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Why is Membership in APCA Good For Your Business?

Industry Relations
  • Network with others in the industry - exchange your business concerns and solutions, share your manpower, equipment and ideas.
  • General meetings, conferences, tradeshows, seminars, speakers, etc.
  • Special events such as President's Ball, golf tournament, BBQ, etc.
  • When not meeting face to face, keep in touch with other members and industry activities through PDCA magazine, APCA newsletters, bulletins and mailings.
Related Industry Relations
  • Inspection and Guarantee Program enhances your professional image with architects, designers, and spec writers and brings business to APCA members.
  • Tradeshow encourages cooperation and exchange of information among related industries.
  • Tap these industries for the knowledge you want or need i.e. speakers at meetings.
Public Relations
  • Post the APCA Code of Ethics in your business premises. The public is assured that ethical standards are in place.
  • Advertise as a registered APCA member. Membership in a professional association enhances public confidence.
  • Members can promote their eligibility to participate in the Inspection and Guarantee Program - A commitment to quality.
  • Get your company name listed under the APCA banner in the telephone directory for major centres.
Government and Media Relations
  • Members' concerns and positions are presented in a professional and direct manner to the decision-makers and the general public.
  • Inspection and Warranty Program promotes professional image to government decision-makers that encourages them to trust the industry with self-regulation.
  • Input to the apprenticeship program to ensure current and future employees are trained to meet your needs.
  • Obtain coverage for your contribution to charity auctions, Habitat for Humanity, etc.
Technological Support

Manuals
  • Architectural Painting Specification
  • Maintenance Repainting
Guides
  • Rate calculations
  • Estimate guide
  • Chargeout rates
Specific educational programs offered through general meetings, conferences, seminars, etc.

Professional Development
  • Educational seminars presented at general meetings, conferences, trade shows, etc.
  • Subjects of specific interest to members i.e. technical tips, business management.
  • Newsletters and bulletins keep members current.
Group Benefits

Group purchasing power can be applied to many items including:
  • Insurance: business, property, personal
  • Health benefit programs: extended health, dental, drugs, vision care
  • Discounted rates on items of interest: cell phones, travel, etc.

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