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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.

NANAIMO
Chair: Sheila Gerritsen, P.App., AACI

OKANAGAN
Chair: Alex Steinley, P.App., CRA

THE NORTH
Dustin Lillico, P.App., CRA

Chapter Updates and Events:

FRASER VALLEY

Webinar
Provincial Housing Reforms and Development Potential: A Municipal Planning Perspective
Understanding SSMUH, TOAs, Development Rights, and Market Implications through the City of Surrey Experience


Recent Provincial housing reforms have significantly changed development opportunities across British Columbia. Using Surrey as a case study, this presentation will examine SSMUH, TOAs, OCP and zoning changes, development rights, and development finance reforms, including the transition from CACs to ACCs and evolving density bonus frameworks. Surrey provides a particularly relevant example given its rapid growth, significant development activity, major transit investments, changing housing patterns, and extensive volume of active development applications. The session will explore the implications for development potential, highest and best use analysis, and appraisal practice.

Wednesday, November 4, 2026
12:00pm – 1:00pm

Speakers
Markus Kischnick, MCIP, RPP, Senior Planner, Community Planning, City of Surrey
Sarah Robertson, MCIP, RPP, Senior Planner, Development Planning, City of Surrey

This event is free.

The registration link will be sent directly to Fraser Valley Chapter Members.

One (1) CPD credit is available for full attendance at this webinar.

KAMLOOPS

Kamloops Chapter

There are currently no events planned for the Chapter.

KOOTENAY

There are currently no events planned for the Chapter.

NANAIMO

Nanaimo Chapter

Fall Education Day – In-person
Thursday, October 22, 2026
12:00pm – 4:00pm

6374 Metral Drive
Sitka Room
Nanaimo, BC

Cost:
Designated and Retired Members: $35
Candidates and Students: Free
Non-Members: $35

Speakers:
Jason Yochim, Chief Executive Officer, VIREB
Lisa Brinkman, Planning Manager, City of Nanaimo
Jeremy Holm, Director of Planning, City of Nanaimo
Jay Walker, P.App., AACI, Appraisal Reviewer, Appraisal Institute of Canada

Jason Yochim will provide an update on current market conditions and shares his outlook for what the future may hold.

Lisa Brinkman and Jeremy Holm will provide an update on Provincial Housing Targets, including how the City of Nanaimo is progressing toward those targets, the challenges being encountered, and what they mean for the community.

 Jay Walker, P.App., AACI will take a closer look at appraisal reviews and common issues, offering practical insight into the appraisal process and areas that professionals should be aware of.

This is a great opportunity to stay informed, expand your knowledge, and connect with fellow industry professionals—all in person.

Mark your calendar and join us for a day of education, insight, and discussion.

Registration is limited to 50 seats. A registration email will be sent to all Nanaimo Chapter Members.

THE NORTH

North Chapter

There are currently no meetings or events scheduled for this Chapter.

OKANAGAN

Okanagan Chapter

There are currently no meetings or events scheduled for this Chapter.

VANCOUVER

There are currently no events planned for the Chapter.

VICTORIA

There are currently no events planned for the Chapter.