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Chapters

The Appraisal Institute of Canada – British Columbia (AIC-BC) is comprised of eight Chapters. Chapters hold meetings and offer continuing professional development and networking opportunities for chapter members throughout the year. The AIC-BC Chapters and their Chairs are below.

The AIC-BC continues to monitor the situation and orders surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic.  To support the health and safety of AIC-BC Members, to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission, and based on current Public Health information, the decision to host in-person or virtual events will be made by each Chapter’s Organizing Committee. 

FRASER VALLEY
Chair: James Ballard, CRA, P. App.
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KAMLOOPS
Chair: Bruce Krusel
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KOOTENAY
Chair: TBD*

NANAIMO
Chair: Kelly Sayers
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OKANAGAN
Chair: Cliff Smirl
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THE NORTH
Interim Chair: Sean Cranston, AACI, P. App.
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VANCOUVER
Chair: Vincent O’Dwyer
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Vice Chair: Jeremy Bramwell
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VICTORIA
Chair: Aleksandra Bednarz, AACI, P. App.
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*Information will be updated when received from Chapter.

Chapter Updates and Events:

FRASER VALLEY

Fraser Valley Chapter – SAVE THE DATE!
Diversification – Why Depreciation Reports should be on your radar.

April 3, 2024
12:00pm – 1:00pm

Registration will be available to AIC-BC Fraser Valley Chapter Members only.

Overview
Ever wonder how you can expand your professional reach? Why are appraisers ideal for conducting Depreciation Reports? What benefits does this offer me? What essential knowledge should I possess? What resources are at my disposal? How can I acquire expertise? Who can I target for this type of work?

Depreciation Reports entail advising condominiums on funding strategies to repair and replace their shared assets. These reports are mandated by various provincial statutes, and necessitate regular updates. This seminar provides an overview, catering to beginners, seasoned professionals, and all skill levels, to aid in expanding your practice through Depreciation Reports and Reserve Fund Studies.

Speaker
Terry Dowle, P. App., AACI, CRP, RI
Terry has been involved in the Real Estate Consulting industry since 1989. He is a founding partner in NLD Consulting, a firm completing Depreciation Reports and Reserve Studies in British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. Terry is currently an instructor of two PDP seminars with the Greater Vancouver Realtors. Terry presents these seminars the throughout the Province. He has presented at the AIC National Convention on Depreciation Reports and collaborated with Sauder School of Business on the subject. He is an Advisor to the Housing Policy Branch of the Provincial Government. He has personally completed hundreds of studies throughout the Province.

More information coming soon.


Fraser Valley Chapter – SAVE THE DATE!
Chapter Annual Meeting

May 21 – 24, 2024 Exact day to be determined.

This will be an in-person meeting. 

More information coming soon.

Registration
Open to Fraser Valley Chapter Members only.
Please watch your inbox for the registration email.

KAMLOOPS

Kamloops Chapter
Chapter Annual Meeting 

April 16, 2024
5:30pm – 8:00pm

Location
Romeo’s Kitchen – Coast Hotel
1250 Rogers Way
Kamloops, BC

Speaker
Mona Murray, Managing Broker, Coldwell Banker Kamloops Realty

Mona will discuss trends in leasing and current rates for commercial, office and industrial products. Event fee includes Dinner. Please Include dinner choice when you register.

Cost
$30.00 + GST

Registration Deadline
April 10, 2024

Registration
Open to Kamloops Chapter Members only.
Please watch your inbox for the registration email.

KOOTENAY

Kootenay Chapter

There are currently no meetings scheduled.

NANAIMO

Nanaimo Chapter – SAVE THE DATE!
Chapter Annual Meeting

April 11, 2024

This will be an in-person meeting. 

More information coming soon.

Registration
Open to Nanaimo Chapter Members only.
Please watch your inbox for the registration email.

THE NORTH

North Chapter – SAVE THE DATE!
Chapter Annual Meeting

Date:
Friday, May 3, 2024 

Time/Type (Virtual/In-person) to be determined.

More information coming soon.

Registration
Open to Vancouver Chapter Members only.
Please watch your inbox for the registration email.

OKANAGAN

Okanagan Chapter

There are currently no meetings scheduled.

 

VANCOUVER

Vancouver Chapter
Candidate Focused Workshop and Luncheon

Thursday, April 25, 2024
11:30am – 3:00pm PST

Flota Seafood Restaurant
180 Kefer Street
Vancouver, BC V6A 1X4

Overview:
This is a candidate only workshop which includes lunch at one of Vancouver’s premier Dim Sum restaurants. The event is designed to help CRA and AACI Candidates at all stages of their candidacy.  This comprehensive workshop will concentrate on the First Principles of Value and Preparing the AEP progress reports, how to be successful in the Work Product Review process, and tips for success in the final exam. The Vancouver Chapter is hosting and significantly subsidizing the event. The event venue is located within 800 meters of the Main Street SkyTrain with free parking for all attendees.

Speaker:
Dan Wilson, B. Comm, P.App, AACI (Fellow), RI, CRP
Principal/Senior Appraiser, Jackson & Associates Valuation & Advisory Services


Vancouver Chapter – SAVE THE DATE!
Chapter Annual Meeting

Date:
Thursday, May 30, 2024 – Virtual
12:00pm – 1:00pm PST

More information coming soon.

Registration
Open to Vancouver Chapter Members only.
Please watch your inbox for the registration email.

VICTORIA

Victoria Chapter SAVE THE DATE!
Chapter Annual Meeting

April 22 – 26, 2024 Exact day to be determined.

This will be an in-person meeting. 

More information coming soon.

Registration
Open to Victoria Chapter Members only.
Please watch your inbox for the registration email.