Professional Organizations

Architectural Institute of BC

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Archeological Society of British Columbia

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Archives Association of BC

The Archives Association of British Columbia represents individual and institutional members, maintains resources for the public and the archival community, and advocate for Archives in the province.

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BC Association of Heritage Professionals

BCAHP is the BC Chapter of the national Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals. Dedicated to the support of heritage in BC, the BCAHP is a diverse group representing over 20 specialties in:

• building
• architecture
• landscaping
• history
• planning
• the public sector
• archaeology
• restoration

As part of a national association, the BCAHP is able to lobby, not only within British Columbia, but also Canada-wide about relevant and current heritage issues.
Full members of the BCAHP have access to job and RFP postings, a national and provincial membership directory and informative publications.

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BC Museum Association

Founded in 1957, the British Columbia Museums Association (BCMA) supports BC’s museum, gallery, and related heritage communities through networking, advocacy, innovation, and professional development.

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Canadian Association of Heritage Planners

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Candian Museum Association

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ICOMOS: International Council on Monuments and Sites Canada

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National Trust for Canada

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Planning Institute of BC

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The Land Conservancy

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UNESCO: World Heritage Convention

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Meeting and Networking

Heritage BC hosts an Annual Conference and participates in other conferences and meetings for heritage conservation professionals in business and government. Find out more!