Deputy Registrar's Report

In January 2005 I started working with the Institute as a temporary part-time employee assisting with the year’s registration renewals, then providing support with the annual conference preparations. Over time as work demands increased I have been able to ‘move up the ladder’ with different duties and responsibilities, currently enjoying working in the position of Deputy Registrar. I am extremely grateful for the learning opportunities these past 15 years - I have been witness to many changes, at times challenging ones at that, and with these changes BCIA has come out from of the shadows on to center stage. It is very exciting times right now and I encourage all registrants to stay abreast of current information relating to the Professional Governance Act (PGA) and the Office of the Superintendent of Professional Governance (OSPG). Much appreciation goes to the Credentials committee for their dedication and time to ensure new registrants meet the requirements for registration as outlined in the BCIA Bylaws and complying with national education standards by Agrologists Agronomes Canada. The committee members are volunteers that devote many hours to reviewing applications all outside of their normal family/work commitments. I can attest that with the work of volunteers and BCIA staff together we can reach new esteemed heights in professionalism especially with the PGA, impending practice rights, and our new technologist registration that was just released a few months ago. Take note of the following reminders: • Those articling must maintain their individual Articling

Program page while progressing through the Articling

Program. Program elements are entered as they are completed and certain documents are uploaded when nearing the end of the Articling Program. • Check out the vast array of news items and professional development opportunities available on the BCIA website, especially behind the secure area of which there are additional resources, webinars and Council related materials to view. • Behind the secure area you will find HUB International

Insurance offers a liability package that is specifically designed for the needs of BCIA Registrants. In addition, the HUB Home/Personal Insurance Department is able to offer to BCIA registrants an additional 10% off of standard home insurance rates for the exclusive Platinum Protection

Program (including tenants and condo insurance). • Newly graduated students may receive a reduction in the application fee when applying within 6 months after graduation – BCIA student member ensure that you take advantage of this incentive at the appropriate time. • Check out the BCIA website under ‘News’ > Registration

Update as there are quarterly BCIA and branch stats to note. Below is a snapshot of registration that shows a steady increase in numbers across all categories with annual growth percentages noted. Currently, total active registration is just over 1750 and with continued awareness promotions to educational institutions, employers and current BCIA Registrants we will have robust growth in the coming years, especially with new technologists coming into the fold.

Laurena Olsen, Deputy Registrar

Respectfully, Laurena Olsen, Deputy Registrar