College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report 720 Dedicated, Members helping to manage Alberta's Forests and Forested Lands College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Our Vision “Forested land management by professionals who care” Our Mission “the College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists will promote the professional management of all forested land in the province of Alberta" Our Values “To obtain our Vision and deliver our Mission, our Values are fundamental to all our interactions and communications” We Value Fairness Competency Respect Integrity Equality & Confidentiality 1 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report promoting, encouraging and affecting the continuing education of our members; participating in key forestry committees that are governing the direction of the education of future forest technologists (NAIT Advisory Committee); continuing education of practicing forest technologists through high quality programs offered through recognized providers; presenting a strong and unified voice for the pursuit of professional conduct and ethics within the technical field of forestry; promoting and affording the opportunity for member interaction and technology transfer activities; and recognition by the public that our members are part of an organization that take their responsibility as stewards of Alberta's crown forests seriously enough to be accountable to their peers and the public for their actions. Our Objectives to promote, encourage, and affect education and training of the membership in all matters relating to or affecting their profession; to endeavor to secure a stronger degree of recognition in the profession of forestry for members of the CAPFT; to cultivate an esprit d'corps within the ranks of forest technologists and forest technicians in all disciplines/practices of forest within the province of Alberta; to present a strong and unified voice for the pursuit of professional conduct and ethics within the technical field of forestry; to provide an opportunity for the gathering of members; and, to promote and afford the opportunity for interaction and technology transfer activities. 2 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists We achieve our mission through College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report March 3rd, 2014 Honourable Thomas Lukaszuk Minister of Jobs, Skills, Training and Labour 408 Legislature Building 10800 - 97 Avenue Edmonton, AB T5K 2B6 The College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists is pleased to present our 11th annual report to you and through you to the Legislative Assembly. This report has been prepared in accordance with Part 1, Section 4 of the Regulated Forestry Profession Act for the period of January 1st, 2013 through December 31st, 2013. Respectfully, Shonelle Wilkinson, RPFT Executive Director / Registrar College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 3 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Dear Honorable Minister Lukaszuk, Letter to the Minister .................................................................. 3 President’s Report ...................................................................... 5 Past-President’s Report ............................................................. 7 Vice-President’s Report .............................................................. 8 Finance Director’s Report ........................................................... 9 Registrar’s Report..................................................................... 11 Competence Director’s Report .................................................. 14 Complaints Director’s Report .................................................... 16 Hearings and Complaints.......................................................... 16 Communications Director’s Report ............................................ 16 Professional Exam .................................................................... 17 NAIT Representative’s Report .................................................. 19 CIF Representative’s Report ..................................................... 22 Membership Director’s Report ................................................. 25 2013 Membership Report ......................................................... 26 Deceased Members ................................................................. 27 Milestones ................................................................................ 28 Membership List ....................................................................... 29 Call for Nominations ................................................................. 42 Call for Volunteers .................................................................... 43 Outgoing Council Members ...................................................... 44 2014 CAPFT Technical Session Agenda .................................. 45 2014 CAPFT AGM Agenda....................................................... 46 Event Sponsors ........................................................................ 48 2013 CAPFT AGM Meeting Minutes ........................... Appendix A 2014 Bylaw Resolutions ............................................. Appendix B 2013 Bylaw Resolutions ............................................. Appendix C Financial Statements (unaudited) ............................... Appendix D 2014c Operating Budget ............................................. Appendix E Committee Terms of Reference .................................. Appendix F Roles & Responsibilities ............................................. Appendix G Council & Committee’s ............................................... Appendix H Continuing Competence Program .................................Appendix I CAPF/CAPFT Partnership Initiative.............................. Appendix J Natural Sciences Partnership Initiative ........................ Appendix K 4 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report President’s Report David Fox, CAPFT President “One of my favourite sayings is, “Change is neither good nor bad. It is just a bend in the road, and only is bad if you fail to make the turn.”” “Our members should have a much better understanding of the partnership with CAPF after the AGM.” and I am happy to be inside. However when you step out in the sun you can feel the heat on the back of your neck. A reminder that spring will be coming sometime between the end of February and the end of April. The spring breakup used to signal a relaxing time ahead but that doesn’t seem to be the case now. Now there are plans, budgets and documentation from the winter that occupy a lot of our time. I do hope everyone will book time to come to the Technical Session and AGM on April 3rd and 4th. The Technical Session ranges across climate change, forest health, and cumulative effects under the theme of “the Changing Boreal Forest”. One of my favourite sayings is, “Change is neither good nor bad. It is just a bend in the road, and only is bad if you fail to make the turn.” Certainly the pace of change is increasing and we all need to go around the corner. It has been an interesting year. Much of the work that was being done on defining our processes and inner workings has been put on hold pending the partnership with CAPF. Our members should have a much better understanding of the partnership with CAPF after the AGM. Some work continued for refining the process for professionals from other jurisdictions and that can be seen in the bylaw amendments that will be voted on at the AGM. Recent discussions with the Province have indicated a need to move forward with the partnership agreement and with our discussions with other professions regarding registration of all professionals making decisions on natural resources. More on that at the AGM. I am sure many of our members are curious about the court actions initiated by the Alberta Lands Surveyors Association. Obviously much of the detail is confidential, however general 5 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists As I am writing this in early February, it is cold outside College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report information will continue to be made available via the CAPFT newsletter. I must thank the CAPFT staff that have made my year as President so easy. Shonelle does wonders with a major workload and always has the answers. Maira has been invaluable at keeping things under control. And thanks to Grace who has been tremendous at stepping into Maira’s shoes while she is gone. I have enjoyed my year as President and look forward to more involvement with CAPFT in the coming years. Pat Gallupe, CAPFT Past-President a solid, reliable and experienced staff group that work hard to service the membership. I believe the future of our college is bright and the profession of forestry is a great place to be employed. I have met numerous people through my service with CAPFT over the last 9 years. It has been a wonderful opportunity for me to network with people from the membership, forestry sector, other industries, government agencies and the public. I have developed close friendships through this opportunity and am grateful for what this experience has brought to my life. I strongly encourage anyone that may be interested in the regulation of the natural resource sectors to think about volunteering some of their time to the College. There is just over a month left in my term as Past President of the College of Alberta Forest Technologists (CAPFT). I will not be putting my name forward for any of the vacant council positions. I have decided to concentrate my volunteer activities elsewhere and take a bit of a break from CAPFT council to let other members carry the load in the future. I will be continuing with my duties as a CAPFT representative on the Partnership Initiative Task Force (PITF) and the natural sciences professions (umbrella) Act working group over the next 6 months to a year until both of these initiatives are completed to a level where the College’s council can deal with them directly or other sub-committees are set up to deal with the action items flowing from these initiatives. My tasks for CAPFT this past year have predominantly revolved around the PITF, the umbrella act working group, updates to the Registered Professional Forest Technologists Regulation, labour mobility It has been my honour to represent the membership on council these past 4 years. I have seen many changes and improvements to the College for that period. We now have 6 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Past-President’s Report with BC and Saskatchewan, and general College business activities. The PITF has worked hard over the past year to develop a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and guiding principles with the College of Alberta Professional Foresters (CAPF) to facilitate discussions of merging the two colleges into one entity. We have created a mission statement and vision for this new body and these have been approved by both colleges’ councils. A standards of practices (code of ethics and conducted) has also been drafted and is currently being reviewed by both councils for input. Work has begun on bylaw “…all four organizations adjustments to have common purpose and intent with respect to allow the colleges professional regulation to join. It was and the protection of decided that these public interests.” would concentrate first on areas of governance, membership and finance. The task force is producing a package that will detail work completed to date and will be included in this annual report and further updated at our Annual General Meeting (AGM). The goal of PITF is to hold a ratification vote sometime in late May or early June. The question that will be asked to both college bodies is “Do you support a merger between CAPFT and CAPF to allow for regulation of the profession of forestry under one entity?” I am not sure if that will be the exact wording but that will be the gist of it. CAPFT has created a communication strategy to roll out information ahead of the ratification vote. This plan includes: CAPFT webinars, CAPFT workshops, updates at our AGM, information in the Annual Report, and electronic commutations from the College through email, postings on our website and newsletters. Some of these measures may be in partnership with CAPF; however we want to provide our membership with a free and open chance to provide their views and input on this topic, so there will be CAPFT only proceedings. From direction provided by the Professional Governance Unit of the Ministry of Jobs, Skills, Training and Labour, CAPFT, CAPF, the Alberta Society of Professional Biologists (ASPB), the Association of the Chemical and Profession of Alberta (ACPA) have been meeting with regards to joining together within one Act for regulation of their respective Professions. These organizations currently regulate their members through individual Acts, Regulations and Bylaws and have significant differences with respect to their mandates. It is recognized that all four organizations have common purpose and intent with respect to professional regulation and the protection of public interests. The umbrella Act working group is creating an information package that will be sent to the colleges’ members. A draft of this information is included in this annual report. An update will be provided at our AGM. To 7 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Shonelle Wilkinson, Maira Duarte and Grace Tshakatumba. Without these ladies’ dedication, hard work and professionalism we would not be able to operate a successful college. The College is in a serious situation with regards to its volunteer levels. There are many openings on the Council and committees that need to be filled. I encourage anyone who might be interested in volunteering to contact the college. If you have any questions or comments with regards to PITF or the umbrella Act please feel free to reach out to me or the College. I would like to thank all the people I have worked with and met on the committees and Council while being involved with CAPFT. It has been a rewarding experience for me. Special thanks to our wonderful staff: Pat Gallupe, RPFT Past President [email protected] Vice-President’s Report Sam Elkins, CAPFT Vice-President …and just like that, yet another year has passed us by. My tenure as Vice-President of the College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologies (CAPFT) is ending, and I am starting to prepare myself for transition into the President’s role for the upcoming year. It has been an interesting year for me, challenging yet rewarding and has become a noteworthy highlight of my career. We are extremely fortunate this year to have a dedicated group of professional volunteers and college staff with such a huge commitment to the 8 “I encourage all members to consider stepping up to volunteer in any capacity within the college.” College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists continue to hold a place within the government docket for this Act to be developed by the end of 2015, the government requires a vote from the colleges’ memberships showing support for this mandate. A vote by the four colleges will be completed by July 1st. The mandate question that will be voted on is: “Do you support a framework to develop legislation that regulates Chemistry, Biology, and Forestry Professionals within one Act?” Updates on this venture will be provided at webinars and workshops before the vote is conducted. College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report continued success of the college and I am extremely grateful for them. Without their hard work and determination, we would be unable to function as an organization. Although this year has been a blur to me, it has revealed that there is a lot going on with the college and we have lots of challenging and exciting work out in front of us over the next year. I encourage all members to consider stepping up to volunteer in any capacity within the college -whether it be on council, the executive or a committee. You will not regret your investment as it is extremely rewarding and you will make new friends, expand your professional network, Samuel B. ELKINS, RPFT (AB), EPt (GHG) CAPFT Vice – President [email protected] or [email protected] Ph: 780.618.7264 Finance Director’s Report Derek Fisher, CAPFT Finance Director I would like to wish everyone all the best in 2014 and hope that 2013 was a good year for all. I would like especially thank all of the current staff and council members on all the hard work they put forth throughout the year as this is not easy at times given budget cuts, staffing and time restraints throughout the industry. Overall, the financial position for CAPFT is very good, with revenue over General administrative expense for the year of $33,280. I will summarize some key points in what follows and remember to have a look at the new proposed budget 9 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists and most importantly, be part of the continued success of the college. With the members support, I am looking forward to serving as your President for the next year and helping to provide a strong and unified voice for the pursuit of professional conduct and ethics within the forestry profession. See you all at the AGM and Technical Session. College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report in the forecasted budget. There were two other sources of income which was the AGM of $31,070 and job advertising/interest from investments of $26,049 making the total revenue $286,704. Credential Securities As of December 31, 2013, the short term investments were: T-Bill savings (General) =$195,104 2013 Expenses The expenses were less than budgeted for 2013 as some tasks were not completed and slated for completion in 2014. In summary, the larger expense outside budget was due to 2013 AGM & Tech session was higher than forecasted. As of December 31, 2013, the short term investments were: Term GIC (Contingency fund) = $171,553 GIC’s mature between May 2014 & 2015 with interest rates varying from 1.1% to 2.75%. On December 18, 2013 a guaranteed investment certificate (GIC) for $54,190.32 plus $677.38 interest for a total of $54,867.70 was included in the general chequing account. This GIC plus additional capital will be reinvested in February or March 2014 giving a total to the GIC (Contingency fund) of $226,642.70 2014 Budget Council approved a budget on November 21, 2013 with a projected deficit of $14,475. Much of this deficit is to cover current projects and initiatives. Due to surplus funds carried over from 2013 CAPFT will have a balanced budget with forecasted profit allowing flexibility in any additional business the college engages. This could be in form of surplus GIC investment or unforecasted but necessary (Partnership Initiative) expenses. 2013 Revenues Last year budget membership revenue was estimated at $225,400; and the actual as of December 31, 2013 was finalized at $229,585. This is an increase of $4,185; the increase in revenue was primarily a result of incoming and outgoing membership overlap 2014 Revenues Total Revenues are projected to be $279,900, which is up from last year to better reflect the increased advertising revenue. 2014 Expenses Total expenses are projected to be $294,375 10 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists which can be found within this annual report along with the unaudited financial statements (SVS group LLP) for year ending December 31, 2013. College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Further clarification will be given during my presentation at this year’s AGM; however, if you would like immediate clarification or won’t be able to attend this year’s AGM please feel free to contact me either by phone or email. Hope to see you all at the AGM! Regards “What does it mean that we are a selfregulated profession?” Derek Fisher CAPFT Finance Director [email protected] or [email protected] Ph. 780-484-8461 ext. 225 Cell: 780-719-4929 PLEASE REFER TO APPENDIX D FOR THE UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND APPENDIX E FOR THE 2014 OPERATING BUDGET. Registrar’s Report Shonelle Wilkinson, CAPFT Registrar What does it mean that we are a self-regulated profession? We have been delegated authority by the Province to regulate the forestry profession. This is done through the Regulated Forestry Profession Act (RFPA) which provides us the framework to carry out requirements to 11 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists “…CAPFT will have a balanced budget with forecasted profit allowing flexibility.” to maintain program spending in priority areas. The expenses forecasted for 2014 exceeds revenue; however, surplus funds from 2013 will be used to offset a deficit budget. The larger expense outside normal business operations is due to the partnership initiative (Consulting); however, this is a necessary and justifiable expense for CAPFT College business. regulate, including the requirement for us to enforce provincial rules for the profession (such as mandatory registration, standards to enter the practice and a code of ethics). proposed over the last year to the model in which we govern and self-regulate our profession. These proposed changes are the two major initiatives the CAPFT Office and Council have been reviewing; first the partnership initiative struck between CAPFT and CAPF (College of Alberta Professional Foresters) and secondly the partnership agreement struck between the professional regulatory bodies of three professions, Forestry, Chemistry and Biology; which are CAPFT, CAPF, ACPA (Association of the Chemical Profession of Alberta) and ASPB (Alberta Society of Professional Biologists) regarding unifying natural resources and environment legislation. A memorandum of understanding (MOU) has been developed for each of these initiatives and the signed MOU’s can be found on the CAPFT website. CAPFT and its partnering groups have had many opportunities to consult with the Professional Governance Unit (PGU), formerly Professions and Occupations, under the Ministry of Jobs, Skills, Training and Labour regarding each if these initiatives. We have been provided with information we have used to counsel each group during the processes. A special committee has been struck for each initiative to carry out these processes and provide communication back to the respective Councils and Memberships. Both initiatives will continue momentum unilaterally, as there is need for both partnerships to be formed, and to ensure the individual success When and why is a profession regulated? When there is a public interest, or a risk to the public and its interest. The province has granted us the right to self-govern our profession, and as such it is our requirement to oversee that profession with the public’s interest in mind. What’s the purpose? The purpose is the protection of the public and their interest in a public resource. This protection is achieved through the design of the Act and the requirements it lays “The primary out. The difference mandate of the College must be to between a protect the regulatory body and public…” a professional association is generally that the regulatory body is the interest in which they manage the public or the members. The primary mandate of the College must be to protect the public through use of the framework and enforcement of the rules and requirements. However, CAPFT recognizes and serves the members of the profession it regulates as well as the public. There have been significant changes 12 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report and focus of each agreement. The current, formal partnership initiative between CAPF and CAPFT was struck in May 2013 and has been under review since 2012. The objective of this partnership is to amalgamate both colleges in order to achieve a more sustainable and effective model of professional regulation for the practice of forestry. This is supported by our common purpose, memberships and public members. The Partnership Initiative Task Force (PITF) was struck to complete and carry out all necessary work on this initiative under the direction of the respective Councils, and with Membership feedback. The PITF has put together a framework for the amalgamation process that will be reviewed by membership. The PITF has completed a number of assignments under the initiative and has communicated its progress to membership via special newsletter publications and scheduled webinars. CAPFT plans to carry out a series of workshops around the province this spring in order to achieve optimal membership feedback and communication. An up to date information package is included in this annual report and will be presented at the 2014 Annual General Meeting (AGM). The goal is to ratify this partnership sometime in late spring or early summer 2014. Please review the CAPFT website for the MOU and publications regarding the Partnership Initiative. We hope to see you at the workshops and future webinars. The groups CAPFT, CAPF, ACPA, and ASPB, have been working together to discuss pursuing joint legislation that would encompass all groups under one natural sciences and environment Act. The purpose of proposed group Legislation is to collectively improve our ability to serve the public interest and mandate as regulatory bodies. CAPFT’s interest in this pursuit is to regulate all natural science practitioners that make decisions on Alberta’s public land in the same way our members are; to build relationships with other natural resource professionals; to allow us better ability to meet our mandate and to ensure sustainability of the regulatory body and our ability to continue as a self-regulated profession. Unified legislation will allow us to achieve these goals by improving inclusivity of practitioners who are currently not regulated, increased administrative efficiencies, and increasing membership numbers. An MOU between the participating groups has been signed and a terms of reference has been established. We have been provided with a draft timeline from PGU that will need to be followed in order to ensure our place holder on legislative agenda. A special committee has been struck between these groups to carry out the progress and requirements of this partnership within the specified timeline. The committee has held regular meetings to come to an agreement 13 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report chance input into this topic. We will