About us

MISSION STATEMENT:

To promote the profession of architecture and protect the interests of UAP members in the province British Columbia and its jurisdiction.

GOALS & OBJECTIVES:

Professional & Career Development:

To conduct training, seminars, workshops and other continuing education programs to enhance and upgrade members' technical knowledge.
To participate or host UAP conventions and/or regional meeting to promote skills and technology exchange.
To assist, advise and encourage members seeking architectural registration in the province of British Columbia through its educational and mentoring program.
To hold friendly design competitions among members on such subjects as architecture, visualizations, graphics or any other appropriate categories.
To take an active role of being an advocacy group in sponsoring and supporting programs affecting the architectural profession.

Social & Community Interaction:

To hold social fellowships and get-together affairs in the form of sports activities, picnics and dinner/dance events on special occasions as desired.
To partner with local community organizations as needed in the promotion of UAP BC Chapter programs and activities.
To sponsor projects locally or overseas that will highlight the impact of architecture in the built environment.
To grant educational scholarship or bursaries to deserving children of UAP BC Chapter members.
To educate our community on the benefits of 'green' environment and the promotion of sustainable design in our professional practice.

Employment & Networking Opportunities:

To assist and advise members of current architectural employment scenario.
To offer employment referrals and recommendations to members looking for jobs.
To participate and attend job fairs and make an active representation to showcase the competitiveness of our members.