Publications

For a complete list of publications or to order any hard copies, please download the Publication List & Order Form (PDF).

The BCSLA publishes SITELINES, a bi-monthly newsletter which showcases work, commentary and current events of landscape in BC.
BCSLA Affiliates are eligible for discounted rates. To view rates, download the 2012 Advertising Rates (PDF). For additional advertising information or to submit an article please contact the BCSLA office.
View current and archived editions of the SITELINES Newsletter on the Sitelines website.

The BCSLA is proud to work with Naylor (Canada) Inc. to publish the SITELINES Annual Membership and Firm Roster. The Annual is a terrific resource that lists BCSLA Members, Associates, and Affiliates by name and firm. More than 1,200 copies are circulated free of charge to BCSLA Members, affiliated businesses, industry and governmental agencies. The 2012 SITELINES Annual will be circulated in early May 2012. Information requests for the 2012 SITELINES Annual will be circulated soon. Completed forms must be returned to the BCSLA office by December 30, 2011.

• BCSLA SITELINES Annual Indivdual Member Roster/
  Company Agency Infomation Request Form (PDF)
• BCSLA SITELINES Annual Affiliate Information
  Request Form (PDF)

In addition, the BCSLA contributes to and promotes other related professional publications that are of benefit to its members such as:

BC Landscape Standard — 7th Edition.  An essential reference for landscape architects, design firms, municipalities, growers and landscape installation and maintenance companies and anyone buying their services and products. Developed by the BCSLA and the BCLNA (BC Landscape and Nursery Association), the Standard establishes levels of quality and sets standards for plant production, landscape construction and maintenance. To see a preview of the BC Landscape Standard - 7th Edition, click here.

7^th Edition BC Landscape Standard- Correction 
Please note there is a correction for the 7^th edition of the BC Landscape Standard.   On page 72 in Table 6-5 Minimum Depths of Growing Medium, under 'Tree Planting Areas' the text says; 'Recommended area 10m² (108ft³) or greater.  This volume is a minimum, ISA recommends significantly greater volumes.  See Section 9 Plants and Planting.  The soil volume should reflect the severity of compaction and grading at the planting site. '

 
The text should state; 'Recommended area 10m² (108ft³) or greater.  The resulting volume of 6m³ (212ft³) is a minimum; ISA recommends significantly greater volumes.  See Section 9 Plants and Planting.  The soil volume should reflect the severity of compaction and grading at the planting site.  Where the area available at a tree exceeds 13m^2, the depth may be reduced to 45cm (18in) for that area that a soil volume of 6m³ is achieved.'

The addition is a clarification on the minimum volume of soil for planting a tree.

BC Standard for Extensive Green Roof (June 2007 Edition).  An essential reference for design professionals involved with this emerging technology. Developed by the BCSLA and the BCLNA (BC Landscape and Nursery Association), it establishes regional guidelines for all green roof components from the membrane up.

Landscape Architecture and Public Welfare
Landmark Study Defines "Public Welfare" and How Landscape Architecture Impacts It; Research Sheds New Light on Poorly Understood but Distinctive Aspect of Practice

The licensed practice of landscape architecture has seven distinct, observable impacts on public welfare according to a newly released study by ERIN Research for the Council of Landscape Architectural Registration Boards (CLARB).  The landmark report also offered a contemporary definition of public welfare (an integral part of professional licensure along with health and safety).  A special executive summary of the report can be downloaded at no cost by clicking here.

To purchase the complete Report click here.

For more information:

Veronica Meadows, CLARB Director of Communications
Phone:  571-432-0332
Email:  vmeadows@clarb.org 

2011 LARE Handbook (PDF)
This resource was created by volunteers to assist BCSLA Interns in preparing for the graphic sections of the Landscape Architectural Registration Exams (LARE). Practice vignettes are available at no charge from the ASLA website.

sitelines.org   Home of SITELINES, the bi-monthly newsletter of the BCSLA and other great resources including a web atlas of exemplary landscape architecture across the province.

The 2007 BCSLA Workplace Survey was carried out to gather information relating to the current workplace conditions of our Members. The primary purpose of the survey was to acquire current data to inform work being undertaken to update the Society's Fee Guide. In addition it is hoped that the survey will provide an invaluable insight into the profession and will arm students, employees and employers with up-to-date facts about the profession. We hope that the survey will be a useful and interesting resource for all Members of the Society and will lead to a better understanding of the profession in British Columbia.

Download the 2007 BCSLA Workplace Survey (PDF) Save the Trees: Please do not print this document unless it is essential for your use.