continue to provide updates via webinars and newsletters and will have an up to date presentation at the AGM for member input. Please review the publications on the CAPFT website. We look forward to seeing you at future workshops and webinars. The College will undergo interesting development in the coming months and years. We will certainly be looking to the membership for input and for volunteers to help implement change. I encourage everyone to take a look at the upcoming vacancies on the CAPFT Council and Committees and consider participating with the College. I look forward to seeing you all at the AGM. Various models of governance have been reviewed and discussed and will need to go back to respective Councils for review and input. This will, in turn, be brought to membership for input. A mandate vote will likely be scheduled around June 2014. This vote would not be to ratify the process but to determine if the membership supports a framework to develop legislation that regulates Chemistry, Biology, and Forestry Professionals within one Act. After the mandate vote and once council has provided direction and input on this topic, the membership of CAPFT will be given a Shonelle Wilkinson, RPFT Executive Director/Registrar Phone: (780) 432-1962 Fax: (780) 432-4183 [email protected] www.capft.ca Competence Director’s Report Tyler Caddey, CAPFT Competence Director professionalism. Whether it’s staying current with the ever changing workplace or re-enforcing your skills in the natural Continuing your competencies is an important part of maintaining your 14 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists on the key principles of the initiative and proposed Act. The model will reflect the RFPA and likely be updated to reflect current legislation such as in the Agrology Profession Act. The single act would include provision for: -individual scopes and setting competence and eligibility criteria -separate registers -protected titles/designations -mandatory registration for all professions -continuing competence program -professional conduct; complaints process sciences, maintaining your competence should be a responsibility that every forest technologist should complete with pride. It’s more than just the college trying to force its members to take mundane course for the fun of it. Please, try something new, participate in some policy development, participate in a college webinar, take a course that peaks your interest or get involved in a working group. The more you get involved in your own development, the more rewarding of a career you will have and you’ll be a better professional. This year we have tried a few new things as we are moving forward with the online management system. The primary being that we moved the reporting deadline up to October 15th. Overall we saw a positive change. There were quite a few members who had to request extensions but I’m confident those numbers will go down. This did allow the Continuing Competency Committee to complete the audit sooner than ever before. Speaking of the audit, it went very well this year with only one member failing the process. The feedback from the committee was that the selected members were very cooperative in getting the audit completed. Thank you to all the auditors and to our selected members for your help in completing this responsibility. The Continuing Competency Committee will be undertaking a variety of tasks throughout the next year to help to improve its efficiency and scope. Some of these activities include: Updating the Reporting Instructions to make them more clear and concise. Completing the mini audit. Continuing to aid in updating the online management system. Reviewing other professional colleges CC Programs. Supporting the colleges staff in a time of transition in any way we can. I look forward to what lies ahead for the college. I encourage everyone to get involved and be part of the process. I would like to thank the CC Committee for all their hard work and dedication. All the best to Maira on her oversees work placement in Spain, I can’t wait to hear your stories and tales of sangria. I wish Shonelle a wonderful maternity leave. Hope you get lots of rest, haha yeah right, and enjoy being a new mom. Thank you to everyone who has completed their requirements. I look forward to another year representing the college as the CC Director. Thank you Tyler Caddey, RPFT Competence Director, CAPFT …”maintaining your competence should be a responsibility that every forest technologist should complete with pride.” 15 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Complaint’s Directors Report Josh Gerling, CAPFT Complaints Director I am new to the Complaints Director position. It was great it was a fairly quiet year. There are a couple of things in the upcoming year to accomplish. First thing is to start a Complaints Committee. I have had a few volunteers reach out but there is always room for more people to join. Secondly is to develop a more detailed Alternative Complaints Resolutions Process. I encourage people to volunteer for the council and if you are interested in volunteering, I am available to chat. See you all at this year’s tech session and AGM. Josh Gerling Complaints Director CAPFT Complaints & Hearings There were no formal complaints or subsequent hearings for investigations in 2013. In 2013 one complaint was pending to be forwarded to Complaints for failure to comply with the Continuing Competence Program. This pending complaint was resolved with the CAPFT office and the pending complaint dropped. 4 members were cancelled in 2013 for failure to submit the renewal application requirements, of which 3 will likely result in a complaints investigation. Communications Director’s Report Chris Joly, CAPFT Communications Director Another winter has passed and spring is just around the corner. This past year has gone by so quickly, I am sure everyone had a busy year. I was very busy; I never had enough time in the day to get everything done. 16 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Another year has come and gone, where has the time disappeared to?! This past year as your communication director some project I have worked on was getting the CAPFT Facebook page completed and running. I would like to thank Shonelle and Maira for updating the page. I was also on the tech session planning committee last year and I will continue to be on it this year as well. I will continue to promote CAPFT and help keep our members informed. Some of the communication tools we have to inform our members are: Fortech Newsletter Alberta Forest Professionals Newsletter Online Member Forum Annual Reports You can find these publications under the Publication Tab on the CAPFT website. The Member forum has its own tab on the CAPFT website and is for members only. I look forward to having the opportunity to meet with many of our members in and out of the office, and if you are ever up in Fort Chipewyan feel free to stop in at the Environment and Sustainable Resource Development office for a coffee and chat. See you at the CAPFT Tech Session and AGM Chris Joly, RPFT Communication Director Exam Directors Report Lindsay Bunn, CAPFT Exam Director Some of the communication tools we have to inform our members are: Fortech Newsletter Alberta Forest Professionals Newsletter Online Member Forum Since my short tenure began, the administration of the fall 2013 CAPFT Professional Exam was attended by 14 participants on October 26 at NAIT and in High Level. Of those 14 participants, 12 successfully met exam requirements (86% success rate). A total of 3 study sessions were held via the Adobe Connect software, as well as a set of three comprehensive study guides and study questions were distributed to participants. Annual Reports 17 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Exams written in Edmonton were marked the morning after the exam, with marks communicated to participants the same evening. I’d like to extend my thanks to our Registrar, Shonelle Wilkinson, for executing a study session for the exam participants, to Jeff Hunter for proctoring the Professional Exam for those writing in High Level, as well as to Exam Marking Committee members Ashley Lawson, Candice Perih, and Brent Perih for travelling to Edmonton to help complete the marking! The next The next CAPFT requirements, I strongly encourage membership to consider writing. As your Exam Director, I am building on my experience of writing the exam, as well as a Provincial Scaling course instructor and scaling exam proctor at the Hinton Training Centre, to deliver to the membership THE most comprehensive exam preparation package possible to help members succeed. My virtual door is always open for questions, comments or concerns regarding the exam and exam preparation methods. Remember, the Professional Exam grants you full ‘right to title’ as a Registered Professional Forest Technologist, as well as grants membership signing authority (stamping papers like nobody’s business!) for legal, full scope of practice. Work on the jurisprudence exam is ongoing. Our third party professional has set up an entire bank of questions, with remaining work including an answer key and formalizing the exam itself, marking schema, and overall procedure. This will result in a smoother transition for interprovincial forestry professionals finding their way to Alberta for temporary or full time work. Additionally, CAPFT is looking forward to potentially working with CAPF and WOLF to develop a new website that will facilitate members preparing for the Professional Exam, among other College interests (including CC opportunities!). I implore members to keep their eye on the CAPFT CAPFT Professional Exam is scheduled for Professional April 5. Exam Exam is participants scheduled registered in this for April 5 upcoming session will have the opportunity to sit in with the CAPF Professional Exam writers at the annual study session held at the U of A on March 1, 2014. Exam writers will expect the same exam study documents that proved successful for the fall session, as well as a new ‘open forum’ concept for exam participants to bounce answers off of each other, to study questions or concepts that might be stumping them. Members can expect another Professional Exam in late October 2014. If you haven’t written the Professional Exam, and meet all other Professional Exam 18 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report web-pages for updates for the possibility of this exciting new tool. I’ve greatly enjoyed my first year in my role as Exam Director. Those who have stepped up to continue their volunteer commitment to one of the Professional Exam committees, or those who have volunteered that I have yet to work with, many thanks for your involvement. Volunteering for this organization particularly has been rewarding, knowing that however little the contributions made, I am actively contributing to the betterment of a provincially recognized institution, and that is very intrinsically satisfying. (Not to mention the lovely boost to my CC hours!). If you find your short some CC hours, or are looking for a way to contribute some time in a giving sort of way, consider volunteering some hours to any of the exam committees. Exam material always needs reviewing, individual expertise is happily recruited for marking of the exams, or altering the actual exam make up for future Professional Exam participants. And if the exam committee isn’t your thing, hit up your handy-dandy registrar and a placement can be found for you. While I’ll be in the background in the approaching months for maternity leave, I expect to work directly along-side anyone willing to step into the Exam Director role. This coming year will prove an exciting one with the potential amalgamation of CAPFT and CAPF, along with the professional natural sciences groups. I look forward to the possibilities for future collaborations for Professional Exam preparation, administration, and alterations that will better the members and registered professionals of the College(s)! Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) Representative’s Report Kelton Percival, CAPFT NAIT Representative Representative, the scope of my position is as follows: • To ensure the NAIT students are aware of the College and its purpose • To ensure the students are aware of their role, as far as rights and responsibilities, within the College as Forest professionals working in the province of Alberta Since my appointment in April of 2012, I have been the official NAIT Representative on the CAPFT council for approximately 21 months. In that time, I have been working to achieve the perpetual goal of educating and mentoring the NAIT students to ensure that they become active and aware members of the College of Alberta Forest Technologists. As NAIT 19 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report • To ensure the students are aware of the College’s structure, and legal authority (ie. Code of Conduct, Code of Ethics, and the legislative basis for these codes ie. Regulated Forestry Profession Act) • To mentor the students, and assist them in becoming registered regulated members of the College had four meetings with the students. The first occurring in September at Kidney Lake Field camp, where the Forest Technology Program holds its six-week field camp for the first year students. The presentation was structured as an informal meet and greet just to familiarize the students with the college, and introduce myself as a representative of CAPFT. I briefly explained the role of the college and its purpose and then opened up the floor for any questions. The students had some good questions, and were rewarded with some CAPFT swag. In April 2013, the Forest Technology program recognized the second year class in a graduating ceremony in which 24 graduates received their diplomas. It is my hope that they will lead THANK YOU successful and fulfilling careers in whatever area of GreenLink forestry they choose. Forestry Inc., The second meeting with the students was at NAIT’s annual Bull of the Woods celebration. Due to logistical constraints, it was and Focusing on the current year, held near Spruce Grove this year. I Timbernorth NAIT, having gone through a attended the events in a personal transitional year in 2012/2013, capacity, but made the students Consulting has fully implemented the new aware that I was available for any for sponsoring academic model for the questions or concerns they may the NAIT student 2013/2014 year so that both have. Although there weren’t memberships for years are now on the 15-week, many questions pertaining to the 2013-2014. 3-credit format. The program College in particular, I believe my remains a hands on, field presence was beneficial in the way focused program and still that it solidified my face in their conducts field trips and main labs which minds as somebody approachable, and to include the five week Kidney Lake Field whom they can relate. School, four day Peace River Research tour, two week Hinton harvesting lab, two week The third meeting was with the second year Cache Percotte Camp, and the five day students, and came in mid-November. I led a winter survival lab. power point presentation detailing the role Since the start of the 2013/2014 year, I have 20 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report “… ensure the students are aware of CAPFT and its presence…[and] their rights and responsibilities as future forest professionals.” “…NAIT… has fully implemented the new academic model …” of the College, and it’s purpose as well as their rights and responsibilities as future forest professionals. Following the presentation, I led a brief walkthrough of CAPFT’s website including the resources page, the continuing competency entry page, and the professional declaration page. Once the students were familiar with the website, I led them through the online student member application process. This was considered a success, as all the students who attended this presentation were successfully enrolled. I have a similar meeting planned for the second years in March 2014 during which my goal will be to get them successfully enrolled as student members as well. On February 14, 2014, CAPFT held a mixer for the NAIT students in celebration of finishing their second year AOP project. The event was open to all students, both first and second year alike. CAPFT supplied pizza and a few rounds of bowling for those in attendance. This meeting was aimed to be a more informal event, just to ensure the students are aware of CAPFT and its presence. It also provided an opportunity for the NAIT students to meet a few council members in an informal setting. Thanks to both Pat Gallupe, and Nicole Klita for attending on behalf of CAPFT. My next presentation is scheduled in March. This session (which is for the second year students) will focus more intently on the policy/legislative side of CAPFT, following suit with their course progression at NAIT. It will give them good insight to not only what they should know as Forest Professionals, but also what they may be tested on in their upcoming professional exam. This presentation will elaborate on what’s contained in the student member handbooks and reference legislation directly, including the Regulated Forestry Profession Act. I will also go into some detail about the code of conduct, code of ethics, and bylaws surrounding CAPFT. 21 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report The student member handbooks that Shonelle and I created last year will again be a good resource for the students, having much of the relevant information contained within. If anybody has any questions, ideas, or concerns, feel free to contact me. I can be reached at [email protected], [email protected], or at (780) 286-9705. Regards, Kelton Percival, RPFT NAIT Representative – CAPFT Canadian Institute of Forestry (CIF) Representative’s Report Nicole Klita, CAPFT CIF Representative Hello everyone. Hope you’ve been able to keep warm. As always the winter has been a busy couple of months for me, some of it spent in the field. I’m looking forward to being an auntie again for a 3rd and 4th time as both of my sisters are expecting in the near future. I’m once again playing recreational floor hockey, I started a belly dancing class and I’m looking forward to slowpitch starting up in the spring! CIF had a busy year last year. The following is a re-cap of the past year as well as what’s yet to come. 22 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Envirothon is an annual hands-on indoor/outdoor team competition designed to challenge and test student’s knowledge of natural resource and environmental sciences, gain an understating of resource management, and promote a science related postsecondary career. My last meeting with the students this academic year will be at the time of the second year graduation in April. I look forward to seeing yet another group of students cross the stage into the professional world. CIF – Rocky Mountain Section hosted a winner goes on to represent Alberta in the technical session on March 12, 2013 at the North American event. This year’s Alberta Chateau Louis & Conference Centre in Envirothon was well attended with about 60Edmonton. 70 students participating from grades 9-12. The session’s theme was: Planning Shonelle and I camped with the students, Operations for a Common Landscape. Some participated in the panel and helped with of the topics included: Using Natural setting up and running the forestry section of Patterns as the Foundation for Integrated the event. These students were eager to learn Planning, Forest Management and Planning and had many intelligent and thought Guidelines, Integrated Land Management provoking questions. This event was a great Planning, Landscape Planning for Rare and opportunity to interact with Endangered Species and students and promote forestry as New Technologies for a profession. Landscape Planning. Whitecourt was named the Whitecourt was named the “Forest Capital of Canada” for Canada” for 2013 2013 by CIF and the Canadian by CIF and the Forestry Association. A Canadian ceremony to recognize this Forestry award was held in Whitecourt Association. on May 11th, at the Whitecourt trade fair. National and local CIF representatives attended, along with the CFA and various federal and provincial government and industry participants. CAPFT and CAPF also Shonelle and I attended the Alberta participated in the event. Envirothon that was held at the Long Lake The Canadian Institute of Forestry-Rocky Mountain Section held their 2013 Annual General Meeting on April 24th. The AGM was held in conjunction with the MPBEP Research-Practitioner Information Exchange Forum. “Forest Capital of Outdoor Education Center in early May. The Envirothon is an annual hands-on indoor/outdoor team competition designed to challenge and test student’s knowledge of natural resource and environmental sciences, gain an understating of resource management, and promote a science related post-secondary career. The provincial The CIF 105th National Annual General Meeting and Conference was held in Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador, on Sept 15-18th. The theme of the AGM and conference was Uncharted Waters Revisited – Laying a New Course for a New Forest Industry. CIF - RMS had a strong showing 23 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Forests without Borders is able to accomplish its goals by providing small amounts of funding and expertise to local communities for specific projects. These projects have as their main components, the The Agroforestry & Woodlot Extension growing of trees and the education of local Society (AWES) and the Canadian Institute people on the benefits available if the trees of Forestry (CIF), Rocky Mountain Section are cared for and protected. hosted the Using Biomass Now Conference, Forests without Borders’ projects maximize on December 9th, 2013 at Chateau Louis the chance of success through the creation of Centre in Edmonton. The conference aimed partnerships with local citizens who have a at providing current information on how personal relationship with a Canadian CIF biomass fuel can be used for small and member. These people live in the medium scale enterprises. community and have a stake in the project’s outcome. Once every 10 years On January 25, 2013 CIF Currently, Forests without CIF and SAF get RMS held their 4th annual CIF Borders’ projects are being together for a joint chili cook-off at McKernan carried out in Nepal, conference… this year Hall, which included shinny Cameroon, Zambia, and and a chili cook-off Uganda. Preliminary will [it will] be held in competition. The event was discussions are also happening Salt Lake City well attended by NAIT and U with contacts in Haiti. of A Forestry students, many Please visit the Forests without of the CIF - RMS council and other CIF Borders’ website at http://www.fwbmembers. fsf.org/index.php/en/ for more information. The RMS Section has recently created an Alberta Caucus for Forests without Borders – a registered charity in Canada, set up by CIF-IFC members both nationally and internationally. Forests without Borders’ goal is to improve people’s lives in developing countries through restoring or improving their forests to provide fuel wood, food, fodder, and overall environmental benefits. Once every 10 years CIF and SAF get together for a joint conference; The SAF National Convention and CIF Annual General Meeting. This joint conference replaces the National CIF AGM. The event this year will be held in Salt Lake City October 8-11th with the theme Remodeling the Forest Science-Management Partnership. For more information visit: http://cififc.org/site/agm2014 24 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists at the National AGM, thanks in part to CIF – RMS’s growing 500+ local members, and thirteen Sustaining Corporate Members based in Alberta. College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report The next CIF – RMS tech session will be held in Whitecourt in March. The theme of the program is looking to the future and the challenges and opportunities that resource dependent communities are facing. Details to be provided soon! For more information on CIF or to register go to www.cif-ifc.org. Membership Director’s Report Andrew Gesner, CAPFT Membership Director Good Day Everyone, the membership report is attached. In summary we have 631 regulated members in good standing. Last year at this time we had 637 regulated members in good standing. A minor drop of 6 members. Basically we have had the same number of members since 2009. The number of students attending the NAIT Forestry is up and the forest industry activity has been picking up. On the negative side of things we have an ageing workforce with a lot of retirements occurring. Overall our membership has been maintaining our numbers since 2009. We have expanded the scope of an associate member to include members with natural resource and environment studies who are working towards completing their forestry academics. There are no major initiatives with the membership team at this time as discussions and work around the partnership with the foresters has dominated the past year. I do want to thank the following members for volunteering to participate on the membership committee should work arise, Kathleen Doerkson, Kali Hennessey, Morgan Kehr, and Bruce MacGregor The past year has been a year of significant change for me personally. Retirement from government, a six month break, establishing my own consulting company, and going back to work part time. I certainly enjoy the opportunity to get back out in the forest and work with forestry professionals. Please find our Members in Good Standing Report, members reaching milestones, and unfortunately a list of those members no longer with us, the deceased members. 25 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Nicole Klita, CIF Representative, CAPFT College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Membership Report Membership Report as per Management System Date: Jan 7 2014 Status Dec 2013 RPFT Active RFT Active FTT Active Part-time/Seasonal/Semi-Retired Active Total Dec 2012 546 31 34 20 631 Regulated Members 556 40 27 15 638 in good standing Non-Practicing Student Associate Member Honorary Non-Regulated Suspended Cancelled Total Retired Resigned Total Archived RPFT/RFT/FTT/Asct Non-Practicing Active Any Total 37 33 9 1 80 Historical Historical Historical App incomplete/ old students Non-Regulated Members 0 105 105 Current open suspensions 52 125 177 Historical 103 35 45 5 1 86 Historical Historical 3 100 103 42 103 145 103 There are 631 active regulated members in good standing as of December 2013. There 711 active & non-practicing members in good standing as of December 2013. There were 724 active & non-practicing members in good standing as of December 2012. Membership change is accounted for mainly by resignations (leaving the profession or province) and retirments. 