Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Working on your Designation? Zoom Info Session

“Working on your Designations? Get there faster!” - Tina Richardson, Kathryn Gardner, Larry Sherban

Are you working towards your Designations (CPA, MPA, SPA)? Want to connect with other members, get more involved in the association, gain more opportunities for networking, meeting industry reps, and help to shape the future of PPOC-BC?

If you answered yes to any of these statements, it’s time to join a committee, take up a portfolio or join the PPOC-BC board! Volunteering is the best way to feel part of the PPOC-BC community. We share everything from creative and business support, to making new friends.

There are several exciting positions available starting July 1, 2025 and we invite you to our informal Q&A session to learn more about them.

Bring your questions and favourite bevvy and join us on Zoom on June 18 at 7:00pm

PPOC BC Volunteer Roles Q&A

We are looking for the following portfolios to be filled:

BC Secretary

BC Treasurer

BC Scholarship

BC Merits

BC Media Technology

Also looking to fill a Director Position? There are also three director positions that come up for renewal on July 1, 2025. Directors are voted in by the PPOC-BC members at large. If there is only one applicant per director position, they are awarded the position by acclimation.

Some questions that we will answer:

• What are the available volunteer positions?
• What is a portfolio?
• What is the role of a portfolio holder?
• What is the role of a director?
• How much time do I need to dedicate?
• How many merits can I earn?
• What is the difference between the Regional Board and the Branch Boards
• Are Branch Chairs also Directors?
• Do I have to be accredited to volunteer?
• What is a CPA, MPA, SPA?

About PPOC BC

We are creatives, just like you.

The Professional Photographers of Canada is a diversified group of creative artists committed to the highest standards in professional imaging. We welcome photographers of all genres to join our community of dedicated professionals.

Our Mandate

The PPOC exists to elevate, support, and protect the practice of professional photography in Canada. Our core mandate is to:

• Encourage and maintain excellence in photographic artistry and business practices
• Provide national unity and a sense of community for Canadian image creators across all provinces and genres
• Serve as a hub for education, resources, and professional development opportunities
• Advocate on behalf of Canadian photographers in legal, governmental, and copyright matters

We believe that Canadian photographers deserve to thrive creatively, professionally, and financially.

Our Vision

An inclusive, supportive and thriving creative industry.

Our Mission

To empower a community that cultivates growth, innovation and professionalism while pursuing the highest level of creative excellence

Zoom link for registration: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/working-on-your-designation-zoom-info-session-4306-0021-tickets-1405127467079?aff=oddtdtcreator