Professional Organizations
Architectural Institute of BC
Archeological Society of British Columbia
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.
» AABC
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.
» BCAHP
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.
Canadian Association of Heritage Planners
ICOMOS: International Council on Monuments and Sites Canada
Planning Institute of BC
The Land Conservancy
UNESCO: World Heritage Convention
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!