27 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Category College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Deceased Members 2013-2014 In Memory ___________________ College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists of the valued members of our College. It is with great regret that we pay our respects to these highly regarded members. David Fournier, RPFT # 020005 January 5 th , 1948 – November 6 th , 2013 Edgar Koehler Public Member October 14 th , 1944 - August 12th , 2013 28 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report 10 Years 15 Years 20 Years Juri Agapow Amanda Ashton Chantelle Bambrick Wayne Becker Jed Begin Colin Bentley Keith Beraska Andrew Bibo Vladimir Broz Ashleigh Bulmer Craig Bylsma Mathew Christie Kimberly Edwards Christine Hansen Laurie Jenkin Troy Johanson Deborah Johnstone Dennis Marycz Clifton McKay Rob McLaughlin Joleen Molenaar Ardyth Moore Vernon Oelke Allen Plantinga Sandy Russell Mark Solkowski Rick Strickland Nathan Antoniuk Richard Bambrick Riel Batt John Bruce Colin Campbell Barry Coleman Martin Cooke Tammy De Costa Dave Hugelschaffer Ryan Jillard Kris Kennedy Jamie Kinch Barry McElhinney Mike Milner Rick Moore Andy Olsvik Kenny Podulsky Phil Robert Butch Shenfield Chris Smith Cameron Spry Dale Thomas Axel Winter Kyle Wolfe Bill Black Tracey Cove Rick Harrison Ray Hilts Darryl Johnson Morgan Kehr Warren Kehr Dave Kmet Jules Leboeuf Kevin Ledieu Bruce MacGregor Bruce Mayer Chris McGuinty John McLevin Roger Meyer Pat Rogers Heath Schneider Ross Spence Bill Van Dyk Dave West 29 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Milestones College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Members in Good Standing Active 990021 50051 20018 30042 20046 70031 990050 20028 90030 10085 50062 50029 100067 100085 990007 10167 40045 Dan Stuart Wade Juri Rick Chase Kevin William Rayanne Jeff Rob Rob E. 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Stefan Andrew Ken Stefan Bill Bill Bill Rod Steve Jeff Mike Brent Victor James Wally Kurt Jason Jenn Christina Greg Hugh Batke Batt Becker Begin Begin Behuniak Belanger Bell Belland Bend Bendick Bennis Bentley Beraska Bernard Berry Beson Best Bibo Birkett Bittner Black Black Sr. Black, Jr. Blades Blanton Blocka Blom Bochon Boisvert Bonang Born Borzel Boutet Bowlby Bowman Boyachuk Boyd RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT FTT RPFT RPFT RFT RPFT RPFT FTT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists As of Feb 25, 2014 10153 20014 60035 930005 70064 50040 960008 40000 990015 40044 80001 30017 80009 40079 90001 100090 140002 70027 40002 70042 990019 10099 90039 990016 10060 910040 50056 80059 50053 980005 50049 910100 110037 200023 80050 910015 100040 90049 50004 60009 200084 100007 80057 John Dan Nicole John Darrin Shelley Darren Vladimir John Clarence Melissa 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Robert Les Dwight Christian Brandon Wayne Dave Michael Jarret Ian Derek Heather Anthony Kevin Shonelle Tinge Tippett Topolnicki Tosh Toutant Trostem Tucker Tucker Tuttle Van Dyk Van Os Van Streun Van Vliet Vance VanderMey VanMaurik Vierath Vitalos Volkman Wald Walde Walde Walker Wallace Walsh Walton Walz Wassink Weber Weekes Weeks Weik Wentzell Werstiuk West Weyer Whitbread Whitby White White Wierenga Wilchak Wilkinson RPFT RFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT FTT RPFT RPFT RFT FTT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Collin Don Robert Wayne Greg Jim Mike Axel Peter Jim Brian Cory Kyle Michel Dean Mike Therese Chris Greg Bob Jennifer Shaun Williams Williams Williams Williams 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Cleary Cornell Cote Cousins Cowan Cox Crawford Crowder RPFT RPFT RFT RFT RPFT Non Practicing RPFT RPFT RPFT Withdrawn RPFT RPFT RPFT Withdrawn RFT RFT RPFT RPFT RFT Associate Member RPFT RPFT RPFT RFT Non Practicing RFT RFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT RPFT 40 40031 990027 Tom Greg Cummings Cunliffe 120027 20015 50008 40083 60004 80005 70039 40051 50048 910076 990058 960017 40008 10159 990042 10044 60031 50002 80010 90046 50013 30008 200075 Aaron James Aaron Wendy Leslie Oliver Nick Carmen Jeremiah Carol Dennis Phil Mike Gary Ian John Nicole Douglas Adam James Stephen Leo Cindy Davydiuk Dawkin Daye De Groot Dean Dechant Deltombe Densmore D'Lugos Doering Driscoll Dube Dubina Dudinsky Dunk Edwards Elliott Ellison Esch Fahlman Forbes Forseille Forsey 990038 20005 60000 10008 70030 Willie Dave Mike Kurt Nathan Foster Fournier Fowler Frederick Friesen 10157 990053 40007 200052 David Dennis Steven Chad Friske Frisky Gailing Gardeski 960022 40016 60010 10160 70073 910017 Randy Keith Mark Gary 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CAPFT thanks all of the current members in good standing for maintaining their membership. 42 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 990057 40028 990061 70001 10042 200093 70046 20026 200062 30004 980009 200060 990026 980025 10164 20065 970019 980030 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Call for Nominations The College is governed by the CAPFT council, comprise of valuable volunteers from within our membership. The hard work and dedication of these volunteers is instrumental to the successful governance and business of CAPFT. The following CAPFT Council positions will be open for nominations at the April 4th, 2014 Vice President Assist the President preside over the business of the College Finance Director Preside over the finance business of the College Hearings Director Facilitate Hearings, once the Complaints Director determines the need for a hearing and to form Complaint Review Committees Membership Director Assist the Registrar in the review Core Competencies and eligibility criteria Communications Director Promote the College through various communication and marketing strategies and Address any communication needs and or concerns Professional Exam Director Preside over the professional exam and preparation tools and material of the College If you wish to be nominated for one of these positions please contact the CAPFT office, or request another member nominate you prior to the AGM. There will be opportunity to bring forward nominations at the AGM. 43 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists AGM: College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Call for Volunteers CAPFT is also recruiting members to volunteer for the following committees and nonvoting council positions: CIF Representative (1) Complaints Committee (1) Upcoming projects include working with the Competence Committee to map processes, and expanding on the Alternative Complaints Resolution Process. Membership Committee (4) Upcoming projects include reviewing new curriculums for eligibility, revising the competency checklist with NAIT’s new curriculum, assisting with developing the core assessment process. Professional Exam Committee (4) Upcoming projects include revising the new jurisprudence exam as needed, updating study material to be current and relevant. Nomination Committee Members (3) Networking and recruiting new volunteers Competence Committee Members (1) Upcoming projects include working with the Complaints Committee to map processes, reviewing the CC activity list, revising the audit program. 44 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Networking with the Canadian Institute of Forestry – Rocky Mountain Section, notifying the CAPFT Council of CIF events and representing the College within CIF and its events. College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Outgoing Council Members CAPFT would like to thank and recognize the following council members who have fulfilled a term on the CAPFT Council and Committees. The dedicated work of these volunteers is greatly appreciated and is of utmost importance to the successful operation of our organization. Pat Gallupe, 9 years with the CAPFT Council, Past President Executive and Committees David Fox, 2 years with the CAPFT Council and President Executive Samuel Elkins, 1 year with the CAPFT Council and Vice-President Executive Derek Fisher, 7 years with the CAPFT Council and Finance Director Executive Jarret Whitbread, 3 years with the CAPFT Council Hearings Director Andrew Gesner, 3 years with the CAPFT Council Membership Director Lindsay Bunn, Exam Director 1 year with the CAPFT Council Chris Joly, 2 years with the CAPFT Council and Communications Director Committees In Memory 5 years with the CAPFT Council Edgar Koehler, Public Member Thank you for your time, dedication and hard work! 45 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Thank you! College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Technical Session Edmonton Hotel and Convention Centre th 4520 76 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta Grand Ballroom “The Changing Boreal Forest” rd Thursday, April 3 , 2013 4.3.2014 Edmonton Hotel and Convention Centre 4520 76 th Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta 8:30am “The Changing Boreal Forest” 7:30 – 8:30 Continental Breakfast & Registration 8:30 – 8:40 Welcome, Introduction, Safety CAPFT Master of Ceremonies 8:40 – 9:20 Dr. Richard Schneider, Wildlife Ecologist, Department of Biological Sciences, UofA Alberta’s Natural Subregions Under Climate Change 9:20 – 9:55 Dr. Erin Bayne, Associate Professor, Sciences, UofA Climate Change Influence on Biodiversity 9:55 -10:10 Health Break 10:10 – 10:40 Dave Finn, Forest Officer, ESRD Prescribed Burns; Fire use in R11 FMU 10:40 – 11:10 Mike Undershultz, Snr. Entomologist, Forest Health and Adaptation Sec, ESRD & Tom Hutchison, Regional Forest Health Officer, Forest Operations, ESRD Invasive Species and Programs 11:10 – 11:55 Deogratias Rweyongeza, PhD, P.Biol., Forest Health & Adaptation Section Assisted Migration 12:00 – 1:00 Lunch 1:00 – 1:30 Adam Gossell, Provincial FireSmart Program Manager , ESRD How FireSmart Treatments are Changing the Landscape 46 Department of Biological College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Technical Session 1:30 – 2:30 Brad Stelfox, Landscape Ecologist, ALCES Landscape and Land Use Ltd. A Landscape Cumulative Effects Simulator 2:30 – 2:45 Jim Mitchell, Alberta Trappers Association Changes to the Boreal From a Trappers Perspective 2:45 – 3:00 Health Break 3:00 – 3:35 Michael Michaelian, Forest Health Technician, Northern Forestry Centre Climate Impacts on Productivity And Health Of Aspen 3:35 – 4:10 Brendan Hemens, RPF, Director, Resource Analysis & Performance Resource Integration Planning Branch, ESRD Forest management planning: Is integrated resource planning on your resumé? It should be! 4:10 – 4:15 Discussion and Closing Remarks, CAPFT Master of Ceremonies College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Annual General Meeting Edmonton Hotel and Convention Centre 4520 76th Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta Grand Ballroom “Partnership Initiatives; A Changing College” Friday, April 4th, 2013 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Annual General Meeting 4.3.2014 Edmonton Hotel and Convention Centre 4520 76 th Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta 8:30am “Partnership Initiatives” A Changing College Agenda Items Continental Breakfast & Registration Welcome Address, David Fox, CAPFT President Time Presented By: 7:30 – 8:30 8:45 – 8:55 Presentations David Fox, President 8:55 – 9:20 John Carpenter, CEO Alberta Accountants Unification Agency Keynote Speaker 47 Vote Required - College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report CAPF Partnership Initiative Update Current Status Proposal Concept Projected Outlook Future Ratification Ray Hilts, Transformation Consultant Pat Gallupe, Past-President 10:20-10:35 Business Meeting Business Meeting Safety Meeting Introduction of Guests & Dignitaries Moment of Silence for Deceased Members Presence of quorum 10:35 – 10:40 David Fox, President - 10:40 – 10:45 Jarret Whitbread, Sergeant at Arms - Review and approval of the 2014 AGM Agenda Review and approval of the 2013 AGM Minutes 10:45 – 10:50 David Fox, President X Presentation and approval of 2013 Financial Records Presentation of 2014 Operating Budget 10:50 – 11:00 Derek Fisher, Finance Director X 11:00 – 11:15 David Fox, President Review of Meeting Rules Bylaw Resolutions Elections Vice President Finance Director Communications Director Hearings Director Exam Director Membership Director 11:15 – 11:45 David Fox, President Other 11:45 – 11:50 David Fox, President Close of Business Meeting 11:50 David Fox, President 1:00 – 2:00 Grant Williamson, Transformation Manager, CAPF Pat Gallupe, Past-President, CAPFT 2:00 – 2:25 Ken Davies Public Member, ACPA 2:25 – 2:40 David Fox, President 2:40 David Fox 2:45 Outgoing and Incoming Councils X X Call for Volunteers CIF Representative Committees Awards Luncheon Pin Presentations Outgoing Council Members New RPFT’s Awards Natural Sciences Group Update Current Status Proposal Concept Projected Timeline and Outlook Ratification Process Guest Speaker Closing Remarks Adjournment Transitional Council Meeting 48 X College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Health Break 9:20 -10:20 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Thank you to all of the Sponsors of this Event 49 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Appendix A: 2013 Annual General Meeting Minutes College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Annual General Meeting Minutes College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists April 19th, 2013 50 The College of Alberta PROFESSIONAL FOREST TECHNOLOGISTS 2013 Annual General Meeting April 19th, 2013 “The Future of the Profession” CC Reporting Technical Session 7.25hrs Category 1, Area 2 AGM Presentations (AM) 2.0hrs Cat 1, Area 2 AGM Business (PM) 3.75hrs Cat 2, Area 1 724 Dedicated Members helping to manage Alberta's Forests and Forested Lands New RPFT’s 2012-2013; from L-R: Lindsay Bunn, Tara Hosick, Kendra McNutt, Julia Rickard, Kelton Percival, Karalee Craig, and Derrick Kreger. CAPFT Annual G eneral Meeting 2012 4.19.2013 8:40am Edmonton Hotel & Convention Centre th 4520-76 Ave, Edmonton, Alberta T6B 0A5 8:30am Meeting c alled by Pat G allupe, CAPFT President Type of meeting College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Annual General Meeting Facilitator President – Pat G allupe Note taker Executive Assistant, Maira Duarte / Registrar, Shonelle W ilkinson Sergeant at Arms Jarret W hitbread, CAPFT Hearings Director Membership Attendance Approximately 135-140 members; 18% total membership, 21% regulated membership CAPFT Council Attendees Pat G allupe (President) Mike Poscente (Past-President) David Fox (Vice-President) Derek Fisher (Financ e Director) Tyler Caddey (Competenc e Director) Jarret W hitbread (Hearings Director) Farrah Terpstra (Exam Director) Andrew G esner (Membership Director) Chris Joly (Communications Director John Collins (Complaints Director) Edgar Koehler (Public Member) Nicole Klita (CIF Repres entative) Kelton Percival (NAIT Representative) Shonelle W ilkinson (Registrar) Maira Duarte (Executive Assistant) Welcome Pat Gallupe, President Pat Gallupe welcomes, and thanks members for attending the 2013 AGM and Technical Session. Provides bio and Introduction of Guest Speaker, Craig Armstrong. Pat Gallupe welcomes members to the AGM and thanks members for attending 2013 CAPFT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Opening Speaker Craig Armstrong, President and CEO Millar Western Forest Products/ Forest Products Association of Canada The Greenest Workforce and FPAC’s Vision 20/20 Summary: Alberta Forest Products is an internationally recognized industry for forest stewardship on a national level. FPAC is launching a national-level branding effort with Vision 20/20 in order to address the need for transformation and sell that forestry is a sunrise industry (full of opportunities). Five challenges have been identified; o demand shifts, o production shifts, o technological shifts, o wood supply shifts and o ec onomic performance. Vision 20/20 goals include: o Performance - Deliver a further 35% improvement in the s ector’s environmental footprint o Products - Generate an additional $20 billion in ec onomic activity from new innovations and new markets o People - Renew the workforce with at least 60,000 new recruits including women, Aboriginals and new Canadians. Canada’s environmental performance: There is already an impressive record in reducing greenhous e gas es, water usage and energy usage. This is not enough, we need to do more and reduce environmental foot print. W e have achieved a 25% reduction, and FPAC has identified a need to achieve a further 35% improvement covering: greenhous e gas emissions, energy and water us e, recycling, forest management practices, caribou action plans, air contaminants, and waste. Forest products companies are exploring new biopathways for ec onomic gains; Canada is leading the way. Emerging opportunities in bio-pathways include: Products; construction value pathways and better tapping into global c onstruction market; work more closely with architects and designers. People; recruit 60’000 more workers in thes e areas; FPAC survey shows need for o 70% labour/woodlands o 18% skilled trade o 8% corporate offices o 4% scientists The Greenest W orkforce was launched in order to attract the younger generation to work in this industry and mill towns, to enjoy the benefits offered. o By offering internships and scholarship for students; Millar western offers two of thes e internships. Rebranding: Millar W estern is part of a rebranding. The Alberta Forest Products Roadmap; a true partnership between gov’t and industry. College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists W orking to achieve strong healthy forest, enhanc e contributions to forest communities focusing on innovation, growth, sustainability and solutions. Conclusion: The future of the forest profession is bright for forest practitioners. There is a huge demand for dedicated professionals in many aspects of this industry and tremendous opportunities to develop new products. Q&A Member: How do we attract young people to the profession? Craig Armstrong: W ith exciting new technology, opportunities for young people to get into a long-term, stable, green industry; young people are environmentally s ensitive, we must re-capture the appeal and ‘greenness’ of the industry. Member: How can our industry get more c arbon credits? Craig Armstrong: W e need to c ontinue to look at ways to generate energy. Craig Armstrong, President & CEO of MWFP speaks to CAPFT Members on FPAC’s Vision 20/20. Call Business Meeting to Order Pat Gallupe, President, CAPFT 9:16 am Meeting called to order at 9:16am by CAPFT President Pat Gallupe. Housekeeping Pat Gallupe, President, CAPFT Hous ekeeping: Pat provided summary of safety; exits, washrooms, extinguishers, muster point. Announcements: •Posters for Committee Terms of Reference and Committee Volunteer sign-up sheets can be found at back of room. th Suite 200, 10544 – 106 St. Edmonton, AB T5H 2X6 Page | 2 2013 CAPFT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING o CAPFT needs 12-16 additional volunteers not including c ouncil vac ancies All abstained Conclusion • CIF held a silent auction at the T echnical Session; winners pleas e see Danielle Lussier to claim auction items. •Jordan Fellner with HUB Insurance is available for consultations until 3:00pm. •Door prizes will be held in the last 5 minutes of breaks. •There are two floor mics; when addressing chair or asking questions pleas e wait for a mic. Special Guests Pat Gallupe, President, CAPFT Introduction of Special Guests Tracey Cove, recipient of Forest Technologist of the Year Award Chris Clement, President ASPB Bruce Mayer, ADM (not able to attend) Rodger DeChamplain, Chair, Forest Technology Program, NAIT (not able to attend) Melanie Therien, Registrar, ASET Robert Anderson, President, CAPF Grant Williamson, Transformation Manager, CAPF Doug Krystofiak, Registrar/ED, CAPF John Pineau, CEO, CIF National Rodger Light William Cooper Brian Wesolowski Michael Lolar Fran Appleyard Review of Rules of Order & Procedure Jarret Whitbread, Sergeant at Arms, Hearing Director, CAPFT Rules of order for business meeting. Review of Rules of Order and conduct of meeting from Jarret Whitbread Notification of Chair; Pat Gallupe, President Review and Adoption of AGM Agenda Motion To approve the 2013 Annual General Meeting agenda as presented. Moved Andy Gesner Seconded Chris Joly Discussion Butch Shenfield: In light of Mike Poscente being unavailable during the awards luncheon; suggestion to move the presentation of the outgoing Past-President forward to as early as possible; move it to now to after the finance directors presentation, and prior to the health break. All in favour >2/3 majority All against 0 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Review and Approval of the 2012 AGM Minutes Motion To approve the 2012 Annual General Minutes as presented. Moved Mike Jackman Seconded Kathleen Doerkson Discussion None All in favour >2/3 majority All against 0 All abstained 0 Conclusion Motion carried Presentation of Financial Statements Derek Fisher, Financial Director, CAPFT Presentation of the 2012 financial statements and 2013 approved budget. Reviewed final Financial Statements as prepared by SVS Chartered Accountants. Appendix D of the 2012 Annual Report Reviewed the 2013 Operating Budget as approved by Council. Appendix E of the 2012 Annual Report Approval of the 2012 Financial Statements Motion To approve the 2012 Financial Statements as presented. Moved Danielle Lussier Seconded Andy Gesner Discussion None All in favour >2/3 majority All against 0 All abstained 0 Conclusion Motion carried Moment of Silence Pat Gallupe, President, CAPFT Moment of silence for deceased members led by Pat Gallupe. 0 Motion carried with change to agenda. Approval of the 2013 Operating Budget Motion To approve the 2013 Operating Budget as presented. Moved Al Fisher Seconded Bruce MacGregor Discussion Q: How many employees are currently employed by the College? A: Two All in favour All against All abstained Conclusion Q: What is the subcontract line? A; Outside consulting for services such as academic assessment and development of jurisprudence exam. >2/3 majority 0 0 Motion carried 2013 AGM Agenda Page 45 of the 2012 Annual Report th Suite 200, 10544 – 106 St. Edmonton, AB T5H 2X6 Page | 3 2013 CAPFT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Second Lindsay Bunn nd 2 Call rd 3 and Final Call Discussion All in favour All opposed All abstained Conclusion Continuing Competence Director st 1 Call Nomination for Tyler Caddey for the role of CAPFT Continuing Competence Director. Motion Jade Duchesneau Second Wally Peters Tyler Caddey Lets his name stand for the role of Continuing Competence Director nd 2 Call None rd 3 and Final Call None Discussion None All in favour n/a All opposed n/a All abstained n/a Conclusion Tyler Caddey is appointed CAPFT Continuing Competence Director by acclamation Derek Fisher, Finance Director, CAPFT presents the financial statements and operating budget. Presentation for outgoing Past-President Presentation to Mike Poscente, Past-President by Pat Gallupe, President and David Fox, Vice-President, CAPFT. Complaints Director st 1 Call Nomination for Josh Gerling for the role of CAPFT Complaints Director. Motion Vladimir Broz Second Kathleen Doerkson Lindsay Bunn Lets his name stand for the role of Complaints Director nd 2 Call None rd 3 and Final Call None Discussion None All in favour n/a All opposed n/a All abstained n/a Conclusion Josh Gerling is appointed CAPFT Complaints Director by acclamation Pat Gallupe, President (R), presents Mike Poscente, outgoing, PastPresident (L) with a gift of appreciation. Vice-President st 1 Call nd 2 Call rd 3 and Final Call Discussion All in favour All opposed All abstained Conclusion 2012-2013 Executive Council; from L-R: David Fox, Pat Gallupe, Mike Poscente, Derek Fisher. Health Break 9:44am; returned at 10:10am Elections Pat Gallupe, outgoing President, Jarret Whitbread, Sergeant at Arms, Hearings Director, CAPFT Exam Director st 1 Call Motion Farrah Terpstra Lets her name stand for the role of Exam Director None None None n/a n/a n/a Lindsay Bunn is appointed CAPFT Exam Director by acclamation None None None None n/a n/a n/a No nomination for Vice President Registrar will put out a call for nominations electronically. Pat Gallupe, President: This is a second year in a row with no nominations for Vice President Nomination for Lindsay Bunn for the role of CAPFT Exam Director. Paul Elliot College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists th Suite 200, 10544 – 106 St. Edmonton, AB T5H 2X6 Page | 4 2013 CAPFT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Lindsay Bunn: Made an address about volunteerism, introduced herself to the membership, and encouraged members to sign up for the committees. Action Items Action Put out an electronic call for nominations for VicePresident’s vacancy Responsible Registrar Danielle Lussier: FTT’s should sit in executive council, this is an unnecessary change. Vote on resolution as originally presented All in favour <2/3 majority All opposed >2/3 majority All 0 abstained Conclusion Not Carried Vote on resolution with amendment Motion To accept Special Resolution 2013-1 with amendment from the floor Moved by Trina Tosh Seconded Joanne Mann by Member: Discussion I like the idea of having an RPFT in the executive council, but yet we could not get a vice president. Deadline April 22, 2013 Pat Gallupe: Registrar will put out a call for nominations for Vice President. This is a second year in a row that no one lets their name stand for Vice President. Call for volunteers, sign-up sheet at the back. Let us know who would like to volunteer for Vice President as soon as possible. Lindsay Bunn: Looking forward to working with people, love volunteering. Now that I live in Edmonton I am excited to volunteer for CAPFT, encourage people to join the exam committee. Pat Gallupe: Positions: NAIT representative, exam committee, marking committee, study session committee, complaints, nominations, membership. All