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AIBC Newsletter | May 5, 2022

Register for the 103^rd Annual Meeting by May 23

There are only a few weeks remaining to register for the 103^rd Annual Meeting, with registration closing on May 23. The meeting is taking place on May 31, and is an opportunity to learn more about how the Institute has fulfilled its mandate over the past year, as well as hear more about upcoming plans and initiatives. Read more.

**Dispelling Four Myths about the PGA Transition**

The AIBC appreciates registrants� patience as the AIBC works through the PGA transition. As a reminder, the timeline has been delayed to the latter half of 2022. As work continues and we near the next phase (bylaw consultation), the AIBC wants to address several myths about the transition to keep registrants apprised and informed. Read more.

Professional Practice Frequently Asked Questions Now Available

The AIBC provides architectural practice advice to registrants and the public. The service supports architectural professionals in meeting the standards of the profession. The AIBC has now published the top frequently asked questions to the website, for registrants� reference. Read more.

Less than Two Months until the June 30 CES Deadline

The Continuing Education System reporting period deadline is Thursday, June 30, 2022. The AIBC provides a variety of resources and opportunities to help CES Participants fulfill their obligations every reporting period. Read more.

AIBC Happenings

The Spring 2022 CP Update Seminar is taking place on June 3, 2022.
Architectural Walking Tour Program Update: tours will not be held in 2022.
April 24 to 30 was National Volunteer Week 2022 � thank you to all AIBC volunteers!

The refreshed AIBC Online Directory has been launched, featuring a new layout and display.
Thank you to everyone who attended Conference 2022! Share your feedback in the post-conference survey, which was emailed to attendees.

Intern Architect Happenings

The June/July Oral Review application period is now open, and closes on May 13, 2022.

AIBC Volunteer Opportunities

Municipal Advisory Design Panels: City of Duncan, City of Surrey, District of Saanich, University Endowment Lands.

Recognized Educational Provider Events

The AIBC welcomes REPs: Celerity Architectural Services Ltd, Krystaline Technology S.A., Maxxit Group.

BCIT

Finance and Governance for Green Energy Systems, May 25

Solar Electric Design, May 30
Camino Systems

Raising Flooring Standards � Raised Access Flooring, May 19

Raising Flooring Standards � Raised Access Flooring, June 2
Cascadia Windows & Doors

Navigating Emerging Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS), May 19

Mind the Gap: Better Exterior Wall Performance Through Cladding Attachments, May 26

An Active Approach to Passive House Windows, May 27

Tackling Window Pain, June 2
EPIC Training

Greening the Road: Using Rating Systems to Evaluate Your Transportation Project, May 20

Innovation in Roadway Design, Construction and Maintenance, June 1
Gaia College

Landscape Design Basics with SketchUp Pro, May 9

Growing Food, May 9

Organic Master Gardener, May 9

Organic Horticulture Specialist, May 9

Rainwater Harvesting and Management, May 9

Ecological Plant Knowledge 1, May 9

Ecological Plant Knowledge 2, May 9
Inpro

Expansion Joint Covers Overview,
May 18
JRS Engineering

City of Vancouver Rezoning Policy,
May 27
Muniak Enterprises

Building Code Tutor, ongoing
Next Level Stormwater Management

Green Roofs NutsN�Bolts, May 11

Green Roofs NutsN�Bolts, May 18

Green Roofs NutsN�Bolts, May 25

Green Roofs NutsN�Bolts, June 1

Engineering of Vegetated Roof Systems to Optimize Stormwater Management, June 2
Passive House Canada

Achieving the Passive House Standard for Existing Buildings, May 10

How to Identify and Drive Down Embodied Carbon in Buildings, June 3
RDH Building Science

From Risk to Readiness: Practical Solutions for Meeting the Existing Building Retrofit Challenge, May 17

SAFTI FIRST
Designing with Fire-Rated Glass, ongoing
UBC

Robot Made: Large Scale Robotic Timber Fabrication in Architecture, June 4
Unique Versatile

Influence of SARS-CoV-2 on Designing Functional Spaces Utilizing Tile, May 10

Influence of SARS-CoV-2 on Designing Functional Spaces Utilizing Tile, May 24
Vancouver Regional Construction Association

Mental Health First Aid, May 9

Electrical Blueprint Reading, May 10

Effective Construction Meetings and Meeting Minutes, May 10

Site Leadership, May 11

Trade Contracts: A Double-Edged Sword, May 11

CCDC-2 2020: Significant Changes and What They Mean to You, May 11

Microsoft Excel for Construction � Novice, May 11

Project Accounting & Cost Control, May 12

Construction Law, May 16

Communication Skills for Construction,
May 16

Getting Paid and Managing the Cash Flow, May 17

Responding Successfully to an RFP,
May 17

Read the Full Contract: Deep Dive into CCDC-2, May 18

CCA 1: 2021 Changes, May 18

Supervisory and Management Skills,
May 24

Change Order Management, May 25

Close Out a Construction Project, May 25

Civil Blueprint Reading, May 30

Be Afraid of Supplementaries to CCDC Contracts, May 31

Construction Business Management,
May 31

Managing Change in Construction, June 1

Lead to Succeed: Leadership Skills for Foremen, June 1

Introduction to Construction Blueprint Reading, June 1

Construction Drawings 101, June 2

Site Leadership, June 2

Building Construction: Putting it all Together, June 2
Wood WORKS! BC

Innovation in Infill, May 25

Industry News

The Mass Timber Action Plan has been launched.
British Columbia signed the Construction Codes Reconciliation Agreement under the Canadian Free Trade Agreement.

Rise for Architecture have released their national poll findings. Join the conversation by participating in their 12 question survey.

Classifieds

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CTA Architecture Design Limited � Sustainability Consultant

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