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Membership Benefits

Membership in the British Columbia Food Protection Association can help you take charge of your career. From access to cutting edge technical and scientific information, becoming a Member is your link to the food safety industry and a clearinghouse of resources. Increase the knowledge and ideas you can implement in your work environment.

Our membership consists of individuals working in government, academia and industry professionals, as well as students. The Association has many members working to advance food safety throughout British Columbia.

Benefits of Regular Membership
  • A forum for exchanging ideas, experiences and information about food safety issues from the producer to the consumer
  • Networking opportunities with others interested in the promotion of food safety and protection
  • Educational opportunities
  • BCFPA newsletter
  • Regular E-mail bulletins
  • Free job and student postings on the BCFPA website
Benefits of Sustaining Membership
  • Affiliate your company with the leading food safety organization in the world
  • Recognition of support at all BCFPA functions, on our website and in publications
  • Bronze Level entitled to one Regular membership in BCFPA for their representative
  • Silver Level entitled to one Regular and two non-voting memberships in BCFPA
  • Gold Level entitled to one Regular and four non-voting memberships in BCFPA
  • Opportunity to showcase your article in our Newsletter
  • Your logo and website link on our website
  • Opportunity to sponsor awards, door prizes, etc. at workshops and technical meetings
  • Free advertisement opportunities – options include adding your logo or advertisement in our email bulletin event announcements or Newsletter
Discounts for Non-profit Organizations

Non-profit organizations are eligible for a 40% discount on their membership dues. This may include Regular or Sustaining Membership. Proof of non-profit status may be requested in order to receive this discount. 

Summary of Sustaining Membership Benefits


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Membership Monies

  • Provide technical programs on food safety and related issues
  • Support operation of a BCFPA website
  • Support our awards program 
  • Support scholarship awards for students enrolled in food safety related fields of study
  • Support activities organized by our Student Professional Development Group and their activities 

Your BCFPA Newsletter Typically Includes

  • Articles on food safety topics
  • Overview of BCFPA activities including upcoming events
  • Spotlight on a corporate member

Membership Renewals

  • Memberships last one calendar year
  • Renewals before December will not count towards the next calendar year

Membership Discounts

Joining or renewing our association after July 1st is 50% off and will be restricted to Regular, Retired and Student Membership levels. Our Summer/Fall Membership will last from July 1st to Dec 31st. Use our discount code to get in on the deal!

Discount code: JULY 

Updated: October 7, 2025 (V2)


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