AIBC Newsletter | February 5, 2026

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2026 AIBC Board Election Call for Nominees Now Open

The Nomination Committee is now accepting nominee applications from
Architects AIBC for the 2026 Board election. The application deadline is
February 24, 2026, and all Architects AIBC in Good Standing are encouraged to get involved with the governance of the Institute. More information about the opportunity can be found on the AIBC website. Read more.

2026 Oral Exam Schedule Now Available

The 2026 Oral Exam Schedule is now available for Intern Architects AIBC and Broadly Experienced Applicant candidates on the AIBC website. The Oral Exams will be delivered both virtually (Winter/Fall) and in-person (Spring). Candidates are encouraged to review the Oral Exam Candidate Guidebook. Read more.

AIBC Volunteer Program Opportunities Available

The AIBC is currently seeking individuals for several volunteer opportunities, including Mentors and Oral Examiners. More information about the volunteer roles can be found on the AIBC website. Read more.

AIBC Session at BUILDEX Vancouver 2026

BUILDEX Vancouver 2026 is taking place on February 11 and 12, and the AIBC is jointly presenting the session “The Professional Seal: Authentication, Accountability, and Assurance” at the event. AIBC Registrants are eligible to receive a discount. Read more.

AIBC Happenings
  • The deadline for Annual Renewal Fees was February 1. If still unpaid, your registration is no longer in Good Standing, and your Fee has increased by 25 percent.

  • Notarius, the provider of digital seals to the Institute for Architects AIBC, has undertaken a rebrand and is now operating under the name “Portage CyberTech”.

AIBC Professional Conduct and Discipline Matters

The AIBC publishes findings and admissions of unprofessional conduct by AIBC Registrants. Below are the most recent publications:

  • Aryo Falakrou Architectural Technologist AIBC

  • James Hargreaves Architect AIBC

Intern Architect Happenings
  • Applications are now being accepted for the Michael A. Ernest Retired Architect AIBC Bursary for Intern Architects AIBC. The deadline to apply is March 20, 2026.
  • The 2026 Oral Exam schedule is now available for Intern Architects AIBC and Broadly Experienced Applicant candidates.

AIBC Volunteer Opportunities
  • Municipal Advisory Design Panels: City of Duncan, City of Victoria.
  • Mentorship of an Intern Architect AIBC
  • Qualifications Advisory Group
  • Oral Exam Panelists

Recognized Educational Provider Events

The AIBC welcomes REPs: Canaropa, C-INTECH, International Fireproof Technology, Martin Roy and Associates, Ventex, We Light, WHM Structural Engineers.

  • BC Wood Specialties Group

    Red Cedar Shakes & Shingles: Identification, Application and Benefits, February 13

    Thermally Modified Pacific HemFir, February 24

    Innovations in Prefabricated Wall & Roof Panel Systems for Wood Construction, February 27

  • Cascadia Windows & Doors

    Closing the Gap: Leveraging Cladding Attachments to Deliver High-Performance Exterior Wall Assemblies, February 10

    Window of Opportunity: Leveraging Passive House Windows in Commercial & Residential Buildings, February 18

    From Restoration to Innovation: Leveraging Rehabilitation ‘Lessons Learned’ to Drive Adoption of High-Performance Building Envelope Products, February 23

    Wildfire Resistance: Window Strategies for Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Design, March 4

  • Construction Specifications Canada Vancouver Chapter

    Effective Approaches to Acoustical Challenges in Mass Timber Buildings, February 6

  • RAIC

    CHOP CHAT Chapter 3.10 Appendix C, February 12

    CHOP CHAT Chapter 3.10 Appendix D, February 19

    Debunking Common Myths in Cavity Batt Insulation, February 20

    Human Capital as the True Driver of Firm Value + Next Gen Success, February 25

    CHOP CHAT Chapter 4.1, February 26

    CHOP CHAT Chapter 4.2, March 4

    Effective Masonry Specifications, Details, and Constructability, March 6

  • Sawchuk Accessible Solutions

    Accessible Washrooms – Residential: Best Practice, March 3

  • Township of Langley

    Builder Forum Series: Part 3 Step Code Impact and EV Charging, February 19

Industry News

  • The Canadian Board for Harmonized Construction Codes has released the 2025 editions of the National Model Codes.

Call for Entries

  • Call for Entries: 2026 Canadian Green Building Awards. Deadline: March 6, 2026.

Upcoming Events

  • BUILDEX Vancouver 2026, hosted by Informa – February 11 and 12, 2026. AIBC Registrants are eligible to receive a discount.

Classifieds
  • Station One Architects Ltd. – Intern Architect
  • MJM Architect Inc. – Project Manager
  • Studio 531 Architects Inc. – Architect
  • Arc Studio Architecture Ltd. – Architectural Technologist

In Passing

  • Douglas (Doug) Hamming Architect AIBC

     

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