Guide to Letters of Assurance Revised
Following significant amendments to the Letters of Assurance in the BC Building Code effective September 2010, the Guide to Letters of Assurance has been revised.
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APEGBC Adopts National Geoscience Registration Requirements
APEGBC Council approved the adoption, effective January 1, 2011, of Geoscientists Canada’s Geocience Knowledge and Experience Requirements for Professional Registration in Canada. APEGBC’s adoption of this national document is a further step towards enhancing inter-provincial mobility.
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New Window Standards to Take Effect
The North American Fenestration Standard—a combination of the current CAN/CSA A440 Canadian standard for windows and two American standards, the AAMA 101 and Window and Door WDMA I.S.2—is the standard referenced in the 2010 edition of the National Building Code of Canada. 
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Reminder – Changes to Energy Efficiency Standards Regulation
As of January 1, 2011,  the Energy Efficiency Standards Regulation, BC Reg. 389/93, relating to the BC Energy Efficiency Act will regulate commercial, industrial, institutional and residential buildings that are five storeys and higher.
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Changes to Member Complaint Investigation Procedure Approved
Council has approved a revised complaint investigation procedure. This procedure more clearly lays out the process and the decisions involved in the handling of complaints.
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Update – Council Referral of 2010 AGM Motions
At the 2010 AGM, APEGBC members passed a number of motions for consideration by Council. Council has reviewed and referred these motions to staff and committees for further action.
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Career Listings
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President’s Awards – Call for Nominations
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2011 President’s Awards. The deadline to submit your nominations is Friday, April 15, 2011.
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Submissions Invited for 2011 APEGBC Environmental and Sustainability Awards
Nominations are now being accepted for APEGBC's Environmental Awards and Sustainability Award. The deadline for initial 500-word nominations is March 25, 2011.
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Call for Annual Conference Presenters
APEGBC is seeking presenters for technical, business, managerial and personal development topics for its 2011 conference in Kelowna, BC, October 13-15, 2011.
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Reminder – Committee Seeks Feedback on Proposed Revisions to Sustainability Guidelines
The Sustainability Committee is seeking your feedback on proposed revisions to the current APEGBC Sustainability Guidelines.
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APEGBC Affinity Program – Latest Offers Available
View some of the current discounts and offers available to you as a member of APEGBC.
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