Dear Colleagues, I hope everyone enjoyed the summer, and had an opportunity to rest and recharge. AIBC Council and staff have been busy with particular focus on drafting our next five-year Strategic Plan. In my last President’s Message, I expressed that the AIBC would be conducting an environmental scan as one of the first steps – you shared, and we listened. Read more
President’s Message | AIBC 2019–2023 Strategic Plan Update
September 2018 PayPal Scam
On September 12, 2018, it was brought to our attention that a scam email which appears to be from PayPal was in circulation. The spoof email states that the AIBC was sent $367.50 from the recipient’s account. This is a scam. Read more
Adoption of the 2018 BC Building and Plumbing Code
The Province has adopted the 2018 edition of the British Columbia Building Code, including Book II Plumbing Services (BC Building and Plumbing Code). The new BC Building and Plumbing Code will be effective December 10, 2018 and will apply to building permits applied for on or after that date. The BC Fire Code is anticipated to be adopted in the fall of 2018 and effective December 10, 2018. Read more
Joint AIBC/EGBC Professional Practice Guidelines – Whole Building Energy Modelling Services Now Available
On August 15, 2018, the joint Architectural Institute of British Columbia and Engineers and Geoscientists BC Professional Practice Guidelines – Whole Building Energy Modelling Services were published by the two associations. They were developed with funding and support from BC Hydro, the City of Vancouver and BC Housing. Read more
In Passing | Henry Hawthorn Retired Architect AIBC
It is with much regret and sadness that the AIBC acknowledges the passing of Henry Hawthorn Retired Architect AIBC on July 4, 2018, at the age of 79. Read more
Point Ellice House Request for Proposal
The Point Ellice House in Victoria B.C. is now receiving offers from organizations to occupy and manage the house, as it will no longer be operating as a museum. More information on the building can be found at pointellicehouse.com. Read more
Attend Royal Architectural Institute of Canada National Forum
The leadership of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC) invites you to a national forum in Vancouver on August 21 to explore challenges, opportunities, and new directions for architecture in British Columbia and Canada. Read more
Administrative Bylaws 2018 Now in Effect
Supported by members and honorary members in the most recent electronic vote, the AIBC’s Administrative Bylaws 2018 have successfully passed the provincial government’s “disallowance” period and are now in effect. Read more
AIBC Summer Architectural Walking Tours on Now! Book Online Today.
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
Reminder: Mid-year Information Update for the Annual Renewal of Registration
Now that August is here it’s time for registrants to update both their individual and firm profile information for the mid-year information update. Read more