Natural Resources Canada is conducting a Canada-wide study to collect information about energy code compliance for buildings. The survey closes on January 2, 2023. Read more
Natural Resources Canada – Building Energy Code Compliance Study
2023 Annual Renewal of Registration
Beginning November 23, 2022, registrants will receive their 2023 Annual Renewal Invoices. Read more
Council Rules 5: Continuing Education System Approved, Implementation of Mandatory Indigenous Peoples Learning
On November 8, 2022, AIBC Council approved revised Council Rules 5: Continuing Education System (CES), and they are now in effect. Read more
2022 Firm Information Update, Registrant Information Update
The 2022 Annual Firm Update concluded on October 31. In preparation for the 2023 Annual Renewal Cycle, it’s time for registrants to review and update their individual profile information. Read more
Update on Reserved Practice
Over the past several months, the provincial government has undertaken a consultation process on the reserved practice of the profession of architecture. Read more
New Professional Practice Resources: Letters of Assurance, Certified Professional Program
The AIBC has published two new webpages: Letters of Assurance (Schedules A, B, C-A and C-B) and Certified Professional Program. Read more
Updated Zoning and Development By-law comes into effect November 14, 2022, Orientation Sessions
Vancouver City Council recently approved updates to the Zoning and Development By-law. The updated by-law contains clearer regulations, more tables and diagrams, and introduces hyperlinks and accessibility features. Simplified and more consistent regulations will make them easier to understand and apply consistently. Read more
Building and Suite Number Address Assignment Bulletin Released by City of Vancouver
The City of Vancouver recently published a Bulletin on Building and Suite Number Address Assignment. Read more
Fall 2022 Certified Professional Update Seminar Registration
The Fall 2022 CP Update Seminar is taking place on November 3, 2022, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Read more
Professional Governance Act: October 2022 Update
As we near the end of 2022, the AIBC continues to prepare for the transition to the PGA. One of the activities the AIBC has been focusing on is updating the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct. Read more