in favour All opposed All abstained Conclusion Elections concluded with placement of new Exam Director, Continuing Competence Director, and Complaints Director. No nominations for Vice President; position vacant. The 2013-2014 Council can be viewed online via the CAPFT Website www.capft.ca. Not Carried Bylaw Resolution 2013-2 Revise core requirements wording Background To better reflect the RFPA. Motion To accept Special Resolution 2013-2 as presented Moved by Kathleen Doerkson Seconded Butch Shenfield by Discussion None All in favour >2/3 majority All opposed 0 All 0 abstained Conclusion Motion carried Call for Volunteers Pat Gallupe, outgoing President, CAPFT Review of non-elected roles and committees open for signup. NAIT Representative (1) Complaints Committee (4) Membership Committee (4) Professional Exam Committee (4) Nomination Committee Members (3) Competence Committee Members (1) Sign up table closes at end of day. Bylaw Resolutions Pat Gallupe, outgoing President, CAPFT Bylaw Resolution 2013-3 Include positions to Council Background To reflect the actual council positions Motion To accept Special Resolution 2013-3 as presented Moved by Kelton Percival Seconded Vic Toutant by Discussion We should have 7 directors and 2 public members, resolution adds the missing roles Bylaw Resolution 2013-1 Revise eligibility for office Background To increase the opportunity for council volunteers council. Motion To accept Special Resolution 2013-1 as presented Moved by Danielle Lussier Seconded Chris Joly by Wes Baker: Discussion Small change, any regulated member in good standing, excluding the executive council roles; the reason for this change is that a FTT could become president of the college and we felt that should not be the case, but give them the chance to sit on the council. College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Butch Shenfield: We are narrowing down the volunteer pool, if this is being turned down, we should be seeing nominations come forward. <2/3 majority >2/3 majority 0 Member: Clarification needed for ‘elected position (CIF Rep and NAIT Rep) It says they are all elected, does the CIF represented have to be elected or is the person just appointed? Farrah Terpstra: Election happens within council and th Suite 200, 10544 – 106 St. Edmonton, AB T5H 2X6 Page | 5 2013 CAPFT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING they vote on accepting CIF representative on Council All in favour All opposed All abstained Conclusion It is only the date change for the reporting deadline not the year because it would create problems with other deadlines. Tyler Caddey: Will this give NAIT representative and NAIT representative a vote? Farrah Terpstra: No this is explained in our bylaws >2/3 majority 1 3 All in favour All opposed All abstained Conclusion Motion carried Bylaw Resolution 2013-4 Voting Background To allow voting privileges to all regulated members Motion To accept Special Resolution 2013-4 as presented Moved by Darrell Hemery Seconded Jed Begin by Butch Shenfield: Discussion Requested clarification what are the methods explain in: 6.08 Pat Gallupe: According to this part if council wishes electronic means shall apply (on website see for exact wording) All in favour All opposed All abstained Conclusion Motion carried Updated CAPFT Bylaws can be found on the CAPFTWebsite www.capft.ca. Chris Loren: You say electronic voting at any meeting. Can you take out the vote on any issue instead of saying at any meeting? Pat Gallupe: Section 6 deals strictly with meetings not voting, strictly meetings like AGM, Council and Executive meetings. >2/3 majority 0 1 Jarret Whitbread, Sergeant at Arms, Hearings Director (L) and Pat Gallupe, outgoing President (R) during business section Close of Business Section Pat Gallupe, outgoing President, CAPFT Motion carried Bylaw Resolution 2013-5 CC Reporting Deadline Background To allow CC audit to begin and end earlier. Motion To accept Special Resolution 2013-5 as presented Moved by Wally Peters Seconded Kathleen Doerkson by Member: Discussion What’s the intention with this resolution? Purpose: In order to have early audits. Currently with the Nov 30 dead line it’s difficult to complete the CC audit before Christmas. With members using OMS it is faster. Ray Hilts: Did council give any thought or strategy plan for the date change? Tyler Caddey: College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Ray Hilts: Do people enter information during the year or at the end of the year? Shonelle Wilkinson: The majority of people enter their hours close to the end of the dead line or past the deadline. >2/3 majority 1 3 Close of Business Section Motion To close the business meeting section of the 2013 AGM. Moved by Cary Gulka Seconded Jarret Whitbread by Discussion None All in favour >2/3 majority All opposed 0 All 0 abstained Conclusion Motion carried; closed at 11:04am Outgoing Presidents Remarks Pat Gallupe, outgoing President, CAPFT Encouraged members to read annual report Areas of focus over during the last year: Spent time mapping processes for day to day business; status is ongoing. th Suite 200, 10544 – 106 St. Edmonton, AB T5H 2X6 Page | 6 2013 CAPFT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Spent time with labour mobility with ABCFP and Alberta Profession and Occupations and a little bit with ASFP A draft of a jurisprudence exam has been developed to provide for professionals transferring under labour mobility and will be rolled out in the next couple of months We spent time improving relationships with CIF getting more of our members involved and help each other. o There are a lot of opportunities for training via CIF; CIF holds a lot of technical sessions and provides a discount to CAPFT members. o There is an online forestry chronicle option available which decreases membership cost. o Encouraged members to sign up for CIF memberships. Online Management System updates included; o New Continuing Competency reporting system. It generated more use; about 95% of members used it for last year’s reporting. o The annual declaration is now available to complete online. o Adjustments to online reports for improved administration. Strengthening bonds with CAPF. A joint sub-committee has been formed to investigate partnership opportunities. The Partnership Letter that went out from the Presidents of CAPF and CAPFT announced a partnership initiative. It is not currently a merger; merger is on the table, but for now the primary focus is partnership; we will look to the memberships for suggestions on what this transformation should look like. If you have any ideas how you think that we can get some of our members involved with the college please let Shonelle the Registrar know. Incoming Presidents Remarks David Fox, incoming President, CAPFT Remarks: I am at the end of my career and want to ensure the new professionals are not limited. I would like to encourage senior members to engage with new members to make sure that they are competent and provided with opportunities. Members Remarks Bruce MacGregor: Spoke about his experience as CAPFT President, regarding volunteerism and encouraged members to give thought and really think about volunteering for our organization. Awards and Presentations David Fox, incoming President, and Pat Gallupe, outgoing President, CAPFT Presentation of outgoing Council Members and Awards Luncheon. Presentation of Outgoing Council Members: Tyler Caddey, Continuing Competence Director In the Future: Need to focus on the long term sustainability of the College; our membership has plateaued. In the past couple of years we have worked on changing the Regulation in order to provide more professionals to join our college and allow for growth. Long term goals may be to initiate partnerships with other natural resource professional organizations; at this time we are starting with our brother organization, CAPF. We need more volunteers to keep the College going. If there are no volunteers available to perform the work, we will need to hire more staff, and the implication will be cost increases. There are many committees and task forces to volunteer in. This year has been a lot better than last year in regards to late dues. GOOD JOB!!!! We will be working this year on strengthening PRO relationships. Continue consulting with ABCFP and ASFP regarding the jurisprudence exam and transferring membership processes. The CAPFT HR Policy and other processes will be finalized during the year. Continue to work on labour mobility, throughout the year; updates will be provided. Remarks: I would like to thank the College for allowing me to be the President; it has been great working with them and the CAPFT employees. I will be chair of the nominations committee and involved with partnership with CAPF. College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists L-R: Pat Gallupe, Tyler Caddey, David Fox Volunteer involvement builds the capacity of organizations. It provides organizations with the skills, talents, and perspectives that are essential to their relevance, vitality and sustainability. It increases the capacity of organizations to accomplish their goals… th Suite 200, 10544 – 106 St. Edmonton, AB T5H 2X6 Page | 7 2013 CAPFT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Farrah Terpstra, Professional Exam Director Edgar Koehler, Public Member L-R: Pat Gallupe, Farrah Terpstra, David Fox L-R: Pat Gallupe, Edgar Koehler, David Fox John Collins, Complaints Director David Fox, from Vice President to President L-R: Pat Gallupe, John Collins, David Fox Pat Gallupe (L), David Fox (R) Kelton Percival, NAIT Representative Pat Gallupe, from President to Past-President L-R: Pat Gallupe, Kelton Percival, David Fox L-R: David Fox, Pat Gallupe, Shonelle Wilkinson Close of morning session Ended morning session at 11:36am. Returned at 12:45pm for conclusion of awards and presentations. College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists th Suite 200, 10544 – 106 St. Edmonton, AB T5H 2X6 Page | 8 2013 CAPFT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Professional Exam Achievement Award Presented by: Pat Gallupe, outgoing President, CAPFT Presented to the RPFT who has achieved the highest mark on the professional exam this year. 15 Year Greg Behuniak Kathleen Doerkson Recipient: Nadia Ramnarine Nadia was unable to attend this session. Forest Technologist of the Year Award Presented by: David Fox, incoming-President, and Pat Gallupe, outgoing President, CAPFT Presented in recognition of an individual who has demonstrated professionalism in the field of forestry that promotes the principles of the College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists (CAPFT). Recipient: Tracey Cove L-R: David Fox, Pat Gallupe, Greg Behuniak, Kathleen Doerkson 20 Year None present New RPFT’s Presented by Farrah Terpstra, outgoing Exam Director Karalee Craig Kelton Percival Kendra McNutt Tara Hosick L-R: David Fox, Shonelle Wilkinson, Tracey Cove, Pat Gallupe Lindsay Bunn Julia Rickard Derek Kreger Milestones Presented by: David Fox, incoming-President, and Pat Gallupe, outgoing President, CAPFT 10 Year Bill Allen Kali Hennessey Peter Krog Chris Killoran Lorrie Kowpak New RPFT’s 2012-2013; from L-R: Lindsay Bunn, Tara Hosick, Kendra McNutt, Julia Rickard, Kelton Percival, Karalee Craig, Derrick Kreger. L-R: Kali Hennessey, Peter Krog, Pat Gallupe, David Fox, Chris Killoran, Lorrie Kowpak, Shonelle Wilkinson College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists th Suite 200, 10544 – 106 St. Edmonton, AB T5H 2X6 Page | 9 2013 CAPFT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Guest Speaker John Pineau, Chief Executive Officer, Canadian Institute of Forestry About the CIF – Making a difference with Value and Relevance Thanks to CAPFT for the opportunity to be here. I want to Thank CAPFT for the opportunity, and join the free electronic lectures. State of the Institute: CEO has visited all 18 CIF sections this year and will be back in Alberta in May to present the Forestry Capital of the Year Award to the town on Whitecourt. This is the third year the CIF membership has increased. The value of membership is being improved; electronic Chronicle, eLectures, lowered dues, and mentorship program. CIF has work going on with a number of organizations in China assisting with science and publishing in the Pacific Region; this will be featured in the Forestry Chronicle. CIF has lowered membership dues for the electronic package. CIF is now 105 years old and all about ‘good forestry’. CIF is seeing many more techs coming on board. Next year CIF National will see their first technologist in Presidency; Al Stinson. Currently 18 sections and Rocky Mountain is the strongest with 430 members. CIF has members in many industries; about 2,400 members. CIF RMS has been organizing many other activities; chili night, pub night, etc. Membership Benefits: Forestry Chronicle, many valuable articles, social media such as youtube, twitter and facebook. Electronic lectures; about 40 to 45 per year. We get 500 to 600 people tuning into them per session and are booked for 2 years ahead. Live sessions only are offered free to all, archived lectures can be accessed by members only. CIF has been improving its National Voice; speaking constructively through letters, media releases, editorials, etc. It is member driven, It is a collective effort to encourage young people into forestry. Forest without borders currently running lots of great projects. CIF has SWOT teams who will write articles about something they are very passionate about. This is very popular and has been on some major newspaper, this is member driven it is quickly and effective. Many events are public outreach. CIF is distributing many silver rings each year. This tradition is going strong has been around since 1950; it was introduced to techs in 2000. Announced the new Prince of Wales Award. We are going to give the first one of in Newfoundland this September. We have partnered with national forest week. International initiatives such as Forest without Borders in Zambia, Nepal, Cameroon, China and Asia pacific; using our expertise to help communities. A partnership with AESRD allowed CIF to do work in China. Introduced the SEEK Program; Science Extension Education Knowledge. We bring people together under one tent and neutral ground. We are the audience and platform at the same time. College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 10 Our internships have been very successful; we had 5 interns this year. They establish their network and get hired quickly. We have a conference planned in Corner Brook, Newfoundland in September 2013. Q&A: Member: We got an e-mail about the group membership, who do we contact? John Pineau: You can pay your membership through the CAPFT website and apply through the CIF. John Pineau receives a token of appreciation from CAPFT. L-R: Shonelle Wilkinson, John Pineau, Pat Gallupe CAPFT is a proud supporter of the CIF. Guest Speaker Grant Williamson, Transformation Manager, CAPF Transformation Process – What we have done – Where we are going Robert Anderson: Congratulates CAPFT on the tech session yesterday, best tech session I have been to in years. We have to listen to the advice from Professions and Occupations as well as the Government, AESRD and our public members on were we should be headed, as well as our members. P&O are suggesting that we form partnerships with CAPFT and other associations such as the biologists. AESRD is strongly suggesting more partnerships. We are trying to listen, and have hired Grant Williamson, Transformation Manager to start taking action. We are hearing mostly positive things on the partnership with CAPFT. We can be stronger and present a stronger voice by being together. Forest Practitioners are not widely recognized to the people (public) in the province of Alberta. Members are saying ‘be bold.’ My goal is to be open and transparent on what we are doing, I want to work together and have a stronger th Suite 200, 10544 – 106 St. Edmonton, AB T5H 2X6 Page | 2013 CAPFT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Grant Williamson: This committee was created to allow CAPF to become sustainable. Transformation committee came up with three main aspects: Promotion: recognize the need for both external and internal promotion. Expansion: we should become more inclusive to include other professionals. Related /allied professional organizations. Re-organization: hire a director of planning. Re-organize to address expansion issues. voice. We can find ways to let members from both Colleges to keep their titles. I am very happy with what Grant and Doug have done on the transformation committee. The changes have not been established but the direction should be ‘shoulder to shoulder.’ Must develop a marketing strategy. We need to rebrand ourselves; we are not perceived as a green profession. Our role as an organization is not well known; we need to reach the public and show what we do. There is more opportunity to market a larger organization than a smaller organization. Mergers are inevitable, is time to move forward. We must define a merger that considers title, scope, bylaws, etc. We don’t have 100% consensus from our people; due to minor obstacles such as 4 year to 2 year program. Enough momentum to start working on putting something together for a partnership initiative. Chemists and biologist are interested in partnerships; we have to look at other provinces and their models. Continue to develop a marketing program, promote forestry. Interview Process: spoke to public members, senior government staff, senior industry staff, and environmental groups. We have to be clear of the advantages for a merger or alliances with other colleges. General message was that we should think about a college of natural resources professionals, natural science professionals. Common Themes: Low enrollment in forestry program; make forestry program more attractive. Improve the value of membership. Improve public awareness. Review and revise values, objectives and mission statement. An extensive survey was conducted within the CAPF membership and allowed members to make comments; survey had a very good response rate at about 40%. Current employers: gov’t, consulting, selfemployed. Concern that there will be a mass retirement (approx. 35%) in the next 10 years; not currently being balance by new membership coming in. Little or no value of being a member of the college; but members identified the chance to network and like the competency program as a benefit. Q&A Bill Tinge: Involved in the initial partnership in 2005; I am happy to see this come back. I have always strongly supported this idea and was involved in the past and want to get involved. Question about Marketing; it takes money to raise the profile of the organization, what thoughts do you have for raising the profile, how much money will it take? Grant Williamson: Revive good information exchange with government. Be more involve with university students and help raise profile (by being more active) in our communities. We should Re-define our scope of practice be more involved in forest stewardship in the province. Address the enrollment in forestry in U of A. Look at how to increase value. Include other PRO’s. We had workshops in February in where we presented results to members. It was clear that we should not pursue exclusive scope of practice; this is not the model government is promoting. Direction that we should be more inclusive to increase overall mass. It is ‘time to move on.’ We talked about a merger with CAPFT and partnerships with other organizations. Some concerns are: right to title, scope of title, bylaws, and provincial mobility. A task force is in place and will identify some principles and processes and provide a proposal to be ratified by the respective memberships. CAPF membership wants to consider a larger more inclusive College. We have begun looking at existing models in other provinces. Ray Hilts: Involved in the initial partnership initiative; mixed information was received, communication is key through this process and objectives must be clear. Pat Gallupe: We will continue to see e-mails and communications, newsletters from the team to see where we stand. Doing joint news letters is one thing we have discussed on with the team to ensure concise and timely communications to both memberships. Adrian Pritchard, Employment & Occupations is here and interested on the transformation information and comments from CAPFT members. CAPFT is proud to announce the Partnership Initiative with CAPF. Guest Speaker College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 11 th Suite 200, 10544 – 106 St. Edmonton, AB T5H 2X6 Page | 2013 CAPFT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Pat Gallupe, Chair, NAIT Forest Technology Program Advisory Committee Update of NAIT Forest Technology Program Not sure about the number but the workers may end up being competency based. We must increase recruitment to all Natural Resource Programs to meet those needs. Registration, Enrollment and Recruitment 2012/2013 registered 37 first year and 24 students’ second year students. 22 individuals will graduate this April, 2013 and become part of the work force. 32 students will move from 1st year to 2nd year Annual quota is 30 students. 31 have been accepted into 1st year for next year and 13 waiting. 60 applicants to date. (57 at this time last year) Second time the program is above quota since 95, first time was last year. Member: Are we doing anything as far as career fairs or high school involvement? Kelton Percival: NAIT participates in the NAIT career fair every year, don’t know if we go to high schools. I would be able to go and help Rodger set up something like this. Student Employment Mark Dewy is the primary contact responsible for student employment placement for the program. Student employment at 76% of the first years and 83% of the second years. There is generally more employment opportunities available throughout the academic year than willing students to fill these positions. If a student does not have employment at this time of year it usually indicates that they have either declined previous job offers, have been very specific in their search or have decided not to work during the summer choosing to travel or explore other options and opportunities. CAPFT has sponsored 2 NAIT promotional videos. Academic Program Review The program’s internal review started in 2009 and continued in 2010 with an external panel. Outcome: Program requirements have been refined to match NAIT criteria. 68 weeks to 68 weeks, 2,354 hrs. to 1,935 Adopted an outcome based academic 15/3 model for 1st year this year, will be completely rolled out beginning Fall 2013 Fewer hours for credits. Now 26 courses from 57. Almost same amount of material delivered in a different fashion. New subject areas have been identified and existing curriculum content has been streamlined. Removed remote sensing, Microsoft Access, vegetation management from curriculum. The main changes to the program are in the delivery. The NAIT FOT Advisory Committee is undergoing transformation, and requires new members; contact Rodger DeChamplain, Kelton Percival or Pat Gallupe if you have interest in serving. A letter, from Rodger DeChamplain, updating CAPFT members on NAIT FOT will posted on the CAPFT website. Q&A Member: We need about 10,000 techs within the next ten years and only producing about 22 per year. Our jobs are attracting of being done by non-forestry professionals. One of those struggles will be to meet quotas and spend money to expand the program. This level of enrollment will not keep up with the projected skilled workers required as per Vision 20/20. Pat Gallupe: College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 12 Danielle Lussier: We need to hit student with information sooner, it is not efficient simply attend trade fairs. We must provide young people with industry specific info, not just the program information (Ex: Work Wild). There are many communities doing individual projects; we should collaborate a large scale recruitment initiative in the Province. Guest Speaker Jordan Fellner, CIP CRM, Account Manager, HUB International Insurance Brokers CAPFT Liability Insurance HUB international is CAPFT’s insurance broker. Defined two primary types of liability: Professional liability and Commercial liability. The major benefit of group liability coverage is that the coverage is retroactive to 1985 regardless of the professional’s inception with the policy. Professional examples provided Q&A Member: What is an average rate? Jordan Fellner: Premiums for professional: for consultants about $ 675-2338 annually for $250’000- $5 million limit for a single independent contractor. Bruce MacGregor: Recommended it; very good pricing and coverage Mike Poscente: We are covered within the scope of practice, what is the test for the scope of practice? Jordan Fellner: Whatever is clearly under the RPFT title and under legislation and bylaws. An adjuster may refer to the College for clarification if scope is not clear. Professional Insurance is a benefit of your CAPFT Membership. For more information see Hub Insurance. Closing Remarks and Adjournment Pat Gallupe, Outgoing President Adjourned at 3:20pm Transitional Council Meeting 3:30pm th Introduction of new CAPFT Council. Set next meeting for Thursday May 23rd, 2013. A meeting room will need to be booked. Registrar to make arrangement and send a meeting invite. Suite 200, 10544 – 106 St. Edmonton, AB T5H 2X6 Page | 2013 CAPFT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Item Number 1 Deadline: Status: Discussion Conclusions Item Number 2 Deadline: Status: Discussion Conclusions Action Items Put out an electronic call for nominations for the Vic e Presidents role to the membership. Immediately Person rd Shonelle W ilkinson, Registrar April 23 , 2013 Responsible: rd Notice put out on April 23 , 2013. th Nominations to clos e at 12:00pm, Monday May 6 , 2013. Electronic vote will follow in the event of multiple nominations. Received nominations; electronic vote to follow TBD Make arrangements for May c ouncil meeting and s end out a meeting invite . Immediately Person th Shonelle W ilkinson, Registrar April 26 , 2013 Responsible: Booked the Grand Boardroom at the Edmont on Hotel and Convention Centre. nd Meeting invite sent out April 22 , 2013. David Fox to Chair Meeting booked at the Grand Boardroom at the Edmonton Hotel and Convention Centre rd for May 23 , 2013. Meeting invite sent out to Council Members April 22nd, 2013. _Sponsors of the 2013 Annual General