Adding Value toYOUR Registration

MEMBER SERVICES are designedto save money or provide career-related services for technologists,

technicians and technical specialists. It isone more benefit of belonging to a com-munity of Technology Professionals. Asonly current registrants in good standingare able to participate in these programs,be sure and mention your ASTTBC reg-istrant number when contacting ourAffinity Partners.

Employment & Job Search StrategiesASTTBC offers employment and jobsearch strategies through its job postingboard TechJOBS, the Canadian Techni-cal Employment Network (CTEN) serv-ice and a Career Development Resourceswebsite.

TechJOBS is a job posting service wheremembers can view job listings from part-ner employers. To get started, visit…www.ASTTBC.org/jobs

Canadian Technical Employment Net-work (CTEN) is a national employmentreferral service operated by the provincialtechnology associations. Only membersof ASTTBC, our technical specialists andmembers of other provincial associationscan post their profiles or see jobs thatare posted. To access CTEN, visit…www.CTEN.ca

The ASTTBC Careers DevelopmentResources website is designed to assistmembers with job search strategies andresources to take you to the next level.Visit… careers.asttbc.org

Technology RingWearing an ASTTBC technology ring isa great way to show your affiliation withyour professional organization. The ringis available to AScT, CTech or GradTechmembers.

Visit… www.ASTTBC.org …for moreinformation OR contact the ASTTBCoffice at 604.585.2788 or email techin-fo@asttbc.org

Member Services Brochure | 2017.01

There is Strengthin NUMBERS…

MEMBER S ERV I C ES 2017

WELCOME TO THE ASTTBC Member Services brochure. Inside you’ll findinformation on products and services available to ASTTBC members atexclusive rates, as well as a Staff Directory.

Our member services have evolved over the years. We are excited to be able to contin-ue offering great value-added services to make your membership experience even bet-ter. We do this in two distinct ways… products and services available via AffinityPartners and TechCLUB.

AFFINITY PARTNER PROGRAMS offer exclusive rates on products and services. Whenyou purchase a product or service from an Affinity Partner, the Association’s charita-ble foundation – ASTTBC FOUNDATION – benefits by receiving contributions tohelp grow the ASTTBC Foundation Fund, sponsor awards and underwrite bursaries.

TECHCLUB is essentially a ‘marketplace’ for you to save money on great productsand services, also exclusive to members.

We know you’ll find some great opportunities to take advantage of our group buyingpower as a member of ASTTBC. Please take time to visit our partners’ websites forgreat savings.

Leverage YOUR professional registration in ASTTBC!

ASTTBC-registered technologists, techniciansand technical specialists with ASTTBC Staff atLower Mainland member meeting.

Line Up for 2017• Auto Sales & Leasing• Continuing Professional Development• Critical Illness Insurance• Disability, Accident, Health & Dental

Insurance• Home Insurance• Hotel & Travel Discounts• Job Search• Life Insurance• Mortgage Broker Services• Private Health Plan• Professional Liability Insurance• Retail Savings• Travel Insurance

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AFFINITY PARTNER GROUP PROGRAMS + TechCLUB

Established in 1958, ASTTBC regulatesstandards of training and practice of tech-nologists, technicians and technical special-ists, to protect the interests of the publicunder the ASTT Act.

for more info, please visit…

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ASTTBC Group Plans &Services… adding value toyour registration!

For more info aboutthe Association’s GroupPlans and Services…

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E&O / CGL INSURANCE HOME INSURANCE LIFE, HEALTH, ACCIDENT, DISABILITY & DENTAL MORTGAGE BROKER SERVICES

Affinity Partner Programs at a GlanceGroup purchasing power adds value to your registration! Put these programs to work forYOU and save!

