You will enjoy many rights and benefits as a member of British Columbia’s team of forest professionals.

Practice Rights
As a forest professional, you will be allowed to practise professional forestry in BC as outlined in the Foresters Act, the association’s bylaws, and the Guidelines on Scope of Practice for RFTs. [more]

Right to Title
The RPF and RFT designations demonstrate your level of training to your employer and the public and allow you to apply for jobs requiring these designations. [more]

BC Forest Professional Magazine
An annual subscription to BC Forest Professional magazine is included with your annual membership fee. Forest professionals read BC Forest Professional for all the latest news and information about the forestry profession. [more]

Networking & Advice
When you become one of our members, you join the largest association of forest professionals in Canada. We offer several resources to help you network with other forest professionals and find answers to your questions about professional matters. [more]

Professional Development Opportunities
Our seminars, workshops and conferences are designed to provide you with timely professional development opportunities. [more]

Liability Insurance
Professional liability insurance covers errors, omissions and negligent acts. Our provider can help you determine if professional liability insurance is right for you. [more]

Affinity Programs
Our affinity partners offer discounts to our members on a variety of products and services. [more]

Shaping the Future of the Profession
Being a member of the association enables you to stand for election to council, join committees and provide input on the direction of the association. [more]