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2O11 Your online resource to the best and the brightest! The best jobs and the brightest technical talent in BC Whether you are searching for that ‘job of your dreams’ or your next ‘employee of the year’, CTEN will deliver results with great, value-added benefits! As a member… register and create a profile of your skills and expertise, search for and access job opportunities across Canada and contact employers who need your skills, quickly and directly. As an employer… post full time, part time, contract or co-op job opportunities where qualified professionals can apply for the positions you advertise. All current members of Canada’s ten provincial technology associations have access to CTEN so your opportunities are seen by a vast network of competent and motivated professionals.
Either way… you now have an advantage!
www.cten.ca Online, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year! Bringing skilled technologists, technicians and technical specialists together with prospective employers. A COAST-TO-COAST NETWORK OF
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Adding Value to Registration Member Services Member services are designed to save money or provide career-related services for technologists, technicians and technical specialists. It is one more benefit of belonging to a community of technology professionals. Only current registrants in good standing are able to participate in these programs, so be sure and mention your ASTTBC registrant number when contacting our affinity partners.
Employment & Job Search Strategies ASTTBC offers employment assistance through the Canadian Technical Employment Network (CTEN), a national employment referral service operated by the provincial technology associations. Only members of ASTTBC, our technical specialists and members of other constituent provincial technology associations can post their profiles or see jobs that are posted. This ensures employers who run job ads on CTEN are accessing a pool of qualified candidates. To get started with CTEN, visit… www.cten.ca
ASTTBC has also created a great career development web site to assist members with job search strategies and resources to take you to the next level. Visit… careers.asttbc.org …for more information.
Technology Ring & Regalia Wearing an ASTTBC technology ring (AScT, CTech and GradTech) is a great way to show your affiliation with your professional organization. There is also a range of attractive regalia, from water bottles to coffee mugs, that help you create visibility for technologists, technicians and technical specialists at your place of work. Visit… www.asttbc.org …for more information or contact the ASTTBC office at (604) 585-2788; email techinfo@asttbc.org —2—
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There are a lot of common ideas out there on finding out how much insurance you should have. Some say multiply your annual salary by seven or eight. Some say calculate income from now until retirement age. Others simply cover debts. Here’s an easy formula to determine a smart life insurance amount: Short-term needs + long-term needs - resources = how much coverage you may need. The Engineers Canada-sponsored Term Life Plan has a Needs Calculator that’s even easier to use. It helps you estimate what your family might need in the future based on what you own, what you owe and what you spend today. It sure helped me — and 49,000 other engineering and technology professionals — decide on the right coverage amount for my family. Try it out today. You’ve got nothing to lose… except for maybe a few misconceptions.
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Member Services at a Glance… Group purchasing adds value to your registration! Put these programs to work for you and save. Check out details on… www.asttbc.org
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Employment & Job Search Strategies Job referral… the CANADIAN TECHNICAL EMPLOYMENT NETWORK (CTEN) is a coast-to-coast, web-based job referral system that brings technologists, technicians and technical specialists together with prospective employers. As a service of the provincial technology associations, there is no charge for members. Cost is nominal for employers. Go directly to… www.cten.ca Job search strategies… if you’re in the market for a new job or need some tips on resumes, interviewing, etc., ASTTBC has put together a great career development web site with valuable information to help you get ahead. Visit ASTTBC’s Careers web site at… careers.asttbc.org Career planning… the CAREER MANAGER® is written specifically for technologists and technicians, and will help you achieve success in your career. Available on CD-ROM. Contact ASTTBC to purchase a copy.
Experienced. An RTMgr as a proven track record of success as manager and leader in a technology environment.
Career, Health, Life & Home Coverage Professional Coverages… Professional Liability – protect your assets with affordable Errors and Omissions Insurance; Commercial General Liability Insurance – protect yourself from claims arising from persons visiting your premises or from nonprofessional activities in the field; Property Insurance – protect your equipment from physical loss or damage at your premises or while in the field. Contact Willis Canada Inc.; ph: (604) 683-6831 or 1-800-665-5252; www.willis.com
Trained. An RTMgr has demonstrated their ability to apply the principals of technology management, having been evaluated against a set of competencies that cover all keys aspects of the role of manager and leader.
Note: May not be available to Associate members or some Special Certification programs, check with Willis Canada for eligibility.