Job Postings, Employment & Job Search StrategiesJOB POSTINGS… ASTTBC has developed a web-based servicethat allows employers with technology-related job openings toplace job postings on the ASTTBC website. For current post-ings, visit... www.ASTTBC.org/jobs

JOB REFERRAL… the Canadian Technical EmploymentNetwork (CTEN) is a coast-to-coast, web-based job referralsystem that brings technologists, technicians and technical spe-cialists together with employers. As a service of the provincialtechnology associations, there is no charge for members. Cost isnominal for employers. Go direct… www.CTEN.ca

JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES… if you’re in the market for a newjob or need some tips on resumes, interviewing, etc., ASTTBChas put together a great career development website with valu-able information to help you get ahead. Visit ASTTBC’sCareers website at… careers.asttbc.org

Career, Health, Life & Home CoveragePROFESSIONAL COVERAGES… Professional liability – protectyour assets with affordable errors and omissions insurance;commercial general liability insurance – protect yourself fromclaims arising from persons visiting your premises or from non-professional activities in the field; property insurance – protectyour equipment from physical loss or damage at your premisesor while in the field.

Contact Willis Towers Watson; ph: 604.683.6831 or1.800.665.5252; www.willistowerswatson.com

Note… May not be available to Associate members or some SpecialCertification programs; check with Willis Towers Watson for eligibility.

EXTENDED HEALTH, ACCIDENT PROTECTION, DISABILITY,DENTAL & GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE… protect yourself andyour family with Engineers Canada-sponsored coverage choices!

• Term Life Insurance• Health Care & Dental Care• Disability Income Replacement Plan• Business Overhead Expenses Plan• Major Accident Protection• Critical Illness Insurance

Call Manulife Financial toll free at 1.877.598.2273 or visitwww.manulife.com/ASTTBC

HOME… when it comes to home insurance, TD InsuranceMeloche Monnex makes your life easier! Thanks to its agree-ment with ASTTBC, you have access to a wide-range of specialprivileges including exceptional service and high quality prod-ucts. Your special status as a member entitles you to preferredgroup rates and a number of unique benefits. For details, visitwww.melochemonnex.com/asttbc or call 1.866.269.1371

HEALTH & DENTAL SPENDING ACCOUNT… the OlympiaBenefits plan provides an option for technicians and tech-nologists who are working on contract or as consultants,and for small- and medium-sized firms. This programallows you to have your company pay for your family’smedical and dental expenses, then deduct 100% of thecost as a business expense. Unlike insurance plans withpremiums, with Olympia’s Health Spending Account youonly pay for what employees actually spend (plus adminis-tration costs). This plan provides complete coverage andimpressive tax savings both personally and corporately.Please visit… www.olympiabenefits.com/partner?6004/asttbcor call 1.888.668.8384

MORTGAGE BROKER SERVICES… Dreyer Group Mortgages Inc.,one of Canada’s top ten mortgage broker teams, offers superiormortgage broker services. Mortgage broker fees are paid by thelenders – not you – so there is no cost or risk for you to work witha broker, saving time and thousands of dollars in interest on financ-ing. Get professional and unbiased financing advice, and access toDGM’s ‘Build a Mortgage’ instant rate quote, a contributiontowards legal fees and free appraisals. For more information, visitwww.mortgagebrokervancouverdreyergroup.ca/asttbc-mortgage-broker or call… Vancouver: 604.669.6006; Surrey: 604.536.3802;Toll Free: 1.800.687.9020

Note… Participants in these group plans must be currently registered and in good stand-ing with ASTTBC, in either Full or Special Certification programs. Should your registra-tion lapse, you no longer qualify for benefits under these programs and subsequent insuranceclaims could be denied by the insurance company. While ASTTBC makes every effort todeal with established suppliers who offer solid value-added services, ASTTBC accepts noresponsibility for goods or services provided by outside suppliers. All technologists, techni-cians and technical specialists are advised to review offerings based on their own needs; thedegree of benefits received can vary depending on your individual circumstances. �

TechCLUB Programs at a GlanceTechCLUB is a member-exclusive ‘marketplace’ for you to save money on great products andservices. Explore TechCLUB today to find out how you can benefit from great savings andleverage your registration with ASTTBC as a Technology Professional.

Accent InnsASTTBC members receive preferred rates at Accent Inns in all 5locations – Victoria, Vancouver Airport, Burnaby, Kelowna andKamloops. Whether for business or pleasure, Accent Inns offerquality accommodation at affordable rates. For more…www.AccentInns.com or 1.888.663.0298 and ask for theASTTBC rate.