Meeting and Technical Session_ College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 13 th Suite 200, 10544 – 106 St. Edmonton, AB T5H 2X6 Page | College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Appendix B: 2014 Bylaw Resolutions College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Bylaw Resolutions College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists April 20th, 2013-March 3rd, 2014 51 SPECIAL RESOLUTION 2014-01 th Reviewed and accepted by CAPFT Council Feb 25 , 2014 To be reviewed by CAPFT Membership April 4th, 2014 3.01 B REGISTERED FOREST TECHNOLOGISTS REGISTER ISSUE/BACKGROUND: UPON REVIEWING THE REGISTERED FOREST TECHNOLOGISTS REGISTER BYLAW UNDER ARTICLE 3. MEMBERSHIP, 3.01 REIGSTRATION CRITERIA, B. REGISTERED FOREST TECHNOLOGISTS REGISTER, COUNCIL HAS AGREED THAT THIS ARTICLE REQUIRES AMENDMENT IN ORDER FOR THE EVERYDAY GOVERNING OF THE COLLEGE. THE REASONS ARE AS FOLLOWS: TO REVISE THE WORDING DESCRIBED BY THE CURRENT BYLAW TO MORE ACCURATELY REFLECT THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE FOREST TECHNOLOGIST IN TRAINING WHO HAS COMPLETED THE WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS. TO REVISE THE WORDING DESCRIBED BY THE CURRENT BYLAW TO MORE ACCURATELY REFLECT THE REQUIREMENTS OF A TRANFERRING PROFESSIONAL. TO REVISE THE WORDING DESCRIBED BY THE CURRENT BYLAW TO INCLUDE NEW TOOLS DEVELOPED FOR LABOUR MOBILITY. WHERE, THE EXISTING WORDING OF ARTICLE 3. MEMBERSHIP, 3.01 REGISTRATION CRITERIA, B. REGISTERED FOREST TECHNOLOGIST REGISTER READS AS FOLLOWS: B. REGISTERED FOREST TECHNOLOGISTS REGISTER. IS A TRANSFERRING FULL PROFESSIONAL FOREST TECHNOLOGIST FROM ANOTHER PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION IN ANOTHER PROVINCE OR A FTT WITH 24 MONTHS POST GRADUATED WORK EXPERIENCE WHO WILL SATISFY THE REQUIREMENTS OF MEMBERSHIP, EXCEPT FOR HAVING PASSED THE PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATION. HE OR SHE IS ISSUED A VALID PRACTICE PERMIT, AND MAY USE THE TITLE OF REGISTERED FOREST TECHNOLOGIST (RFT). HE OR SHE IS REQUIRED TO SIGN A DECLARATION STATING THAT HE OR SHE WILL BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE APPLICABLE ALBERTA LEGISLATION WITHIN 60 DAYS AND WILL NOT PRACTICE OUTSIDE HIS OR HER AREA OF KNOWLEDGE. HE OR SHE IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR PROFESSIONAL SIGNOFFS. NOTE: AN INDIVIDUAL MAY CHOOSE TO CHALLENGE THE PROFESSIONAL EXAM AT THE NEXT AVAILABLE WRITING. HE OR SHE SHALL PASS WITH A MARK OF 65% IN ORDER TO BECOME A REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL FOREST TECHNOLOGIST (RPFT). (RESOLUTION 2010-03) (AMENDED RESOLUTION 2011-01) BE IT RESOLVED… THE “COLLEGE” ADOPT THE FOLLOWING BY-LAW WORDING WHERE WITH THE ABOVE ISSUE/BACKGROUND INFORMATION THE WORDING OF ARTICLE 3. MEMBERSHIP, 3.01 REGISTRATION CRITERIA, B. REGISTERED FOREST TECHNOLOGISTS REGISTER WILL READ AS FOLLOWS: B. REGISTERED FOREST TECHNOLOGISTS REGISTER. IS A TRANSFERRING FULL PROFESSIONAL FOREST TECHNOLOGIST FROM ANOTHER PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION IN ANOTHER PROVINCE WHO HAS YET TO DEMONSTRATE A FAMILIARIZATION WITH ALBERTA LEGISLATION OR A FTT WITH 24 MONTHS POST GRADUATED WORK EXPERIENCE WHO WILL SATISFY THE REQUIREMENTS OF MEMBERSHIP, EXCEPT FOR HAVING PASSED THE PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATION. HE OR SHE IS ISSUED A VALID PRACTICE PERMIT, AND MAY USE THE TITLE OF REGISTERED FOREST TECHNOLOGIST (RFT). HE OR SHE IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR PROFESSIONAL SIGNOFF AND WILL NOT PRACTICE OUTSIDE HIS OR HER AREA OF KNOWLEDGE. MEMBERS APPLYING FROM OUT OF PROVINCE ARE REQUIRED TO DEMONSTRATE A FAMILIARIZATION WITH ALBERTA LEGISLATION. NOTE: AN INDIVIDUAL MAY CHOOSE TO CHALLENGE THE PROFESSIONAL EXAM AT THE NEXT AVAILABLE WRITING. HE OR SHE SHALL PASS WITH A MARK OF 65% IN ORDER TO BECOME A REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL FOREST TECHNOLOGIST (RPFT). TRANSFERRING FULL PROFESSIONAL FOREST TECHNOLOGISTS FROM ANOTHER PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION IN ANOTHER PROVINCE WILL DEMONSTRATE A FAMILIARIZATION WITH ALBERTA LEGISLATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE RPFT REGISTER. (RESOLUTION 2010-03) (AMENDED RESOLUTION 2011-01) THE “COLLEGE” IS COMMITTED TO GOOD GOVERNANCE. THE “COLLEGE” REQUIRES ADDITIONAL WORDING IN THE BYLAW FOR DAY-TO-DAY ADMINISTRATION. THIS SPECIAL RESOLUTION IS AN AMMENDMENT TO THE BYLAW AND REQUIRES A VOTE OF 2/3 OF THE VOTING MEMBERS TO PASS. SPECIAL RESOLUTION 2014-02 th Reviewed and accepted by CAPFT Council Feb 25 , 2014 To be reviewed by CAPFT Membership April 4th, 2014 4.01 COUNCIL ISSUE/BACKGROUND: UPON REVIEWING THE COUNCIL BYLAW UNDER ARTICLE 4. COUNCIL, 4.01 THE COUNCIL SHALL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING ELECTED POSITIONS, COUNCIL HAS AGREED THAT THIS ARTICLE REQUIRES AMENDMENT IN ORDER FOR THE EVERYDAY GOVERNING OF THE COLLEGE. THE REASONS ARE AS FOLLOWS: TO REVISE THE WORDING DESCRIBED BY THE CURRENT BYLAW TO MORE ACCURATELY REFLECT THE APPOINTMENT PROCESS OF THOSE POSITIONS THAT MAKE UP THE GOVERNING COUNCIL AS DESCRIBED IN CAPFT BYLAW 4.06 COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS. WHERE, THE EXISTING WORDING OF ARTICLE 4. COUNCIL, 4.01 THE COUNCIL SHALL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING ELECTED POSITIONS: READS AS FOLLOWS: 4.01 THE COUNCIL SHALL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING ELECTED POSITIONS: PRESIDENT PAST PRESIDENT VICE-PRESIDENT FINANCE DIRECTOR MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR HEARINGS DIRECTOR COMPLAINTS DIRECTOR COMPETENCE DIRECTOR EXAM DIRECTOR NAIT REPRESENTATIVE CIF REPRESENTATIVE (RESOLUTION 2013-03) THE COUNCIL SHALL INCLUDE THE COLLEGE'S REGISTRAR AND PUBLIC MEMBERS AS PRESCRIBED IN THE REGULATED FORESTRY PROFESSION ACT. THE COUNCIL SHALL, SUBJECT TO THE BYLAWS OR DIRECTIONS GIVEN IT BY MAJORITY VOTE AT ANY MEETING PROPERLY CALLED AND CONSTITUTED, HAVE FULL CONTROL AND MANAGEMENT OF THE AFFAIRS OF THE COLLEGE. BE IT RESOLVED… THE “COLLEGE” ADOPT THE FOLLOWING BY-LAW WORDING WHERE WITH THE ABOVE ISSUE/BACKGROUND INFORMATION THE WORDING OF ARTICLE 4. COUNCIL, 4.01 THE COUNCIL SHALL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING ELECTED POSITIONS. WILL READ AS FOLLOWS: 4.01 THE COUNCIL SHALL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING ELECTED POSITIONS: PRESIDENT PAST PRESIDENT VICE-PRESIDENT FINANCE DIRECTOR MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR HEARINGS DIRECTOR COMPLAINTS DIRECTOR COMPETENCE DIRECTOR EXAM DIRECTOR AND THE FOLLOWING COUNCIL APPOINTED POSITIONS: NAIT REPRESENTATIVE CIF REPRESENTATIVE (Resolution 2013-03) THE COUNCIL SHALL INCLUDE THE COLLEGE'S REGISTRAR AND PUBLIC MEMBERS AS PRESCRIBED IN THE REGULATED FORESTRY PROFESSION ACT. THE COUNCIL SHALL, SUBJECT TO THE BYLAWS OR DIRECTIONS GIVEN IT BY MAJORITY VOTE AT ANY MEETING PROPERLY CALLED AND CONSTITUTED, HAVE FULL CONTROL AND MANAGEMENT OF THE AFFAIRS OF THE COLLEGE. THE “COLLEGE” IS COMMITTED TO GOOD GOVERNANCE. THE “COLLEGE” REQUIRES ADDITIONAL WORDING IN THE BYLAW FOR DAY-TO-DAY ADMINISTRATION. THIS SPECIAL RESOLUTION IS AN AMMENDMENT TO THE BYLAW AND REQUIRES A VOTE OF 2/3 OF THE VOTING MEMBERS TO PASS. SPECIAL RESOLUTION 2014-03 th Reviewed and accepted by CAPFT Council Feb 25 , 2014 To be reviewed by CAPFT Membership April 4th, 2014 4.06 COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS ISSUE/BACKGROUND: UPON REVIEWING THE COUNCIL BYLAW UNDER ARTICLE 4. COUNCIL, 4.06 COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS, COUNCIL HAS AGREED THAT THIS ARTICLE REQUIRES AMENDMENT IN ORDER FOR THE EVERYDAY GOVERNING OF THE COLLEGE. THE REASONS ARE AS FOLLOWS: TO REVISE THE WORDING DESCRIBED BY THE CURRENT BYLAW TO CLEARLY REFLECT THE APPOINTMENT PROCESS AND VOTING POSITIONS OF THOSE POSITIONS THAT MAKE UP THE GOVERNING COUNCIL. THE CURRENT WORDING INTERPRETS THAT THESE POSITIONS ARE APPOINTED FROM WITHIN THE EXISTING ELECTED COUNCIL POSITIONS RATHER THAN BEING INDIVIDUAL ROLES. WHERE, THE EXISTING WORDING OF ARTICLE 4. COUNCIL, 4.06 COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS READS AS FOLLOWS: 4.06 COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS (ADDED RESOLUTION 2005-01) A. THE POSITION OF NAIT ADVISORY REPRESENTATIVE IS AN APPOINTED POSITION FROM COUNCIL. IT HAS A TERM OF TWO YEARS AND IS APPOINTED ON ODD YEARS. B. THE POSITION OF CIF REPRESENTATIVE IS AN APPOINTED POSITION FROM COUNCIL. IT HAS A TERM OF TWO YEARS AND IS APPOINTED ON EVEN YEARS. BE IT RESOLVED… THE “COLLEGE” ADOPT THE FOLLOWING BY-LAW WORDING WHERE WITH THE ABOVE ISSUE/BACKGROUND INFORMATION THE WORDING OF ARTICLE 4. COUNCIL, 4.06 COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS WILL READ AS FOLLOWS: 4.06 COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS (ADDED RESOLUTION 2005-01) A. THE NAIT ADVISORY REPRESENTATIVE IS A COUNCIL APPOINTED POSITION. IT HAS A TERM OF TWO YEARS AND IS APPOINTED IN ODD YEARS. B. THE CIF REPRESENTATIVE IS A COUNCIL APPOINTED POSITION. IT HAS A TERM OF TWO YEARS AND IS APPOINTED IN EVEN YEARS. THE “COLLEGE” IS COMMITTED TO GOOD GOVERNANCE. THE “COLLEGE” REQUIRES ADDITIONAL WORDING IN THE BYLAW FOR DAY-TO-DAY ADMINISTRATION. THIS SPECIAL RESOLUTION IS AN AMMENDMENT TO THE BYLAW AND REQUIRES A VOTE OF 2/3 OF THE VOTING MEMBERS TO PASS. College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Appendix C: 2013 Bylaw Resolutions College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Bylaw Resolutions College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists April 19th, 2013 52 SPECIAL RESOLUTION 2013-01 th Passed by CAPFT Council on August 17 , 2012. Voted by Membership April 19th, 2013 (AGM). NOT PASSED 4.02 ELIGIBILITY FOR OFFICE ISSUE/BACKGROUND: UPON REVIEWING THE ELIGIBILITY FOR OFFICE BYLAW UNDER ARTICLE 4. COUNCIL, 3.02 ELIGIBILITY FOR OFFICE, COUNCIL HAS AGREED THAT THIS ARTICLE REQUIRES AMENDMENT IN ORDER FOR THE EVERYDAY GOVERNING OF THE COLLEGE. THE REASONS ARE AS FOLLOWS: WHEREAS … THE “COLLEGE” IS COMMITTED TO GOOD GOVERNANCE. WHEREAS … THE “COLLEGE” REQUIRES ADDITIONAL WORDING IN THE BYLAW FOR DAY-TO-DAY ADMINISTRATION. THIS SPECIAL RESOLUTION IS AN AMMENDMENT TO THE BYLAW AND REQUIRES A VOTE OF 2/3 OF THE VOTING MEMBERS TO BE CHANGED THE COUNCIL PROPOSES TO REVISE THE PARAMETERS DESCRIBED BY THE CURRENT BYLAW TO EXPAND ELIGIBILITY AMONGST THE REPRESENTATIVE MEMBERSHIP. WHERE, THE EXISTING WORDING OF ARTICLE 4. COUNCIL, 4.02 ELIGIBILITY FOR OFFICE READS AS FOLLOWS: 4.02 ELIGIBILITY FOR OFFICE ANY RPFT IN GOOD STANDING SHALL BE ELIGIBLE FOR ANY OFFICE/DIRECTORSHIP ON THE COUNCIL. (RESOLUTION 2004-10) BE IT RESOLVED… THE “COLLEGE” ADOPT THE FOLLOWING BY-LAW WORDING WHERE WITH THE ABOVE ISSUE/BACKGROUND INFORMATION THE WORDING OF ARTICLE 4. COUNCIL, 4.02 EILIGIBILITY FOR OFFICE WILL READ AS FOLLOWS: 4.02 ELIGIBILITY FOR OFFICE ANY REGULATED MEMBER IN GOOD STANDING SHALL BE ELIGIBLE FOR ANY OFFICE/DIRECTORSHIP ON THE COUNCIL. (RESOLUTION 2004-10) SPECIAL RESOLUTION 2013-02 th Passed by CAPFT Council October 19 , 2012. Passed by Membership April 19th, 2013 (AGM). 3.01.1 NON-REGULATED MEMBERS ISSUE/BACKGROUND: UPON REVIEWING THE ASSOCIATE MEMBER CRITERIA, UNDER ARTICLE 3. MEMBERSHIP, 3.01.1 NON-REGULATED MEMBERS, COUNCIL HAS AGREED THAT THIS ARTICLE REQUIRES AMENDMENT IN ORDER FOR THE EVERYDAY GOVERNING OF THE COLLEGE. THE REASONS ARE AS FOLLOWS: WHEREAS … THE “COLLEGE” IS COMMITTED TO GOOD GOVERNANCE. WHEREAS … THE “COLLEGE” REQUIRES ADDITIONAL WORDING IN THE BYLAW FOR DAY-TO-DAY ADMINISTRATION. THIS SPECIAL RESOLUTION IS AN AMMENDMENT TO THE BYLAW AND REQUIRES A VOTE OF 2/3 OF THE VOTING MEMBERS TO BE CHANGED THE COUNCIL PROPOSES TO REVISE THE WORDING IN THE CRITERIA DESCRIBED BY THE CURRENT BYLAW TO BE IN BETTER REFLECTION OF THE WORDING OF THE REGULATED FORESTRY PROFESSION ACT. WHERE, THE EXISTING WORDING OF ARTICLE 3. MEMBERSHIP, 3.01.1 NON-REGULATED MEMBERS READS AS FOLLOWS: 3.01.1 NON-REGULATED MEMBERS: (RESOLUTION 02-01)(RESOLUTION 2011-03) A. ASSOCIATE MEMBER. MUST BE A GRADUATE FROM A NATURAL RESOURCES OR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES PROGRAM AT A RECOGNIZED TRAINING SCHOOL OR VOCATIONAL COLLEGE CONSISTING OF A ONE OR MORE YEAR(S) TRAINING PROGRAM, AND COMMIT TO MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OUTLINED IN THE CORE COMPETENCY CHECKLIST. BE IT RESOLVED… THE “COLLEGE” ADOPT THE FOLLOWING BY-LAW WORDING WHERE WITH THE ABOVE ISSUE/BACKGROUND INFORMATION THE WORDING OF ARTICLE 3. MEMBERSHIP, 3.01.1 NON-REGULATED MEMBERS WILL READ AS FOLLOWS: 3.01.1 NON-REGULATED MEMBERS: (RESOLUTION 02-01)(RESOLUTION 2011-03) A. ASSOCIATE MEMBER. MUST BE A GRADUATE FROM A NATURAL RESOURCES OR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES PROGRAM AT A RECOGNIZED TRAINING SCHOOL OR VOCATIONAL COLLEGE CONSISTING OF A ONE OR MORE YEAR(S) TRAINING PROGRAM, AND COMMIT TO MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OUTLINED IN THE CORE COMPETENCIES APPROVED BY COUNCIL. SPECIAL RESOLUTION 2013-03 th Passed by CAPFT Council October 19 , 2012, Passed by Membership April 19th, 2013 (AGM). 4.01 COUNCIL ISSUE/BACKGROUND: UPON REVIEWING THE LIST OF COUNCIL MEMBERS THAT COMPOSE THE CAPFT COUNCIL UNDER ARTICLE 4. COUNCIL, 4.01, COUNCIL HAS AGREED THAT THIS ARTICLE REQUIRES AMENDMENT IN ORDER FOR THE EVERYDAY GOVERNING OF THE COLLEGE. THE REASONS ARE AS FOLLOWS: WHEREAS … THE “COLLEGE” IS COMMITTED TO GOOD GOVERNANCE. WHEREAS … THE “COLLEGE” REQUIRES ADDITIONAL WORDING IN THE BYLAW FOR DAY-TO-DAY ADMINISTRATION. THIS SPECIAL RESOLUTION IS AN AMMENDMENT TO THE BYLAW AND REQUIRES A VOTE OF 2/3 OF THE VOTING MEMBERS TO BE CHANGED THE COUNCIL PROPOSES TO INCLUDE ALL COUNCIL MEMBERS NOT CURRENTLY LISTED IN THE BYLAW TO BETTER REFLECT THE CAPFT COUNCIL COMPOSITION. WHERE, THE EXISTING WORDING OF ARTICLE 4 COUNCIL 4.01 READS AS FOLLOWS: 4.01 THE COUNCIL CONSISTS OF THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS: PRESIDENT PAST PRESIDENT VICE-PRESIDENT FINANCE DIRECTOR MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR HEARINGS DIRECTOR EXAM DIRECTOR CIF REPRESENTATIVE THE COUNCIL SHALL INCLUDE THE COLLEGE'S REGISTRAR AND PUBLIC MEMBERS AS PRESCRIBED IN THE REGULATED FORESTRY PROFESSION ACT. THE COUNCIL SHALL, SUBJECT TO THE BYLAWS OR DIRECTIONS GIVEN IT BY MAJORITY VOTE AT ANY MEETING PROPERLY CALLED AND CONSTITUTED, HAVE FULL CONTROL AND MANAGEMENT OF THE AFFAIRS OF THE COLLEGE. BE IT RESOLVED… THE “COLLEGE” ADOPT THE FOLLOWING BY-LAW WORDING WHERE WITH THE ABOVE ISSUE/BACKGROUND INFORMATION THE WORDING OF ARTICLE 4. COUNCIL WILL READ AS FOLLOWS: 4.01 THE COUNCIL SHALL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING ELECTED POSITIONS: PRESIDENT PAST PRESIDENT VICE-PRESIDENT FINANCE DIRECTOR MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR HEARINGS DIRECTOR COMPLAINTS DIRECTOR COMPETENCE DIRECTOR EXAM DIRECTOR NAIT REPRESENTATIVE CIF REPRESENTATIVE THE COUNCIL SHALL INCLUDE THE COLLEGE'S REGISTRAR AND PUBLIC MEMBERS AS PRESCRIBED IN THE REGULATED FORESTRY PROFESSION ACT. THE COUNCIL SHALL, SUBJECT TO THE BYLAWS OR DIRECTIONS GIVEN IT BY MAJORITY VOTE AT ANY MEETING PROPERLY CALLED AND CONSTITUTED, HAVE FULL CONTROL AND MANAGEMENT OF THE AFFAIRS OF THE COLLEGE. SPECIAL RESOLUTION 2013-04 th Passed by CAPFT Council January 25 , 2013. Passed by Membership April 19th, 2013 (AGM). 6.06 VOTING ISSUE/BACKGROUND: UPON REVIEWING THE VOTING ELIGIBILITY FOR CAPFT MEMBERS UNDER ARTICLE 6.06 VOTING, PART A. COUNCIL HAS AGREED THAT THIS ARTICLE REQUIRES AN AMENDMENT IN ORDER TO REFLECT THE EXISTING MEMBERSHIP. THE REASONS ARE AS FOLLOWS: WHEREAS … THE “COLLEGE” IS COMMITTED TO GOOD GOVERNANCE. WHEREAS … THE “COLLEGE” REQUIRES ALTERNATIVE WORDING IN THE BYLAW FOR DAY-TO-DAY ADMINISTRATION. THIS SPECIAL RESOLUTION IS AN AMMENDMENT TO THE BYLAW AND REQUIRES A VOTE OF 2/3 OF THE VOTING MEMBERS TO BE CHANGED THE COUNCIL PROPOSES TO ALLOW ALL REGULATED MEMBERS IN GOOD STANDING THE RIGHT TO VOTE AT ANY MEETING OF THE COLLEGE. WHERE, THE EXISTING WORDING OF ARTICLE 6.06 VOTING READS AS FOLLOWS: 6.06 VOTING A. ANY MEMBER ON THE RPFT REGISTER WHO HAS NOT WITHDRAWN FROM MEMBERSHIP, NOR BEEN SUSPENDED OR CANCELLED, SHALL HAVE THE RIGHT TO VOTE AT ANY MEETING OF THE COLLEGE. SUCH VOTES MUST BE MADE IN PERSON AND NOT BY PROXY OR OTHERWISE. (AMENDED RESOLUTION 2005-12) BE IT RESOLVED… THE “COLLEGE” ADOPT THE FOLLOWING BY-LAW WORDING WHERE WITH THE ABOVE ISSUE/BACKGROUND INFORMATION THE WORDING OF ARTICLE 6.06 VOTING WILL READ AS FOLLOWS: 6.06 VOTING A. ANY ACTIVE REGULATED MEMBER IN GOOD STANDING SHALL HAVE THE RIGHT TO VOTE AT ANY MEETING WITH THE EXCEPTION OF COUNCIL MEETINGS OF THE COLLEGE. SUCH VOTES MUST BE MADE IN PERSON WHICH INCLUDES METHODS IDENTIFIED IN CAPFT BYLAW 6.08 AND NOT BY PROXY OR OTHERWISE. (AMENDED RESOLUTION 2005-12) SPECIAL RESOLUTION 2013-05 th Passed by CAPFT March, 19, 2013. Passed by Membership April 19 , 2013 (AGM). 3.08.1 ISSUE/BACKGROUND: UPON REVIEWING THE AUDIT DEADLINES FOR THE CONTINUING COMPETENCY PROGRAM AS DEFINED UNDER ARTICLE 3.08.1 PRACTICE PERMIT APPLICATIONS, COUNCIL HAS AGREED THAT THIS ARTICLE REQUIRES AN AMENDMENT IN ORDER TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE OF DEADLINES OF PROCESSES SUBSEQUENT TO THE AUDIT. THE REASONS ARE AS FOLLOWS: WHEREAS … THE “COLLEGE” IS COMMITTED TO GOOD GOVERNANCE. WHEREAS … THE “COLLEGE” REQUIRES ALTERNATIVE WORDING IN THE BYLAW FOR DAY-TO-DAY ADMINISTRATION. THIS SPECIAL RESOLUTION IS AN AMMENDMENT TO THE BYLAW AND REQUIRES A VOTE OF 2/3 OF THE VOTING MEMBERS TO BE CHANGED THE COUNCIL PROPOSES TO CHANGE THE SUBMISSION DEADLINE FOR THE CONTINUTING COMPETENCE PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS. THE CHANGE WILL ALLOW FOR EARLIER AUDIT COMMENCEMNT IN ORDER TO IMPROVE THE EFFICIENCY IN FOLLOWING OUR PROCESSES. WHERE, THE EXISTING WORDING OF ARTICLE 3 PRACTICE PERMIT APPLICATIONS 3.08.1 READS AS FOLLOWS: 3.08.1 A REGULATED MEMBER MUST SUBMIT A COMPLETED APPLICATION FOR THEIR ANNUAL PRACTICE PERMIT TO THE REGISRAR BY NOVEMBER 30 FOR THE UP COMING YEAR. THIS INCLUDES PART A: (REGISTER INFORMATION) AND PART B: (CONTINUING COMPETENCY REPORTING FORM) AND PART C: (DECLARATION). (AMENDED RESOLUTION 2005-09) BE IT RESOLVED… THE “COLLEGE” ADOPT THE FOLLOWING BY-LAW WORDING WHERE WITH THE ABOVE ISSUE/BACKGROUND INFORMATION THE WORDING OF ARTICLE 3.08.1 PRACTICE PERMIT APPLICATIONS WILL READ AS FOLLOWS: 3.08.1 A REGULATED MEMBER MUST SUBMIT A COMPLETED APPLICATION FOR THEIR ANNUAL PRACTICE PERMIT TO THE REGISTRAR BY THE SPECIFIED DATE FOR THE UP COMING YEAR. THIS INCLUDES: PART PART A PART B PART C REQUIREMENT REGISTER INFORMATION CONTINUING COMPETENCY REPORTING SUBMISSIONS DECLARATION (AMENDED RESOLUTION 2005-09) DEADLINE NOVEMBER 30 OCTOBER 15 NOVEMBER 30 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Appendix D: Financial Statements (unaudited) College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists As prepared by SVS Group LLP, Chartered Accountants for January 1, 2013- December 31, 2013 53 COLLEGE OF ALBERTA PROFESSIONAL FOREST TECHNOLOGISTS FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Unaudited) FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2013 COLLEGE OF ALBERTA PROFESSIONAL FOREST TECHNOLOGISTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2013 CONTENTS Page REVIEW ENGAGEMENT REPORT 3 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Statement of Financial Position 4 Statement of Changes in Net Assets 5 Statement of Operations 6 Statement of Cash Flows 7 Notes to Financial Statements 8 - 11 REVIEW ENGAGEMENT REPORT To the Directors of COLLEGE OF ALBERTA PROFESSIONAL FOREST TECHNOLOGISTS We have reviewed the statement of financial position of College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists as at December 31, 2013 and the statements of operations, changes in net assets and cash flows for the year then ended. Our review was made in accordance with Canadian generally accepted standards for review engagements and accordingly consisted primarily of enquiry, analytical procedures and discussion related to information supplied to us by the College. A review does not constitute an audit and consequently we do not express an audit opinion on these financial statements. Based on our review, nothing has come to our attention that causes us to believe that these financial statements are not, in all material respects, in accordance with Canadian accounting standards for private sector not-for-profit organizations. SVS Group LLP Edmonton, Alberta February 11, 2014 CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS 3 COLLEGE OF ALBERTA PROFESSIONAL FOREST TECHNOLOGISTS STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION (Unaudited) AS AT DECEMBER 31, 2013 2013 2012 ASSETS CURRENT Cash Short-term investments (Note 3) Accounts receivable Prepaid expenses $ LONG-TERM INVESTMENTS (Note 4) PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT (Note 5) 108,324 195,104 2,616 780 $ 62,985 148,007 2,193 593 306,824 213,778 171,553 2,361 223,183 3,073 $ 480,738 $ 440,034 $ 9,503 212,375 $ 6,984 207,470 LIABILITIES CURRENT Accounts payable and accrued liabilities (Note 6) Deferred revenue (Note 8) 221,878 214,454 84,945 171,553 2,362 (676) 223,183 3,073 258,860 225,580 NET ASSETS UNRESTRICTED NET ASSETS CONTINGENCY FUND (Note 4) NET ASSETS INVESTED IN PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT $ APPROVED ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD: Director Director 4 480,738 $ 440,034 COLLEGE OF ALBERTA PROFESSIONAL FOREST TECHNOLOGISTS STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS (Unaudited) FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2013 2013 Unrestricted Net Assets NET ASSETS, beginning of year $ Contingency Fund (676) $ 223,183 2012 Net Assets Invested in Property and Equipment $ $ 209,151 33,280 16,429 33,280 TRANSFER TO UNRESTRICTED NET ASSETS 54,867 (54,867) - - - CONTINGENCY FUND INTEREST INCOME (3,237) 3,237 - - - (711) - - NET ASSETS, end of year 711 $ - $ 225,580 EXCESS OF REVENUE OVER EXPENSES FOR THE YEAR AMORTIZATION OF PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT - 3,073 - 84,945 $ 171,553 5 $ 2,362 $ 258,860 $ 225,580 COLLEGE OF ALBERTA PROFESSIONAL FOREST TECHNOLOGISTS STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS (Unaudited) FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2013 REVENUE Membership dues AGM income Advertising and other income Interest income $ EXPENSES Advertising and promotion Amortization Awards Bank charges and interest Bad debts Insurance Management system and website design Meetings Office and general Professional fees Rent Subcontract Telephone and utilities Wages and benefits EXCESS OF REVENUE OVER EXPENSES FOR THE YEAR $ 6 2013 % 2012 % 229,585 31,070 21,975 4,074 80.1 10.8 7.7 1.4 220,986 24,940 22,880 6,020 80.4 9.1 8.3 2.2 286,704 100.0 274,826 100.0 5,202 711 1,500 6,436 300 1.8 0.2 0.5 2.2 0.1 8,179 1,342 3,100 5,301 8,093 3.0 0.5 1.1 1.9 2.9 4,230 4,300 37,970 12,582 1.5 1.5 13.2 4.4 4,507 14,357 36,898 13,345 1.6 5.2 13.4 4.9 8,612 15,195 7,758 2,912 145,716 3.0 5.3 2.7 1.0 50.8 4,358 14,636 6,129 3,101 135,051 1.6 5.3 2.2 1.1 49.1 253,424 88.2 258,397 93.8 33,280 11.8 16,429 6.2 $ $ COLLEGE OF ALBERTA PROFESSIONAL FOREST TECHNOLOGISTS STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS (Unaudited) FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2013 2013 CASH PROVIDED BY (USED IN) OPERATING ACTIVITIES Cash receipts from members and other income Cash paid to suppliers and employees Interest income $ CASH PROVIDED BY (USED IN) INVESTING ACTIVITIES Purchase of property and equipment Proceeds on sale (purchase) of long-term investments INCREASE IN CASH DURING THE YEAR CASH, beginning of year 2012 282,207 $ (245,476) 4,074 283,435 (237,019) 6,020 40,805 52,436 51,631 (1,622) (9,768) 51,631 (11,390) 92,436 41,046 210,992 169,946 CASH, end of year $ 303,428 $ 210,992 REPRESENTED BY Cash Short-term investments $ 108,324 195,104 $ 62,985 148,007 $ 303,428 $ 210,992 7 COLLEGE OF ALBERTA PROFESSIONAL FOREST TECHNOLOGISTS NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Unaudited) FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2013 1. NATURE OF OPERATIONS The College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists (CAPFT) was incorporated on December 4, 1992 under the Securities Act. Subsequently in 1999, the College became an association under the Regulated Forestry Professions Act. The mission of CAPFT is to promote the professional management of all forested land in the province of Alberta. 2. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Canadian Accounting Standards for Private Sector Not-for-Profit Organizations (ASPSNFP) and include the following accounting policies: (a) Use of Estimates The preparation of financial statements in conformity with Canadian Accounting Standards for Private Sector Not-for-Profit Organizations requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the current period. These estimates are reviewed periodically and adjustments are made to income as appropriate in the year they become known. Estimated life of property and equipment and inventory valuation, if applicable, are the most significant items that involve the use of estimates. (b) Financial Instruments Measurement of financial instruments The College initially measures its financial assets and liabilities at fair value, except for certain non-arm's length transactions. The College subsequently measures all of its financial assets and financial liabilities at amortized cost, except in equity instruments that are quoted in an active market, which are measured at fair value. Changes in fair value are recognized in net income. Financial assets measured at amortized cost include cash, investments and accounts receivable. Financial liabilities measured at amortized cost include accounts payable and accrued liabilities and deferred revenue. The College's financial assets, if any, measured at fair value may include investments that are quoted shares. Impairment Financial assets measured at cost are tested for impairment when there are indicators of impairment. The amount of the write-down is recognized in net income. The previously recognized impairment loss may be reversed to the extent of the improvement, directly or by adjusting the allowance account, provided it is no greater than the amount that would have been reported at the date of the reversal had the impairment not been recognized previously. The amount of the reversal is recognized in net income. 8 COLLEGE OF ALBERTA PROFESSIONAL FOREST TECHNOLOGISTS NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Unaudited) FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2013 2. