The AIBC is responsible for establishing the standards for registration for architects, intern architects, retired architects and architectural technologists, architectural firms and temporary licensees in British Columbia.
- Become an Architect AIBC Registration with the AIBC is mandatory for architects practicing in British Columbia. To become registered, an architect must meet stringent standards established by the AIBC for those seeking entry into the profession.Read more
- Architects This section provides key information and resources for architects already registered with the AIBC. If you are not yet registered, please see 'Become an Architect AIBC'.Read more
- Intern Architects This section provides key information and resources for intern architects already enrolled in the Internship in Architecture Program (IAP) and registered with the AIBC. For more information about becoming an Intern Architect AIBC, please 'Become an Architect AIBC' section.Read more
- Architectural Technologists This section provides key information and resources for architectural technologists already registered with the AIBC. It also provides information and forms for becoming an Architectural Technologist AIBC.Read more
- Retired Architects This section provides key information and resources for retired architects already registered with the AIBC. It also provides information and forms for becoming a Retired Architect AIBC.Read more
- Firm Registrants Architectural firms operating in British Columbia must register with the AIBC and obtain a Certificate of Practice. This section contains the key information and forms to become registered with the AIBC.Read more
- Temporary Licensee (Architect) The AIBC issues temporary licences to enable architects registered in another jurisdiction outside of British Columbia to provide or to promote architectural services in British Columbia. This section provides the key information and forms to apply for a temporary licence.Read more
- Honorary Members The AIBC Honorary Membership recognizes non-architects who have made an especially noteworthy contribution to the profession of architecture in British Columbia. This section contains information key information and nomination forms for Honorary Membership.Read more
- Good Standing Good Standing has a broader definition under the Professional Governance Act than it had under the now repealed Architects Act, which is consistent with professional regulatory expectations.Read more
- Professional Mobility This section provides information for Architects AIBC who are seeking registration/licensure in another jurisdiction. If you are an architect registered in another jurisdiction and you want to register with the AIBC, please see 'Become an Architect AIBC' section.Read more
- Annual Renewal Registrants including architectural firms and temporary licensees must update/confirm their information with the Institute every year and pay annual fees as required. This section contains the key information and dates for the annual renewal process.Read more