ATI InsuranceASTTBC members receive a Comprehensive Travel Health andAccident Insurance Plan at a special member rate. Representinga number of Canada’s leading insurance companies and admin-istrators, this plan is cost effective and specifically designed tomeet the travel insurance needs of families. For more info onATI Insurance, their exceptional customer service, productvalue and competitive pricing, visit… TechCLUB.asttbc.org

CSA GroupASTTBC members receive a variety of CSA Group trainingprograms at preferred rates. Areas of training include theCanadian Electrical Code, Business & Quality Management,Construction, Infrastructure & Public Works, Energy,Occupational Health & Safety and Health Care. Acceleratedlearning programs that are flexible and delivered through a vari-ety of formats. For more info… shop.csa.ca/en/canada/land-ing-pages/asttbc/page/asttbc

Endless Savings & MoreSave hundreds of dollars per year when you take advantage ofjust a few of the discount offers available with the ASTTBCMember Discount Program provided by ESM. Members viewand realize savings on hundreds of offers from merchants thatinclude restaurant meals, entertainment, travel, clothing andconsumer goods by tapping an ASTTBC icon on your smartphone or mobile device. For more info… TechCLUB.asttbc.org

EPIC Educational Program Innovations CenterA leading provider of engineering and technology trainingprograms, EPIC offers practical and affordable education-al solutions to ASTTBC members at preferred rates. Formore info… www.epic-edu.com …or email ASTTBC attechinfo@asttbc.org

Horseshoe Press Inc.Horseshoe Press provides quality print solutions that includebusiness cards and stationery, direct mail flyers, brochures,annual reports, presentation folders, promotional materials andmore! To discover the best in print, contact Allan Tieszen at604.325.1333 or info@horseshoepress.com

Hotel Grand Pacific VictoriaThe Hotel Grand Pacific is located on the Inner Harbour inVictoria, BC. The Grand has everything you look for in a greathotel – exceptional service, amenities and location – and offersspecial savings to ASTTBC members. Members can reserverooms at corporate rates. For info… HotelGrandPacific.comor 1.800.663.7550 …ask for ASTTBC rates.

Karen Taylor, DipBMManager, Member Services & Operations

MSB 2017 UpdateIn keeping with the ASTTBC mantra ofleadership and innovation, the MEMBER

SERVICES BROCHURE 2017 update isjust one of many examples that yourAssociation is doing business in a man-ner and style that serves our membersand a diverse group of technology stake-holders. Enjoy the read! �

ASTTBC Staff ContactsGovernance and Management, ProfessionalRecognition & Government LiaisonJohn Leech, AScT, CAEChief Executive Officerjleech@asttbc.org 228

Cindy AitkenManager, Governance & Eventscaitken@asttbc.org 229

Jacqueline de Raadt, BAManager, Executive Initiativesjderaadt@asttbc.org 260

MJ WhitemarshManager, Strategic Partnershipsmjwhitemarsh@asttbc.org 256

John Coward, MALabour Market Consultantjcoward@asttbc.org

Registration & MembershipCharles Joyner, AScT, BEd, MA, PhDRegistrarcjoyner@asttbc.org 235

Geoff Sale, AScTManager, Internationally Trained Professionalsgsale@asttbc.org 604.521.5059

Barry Brooks, AScT, CHI, RRFA(L), PEngManager, Property Inspection Programbbrooks@asttbc.org 252

Jim Andersen, ROWP, DiplTManager, Onsite Wastewater Programjandersen@asttbc.org 254

Bruce Stevens, AScTManager, Construction Safety Program;Manager, Underground Utility LocatorProgram; and ASTTBC Regional Managerbstevens@asttbc.org 250.491.0395

Robert (Bob) FurlongProgram Advisor, Fire Protection Programbfurlong@asttbc.org 240

Karen McDiarmid, BAManager, Fire Protection Programkmcdiarmid@asttbc.org 259

TBAManager, Registered Technology ManagerRegistrations

TBAManager, Electrical Work Practitioner Program

ASTTBC Staff Contacts… cont’d on page 9

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Mark’s CommercialUse your ASTTBC ‘Mark’s Commercial’ card and save 10% offregular retail prices on select items at all Mark’s Commercialstores. To request your card, visit… TechCLUB.asttbc.org Formore info… www.markscommercial.ca