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (continued) (b) Financial Instruments (continued) Transaction costs The College recognizes its transaction costs, if any, in net income in the period incurred. However, financial instruments that will not be subsequently measured at fair value are adjusted by the transaction costs that are directly attributable to their origination, issuance or assumption. (c) Property and Equipment Property and equipment are stated at cost. Amortization is provided annually on the declining balance basis at rates calculated to write-off the property and equipment over their estimated useful lives. One-half of normal rates are applied in the year of acquisition. These rates are as follows: Furniture and fixtures Computer equipment 20% 50% (d) Revenue Recognition The CAPFT follows the deferral method of accounting for contributions. Restricted contributions are recognized as revenue in the year in which the related expenses are incurred. Unrestricted contributions are recognized as revenue when received or receivable if the amount to be received can be reasonably estimated and collection is reasonably assured. The Unrestricted Net Asset Fund accounts for the CAPFT's program delivery and administrative activities. The investment in equipment and fixtures fund reports the assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses related to the CAPFT's equipment and fixtures. (e) Cash and Cash Equivalents The College's policy is to disclose bank balances under cash and cash equivalents, including bank overdrafts and lines of credit with balances that fluctuate frequently from being positive to overdrawn, and term deposits with a maturity period within twelve months from the year end. Funds which have been internally allocated for certain funds have been excluded from cash and cash equivalents. (f) Contributed Services Volunteers contribute time each year to aid the College in carrying out service delivery activities. Due to the difficulty in determining the fair value of these services, these contributed services are not recognized in the financial statements. 9 COLLEGE OF ALBERTA PROFESSIONAL FOREST TECHNOLOGISTS NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Unaudited) FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2013 3. SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS 2013 T-Bill Savings (general) 4. $ 195,104 2012 $ 148,007 LONG-TERM INVESTMENTS/CONTINGENCY FUND 2013 Term Guaranteed Investment Certificates (Contingency Fund) $ 171,553 2012 $ 223,183 Guaranteed investment certificates mature between May 2014 to May 2015 with interest rates varying from 1.1% to 2.75%. On December 18, 2013, a guaranteed investment certificate for $54,190.32 plus $677.38 interest for a total of $54,867.70 was included in the general chequing account. This guaranteed investment certificate plus additional capital will be reinvested in February or March 2014. The Contingency Fund is internally allocated for potential unforeseen costs and future projects. The Board may move funds at any time to facilitate operational needs and planning purposes. 5. PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT Cost Furniture and fixtures Computer equipment 6. Accumulated Amortization 2013 2012 Net Book Value Net Book Value $ 7,186 2,513 $ 4,985 2,353 $ 2,201 160 $ 2,752 321 $ 9,699 $ 7,338 $ 2,361 $ 3,073 ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Included in accounts payable are government balances payable in the amount of $305 (2012 - $Nil). 10 COLLEGE OF ALBERTA PROFESSIONAL FOREST TECHNOLOGISTS NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Unaudited) FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2013 7. COMMITMENTS CAPFT has an operating lease for its premises for a base rent of $1,136.25 per month for 2014 and 2015 and $1,212 per month for 2016 and 2017 under a lease that expires on December 31, 2017. The minimum annual lease payments for the next four years are as follows: 2014 2015 2016 2017 8. $ 13,635 13,635 14,544 14,544 $ 56,358 DEFERRED REVENUE Deferred revenue represents membership dues received in advance for the following year. 9. FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS Risks and concentrations The College is exposed to various risks through its financial instruments, without being exposed to concentrations of risk. Liquidity risk Liquidity risk is the risk that an entity will encounter difficulty in meeting obligations associated with financial statement liabilities. The College is exposed to this risk mainly in respect of its accounts payable. Credit risk Credit risk is the risk that one party to a financial instrument will cause a financial loss for the other party by failing to discharge an obligation. The College's main credit risks relate to accounts receivable. The College provides credit to its members and clients in the normal course of operations. Market risk Market risk is the risk that the fair value or future cash flows of a financial instrument will fluctuate because of changes in market prices. Market risk is comprised of three types of risk: currency risk, interest rate risk and other price risk such as demand and economic. The College is mainly exposed to interest rate risk and demand and economic. 11 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Appendix E: Operating Budget College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Approved 2014 Budget 54 Jan - Dec 13 Income 4000 · Membership Dues 4100 · Membership Due Fees 4100.13 · Membership Dues 2013 4100.14 · Membership Dues 2014 4440 · Re-Instatement Fees Total 4100 · Membership Due Fees 4300 · Student Member Dues 4350 · Assessment Fees 4441 · Application Fees 4443 · Exam Fees 4000 · Membership Dues - Other Total 4000 · Membership Dues 4850 · Other Income 4900 · Miscellaneous Income 4901 · AGM/TECH Revenue 4902 · AGM Donations 4903 · Interest Earned 4904 · Advertising Revenue 227,885.00 Budget 225,400.00 $ Over Budget 2,485.00 2014 Budget $225,400.00 0.00 (450.00) $300.00 300.00 750.00 228,185.00 226,150.00 640.00 1,200.00 800.00 600.00 625.00 1,650.00 (1,025.00) $1,000.00 4,650.00 1,800.00 2,850.00 $4,500.00 2,035.00 (560.00) $1,200.00 200.00 $1,000.00 $0.00 0.00 234,900.00 $225,700.00 231,400.00 3,500.00 233,400.00 $0.00 1,060.00 25,319.97 18,500.00 6,819.97 $26,000.00 5,750.00 4,000.00 1,750.00 $5,000.00 4,073.92 1,500.00 2,573.92 $1,500.00 15,600.03 12,000.00 3,600.03 $14,000.00 51,803.92 36,000.00 15,803.92 $46,500.00 Total Income 286,703.92 267,400.00 19,303.92 $279,900.00 Gross Profit Expense 5000 · Communication Expense 5002 · Trade Shows/Schools 5005 · Adv/Promo/Donations 5006 · Communications 286,703.92 267,400.00 19,303.92 400.00 1,500.00 4,801.58 0.00 Total 4850 · Other Income (1,100.00) $1,000.00 5,000.00 (198.42) $5,000.00 5,000.00 (5,000.00) $5,000.00 5,201.58 11,500.00 (6,298.42) $11,000.00 5015 · Capital Assets Expense 1,767.21 2,500.00 (732.79) $2,000.00 5016 · Janitorial Expense 1,171.75 900.00 271.75 $1,200.00 5020 · Insurance 4,229.93 5,000.00 (770.07) $5,200.00 5030 · Office Supplies 3,905.05 4,500.00 (594.95) $4,500.00 5035 · Photocopier/Printer Expense 1,421.27 4,500.00 (3,078.73) $2,000.00 570.86 1,000.00 (429.14) $1,000.00 15,194.88 15,000.00 194.88 $15,750.00 188.70 250.00 Total 5000 · Communication Expense 5013 · Office Expenses 5040 · Postage & Courier Expense 5055 · Rent Expense 5056 · Security System 5057 · Shared Expenses (61.30) $200.00 $0.00 0.00 7,758.06 5,000.00 5060 · Telephone/Internet/Fax 2,723.07 3,000.00 (276.93) $3,000.00 5070 · Training Courses 1,518.93 2,500.00 (981.07) $2,500.00 44,150.00 (3,400.29) $56,350.00 Bad Debts Total 5013 · Office Expenses 2,758.06 $19,000.00 5058 · Subcontract Expense 300.00 40,749.71 5200 · Meetings 24,583.55 22,500.00 2,083.55 $25,000.00 2,508.96 500.00 2,008.96 $700.00 5221 · Membership Committee Expenses 0.00 500.00 (500.00) $500.00 5222 · Competence Committee Expenses 250.67 600.00 (349.33) $600.00 5223 · Exam Expense 1,316.54 1,800.00 (483.46) $1,800.00 5224 · General Meetings 3,332.10 3,500.00 (167.90) $3,500.00 0.00 2,000.00 (2,000.00) $500.00 5,978.02 7,000.00 (1,021.98) $11,000.00 37,969.84 38,400.00 (430.16) $43,600.00 5280 · Bank Charges & Interest 1,332.96 500.00 832.96 $1,100.00 5281 · Visa Commission & Exp 0.00 300.00 (300.00) 5210 · AGM Meeting Expenses 5220 · CIF Conference 5226 · TILMA 5230 · Travel Expenses Total 5200 · Meetings 5270 · Bank Expenses Interest non deductable 5282 · MasterCard Commission & Exp 5286 · Visa & MC Fees on Receipts 5290 · Bank Adjustments Total 5270 · Bank Expenses (300.00) $300.00 $300.00 0.00 300.00 5,103.11 3,000.00 2,103.11 $3,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 $0.00 6,436.07 4,100.00 2,336.07 $4,700.00 5400 · Employment Expense 5410 · Wage Expense 137,861.43 5420 · EI Expense 2,495.07 5430 · CPP Expense 4,710.14 5440 · WCB Expense 5400 · Employment Expense - Other 649.08 0.00 139,000.00 145,715.72 139,000.00 5610 · Awards - NAIT 1,500.00 5625 · Membership Fees 1,776.36 450.47 750.00 (299.53) $600.00 5640 · Professional Fees - Legal 2,171.44 2,500.00 (328.56) $2,500.00 5641 · Professional Fees - Consulting 3,097.50 3,500.00 (402.50) $3,200.00 5642 · Professional Fees - Bookkeeping Total 5400 · Employment Expense (139,000.00) 6,715.72 $155,000.00 1,500.00 0.00 $2,000.00 665.00 1,111.36 $1,725.00 5600 · Miscellaneous 5630 · Professional Seals 2,793.00 6,000.00 (3,207.00) $4,000.00 5645 · Joint Practice Board 0.00 500.00 (500.00) $500.00 5647 · Professional Acheivement Award 0.00 350.00 (350.00) $700.00 0.00 4,400.00 (4,400.00) 4,300.34 10,000.00 (5,699.66) 5656 · Revenue To Contingency Fund 5657 · Management System/Website Maint New $5,000.00 Competency Resources Total 5600 · Miscellaneous Total Expense Accepted by Council November 21st, 2013 $3,500.00 16,089.11 30,165.00 (14,075.89) $23,725.00 252,162.03 267,315.00 (15,152.97) $294,375.00 34,541.89 85.00 34,456.89 -$14,475.00 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Appendix F: Committee Terms of Reference College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Standing Committee Terms of Reference 55 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Terms of Reference CAPFT CONTINUING COMPETENCE COMMITTEE GROUP MEMBERSHIP Committee members will serve a term of 2 years. Withdrawal before the end of the term requires notice in writing to the committee chair. MEETINGS During development and implementation of the continuing competence program, meetings will be scheduled every two months. Meetings may be added or cancelled by the committee as need or projects dictate. After program implementation, meeting schedule will be set according to need. Meeting minutes will be recorded and action items will be noted and assigned. Minutes will be kept on file at the College office. RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Develop a Continuing Competence Program and reporting form that is acceptable to HRE, the public and the college members. 2. Implement and maintain records of the CC program. 3. Monitor and audit member compliance within the CC program. 4. Refer members to complaints director as per the Regulated Forestry Profession Act. 5. Maintain and update the CC program as needed. 6. Maintain confidentiality of the information contained within the CC program as per the Regulated Forestry Profession Act. AUTHORITY Program content and process recommendations made by this committee will be referred to college Council for endorsement before being forwarded to the membership for acceptance. WORKING GROUPS Working groups formed by this committee will include a member of, and will report back to, the CC committee. 56 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Group membership consists of Chair (Competence Director) and 6-8 members representing a balance between industry and government. As per the College bylaws, the President and Registrar are also members of this committee. It is recommended that when a new Competence Director is elected, the outgoing director serve a term as a member on the committee and/or be available for a period of six months for mentorship to the new Director. College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Terms of Reference CAPFT MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE GROUP MEMBERSHIP Group membership consists of Chair (Membership Director) and 3-8 members representing a balance between industry and government. As per the College bylaws, the President and Registrar are also members of this committee. It is recommended that when a new Membership Director is elected, the outgoing director serve a term as a member on the committee and/or be available for a period of six months for mentorship to the new Director. Committee members may serve more than one term. Committee members who do not wish to serve an additional term will provide the committee with notice in December of their last year so notification can go out with the AGM pre-package advising of available positions on the committee. MEETINGS Meetings will be scheduled every two months to discuss current issues. Meetings may be added or cancelled by the committee as needed or projects dictate. Meeting minutes will be recorded and action items will be noted and assigned. Minutes will be kept on file at the College office. RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Update the Membership application to include applicants from outside traditional forest technology programs. 2. Maintain membership application process and procedures. 3. Work on Labour Mobility Agreements and other government legislation as required, anything that affects our membership directly. 4. Refer members to complaints director as per the Regulated Forestry Profession Act. 5. Maintain and update the membership application process as needed. 6. Maintain confidentiality of membership information. AUTHORITY Process recommendations made by this committee will be referred to college Council for endorsement before being forwarded to the membership for acceptance. WORKING GROUPS Working groups formed by this committee will include a member of, and will report back to, the committee. 57 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Term of service for a committee member will be 2 years, commencing at the AGM they are appointed and concluding at the AGM two years from then. Withdrawal before the end of the term requires notice in writing to the committee chair. College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Terms of Reference CAPFT COMPLAINTS COMMITTEE GROUP MEMBERSHIP Group membership consists of Chair (Complaints Director) and 3-8 members representing a balance between industry and government. As per the College bylaws, the President and Registrar are also members of this committee. It is recommended that when a new Complaints Director is elected, the outgoing director serve a term as a member on the committee and/or be available for a period of six months for mentorship to the new Director. DURATION OF COMMITTEE Term of service for a committee member will be 2 years, commencing at the AGM they are appointed and concluding at the AGM two years from then. Withdrawal before the end of the term requires notice in writing to the committee chair. RESPONSIBILITIES The scope of the committee would primarily include: Interpreting the Act and Regulation as it applies to the complaints process, Initial development and continual maintenance of the “Complaints Manual”, Directing the actual creation and distribution of the “Complaints Manual” package to the members, Providing updates to members regarding changes to the complaints process or any relevant legislation, policy or bylaws. 58 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists PURPOSE To establish a committee of active Forest Technologists to create, review, amend, and maintain policies and procedures involving the “Complaints & Discipline Process” as it exists under the Regulated Forestry Profession Act (the Act) and to ensure the membership is kept informed of such. College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Terms of Reference CAPFT PROFESSIONAL EXAM COMMITTEE PURPOSE To provide direction to the Council and Exam Committee for creating, preparing, administering, grading, and handling the College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists examination and its questions. Term of service for a committee member will be 2 years, commencing at the AGM they are appointed and concluding at the AGM two years from then. Withdrawal before the end of the term requires notice in writing to the committee chair. RESPONSIBILITIES Exam Director 1. Comply with all conditions applicable to the CAPFT Council position including: a. Attend all meetings of the Council b. Meet time commitments i. Council Meetings ii. Annual General Meeting iii. Committee Involvement iv. Chair the Exam Committee v. Chair the Exam Marking Committee 2. Review and keep current the Exam Reading List and study materials for the CAPFT website 3. Keep Terms of Reference document up to date 4. Chair and maintain Exam Committee including a. Contact list b. Notify committee of responsibilities c. Send question(s) to appropriate committee member for 5. Maintain exam bank and master copy of all questions 6. Supply list of exam marks to Registrar upon completion of marking 7. Organize and host information and study sessions 8. Create annual exam as per Terms of Reference 9. Administer CAPFT exam as outlined in the Terms of Reference Over-see the writing and marking of the professional exam Review and adjust professional exam for each session 10. On an as need basis review exam with requesting individual 11. Resolve any applicable appeals or complaints brought forward to the Complaints Director 12. Attend annual University of Alberta Study session if possible. 13. Provide CAPFT Council with updates on exams. 14. Write 2 articles per year for the College’s ForTech newsletter about the professional exam, study sessions and materials. 59 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists GROUP MEMBERSHIP It is recommended that when a new Exam Director is elected, the outgoing director serve a term as a member on the committee and/or be available for a period of six months for mentorship to the new Director. College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report 15. 16. 17. 18. Write 1 annual article for the College’s annual report. Provide written council member report summarizing activity updates 1 week prior to council meetings. Assist Registrar in the ongoing maintenance of the Jurisprudence Exam. Mentorship of new Director for 6 months after tenure. Registrar 1. Confirm information session and exam dates 2. Create exam analysis spreadsheet 3. Participate in information session and exam administration 4. Store completed exams as per Terms of Reference 60 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Exam Committee 1. Annual review and update of question(s) responsible for 2. Keep in confidence exam question content. College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Appendix G: Roles & Responsibilities College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Council Member Roles & Responsibilities for positions open to election 61 VICE PRESIDENT Term: 1 year term, elected annually Role: To assist the President preside over the business of the College Responsibilities: Attend all meetings of the Council. Preside over any meetings of the Council or the College in the absence of the President. Chair the Annual General Meeting Committee. Write 2 articles per year for the College’s ForTech newsletter. Write 1 annual article for the College’s annual report. Provide written council member report summarizing activity updates 1 week prior to council meetings. Has signing authority. Annual Time Commitments: Council Meetings 8.0 days Annual General Meeting 2.5 days Committee involvement 5.0 days College Business Member of Executive and Finance Committees The Vice President position is estimated to take approximately up 1 days per month for meetings and 4 hours per week on general college business. Prepare the agenda for meetings of the Council meetings 5 working days in advance. Chair meetings of the Council and the Annual General Meeting. Communications: Ex-officio member of all College Committees. Communicate with the Registrar on a regular basis, depending on the need but at a minimum of once a week. Visit the office at a minimum of once a month. Communicate with Committee Chairs via e-mail or phone as need arises. As issues arise and formal external written or verbal communication is necessary the President will represent the College or as directed by the Council. Association Business: The President is responsible to ensure the day-to-day business of the College moves forward. In conjunction with the Council and Registrar, communicate and direct College business as required. The Registrar reports directly and solely to the President. Co-ordinate major issues and requests of the registrar, council and committees. Write 2 articles per year for the College’s ForTech newsletter. Write 1 annual article for the College’s annual report. Has signing authority. Member of Executive and Finance Committees Chair of Executive Committee PRESIDENT Annual Time Commitments: Council Meetings 8.0 days Annual General Meeting 2.5 days Committee involvement 5.0 days College Business Term: 1 year term immediately following Vice Presidency Role Preside over the business of the College The President position is estimated to take up approximately 2 days per month on the average (for meetings etc) plus about 6 hours per week on general college business. Responsibilities: Meetings: Attend all meetings of the Council. Organize and schedule meetings of the Council on a regular basis. 62 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report PAST PRESIDENT Term: One year term directly following Presidency Role: Provide continuity to the Council and act in an advisory role to the President, and lend support in the management of the College. Responsibilities: Attend all meetings of the Council. Chair the Nominations Committee. Complete any out-standing tasks carried forward from the Presidency term. Write 2 articles per year for the College’s ForTech newsletter. Write 1 annual article for the College’s annual report. Member of Executive and Finance Committees. Provide written council member report summarizing activity updates 1 week prior to council meetings. MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR Term: 2 year term, elected on even years Role: Review all new applications for registration, approving those that meet Core Competencies, and advising those applicants that do not meet Core Competencies of the deficiencies that need to be addressed. Responsibilities: Attend all meetings of the Council Review all applications for membership in consultation with the Registrar Assess all non NAIT curriculum’s for Core Competencies Maintain, with the Registrar, a list of all approved College curricula. Chair the Registration Committee, if established under Part 1 of the Regulated Forestry Profession Act Involved with all membership issues in consultation with the Registrar and other council members as required Write 2 articles per year for the College’s ForTech newsletter regarding membership. Write 1 annual article for the College’s annual report. Provide written council member report summarizing activity updates 1 week prior to council meetings. Mentorship of new Director for 6 months after tenure. . FINCANCE DIRECTOR Term: 2 year term, elected on even years Role: Preside over the finance business of the College Responsibilities: Attend all meetings of the Council. Chair the Finance Committee. Facilitate quarterly budget reviews. Prepare an annual budget with the finance committee. Write 2 articles per year for the College’s ForTech newsletter regarding College business finances. Write 1 annual article for the College’s annual report. 63 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Annual Time Commitments: Council Meetings 8.0 days Annual General Meeting 2.5 days Committee involvement 5.0 days Annual Time Commitments: Council Meetings 8.0 days Annual General Meeting 2.5 days CIF/RMS Technical Sessions 3.5 days Committee involvement 5.0 days Provide written council member report summarizing activity updates 1 week prior to council meetings. Has signing authority. Member of Executive and Finance Committees Chair of Finance Committee Mentorship of new Director for 6 months after tenure. College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Annual Time Commitments: Council Meetings 8.0 days Annual General Meeting 2.5 days Committee involvement 5.0 days HEARINGS DIRECTOR Term: 2 year term, elected on even years Term: 2-year term, elected odd years Responsibilities Attend all meetings of the Council. Maintain the Membership List to call upon members to serve on a Complaints Review Committee or a Hearing Tribunal. Notify all parties during the various stages in the hearing tribunal process. Provide all relevant documentation to all parties involved in the disciplinary process at the appropriate time. Form Complaint Review Committee for the purpose of reviewing complaints dismissed by the Complaints Director or to ratify settlements. Schedule a Hearing when required Select members as mediators for the Alternative Complaints Resolution (ACR) Process. Assist in the selection of Public Members. Direct the appeal process. Write 2 articles per year for the College’s ForTech newsletter regarding hearings. Write 1 annual article for the College’s annual report. Provide written council member report summarizing activity updates 1 week prior to council meetings. Mentorship of new Director for 6 months after tenure. Role: Preside over the professional exam of the College Responsibilities: Attend all meetings of the Council Chair the Exam Committee Chair the Exam Marking Committee Compile and update the Exam Reading List and study materials for the CAPFT website Organize a Study Session for the exam Host the exam Study Session Over-see the writing and marking of the professional exam Review and adjust professional exam for each session Present data on the exam to Council Write 2 articles per year for the College’s ForTech newsletter about the professional exam, study sessions and materials. Write 1 annual article for the College’s annual report. Provide written council member report summarizing activity updates 1 week prior to council meetings. Assist Registrar in the ongoing maintenance of the Jurisprudence Exam. Mentorship of new Director for 6 months after tenure. Annual Time Commitments: Council Meetings 8.0 days Annual General Meeting 2.5 days Subject to the number of Complaints Review and Hearing Tribunals will be the number of days committed. Annual Time Commitments: Council Meetings 8.0 days Annual General Meeting 2.5 days Committee duties and meetings 10.0 days 64 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Role Facilitate Hearings, once the Complaints Director determines the need for a hearing and to form Complaint Review Committees. PROFESSIONAL EXAM DIRECTOR College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Term: 2 year term, elected on even years Responsibilities: Attend all meetings of the Council Attend CIF-RMS Council meetings on behalf of the CAPFT Council Relay pertinent information to the CAPFT Council through meetings Attend the CIF – RMS Program Committee meetings to provide input Assist with the CIF Program Committee with the organization of quarterly CIF Technical Sessions. Participate as the CAPFT/CIF-RMS Technical representative on The Forestry Chronicle Advisory Board. Write 2 articles per year for the College’s ForTech newsletter regarding CIF national, CIF RMS, events, and news. Write 1 annual article for the College’s annual report. Provide written council member report summarizing activity updates 1 week prior to council meetings. Mentorship of new Director for 6 months after tenure. Role: To promote the College through various communication and marketing strategies and address any communication needs and or concerns. Responsibilities: Attend all meetings of the Council. Chair the Communications Committee. Reviews and adjust Communication Plan for each fiscal year. Coordinate with office staff the dissemination of College information to the membership, related organizations, public and media. Coordinates the 2 publications per year of the College’s newsletter “ForTech” Ensures the College web site is maintained and revised as required. Ensures all College events are photographed. Write 2 articles per year for the College’s ForTech newsletter promoting College information and communications. Write 1 annual article for the College’s annual report. Provide written council member report summarizing activity updates 1 week prior to council meetings. Mentorship of new Director for 6 months after tenure. Annual Time Commitments: Council Meetings for both CAPFT & CIF-RMS 15.0 days Annual General Meeting 2.5 days CIF/RMS Technical Sessions 3.5 days Committee involvements 6.0 days The Forestry Chronicle Advisory Board. 