Professional. An RTMgr is bound by the strict Standards of Conduct and Code of Ethics expected of every member of ASTTBC. For more info or to submit an application request, visit…
RTMgr.asttbc.org You are a Leader! PROVEN LEADERSHIP THROUGH TECHNOLOGY
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Home… when it comes to home insurance, TD Insurance Meloche Monnex makes your life easier! Thanks to its agreement with ASTTBC, you have access to a wide-range of special privileges including exceptional service and high quality products. Your special status as a member entitles you to preferred group rates and a number of unique benefits. For more details, visit www.melochemonnex.com/ASTTBC or call 1-877-536-7755
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Service… Supplier/Contact Health & Dental Spending Account… the Olympia Benefits plan provides an option for technicians and technologists who are working on contract or as consultants, and for small- and medium-sized firms. This program allows you to have your company pay for your family’s medical and dental expenses, then deduct 100% of the cost as a business expense. Unlike insurance plans with premiums, with the Olympia Benefits plan you only pay for what employees actually spend (plus administration costs). The plan provides complete coverage and impressive tax savings both personally and corporately. Please visit… www.OlympiaBenefits.com/asttbc or call 1-877-866-6368
Consumer Savings Work clothing/footwear... use your ASTTBC ‘Imagewear by Mark’s Work Wearhouse’ card and save 10% off regular retail prices on selected items at all Mark’s Work Wearhouse stores. Check out… www.imagewear.ca …to get your card, contact ASTTBC at techinfo@asttbc.org
Automotive Savings Discounts on new cars… decide what make and model of new car you want and your list of options, then contact Greg Huynh at www.quinellaauto.com and get your best price. Ph: (604) 929GREG or 1-800-300-GREG
Business Services Internet design & consulting… unique web design to help bring business to you virtually. ImagiNet, Bob Bunting, AScT; ph.: (604) 985-3074 or e-mail: sales@imaginet.ca Note: Participants in these group plans must be currently registered and in good standing with ASTTBC, in either Full or Special Certification programs. Should your registration lapse, you no longer qualify for benefits under these programs and subsequent insurance claims could be denied by the insurance company. While ASTTBC makes every effort to deal with established suppliers who offer solid value-added services, ASTTBC accepts no responsibility for goods or services provided by outside suppliers. All technologists, technicians and technical specialists are advised to review offerings based on their own needs; the degree of benefits received can vary depending on your individual circumstances.
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ASTTBC Staff Contacts Governance & Management | Professional Recognition | Government Liaison
Registration | Membership
John Leech, AScT, CAE Executive Director jleech@asttbc.org
John Shortreid, AScT, CLS Registrar jshortreid@asttbc.org
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Council, governance, association management, professional legislation and rights to practice, government liaison, First Nations Careers Council, Technology Education & Careers Council. Cindy Aitken Manager, Governance & Events caitken@asttbc.org
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ASTTBC Council, community representatives, events management and awards program.
For your best possible price call: Greg Huynh Phone: 604.929.GREG (4734) 1-800.300.GREG (4734)
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Robert Stitt, AScT Manager, Special Projects
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General inquiries, member and employer services information, event assistance, CTEN assistance, applications for stamp and seal, rings and regalia. Karen Taylor, Dip BM Coordinator, Operations ktaylor@asttbc.org
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Special projects. Jennifer Elderkin, AScT Manager, Member Development jelderkin@asttbc.org phone (604) 614-1780
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Foundation for Education & Advancement in Technology (FEAT)
First impressions count. If you’re looking for a better first impression, every time, you’re looking in the right place.
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Use your ‘Imagewear by Mark’s Work Wearhouse’ card and save 10% off the regular price on… • Casual pants or jeans • Industrial • Polos, t-shirts and outerwear woven shirts • Work gloves • CSA safety footwear • Underwear • Work wear clothing and socks
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Charitable donations, Technology Legacy Fund member campaign, bequests to FEAT in your will. Karen Taylor, Dip BM Administration ktaylor@asttbc.org
Onsite Wastewater Technical Specialist program; management and stakeholder liaison. Peter Link, CTech, CPI, CRA Manager, House & Property Inspection Registrations plink@asttbc.org phone (604) 531-8537
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House & Property Inspection Technical Specialist Program; management and stakeholder liaison. Brian Stegavig Manager, Fire Protection Registrations bstegavig@asttbc.org 240 phone (604) 880-7501 / fax (604) 984-0415
Fire Protection Technical Specialist Program; management and stakeholder liaison.
Construction Safety Technical Specialist Program; management and stakeholder liaison; representing the Okanagan area.
