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Construction Business
B.C. standard AE contracts released
B.C. organizations announce the release of standard contracts for architectural and engineering design assignments.
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AIBC transitions to new governance act
The Architectural Institute of British Columbia is officially under the authority of the Professional Governance Act.
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AIBC dispels myths about PGA transition
As work continues on the transition to the Professional Governance Act (PGA) in B.C., AIBC is addressing several myths.
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The mass timber “wave” in North America
North America is experiencing a resurgence in the use of wood in construction with particular interest in building taller with mass timber.
Construction Business
Mass timber guidelines for B.C. engineers, architects
Engineers and Geoscientists BC and AIBC have published new guidelines for designing mass timber buildings up to 12 storeys.
Design Quarterly
AIBC: Professional Governance Act update
The Professional Governance Act is now in full effect. AIBC will be governed by the new act in early 2022 which introduces new requirements.
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Architects transition to Professional Governance Act
On July 14, the B.C. government advised AIBC that the profession of architecture will be moving under the Professional Governance Act (PGA).
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Responding to the coronavirus crisis
The COVID-19 crisis presents challenges for architects and AIBC has received feedback about how the profession should respond.
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AIBC keeps architects informed during COVID-19
AIBC has been closely monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic, and set up a new webpage to provide updates and information to members.
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2019 AFBC Architectural Awards announced
The Architecture Foundation of B.C. (AFBC) Architectural Award winners were announced November 4, 2019. Eight awards were presented in four categories.
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AIBC recognizes exceptional contributions
Vancouver architects Nicholas Bevanda and Terence Williams will be awarded Lifetime Achievement Awards at AIBC’s 2019 Recognition Ceremony.
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Sweeping changes in regulation
The AIBC president looks at regulation changes and how self-regulatory professional bodies are under increasing political, public and media scrutiny.
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AIBC grants two Honorary Membership
The Architectural Institute of British Columbia (AIBC) has conferred the status of Honorary Member of the AIBC on Susan Morris and James Starck.
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AIBC and AFBC sign Memorandum of Agreement
The Architectural Institute of British Columbia (AIBC) and the Architecture Foundation of British Columbia (AFBC) have signed a Memorandum of Agreement.
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AIBC recognizes outstanding dedication
Outstanding dedication to the architectural professional and community will be celebrated at AIBC’s 2018 Recognition Ceremony.
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B.C. Professional Reliance Review raises concerns
Regulated professions in the province of British Columbia are under intense scrutiny right now by the government, according to Mark Vernon, CEO of AIBC.
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AIBC calling for Architectural Awards submissions
AIBC is calling for submissions for the 2018 AIBC Architectural Awards Program. Winners will be celebrated on April 19, 2018.