10.0 days Annual Time Commitments: Council Meetings 8.0 days Annual General Meeting 2.5 days Committee involvement 8.0 days CIF REPRESENTATIVE Term: 2 year Appointment, even years, non-voting position Role: 65 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Maintain good communications with the CIF – RMS with respect to mutual projects, interests and benefits. COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Appendix H: Council & Committees College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Council, Committee, and Tribunal Members 66 Position Executive Council President Term Length Elected Name Original Start Date Start date 1 year Annually David Fox May 2012 May 3, 2012 April 4 2014 Vice President 1 year Annually Samuel Elkins May 16 2013 April 4 2014 Past President 1 year Annually Pat Gallupe May 16 2013 April 2005 (CC Committee Member) April 20, 2012 April 4 2014 Finance Director 2 year Even Years Derek Fisher April 2007 (Finance Director) April 20 2012 April 20 2014 Council Complaints Director Competence Director 2 year 2 year Odd Years Odd Years Josh Gerling Tyler Caddey April 2011 April 2009 April 19 2013 April 19 2013 April 15, 2013 April 19, 2015 Professional Exam Director Communications Director Hearings Director 2 year 2 year 2 year Odd Years Even Years Even Years Lindsay Bunn Chris Joly Jarret Whitbread April 19 2013 Interim Start - January 2012 Apr-11 April 19 2013 April 19, 2015 April 20, 2012 April 1, 2014 April 20 2012 April 20, 2014 Membership Director 2 year Even Years Andy Gesner Interim Start - April 15, 2011 April 20 2012 April 20, 2014 NAIT Representative CIF Representative 2 years 2 years Odd Years Even Years Kelton Percival Nicole Klita Interim Start - April 20, 2012 April 20 2012 May 23, 2013 April 20 2012 May 23, 2015 April 20 2014 Public Members Public Members 2 years As required Honey Pell September 10 2010 Nov 7 2012 Application for appointment submitted Feb 2012 N/A Expiry Non-Voting Council Vacant 2 years As required Nov 6 2014 N/A Staff (non-voting) Registrar Executive Director Permanent Permanent Shonelle Wilkinson Maira Duarte Joint Public Members Public Member - HT & CRC Public Member - HT & CRC Public Member - HT & CRC 3 years 3 years 2 years Joint Public Member Joint Public Member Joint Public Member Vesna Higham Jim Gendron Patrick Zazalinchuck Committees Continuing Competence Committee 2 years Wally Peters Chantelle Bambrick Glenn Dobranski Jade Duchesneau John Bradley Julia Podealuk April 2006 April 2008 April 2008 April 2012 April 2012 April 2013 Complaints Committee 2 years Joel Cornish Derek Kreger December 2 2013 January 15 2014 N/A Hearings Tribunal and Complaint Review Committee List Member N/A N/A Member N/A N/A Member N/A N/A Member N/A N/A Member N/A N/A Member N/A N/A Member N/A N/A Member N/A N/A Member N/A N/A Member N/A N/A Member N/A N/A Bill Black Sr Bob Dunn Chris Walsh Dave Heatherington Frankie Kerr Hudson Foley Jules Leboeuf Ludo Vitalos Tracey Cove Cary Gulka Kali Hennessey Jan 1 2012 Sept 28 2011 Jan 25 2012 Jan 25 2012 Oct 3 2012 N/A N/A Jan 25 2015 Jan 25 2015 Oct 3 2014 Dec 2 2013 Jan 15 2014 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Member Member Member Member Member Member JEPP Board Rep N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Bill Tinge Ashley Lawson Wes Baker Heath Schneider Tammy DeCosta Mike Fedun Done Pope N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Jun-12 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Appendix I: Continuing Competence Program College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 67 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report The Continuing Competency Program was developed under the direction of the Regulated Forestry Professional Act to provide for regulated members to maintain competence and to enhance the provision of professional services. Ensuring professional competence differs from guaranteeing competence. The Regulated Forestry Profession Act (RFPA or the Act) requires professional organizations to ensure professional competence. Accountability for competence rests with the individual professional. Responsibility for periodically monitoring competence rests with the professional organization. The government expects continuing competence requirements for practice permits to be transparent. The future credibility of a profession in an industry will likely be strongly influenced by the integrity of continuing competence initiatives. The goal of the CC Committee was to develop a program that promotes professional competence, is credible to our stakeholders, and is attainable by the membership. The RFPA defines competence as “the combined knowledge, skills, abilities, and judgment required to provide professional services”. PROGRAM PRINCIPLES 1. The program must allow for individuals to identify areas in which they are competent (areas of responsibility). 2. The program must provide an avenue for individual members to report back on work experience and training that have enabled them to maintain or expand their competence level in their identified areas, and any new areas. 3. The program must provide for a consistent approach to assessing individual members. CAPFT BYLAWS Article 2, Section 2.01 details the objectives of CAPFT, to promote, encourage, and effect education and training of the membership in all matters relating to or affecting their profession. Article 2, Section 3.06, A. States any member whose membership is suspended for lack of payment of any fees and/or non-submission of documentation such as the annual practice permit application form shall be levied a one hundred dollar ($100.00) reinstatement fee to reinstate the suspended registration. (Resolution 2004-13)B. States any member whose membership is cancelled for lack of payment of any fees and/or non-submission of 68 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists DEVELOPMENT College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report documentation such as the annual practice permit application form shall make application with the college and be subject to the registration process, and must meet any conditions of registration including any professional examinations. (Amended resolution 2004-13) Article 2, Section 3.08.2states all regulated members must be issued a practice permit by the college once; (added resolution 2005-09) A. A correctly completed annual practice permit form is submitted. B. All fees, dues, and levies as are prescribed by the council are paid in full. C. The college has confirmed that the member has the required number of hours for the continuing competence program. (Amended resolution 2006-04) Article 9, Section 9.01(a)(iii) requires College Members to only undertake work that they are competent to perform. Article 9, Section 9.01(a)(iv) requires College Members to share the lessons of their experience with other college members; (resolution 02-01). Article 9, Section 9.01(a)(v) requires College Members to make a personal commitment to a process of continuing education to keep current in the skills and knowledge necessary to perform their duties and responsibilities. THE COMPLIANCE AND AUDIT PROCESS As per the principles of the CC Program “the program must provide for a consistent approach to assessing individual members”. This will be achieved by doing annual compliance checks and audits. 69 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Article 2, Section 3.08.1 states a regulated member must submit a completed application for their annual practice permit to the registrar by November 30 for the up-coming year. This includes part a: (register information) and part b: (continuing competency reporting form) and part c: (declaration). (Amended resolution 2005-09) College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Appendix J: CAPFT/CAPF Partnership Initiative College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Up to date information regarding the current status and progress of the Partnership Initiative struck between the College of Alberta Professional Foresters and College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists. 70 Memorandum of Understanding between College of Alberta Professional Foresters and College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Introduction: The College of Alberta Professional Foresters (CAPF) and the College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists (CAPFT) wish to form a Partnership Agreement (PA) whereby both Colleges can pursue a more effective and sustainable model of Professional Regulation. It is anticipated that this model will involve other Natural Resource Professions and it is recognized that some discussion with other parties has occurred independently and is currently underway. This PA acknowledges that CAPF and CAPFT have inherent similarities and common purpose and as such a formal Partnership is being considered to amalgamate the Colleges. Both Parties recognize that the overall objective will drive the process regardless of the details in the transitional period. The intent of this Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is to recognize the PA and the intent of both Colleges to amalgamate in order to meet the objective as stated below. Objective: Amalgamate the Colleges in order to pursue a more effective and sustainable model of Professional Regulation. The amalgamation must be done in a manner that meets the Principles (Appendix 1) and Key Points that have been agreed to by both Colleges. Key Points: I. Model outline to be completed by July 31 with input from Department of Advanced Education. Model outline to incorporate input from other professions with the goal of achieving umbrella legislation dealing with Natural Resource Professions. If the PA is counterproductive to achievement of umbrella legislation, the PA will be terminated. Decision to terminate based on no acceptance of model outline to be made by September 30, 2013. Decision to terminate PA can be made by either Council. II. Scope of Practice may be dependent on negotiations with other Professions. If this is delayed due to ongoing negotiations with other Professions, there will be no impact on the PA. III. Termination of the PA can be made by either Council. A notice period of 30 days will be given if either Council decides to terminate the PA in which time the decision to terminate the PA may be withdrawn. IV. The amalgamated body will be positioned to pursue long term goals with other Professions (umbrella legislation that deals with natural resource professions) and will not be limiting with respect to entering agreements that meet the long term goals of either College (see Principle #3). V. Time is of the essence – Table A (below) represents the steps that must be taken to complete the Partnership Agreement; Appendix 1 – Principles Partnership Initiative: Between the College of Alberta Professional Foresters (CAPF) and College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists (CAPFT). Principles: 1. Common Scope of Practice The Partnership Initiative will be based on mutual respect for a common scope of practice and the ethicsbased principle of practicing within a level of competence that is appropriate for the Forest Professional (based on educational achievements and practical work experience). There will be no attempt to attain Exclusive Scope of Practice (ESofP) that limits members from either College from practicing within their area of competence or to influence change in existing external or internal policies regarding professional sign off. The Partnership may consider ESofP in the future if it is determined to be of benefit to the Partnership and must have mutual consent of both Partners to be considered. 2. Retain Title Each Partner will retain their protected titles and registers as currently defined in the Regulated Forestry Profession Act Schedules and within their respective Regulation. Titles will be retained and managed by each Partner in accordance with their current Regulation. Amendments to current legislation to amalgamate the Partners will be done in accordance with the principle that titles and management thereof will remain the responsibility of each Partner and no change to titles will be considered without mutual consent of both Partners. 3. Long-term Goals It is recognized that CAPF and CAPFT have longer-term aspirations with respect to legislation that affects Professional Regulation (e.g., umbrella legislation). The Partnership recognizes that if the relationship is limiting with respect to long-term goals, the Partnership will be dissolved and each College will revert to its current legislation and continue to negotiate a new arrangement with Provincial Regulators on its own accord. The principle going forward is that achievement of the long-term goal takes precedence and ultimately will determine if an amalgamation between CAPF and CAPFT is to be formalized. 4. Communication It is recognized that Communication between the Partners and within the membership(s) will be key to a successful outcome. Each Partner will strive to involve each other in negotiations with other Professional Associations and will be included in correspondence related to potential amalgamations with other Associations. Both Partners recognize the need to keep their membership informed as events unfold and will strive to assist each other in maintaining good communication within their memberships and to the public. 5. Process Review The advantages of amalgamation would be fully realized if the Partners can amalgamate as many of the existing Regulations, Bylaws, and other programs as possible. The need to maintain some distinction with respect to protected titles, membership categories, and registration is recognized, however, there is potential to avoid duplication and to improve efficiency in the following areas; regulations, bylaws, code of ethics, scope of practice, continuing competence program, professional exam, fiscal year, contingency fund, etc. The intent going forward will be to build a model based on as much common ground as possible and reduce duplication wherever it can be achieved. 6. Governance Governance of the amalgamated College will be as per generally accepted best practices for non-profit organizations. Governance models for non-profit organizations will be explored and recommendations put forward to be considered by the Partnership. Final acceptance of a governance model must have agreement of both parties. 7. Funding Funding for the Partnership Initiative will be jointly funded on an equal basis where costs are incurred directly for the Partnership Initiative and agreed to by both parties. It is anticipated that some expenditures will be incurred beyond volunteer time. This may include obtaining legal counsel and/or contract outsourcing for; consultants, surveys, travel expenses, or other non-staff expenditures. 8. Membership Categories Membership categories will be determined independently by each Partner. Both Parties will respect existing labour mobility agreements between provincial/territorial jurisdictions. 9. Council Structure Future governing Council representation for an amalgamated regulatory body for the forestry profession will be determined through future negotiations of the Partnership Agreement. Regulation and Bylaws regarding election of Council and determination of Executive Council will be developed based upon a concept that elected representatives were determined by the membership in an open and fair process. 10. Negotiating Authority Levels of authority during the negotiation process should be as similar as possible; i.e. appointed College reps should have similar levels of authority and decision-making authority granted by respective Councils. When Partners are in mutual agreement that a key decision point needs to first be approved by governing council or formally ratified by the membership both Partners should agree to such. 11. Existing Staff Roles and Responsibilities for existing staff will be respected in this process. The Partnership will consider existing staff and human resource policies as the process unfolds. It is recognized that there may be opportunity to build efficiencies with management consulting services and the final organizational staffing structure will be based on an open, honest, transparent, and respectful process that places the right people in the right position and possibly the creation of new positions or amalgamation of old ones. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The College of Alberta Professional Foresters (CAPF) and the College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists (CAPFT) are pursuing a Partnership Agreement in which they would join together as one organization for the regulation of the forestry profession. These two organizations currently regulate forest professionals separately under the same Act and similar, respective Regulations. Due to our common purpose and similarities, an amalgamated regulatory body would govern and self-regulate the forestry profession in the Province of Alberta. The purpose of this proposed partnership is to achieve a more sustainable and effective model of professional regulation that would improve the ability to serve the public interest. The Colleges will synergize as much of their models as possible to maximize efficiency. This will include amalgamation and integration of: Mission and Vision Bylaws Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice Legislation Administration Regulation tools (Continuing Competence Program, Complaints Resolution Process, Professional Exam, etc.) It is recognized that an interim governance model may be required to facilitate an efficient transition process. A set of key principles has been developed within the Partnership Agreement by which all processes will follow: A common scope of practice whereby practitioners work within their areas of competence as determined by their education and work experience. Protected titles and registers as defined in the Acts and Regulations are retained. Process reviews will identify duplication and redundancy between each College to seek opportunities to build a business model that supports efficiency with Regulations, bylaws, code of ethics, continuing competence, exams etc. Membership Categories will be determined independently by each College. PITF UPDATE The College Councils have established a special committee, the Partnership Initiative Task Force (PITF), to develop a structured process, incorporate input, identify issues that will require membership ratification and carry out the process as we move forward. Both Colleges have retained consultants to provide relevant input and assist with the work involved with the Partnership Initiative. Some key principles have been approved by the Executive Councils for the Partnership Agreement: A common scope of practice – practice within your educational and work experience. Retained title – protected titles and registers as defined Acts and Regulations Process review- lots of duplication and redundancy between each college. Opportunity to build business model that supports efficiency with regulations, bylaws, code of ethics, continuing competency, exams etc. Membership Categories – determined independently by each college. The Councils have reviewed, accepted and published a combined Vision and Mission Statement for the partnered College: Partnership Agreement Mission Statement: Serving Albertans by regulating, enhancing, and promoting forest stewardship and professional practice. Partnership Agreement Vision Statement: Forest Stewardship by regulated professionals who endeavor to maintain the highest professional standards of practice and levels of competence. UPCOMING WORK OF THE PITF The PITF will develop a framework for the ratification process that will include the information the membership will need to make an informed decision at ratification, and sufficient detail and information so members understand what the new organization will look like. The framework for the ratification process will likely include: a transition plan principles and framework for the bylaws an interim governance model, MOU, consideration of an administrative model, a post-amalgamation work plan NEXT STEPS A series of workshops will occur throughout March to deliver up to date information on the current Partnership Initiatives. These workshops will be an important forum for CAPFT and the Partnership Initiative Task Force (PITF) to receive valuable input from the membership regarding the advance of this initiative. This input from memberships will be used to aid in the development of any framework prepared to carry out the partnership transition, definition of ratification and transition plan process and a defined timeline. PITF will continue to develop and carry out the Communication Strategy that will include communication forums such as the upcoming workshops, webinars, CAPFT Website, Surveys, the AGM and the Alberta Forest Professional Newsletter. Ratification of this partnership will tentatively occur by June 29th, 2014. Ratification packages will be distributed to the memberships a minimum of 30 days prior to the votes. This vote will be held electronically to allow for maximum member participation and will, in principle, ask the memberships, “Do you support CAPFT and CAPF merging to become one regulatory body?” CAPF AND CAPFT SURVEY SUMMARY Both the College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists and the College of Alberta Professional Foresters had the opportunity to survey its members to better understand their views on a range of topics. The following information is a summary of the survey results intended to provide membership a general sense of the respondent feedback. Employment The results of the survey indicated the private and public sectors employ the majority of all members. The majority of CAPF respondents work for the private sector while the majority of the CAPFT respondents work in the public sector. A similar number of respondents of both CAPFT and CAPF work in the forest and energy sectors. Of those working in the private sector, the forest industry employs more than twice as many people as those in energy. Of those working in the public sector, the majority of CAPFT respondents work in Forest Protection and the majority of CAPF respondents work in Forest Management. Lastly, just under half of all respondents indicated that they will be retiring or changing career paths in 10 years or less. Stewardship On most of the stewardship survey questions both College respondents were significantly aligned on responses. Almost all respondents identified themselves as natural resource stewards, having distinct skills and training and a significant majority of them have played a leadership role. Again a great majority of respondents are concerned with the sustainability of Alberta’s natural resources and identify themselves, professionally, as needing to contribute to ensure sustainable development. Just over half of all respondents believe that their roles in stewardship are diminishing because of the influence of other professionals. College Value Most of all survey respondents shared similar views on the worth or value of their respective College. Roughly 30% of all respondents felt the value of their College membership was limited. They also believed that their professional designation contributed some value to them. The majority of all respondents felt that public awareness was the best way to increase value of their profession to the public. Both College members answered that continuing competency could be the primary benefit and a little more than a third of all respondents think that awareness and promotion of the profession would provide value to their employers. Issue or Subject Size Proposed 1500 Staffing 2 Registrar’s 1 Exec. Dir’s. Advantage i) Bigger voice ii) Economy of scale iii) More opportunity to participate in; advocacy role, marketing, promotional events, support for UofA, etc. i) Efficiency, cost, ability to do more functions with more resources. 