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What is the Association of Professional Biology?
The Association of Professional Biology (APB) represents professional biologists in British Columbia. Our members are in good standing with accredited regulatory natural resource organizations such as the College of Applied Biologists (CAB) in British Columbia and the Alberta Society of Professional Biologists (ASPB) in Alberta. Members are governed by provincial legislation (e.g., the College of Applied Biology Act and its Rules).
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A review of different approaches to ecologically sound management of forests in B.C. towards the goal of sustainable forestry.
Conservation
Encouraging sound biological principles in resource management and conservation.
Community
Building a network of professional biologists across British Columbia and beyond.
Standards
Maintaining high professional standards in management, research, and education.
Advocacy
Informing industry, governments, and the public on biological resource impacts.
Vancouver Foundation Support
The APB would like to thank and acknowledge the support from the Vancouver Foundation.
Vancouver Foundation is dedicated to creating healthy, vibrant, equitable, and inclusive communities across BC. Since 1943, our donors have created 1,800 endowment funds and together we have distributed more than $1.5 billion to charities. From arts and culture to the environment, health and social development, education, medical research and more, we exist to make meaningful and lasting improvements to communities in BC.
Supporting Science-Based Applied Biology Across Canada
The APB represents professional biologists in British Columbia. Our members are in good standing with accredited regulatory natural resource organizations such as the College of Applied Biologists (CAB) and the Alberta Society of Professional Biologists (ASPB).
Members are governed by provincial legislation including the College of Applied Biology Act and the Professional Governance Act. Our purpose is to support the practice of science-based applied biology in general and APB members in particular.
- =Encourage development of sound biological principles
- =Assist in maintaining high professional standards
- = Inform and advise on biological resource impacts
- =Promote liaison with other professional associations
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BC's Biological Heritage
Your membership supports advocacy, professional development, and the advancement of applied biology across British Columbia and Canada.
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The APB advocates for the highest standards in the professional practice of applied biology in British Columbia. By supporting the APB, you strengthen its ability to be a voice for professional biologists and anyone in BC who values the province’s incredible biological heritage.
Annual membership gives you access to programs, newsletters, industry communications, group discounts, and key professional resources to guide and advance your work and practice. Support the APB by becoming a member today and join a growing community with access to benefits.