General operations. Anne Sharp, BA Director, Development asharp@asttbc.org phone (604) 734-7738
Geoff Sale, AScT Manager, Internationally Trained Professionals gsale@asttbc.org phone (604) 521-5059
Bruce Stevens, AScT Manager, Construction Safety Registrations & Regional Manager, Okanagan bstevens@asttbc.org phone (250) 491-0395
Member retention, recruitment.
Jason Jung, AScT Executive Director jjung@asttbc.org
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Special registrations projects.
Internationally educated professionals program.
Member services, student/applicant liaison, career awareness. Cheryl Blachuras Coordinator, Customer Services techinfo@asttbc.org
Martin Mac Gregor, AScT, CPI Deputy Registrar mmacgregor@asttbc.org
Ron Hein, ROWP Manager, Onsite Wastewater Registrations 231 rhein@asttbc.org phone (604) 585-2788
Member Services | Technology Careers Jason Jung, AScT Manager, Technology Careers jjung@asttbc.org
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Registrations, professional standards and title protection.
Pat Larsson Assistant to the Registrar plarsson@asttbc.org
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ASTTBC application processing, reclassification and upgrade inquiries, appeal inquiries, provisional membership inquiries and accreditation liaison. Amy Liu Coordinator, Registrations aliu@asttbc.org
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AScT and CTech reclassification inquiries, Prior Learning Assessment Review reinstatement and student applications. 236
FEAT bursary submissions and general administration.
Kathy Rozek Coordinator, Technical Specialist Registrations krozek@asttbc.org 223
Technical Specialist certification programs, application processing, reclassification, reinstatement and general inquiries. Elvira O’Kane, BComm Registrations Assistant eokane@asttbc.org
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General assistance with registrations and office operations, RTMgr inquiries/application processing and Accreditation Board liaison.
www.imagewear.ca Contact ASTTBC office to get an ‘Imagewear by Mark’s Work Wearhouse’ card… 604.585.2788 or techinfo@asttbc.org
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Julie Li, MEd, BEd Registrations Assistant jli@asttbc.org
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General assistance with registrations and office operations, Onsite Wastewater registration inquiries/application processing.
Staff Name, Designation Position with ASTTBC Email address Local
Practice Review | Discipline John Shortreid, AScT, CLS Registrar jshortreid@asttbc.org
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AScT, CTech and Technical Specialist complaints and discipline, and Practice Review Board. Pat Larsson Assistant to the Registrar plarsson@asttbc.org
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Complaints against AScTs, CTechs and Technical Specialists, ethics and titles.
Finance & Administration Nicky Malli, BA Manager, Finance & Administration nmalli@asttbc.org
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Financial management and inquiries, member dues, office and building administration. Lumi Guias Coordinator, Finance & Bursaries lguias@asttbc.org
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Dues payments, FEAT donation receipts, member information update, cancellations and bursaries. Betty Bell Assistant, Administrative Services
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Office supplies, shipping and receiving.
ASTTBC’s professional liability insurance program provides exclusive coverage designed specifically to meet the needs of both the selfemployed and employed technologist or technician.
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Marketing | Communications Anne Sharp, BA Manager, Marketing asharp@asttbc.org phone (604) 734-7738
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Marketing, corporate sponsorship, advertising. Garry Gaudet Manager, Media Relations ggaudet@asttbc.org phone (250) 390-3707 / fax (250) 390-3114
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Exclusive to AScTs, CTechs and some Special Certification programs Choice of limits available from $250,000 to $2,000,000 Coverage includes legal expenses for investigation, defence, negotiation and settlement of any insured claim Commercial general liability for consulting operations is available in conjunction with professional liability Low premium rates Low deductible
ASTT News. Jennifer Christenson, BA, MEd Editor, ASTT e-News jchristenson@asttbc.org
ASTT e-News. Meg Janecki, AScT, BTech Manager, e-Business mjanecki@asttbc.org
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Protection for you and your clients, in the form of errors and omissions insurance, is one way to shield personal assets and will help maintain a good reputation through the defence of allegations of wrongdoing which might be frivolous or false.
Web site management and information systems (IS) management. Richard Mayer, AScT Manager, Corporate Identity rmayer@asttbc.org phone (604) 946-7864 / fax (604) 946-7829
To obtain an application form or receive further information, please contact…
Corporate identity, publications. Rayna Smeltzer Coordinator, Publications rsmeltzer@asttbc.org phone (604) 951-7378
Publications production.
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Program underwritten by…
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