Welcome to the PIBC Peer Learning Network
Empowering planners, practitioners and partners through shared knowledge and collaboration.
What's New
PIBC is delivering three research projects to meet the needs of planners and practitioners in British Columbia.
PIBC Intelligent Inventory
PIBC has developed an inventory of local government plans and regulations powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI). This tool is intended to empower planners and practitioners to efficiently query, analyze, and compare policies and regulations between communities.
As a first step, this Intelligent Inventory includes Official Community Plans and zoning bylaws for 80 local governments in British Columbia. PIBC retained NeuraCities, in association with MODUS Planning, Design & Engagement, to undertake the work. Learn more about the PIBC Intelligent Inventory.
Free Webinar: Introduction to PIBC Intelligent Inventory (April 8)
Register and join us on April 8 for a free webinar to get introduced to and learn more about the PIBC Intelligent Inventory. Register here.
Housing Advisory Bulletins
PIBC is producing Housing Advisory Bulletins to cover three major topic areas related to recently enacted legislation in British Columbia - development economics of housing, infrastructure and community amenities, and inclusionary housing regulations and policies.
The bulletins will provide foundational information for planners and practitioners who wish to learn more about key housing concepts. PIBC retained B&A Studios, in association with City Squared Consulting and Hemson Consulting, to undertake the work. The bulletins are expected to be released in April 2026, followed by a free webinar on May 6, 2026. Registration opens soon.
Regional Support for Small-Scale Housing Delivery
PIBC has partnered with Small Housing BC to deliver this project to delve into the specific conditions, constraints and opportunities in different parts of the province in relation to delivering small-scale multi-unit housing (SSMUH). The project leverages PIBC’s Peer Learning Network resources and Chapter networks and Small Housing BC’s expertise on missing middle housing.
Small Housing BC will design and deliver regional focus group sessions comprising of planners and practitioners to identify region-specific issues and solutions. The findings will be documented in a technical memo and reported out in a Peer Learning Network webinar in the Spring.
About the PIBC PIBC Peer Learning Network
Through the PIBC Peer Learning Network (PLN), participants can:
- Share knowledge, best practices and experiences complying with recently-enacted provincial housing legislation.
- Learn about local government-initiated efforts to expand housing supply and create complete communities.
Click here to read the Ministry of Housing's official press release about the PLN and the funding provided to PIBC for its development.
PIBC INTELLIGENT INVENTORY
Search, compare, and verify OCPs and zoning bylaws in British Columbia using this first-of-its-kind AI tool built for planners.
PLN Webinars & Events
Click here to register for PLN events, including webinars and workshops, and to access PLN webinar recordings.
Resource Library
Access PLN resources including Guidance Documents from the Province of BC. You can also submit resources to share with your peers.
Learn More about the PLN
Learn more about the PLN Action Plan, including progress reports and insights from engagement surveys.
Contact PLN
Questions about the PLN and related activities? Please email peerlearning@pibc.bc.ca.
