Bertram Charles Binning (1909–1976), known as B.C. Binning, was a renowned Canadian artist, educator, and architect. Born in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Binning was recognized for his detailed line drawings and semi-abstract paintings. He studied at the Vancouver School of Decorative and Applied Arts and later pursued further education in London and New York. Binning's innovative work was influenced by his love of the B.C. Coast, often depicting nautical themes and architectural forms. A passionate educator, Binning taught at the Vancouver School of Art (now Emily Carr University) and played a key role in the development of the Department of Fine Arts at the University of British Columbia (UBC). He was instrumental in founding the UBC Festival of Contemporary Arts and helped establish the Nitobe Garden at UBC. Binning's work was internationally recognized, with notable exhibitions, including the 1954 Venice Biennale. He was made an Officer of the Order of Canada in 1971. His legacy endures through his artwork, the Binning Residence in West Vancouver, and his contributions to Vancouver’s cultural landscape.