MEMBERSHIP

Thank you for your interest in the Association Of Filipino Canadian Accountants, BC Chapter (AFCA-BC)

Our membership includes designated accountants and students with various accounting bodies in Canada, United States and the Philippines and are working in various capacities in private industry, education, government and not for profit organizations.

To qualify for Regular Membership:

1 ) You must be of Filipino ancestry and you are either

a) A designated accountant.
b) Holder of a University/College degree.
c) Enrolled in an accounting designation program.
d) Employed or engaged in a business related to the accounting field.

2) Agrees to abide by the By-Laws and rules established by the Association.

Other than full Regular Memberships, we also accept Affiliate and Auxiliary Memberships.

WHY IT PAYS TO BE A MEMBER

Expand your network of friendships, professional, and business contacts
Access relevant and cost effective continuing professional education and development courses
Benefit from mentors and member insights to accounting careers in Canada
Learn transition strategies to Canadian business culture, professional ethics, and career life balance
Develop facilitation and team building skills through active participation in committees
Gain confidence in presentations and public speaking
Enhance leadership skills by serving as a volunteer officer or director
Participate in group social events (e.g. annual summer picnic and Christmas party)

Benefits

TYPES OF MEMBERSHIPS

Regular

Is of Filipino descent.
One of the following:
- Is a designated accountant.
- Holder of University / College accounting degree.
- Enrolled in an accounting designation program.
- Employed and engaged in an accounting related field.
Has applied for membership as a Regular Member in accordance with the By-Laws and has paid the prescribed membership fee.
Has agreed to abide by the By-Laws and rules of the Association.

Annual membership dues - $40

Affiliate

Is not of Filipino descent.
Is a designated accountant, or a holder of University / College accounting degree, or enrolled in an accounting designation program, or employed and engaged in accounting related field.
Has applied for membership as an Affiliate Member in accordance
with the By-Laws.
Has agreed to abide by the By-Laws and rules of the Association.

Annual membership dues - $30

Auxiliary

Is the spouse or partner of a Regular Member or Affiliate Member.

Annual membership dues - None

Honorary

Membership awarded as a lifetime achievement or in acknowledgment of significant contributions to the organization.

Annual membership dues - None