Timeline

“From the President’s Desk” – architectureBC
Reference to the AIBC taking on a lead role in updating the Architects Act.

“From the Executive Director’s Desk” – architectureBC
Discussion of proposed revisions to the Architects Act for Council to consider and bring forward to the provincial government.

Proposed changes to Architects Act provided by Government Relations Task Force to AIBC Council for review.

2002 AIBC Annual Report

• President’s Report

• Government Relations Task Force Report

Member Survey on Architects Act (results of which were distributed to all members with the summer edition of architectureBC).

Letter of Intent sent to Ministry of Advanced Education.

“President’s Corner” – architectureBC
Legislative change identified as a top priority for AIBC Council in the coming year.

“From the Executive Director’s Desk” – architectureBC
Reference to work of AIBC Council and Government Relations Task Force at ASTTBC and BDIBC meetings.

AIBC President Stuart Howard and Executive Director Dorothy Barkley initiate meetings with representatives of BDIBC, DCSLA and IDIBC regarding expanded membership.

“President’s Corner” – architectureBC
AIBC Council President Stuart Howard references a draft document for submission to the provincial government.

“From the Executive Director’s Desk” – architectureBC
Update on the efforts of the Government Relations Task Force and its focus on act renewal.

AIBC Council President Stuart Howard, member Peter Levar and Executive Director Dorothy Barkley take part in a panel discussion at BDIBC’s Annual Meeting to discuss inclusion of building designers under a revised Architects Act.

First draft of proposed changes to Architects Act posted on AIBC web site for member comment and input.

Backgrounder and copy of draft act provided to all members for feedback.

An AIBC submission to the provincial government, titled “The Self-Regulating Practice of Architecture in BC”, proposes the expansion of AIBC membership and the creation of limited license practitioners.

“What’s New?” – architectureBC
Reference to positive discussions with representatives of Architectural Technologists, Interior Designers and Landscape Architects regarding inclusion under a revised Architects Act.

AIBC incorporates member feedback to produce first version of proposed new Architectural Professions Act for the consideration of the Ministry of Advanced Education.

“What’s New?” – architectureBC
Update to members on draft revisions and ongoing discussions with other professional bodies.

AIBC Council’s Government Relations Task Force merges with its Task Force.

“Viewpoint” – architectureBC
In a column titled “Not Just an Architect”, Designer Steven Cox speaks the to the multidisciplinary nature of the profession and the logic of including related professions under the AIBC umbrella.

“Letters to the Editor” – architectureBC
Members respond both in support and opposition to expanded membership.

AIBC Annual Conference: “Architecture and Humanity”

• Featured panel presentation on proposed changes to the Architects Act.

• Annual Meeting member forum

AIBC Annual Report

• President’s Report

• Executive Director’s Report

• Government Relations Task Force Report

• Task Force Report

AIBC Council representatives Stuart Howard, Grant Longhurst, and David Wilkinson, along with Executive Director Dorothy Barkley, continue to meet with Ministry of Advanced Education.

Memorandum of Understanding signed with both the Building Designers’ Institute of British Columbia and the Interior Designers’ Institute of British Columbia, forming a new joint task force to bring about legislative change including expanded membership in the AIBC.

AIBC hosts a meeting with representatives of the Ministry of Advanced Education to discuss new legislation.

“Executive Director’s Message” – architectureBC
A progress report on dealings with the provincial government regarding the proposed new Architectural Professions Act.

AIBC Annual Conference: “Making a Difference: Architecture in the Pacific Northwest”

• Minister of Advanced Education Murray Coell provides an update as part of the Lunch with The Minister event prior to the Annual Meeting

AIBC 2006 Annual Report

• President’s Report

• Executive Director’s Report

• Government Relations Task Force Report

• Task Force Report

BC Business article on proposed Architectural Professions Act.

AIBC hosts a meeting for its Task Force (including representation from the AIBC, BDIBC and IDIBC) with the Honourable Murray Coell, Minister of Advanced Education and other ministry representatives.

A detailed status report on proposed changes to the Architects Act sent to all BDIBC members.

“President’s Message” – architectureBC
AIBC Council President David Wilkinson reiterates the institute’s commitment to leading the way in modernizing the Architects Act.

Design Quarterly article outlining the goals of the AIBC’s Task Force.

“President’s Message” – architectureBC
AIBC Council President David Wilkinson focuses on the proposed new Architectural Professions Act, including expanded membership and new, closer relationships with BDIBC and IDIBC.

AIBC hosts another meeting with Task Force representatives and Ministry of Advanced Education representatives, including Minister Murray Coell.

Special presentation at AIBC Vancouver Island Chapter Meeting.

AIBC Council passes motions to formally create Associate Member categories for Building Designers and Interior Designers, as well as to recognize each through representation as non-voting members on AIBC Council.

AIBC Council hosts an open information session for members as well as those in the broader design community.

The provincial government introduces Bill 10, which includes changes to the Architects Act such as provisions that allow the AIBC to establish areas of specialization.

Vancouver Sun article on expanded AIBC membership and proposed new legislation.

AIBC begins accepting applications from building designers and residential designers to transfer membership from BDIBC to the AIBC.

A welcome letter is sent to all new BD / RD registrants.
The AIBC takes steps to reserve the titles Architect.AIBC, Architectural Technologist.AIBC, Building Designer.AIBC, Residential Designer. AIBC and Interior Designer.AIBC (as well as their related designations) under Canadian trademark legislation.

“President’s Message” - architectureBC
AIBC Council President provides an update on the legislative change agenda, including acceptance of BDIBC members.

Details Magazine (IDIBC)
• article outlining the goals and progress of the Task Force for Legislative Renewal

Representatives of the AIBC and APEGBC (Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of BC) meet with the Ministry of Advanced Education staff in Victoria.

AIBC Annual Conference: “Collaboration: Singular Perspectives, Shared Vision”

A dedicated panel discussion on the Task Force for Legislative Renewal as well as an information booth and conference-long information campaign on the proposed new legislation.

A status report as part of President’s Message at Awards Gala, with additional comments from Minister of Advanced Education
Murray Coell.

Extensive discussion at Annual Meeting.

AIBC 2007 Annual Report
• President’s Report
• Executive Director’s Report
• Task Force for Legislative Renewal Report

Ongoing information sessions and workshop for new registrants.
Legislative change addressed as part of special Interior Chapter Meeting.

“AIBC Update” – architectureBC: detailed information on the history and progress of the Task Force for Legislative Renewal.

AIBC Submission to the Ministry of Advanced Education: “Rationale for Change”

AIBC hosts an orientation session for ATs and new members, including recent BDIBC transfers.

Island Chapter Update – consultation

AIBC Council holds a special meeting to discuss the merits of the proposed new Architectural Professions Act.

Proposed Legislation Workshop (1)

Proposed Legislation Workshop (2)

AIBC Annual Meeting

Continuance of the Annual Meeting