Entry kits are now available for the 2018 Canadian Green Building Awards, a joint program of SABMag and the Canada Green Building Council. The Awards recognize excellence in the sustainable design and execution of new and renovated Canadian residential and non-residential buildings, and interiors in nine award categories. Read more
Call for Submissions: 2018 Canadian Green Building Awards
Register for the 2018 BC Building Code Update Sessions
The Architectural Institute of British Columbia and Engineers and Geoscientists BC have partnered to develop two full-day sessions on the new BC Building Code, which will be in effect December 10, 2018. Registration will open in early January 2019. Interested parties can register for one or both days. Remote access will be available to those who are not able to attend in-person. Read more
President’s Message | AIBC 2019–2023 Strategic Plan
Anchored by AIBC’s mandate, vision and values, the AIBC 2014-2018 Strategic Plan has served us well in directing the institute’s regulatory efforts. The institute’s priorities are clearly articulated in the five strategic plan goals and the supporting initiatives provide a roadmap towards achieving those goals. Read more
2018/19 AIBC Council Election Update
The Call for Nominations for election of the 2018/19 AIBC Council is quickly approaching, with an opening date of February 19. Serving on council is an opportunity to shape the work of the body responsible for regulating the profession of architecture in B.C. on behalf of the public. Learn about the reactivated Nominations Review Committee and their role in the Council Election process. Read more
Back by Popular Demand! Celebrate Family Day with an Architectural Walking Tour of Gastown
Back by popular demand, the special season preview of the AIBC Architectural Walking Tours is back this Family Day! See how heritage restoration and preservation guidelines and initiatives set up in the 1970s have transformed and renewed the historical Gastown district. Participants will gain a new appreciation for the buildings that make up the fabric of Vancouver. Read more
City of Vancouver Roundtable Workshop: Rain City Strategy
The City of Vancouver is inviting development and construction industry members to participate in a planning process to create a Rain City Strategy, which will guide how rainwater is managed and used in Vancouver. The goal is to capture and treat 90% of the rainwater that falls in Vancouver using a combination of green infrastructure and conventional pipe systems on both public and private property. Read more
In Passing: Allan Harvie Waisman
It is with much regret that the AIBC acknowledges the passing of Allan Harvie Waisman on December 20, 2017 at the age of 89. Read more
Regulatory Review | Professional Liability Insurance & the AIBC – One Year Countdown until February 1, 2019
This Regulatory Review article is intended to provide readers with a refresher on Professional Liability Insurance in relation to the AIBC, as well as provide information on what to expect before compliance with the bylaws become mandatory on February 1, 2019. Read more
Notification Period | Council Rules 8: Terms and Conditions for Mandatory Professional Liability Insurance (PLI)
AIBC Council approved, in principle, Council Rules 8: Terms and Conditions for Mandatory PLI. The notification period for Council Rules 8 will run until February 22 – members and associates are invited to share their feedback or questions through the online feedback form. Read more
Two Weeks Left to Register for the Advanced Code Knowledge Course!
Offered jointly by the Architectural Institute of B.C. and Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia, the 2018 Advanced Code Knowledge Course will prepare participants for the coming changes in the BC Building Code, as it has been updated to include provisions from the 2015 National Building Code, which will be the basis for the new 2018 BC Building Code. Read more