm Administrators regarding the deadline, as well as other pertinent information about how-to update profiles, Professional Liability Insurance, and invoices. To date, nearly 80 per cent have completed their firm information update. Read more
Proposed Suite of Council and Institute Governance Bylaws Update
With the consultation period coming to an end for the proposed suite of Council and Institute Governance Bylaws, registrants are reminded that they have until November 2, 2018 to submit feedback regarding the initiative. The Council and Institute Governance bylaws are organized into five categories: Institute Seal; Officers and Council; Boards, Task Forces and Committees; Remuneration and Expenses; and Nominations and Elections. Read more
2018 AIBC Recognition Ceremony Celebrates Outstanding Dedication to the Architectural Profession and Community
The AIBC is pleased to announce the names of those being honoured at its 2018 Recognition Ceremony. Eva Matsuzaki Honorary Member of the AIBC – a leader in the architectural profession known for pushing boundaries and thoughtful sustainable design – will receive the prestigious AIBC Lifetime Achievement Award for an outstanding career-long body of work. Read more
Bylaw Review | Council and Institute Governance Consultation Session and Member Feedback Form
The consultation period for the Council and Institute Governance Bylaws initiative will run until November 2, 2018. An in-person and online consultation session will be held at the AIBC office on Monday, October 22, 2018. Read more
AIBC Launches Redesigned Courses for Intern Architects AIBC and Broadly Experienced Applicants
In 2017, the AIBC began an extensive review of the courses offered through the Internship in Architecture Program. One of the primary objectives was to ensure that entry-to-practice competencies for registration were being met by the curriculum. Read more
2018 Annual Firm Information Update
The 2018 Annual Firm Information Update has officially begun. This important regulatory requirement keeps firm information current, and helps maintain the integrity of the AIBC Register. The online directory of architectural firms, which is available to the public, is based on the AIBC Register. The information collected during the information update is also used to issue accurate annual fee invoices. Read more