2 Admin Supp. Public Members 3 Protected Title Mandatory Registration Keep as is. Yes – administered by one College 1 for RFP Scope of Practice Code of Ethics Continuing Competence 1 for Registered Forest Practitioner (RFP) 1 for RFP Professional Conduct 1 for RFP Regulation Council 1 for RFP 1 for RFP Bylaws Committees 1 for RFP Establish for RFP’s. Education Establish pathways Inclusive Strategy 1 College ii) Staffing may not be reduced but contract services would be more efficient; i.e. accounting, auditing, IT support, advertising, etc. i) Less strain on PM support i) Better to coordinate input from PM’s if hearing the same message from one College. Recognize 4 year vs 2 year program. As is –one college could be more persuasive in enforcing issues related to mandatory registration. Would also be more efficient in promoting change that will benefit the public interest. Clarity and ease of administration. Efficiency in delivery of CC opportunities, efficiency in; monitoring, enforcing, promoting. Currently under Act – easier to manage and be consistent in managing professional conduct. Administrative efficiency. Currently under Act – 1 Council would be; more efficient use of member time, more consistent in direction and implementation, broader point of view. Efficiency. As required under Act – Efficient use of members time, bigger pool to attract volunteers. Broader point of view. i) Advocate for UofA / Nait; better able to assist with promotion of forestry programs; ii) Better able to define pathway between RPFT and RPF; i.e. work with UofA to streamline students with diploma to degree with additional two years of study; Develop clear pathway through accreditation process to obtain RPF. i) Opportunity to improve Public Interest 1 College Advocacy 1 College communication. ii) Ability to deliver a clearer message when speaking as one. iii) Broader mindset and positive environment to promote forestry topics. i) Stronger voice with more members, broader mindset. ii) Clearer message, less confusion from public perspective. iii) United effort will result in more opportunity to deal with issues. i) Stronger voice with more members. ii) Cannot be effective with so few members. October 21, 2013 Preamble – Code of Ethics Alberta Forest Professionals are ambassadors and stewards of Alberta’s forestlands and have significant forest management obligations. Forested areas house diverse ecological systems and are managed for the long term sustainability of ecological values within these ecosystems. Alberta’s forests provide significant economic and social opportunities for the benefit and enjoyment of all Albertans. Alberta’s Forest Professionals agree to serve the interests of the public, the profession, employers, its members and their clients by accepting and adhering to the following Code of Ethics that define their professional conduct: 1. Practice a high standard of forest stewardship. 2. Pursue and foster public confidence in our profession. 3. Conduct our work with honesty, integrity and competently within the context of our knowledge, training and experience. 4. Respect and acknowledge the contribution of other professionals. 5. Take ownership of our responsibility to grow the profession and support those working within it. 6. Conduct activities with a high regard for health and safety. 7. Apply a principle of continual learning and professional development for yourself and the profession. Preamble - Standards of Practice As part of the Code of Ethics, the Standards of Practice refer to member conduct and are not technical standards. They are intended to be criteria to assess the ethical conduct of members. The Standards of Practice apply to all members, regardless of their level or nature of employment. Members must uphold these standards. When in doubt, members are encouraged to contact another member to seek advice. In the event of a complaint against a member, the member should be able to demonstrate that they acted ethically and with due diligence in dealing with the situation. The Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice are enforceable through the College’s disciplinary process as defined by the Regulated Forestry Profession Act. Practice a High Standard of Forest Stewardship. The Regulated Forestry Profession Act defines the scope of practice of members. Because forests occur largely on public forested land, members must demonstrate an understanding of the value and worth of Alberta’s forests in the interests of Albertans. This understanding must reflect both empirical and economic viewpoints as well as today’s desires and needs of Albertans. Stewardship is a difficult task in Alberta’s context as it must address the Page 1 of 8 balance between economic development and the increasing demands of the public for ecological goods and services. Land use policies and processes continue to evolve in Alberta which requires members to continually upgrade their skills and engage their profession using new approaches and ideas. Standards of Practice: 1. Members are required to comply with all Acts, Regulations and policies that pertain to the execution of their professional duties. 2. Members shall ensure management decisions are based on sound ecological principles, scientific and technical information. 3. Members shall identify potential impacts that result from their decisions and will strive to mitigate impacts that will imperil other resources. 4. Members shall advise their employer or client of the consequences of any contemplated course of action which, in their professional opinion, is not based on sound forestry practices. Page 2 of 8 Pursue and Foster Public Confidence in our Profession. It is essential to foster public confidence in our profession and to engage the public in decisions around forest resources, forest regulations and management practices. When engaging in activities with the public, all statements and professional opinions should be truthful, accurate and objective. When providing professional opinion it should be clearly identified as such. It should be clearly stated on whose behalf opinions are being provided. Information cannot be distorted or withheld in order to support or refute a particular opinion or perspective. Standards of Practice: 1. Members shall strive to engage openly and frankly with the public on forestry practices and issues. 2. Members shall deliver public material in a professional manner. 3. Members shall promote the practice of forestry and their profession in a positive manner. 4. Members refute all known untrue, biased, or exaggerated statements concerning the practice of forestry. 5. Members shall immediately inform their employer or client if a conflict of interest arises. 6. Members will respect the confidential or proprietary nature of information received from, or prepared for, a previous or current employer or client. 7. Members will be courteous and honest in their dealings with members of the public and media, other professionals, or other regulated members. Conduct Work with Honesty, Integrity and Competency within the Context of our Training and Experience. Members have an obligation to the profession, their employers and the public to conduct themselves in a respectful and dignified manner. Members possess specialized skills and knowledge that should be applied in the best interests of society thereby inspiring confidence in the practice of forestry and the College. Page 3 of 8 Standards of Practice: 1. Members shall not mislead or misrepresent a client, an employer or other persons. 2. Members shall not provide advice or professional services unless they are competent to do so. 3. Members shall use the appropriate mechanisms established by the College to address concerns regarding the professional conduct of another member. 4. Members shall maintain competence in all areas of their practice. 5. When Members believe that their employer's or client's actions are detrimental to good stewardship of forested land, they shall promptly notify the client or employer. 6. Members shall express the results of their work as accurately as possible, noting any unresolved issues. Where alternatives are provided, the implication(s) of the choices shall be disclosed. 7. Members shall properly qualify professional opinions and clearly identify relevant facts and assumptions. 8. Members shall act for their employer, client and the public in a conscientious, diligent, professional and efficient manner. 9. Members shall make the employer or client aware of the limits of knowledge available in a particular situation. Assumptions supporting a particular course of action and its anticipated results must be fully explained. Where assumptions are made, a range of outcomes, based on a range of reasonable assumptions should be provided. Tests and procedures, which can verify that assumptions are reasonable or need to be adjusted, should be in place. Page 4 of 8 Respect and Acknowledge the Contribution of Other Professionals. Managing to and maintaining a high standard of forest stewardship requires the collaboration and contribution of other professionals, both within and outside the College. Their contribution increases value and creates a more complete understanding of the desired outcome. It is incumbent of members to understand when to involve other professions and to acknowledge their contribution in the works that are created. Standards of Practice: 1. Members shall give credit for assistance, methods, facts or opinions provided by others. 2. Members shall assign work only to others that are competent to perform that work, or who are under their direct training and supervision. 3. Members shall not maliciously injure or discredit the work or the reputation of others. 4. Members shall only assess the professional quality of work of another member, on behalf of a third party, with the knowledge of that member. 5. College members, who overrule recommendations by another member, assume the responsibility for the actions undertaken. 6. Members shall observe professional courtesy and not take advantage of a mistake of another member to gain a client or personal benefit. 7. Members shall use professional means to resolve professional differences of opinion. 8. Members shall conduct themselves towards others with fairness and good faith. 9. Members shall not unduly interfere with the dealings of another regulated member unless there has been a suspected breach of the code of ethics, the standards of practice, or the law. 10. Members shall assist an employer or client to obtain a second professional opinion when requested. Page 5 of 8 Take Ownership of our Responsibility to Grow the Profession and Support those Working within the Profession. Members have been given the privilege of being considered professionals by Albertans. It is our body of knowledge, high standard of practice, and integrity that qualifies members for this role. Members should seek opportunities to be actively involved in growing and promoting our profession. Standards of Practice: 1. Members shall assist other members by sharing professional experiences and best practices. 2. Members shall strive to improve the practice of forestry through active participation in the College and the practice of forestry. 3. Members shall improve the competence, dignity and prestige of the forestry profession and actively support and promote the work and reputation of the College. 4. Members shall inform the public and their clients, employers and associates about the benefits of membership with the College. 5. Members shall welcome and support qualified individuals in gaining College membership. 6. Members should explore and communicate new methods and approaches of emerging science to other members. Page 6 of 8 Conduct Activities with a High Regard to Health and Safety. The forest and forest based activities may present hazards and dangerous conditions. The public should be made aware of any known hazards and advised on how to avoid them. College members must understand and comply with legal obligations associated with environmental, industrial and construction safety legislation. All necessary safety precautions and public notices must be employed and no plans should be approved or undertaken if they are seen to jeopardize the safety, health and welfare of the public, forest workers or other forest users. Standards of Practice: 1. Members shall comply with all laws and regulations and client/employer policies concerning public safety. 2. Members shall demonstrate safe work practices and procedures to ensure the health and welfare of the public, forest workers or other forest users. 3. Members shall not prepare, propose or approve any plan, or consent to any action that may unduly jeopardize the safety, health and welfare of their fellow employees, their employer or the public. Page 7 of 8 Apply a Principle of Continuous Learning and Professional Development to Yourself and the Profession. Members must be informed and aware of current technical, professional, political, economic and environmental issues pertaining to forestry. Professional development should include reviews of current literature, attending seminars and conferences, consulting with other members and seeking sources of current information. A current understanding of environmental law and policy must underpin the practice of forestry in Alberta. Membership and participation in the College and association with educational institutions will help maintain a current understanding of technical and policy matters. Participation in continuing education programs (formal and informal) will be beneficial to members. Standards of Practice: 1. Members shall maintain and improve their knowledge, understanding, and competence regarding the practice of forestry and at minimum shall meet the continuing competency standards specified by the College. 2. Members shall seek to increase awareness and knowledge of forest resources and management. 3. Members shall be familiar with current technology and its applications to their field. 4. Members shall make a personal commitment to continuing education to keep current in the skills and knowledge of the professional practice of forestry. 5. Members shall seek out other members, outside their area of expertise, for training and advice. 6. Members shall consider contributing to formal training opportunities when invited to do so. Page 8 of 8 28 February 2014 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists (CAPFT) and College of Alberta Professional Foresters (CAPF) Amalgamation Ratification Process and Timelines For the The College/Association of Alberta Forest Professionals Ratification of the New/Amalgamated Organization As provided through the Partnership Agreement, CAPF and CAPFT desire to amalgamate the two Colleges into a single self-regulated professional organization. The following timelines outline the ratification process that moves both organizations forward to enable membership to be able to make a wellinformed, reasoned decision on amalgamation. Various key documents will be developed that attempt to address significant aspects of an amalgamated organization. Feedback will be solicited from membership and councils in finalizing these documents. 1. Mission/Vision Statement - Completed 2. Define interim governance model options for MOU document. – March, 2014 3. Define bylaws for principles document. – March, 2014 4. Final 1st Draft of Code of Ethics/ Standards of Practice - By March, 2014 5. Prepare Interim Governance MOU - By March, 2014 6. Prepare Bylaw Principles Document – By March, 2014 7. Councils to review workshop material prior to workshops. – March, 2014 Bylaw Principles Document Interim Governance MOU Mission/Vision Draft CoE/SoP 8. CAPFT AGM Package Distributed – March 3, 2014 What can we include from PITF that is approved/endorsed. 9. Workshops will be conducted by PITF (each College separately) in March between March 1 and 20, 2014 CAPF Workshop dates – March 5, 6 and 11. Page 1 of 2 28 February 2014 CAPFT Workshop dates – March 11, 12, 13 & 18th. 10. PITF will review workshop feedback of members for consideration in ratification packages. – March 20, 2014 Workshops will need to be completed by March 20, 2014. PITF will review each other’s member feedback and determine what aspects of the presented material to revise. 11. Ratification packages will be prepared by PITF – March End, 2014 PITF will take on the responsibility of preparing the necessary materials. 12. Ratification packages distributed to both councils – April 1, 2014 Councils will require 2 weeks to review the document. 13. CAPFT AGM – April 3,4, 2014 New council elected. PA update provided. 14. Ratification packages endorsed by both councils CAPFT Council – April, 2014 Councils will need to formally endorse these packages. 15. Ratification packages will distributed to CAPFT/CAPF Members – May 29, 2014 Will be at least 30 days prior to vote. 16. CAPFT/CAPF Members will vote on the ratification of both Colleges amalgamating. – June 29, 2014 Tentative date 17. Transition – Winter/Spring 2015 First AGM of the new amalgamated organization. Annual General Meeting – Spring 2015 Election of a New Council (through New Bylaws) Bylaws need to be ratified by both colleges to elect the new council. Page 2 of 2 College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report Appendix K: Natural Sciences Partnership Initiative College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists Up to date information regarding the current status and progress of the Partnership Initiative struck between the College of Alberta Professional Foresters, College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists, Association of the Chemical Profession of Alberta, and Alberta Society of Professional Biologists 71 Natural Science and Environmental Professions Act The College of Alberta Professional Foresters (CAPF), the College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists (CAPFT), the Alberta Society of Professional Biologists (ASPB) and the Association of the Chemical Profession of Alberta (ACPA) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) agreeing to form a partnership whereby the collective organizations can pursue a more effective and sustainable model of professional regulation. A Framework is currently being established in order to illustrate the basic principles and structure of the proposed changes. This framework will highlight the benefits to the four groups, explain the purpose of the proposed initiative, demonstrate the objectives of the initiative and summarize how we intend to work towards achieving them. Various models are being considered for this potential partnership, and will not be addressed in this document as discussions are still ongoing. This project will be guided by Terms of Reference (TOR) that have been developed by the joint working committee and approved by all four organizations and respect the principles provided for in the Memorandum of Understanding. The benefits to all four groups would include greater sustainability and economy of scale, increased communication and cooperation between the professions, better public accountability and consistency, and a much greater political voice. It is anticipated that the new legislation would significantly improve the efficiency and effectiveness of these organizations through; Updated legislation that is appropriate for all natural science and environmental professionals Common legislation that clearly defines a process for professional regulation that can be presented to the public, industry sectors and to the members of the four professional groups Expanded scope of mandatory registration to all natural science and environmental professionals covered by the Act Administrative efficiencies An inclusive approach that provides more opportunity to discuss common issues on a broader scale Larger numbers that will provide more relevance to members on all professional matters This framework will continue to be developed and will be presented at the 2014 AGM. Membership input will be collected from our March workshops to aid in the development. TERMS OF REFERENCE NATURAL SCIENCE AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROFESSIONS Purpose The College of Alberta Professional Foresters (CAPF), the College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists (CAPFT), the Alberta Society of Professional Biologists (ASPB), and the Association of the Chemical Profession of Alberta (ACPA) wish to form a Partnership whereby the collective organizations (Natural Science and Environmental Professions) can pursue a more effective and sustainable model of Professional Regulation. Deliverables The Partnership will define a model or organization that is acceptable to all parties. The model will include the following considerations; Organizational structure including detailed description of the level of integration. o Define acceptable structure (merger vs affiliation vs federation vs alliance). o Administrative structure o Board structure o Council structure Time table for implementation (recognizing that the final organizational structure may be a staged approach). Process for organizational change if other professional organizations wish to be included. Committee Structure The Committee to explore the above opportunities and provide recommendations will include the following positions; Two representatives from each organization (including Registrar and/or Executive Director) Transformation Manager CAPF 1 Public Member Stakeholders Professional Governance (Ministry of Jobs, Skills, Training, and Labour) will be a key stakeholder in this process. Professional Governance will be copied on minutes and invited to attend meetings on an ad hoc basis as determined by the Committee. Communications It is recognized that Communication among the Partners and within the membership(s) will be key to a successful outcome. Each Partner recognizes the need to keep their membership informed as events unfold and will strive to assist each other in maintaining good communications within their memberships. Funding The Partnership will be funded on an equal basis where costs are incurred directly for the Partnership Initiative and agreed to by all parties. It is anticipated that some expenditures will be incurred beyond volunteer time. This may include obtaining legal counsel and/or contract outsourcing for consultants, surveys, travel expenses or other non-staff expenditures. The Committee will strive to minimize the costs incurred. Meeting Frequency and Structure It is expected that Committee meetings will be required on a semi-monthly basis to discuss and review options as well as concerns that are expressed by each party’s Council. Meeting schedules and logistics will be determined by the Committee at the end of each meeting. The Transformation Manager will manage the logistics of the meetings including taking minutes, finalizing the meeting date and location, setting the agenda, and chairing the meeting to ensure all agenda items are addressed. Principles 1. Protection of the Public Interest The overall goal of “Protection of the Public Interest” will be the fundamental basis for moving forward with discussions regarding the NSEPA. Maintaining or enhancing this goal will be a key factor for the discussions that will be undertaken by the Partnership. Mandatory Registration will apply to all parties. 2. Scope of Practice The Partnership will be based on mutual respect for a defined scope of practice for each discipline and an ethics-based principle of practicing within a level of competence that is appropriate for the Natural Science and Environmental Professional (based on educational achievements and practical work experience). 3. Retain Title Professionals will retain their protected titles and registers. 4. Process The intent is to build a model based on as much common ground as possible and reduce duplication wherever it can be achieved. The need to maintain some distinction with respect to protected titles, membership categories, and registration is recognized. There is potential to avoid duplication and to improve efficiency in the following areas; regulations, bylaws, code of ethics, continuing competence program, fiscal year, contingency fund, etc. 5. Governance Governance will be as per generally accepted best practices for non-profit organizations. Final acceptance of a governance model must have agreement of all parties. 6. Labour Mobility All Parties will respect existing labour mobility agreements between provincial/territorial jurisdictions. 7. Sustainability To maintain a viable and strong organization that is able to serve the interest of the public and the membership over the long term. 8. Relevance Enhance the value and/or relevance of our professional organization to our members as well as to the public. To work together as allied professionals to enhance environmental stewardship. Timetable (updated from MOU): Task MOU - Executive Approval Sept.30, 2013 Targets Comment Sooner if possible. MOU – Council Approval Oct.30, 2013 Sooner if possible. Feedback from Professional Governance Unit regarding what is acceptable with respect to mandate. Input to Model and commitment to resources from Professional Governance Unit. Proposal developed for membership vote. Information package to be presented at each AGM for mandate. Incorporate membership comments. Jan.22, 2014 Recognize that Councils will need to approve direction. Jan. 31, 2014 To be ratified by all Councils Mar.01, 2014 Need to include enough detail to enable membership to vote on. Results of vote and comments from each AGM shared with partners Ratification by membership. Apr.30, 2015 Special general meeting. Draft of Natural Science and Environmental Professions Act. Apr.30, 2015 Dependent on Jobs, Skills, Training and Labour Jun. 30, 2014 July 31,2014 Terms of Reference - Signatory Page ________________________________ College of Alberta Professional Foresters Noel St. Jean, President Date: ___________________________ ________________________________ College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists David Fox, President Date: ___________________________ ________________________________ Alberta Society of Professional Biologists Karoliina Munter, President Date: ___________________________ ________________________________ Association of the Chemical Profession of Alberta Maurice Shevalier, President Date: ____________________________ College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists College of Alberta Professional Forest Technologists 2013 Annual Report 72
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