Local HospitalityReceive exclusive discounts as high as 50% and average 10 –20% savings below market on all hotels and car rental suppliersaround the world. Local Hospitality is a hotel and car bookingengine that is turning the traditional travel agency modelupside down. Any hotel, any car, anytime, anywhere. For moreinfo, visit… TechCLUB.asttbc.org

Playland | PNE Group Sales Discount RatesASTTBC members are eligible to purchase tickets or ride pass-es at group savings rates to Playland, PNE, Fright Nights andother special events. For more info… TechCLUB.asttbc.org

Prestige Hotels & ResortsReceive preferred member rates at Prestige Hotels & Resorts,one of the finest family-owned chain of resorts, hotels and innsin BC. Located throughout the Interior of BC and onVancouver Island, each offers a unique regional experience.For more info… www.PrestigeHotelsAndResorts.com or1.87.PRESTIGE and ask for the ASTTBC rates.

Quinella AutoDiscounts on new cars. Decide what make and model of caryou want and your list of options, then contact Greg Huynh at604.929.GREG or 1.800.300.GREG to get your best price.For more info… www.QuinellaAuto.com

ZipcarASTTBC members receive discounted annual dues and a driv-ing credit upon sign-up with the world’s largest internationalcar sharing program. To sign up: members.zipcar.com/asttbcand use promo code asttbc35. For more info… Davida MacBainat 604.697.0550 OR dmacbain@zipcar.com

ASTTBC Staff Contacts… cont’d from page 8

Registration & MembershipAmy LiuSr Coordinator, Registrationsaliu@asttbc.org 234

Edna Schwartz, BACoordinator, Registrationseschwartz@asttbc.org 233

Julie Li, MEdCoordinator, Compliance & Registrationsjli@asttbc.org 249

Frauke BrachtCoordinator, Technical Specialist Registrationsfbracht@asttbc.org 258

Erin MacedoCoordinator, Technical Specialist Registrationsemacedo@asttbc.org 247

Practice & ComplianceCharles Joyner, AScT, BEd, MA, PhDRegistrarcjoyner@asttbc.org 235

Ron Hein, ROWP, RULTChief Compliance Officerrhein@asttbc.org 231

Elvira O’Kane, BCommSr Coordinator, Practice & Complianceeokane@asttbc.org 238

Julie Li, MEdCoordinator, Compliance & Registrationsjli@asttbc.org 249

Program Development, Member Services& Technology CareersJason Jung, AScTManager, Professional Practice & Developmentjjung@asttbc.org 224

Karen Taylor, DipBMManager, Member Services & Operationsktaylor@asttbc.org 236

Cheryl BlachurasCoordinator, Customer Servicestechinfo@asttbc.org 221

Marketing & CommunicationsAnne Sharp, BAManager, Marketingasharp@asttbc.org 239

Kimberly Kelly, BAManager, Communicationskkelly@asttbc.org 253

Richard Mayer, AScTManager, Corporate Identityrmayer@asttbc.org 604.946.7864

Information TechnologyMeg Kalinowska, AScT, BTechManager, e-Businessmkalinowska@asttbc.org 226

Ben Bracht, MCSE, MCTIT Support Specialistbbracht@asttbc.org 248

Tyler NeradaWeb Developertnerada@asttbc.org

ASTTBC Staff Contacts… cont’d on page 10

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EMPLOYERS... find pricing details online. To book a posting,please contact techinfo@asttbc.org

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ASTTBC Staff Contacts… cont’d from page 9

Finance & AdministrationNicky Malli, BAManager, Financenmalli@asttbc.org 230

Lumi GuiasCoordinator, Finance & Bursarieslguias@asttbc.org 237

Karen Taylor, DipBMManager, Member Services & Operationsktaylor@asttbc.org 236

Betty BellAssistant, Office Services 232

Heather StevensAssistant, Administrative Serviceshstevens@asttbc.org 246

ASTTBC FoundationAnne Sharp, BAExecutive Directorasharp@asttbc.org 239

Heather StevensAdministrationhstevens@asttbc.org 246

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