What is the Association of Professional Biology?

The Association of Professional Biology (APB) represents professional biologists and citizens with an interest in biology in British Columbia.
Our professional members are in good standing with accredited regulatory natural resource organizations such as BC's College of Applied Biology (CAB)
and Alberta’s Society of Professional Biologists (ASPB),and are governed by provincial legislation (e.g., College of Applied Biology Act and its Rules).


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Supporting the Association of Professional Biology by joining our community of professional biologists and citizens with a passion for biology comes with various benefits, including networking and professional development opportunities, practice advice, and discounts on events, insurance, group medical plans, and more.

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Upcoming  Events

The APB's 2022 Fall Conference Sessions

Day 1: Thursday, October 6, 2022
6:00 - 8:00 PM (PT)

Day 2: Thursday, October 13, 2022
6:00 - 8:00 PM (PT)

  More details will be announced when available.

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APB Mentorship Program

Become a mentor or protégé!

This program is designed to help up and coming biologists excel and acquire skills essentials to future employment and career opportunities while completing their education.

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Membership Benefits

Join us today and become a part of our growing community. Start enjoying the benefits of membership:

  • Employment Opportunities
  • Professional Development
  • Networking Opportunities
  • Professional Practice Advisory
  • APB - A Voice for Professional Biologists
  • Education and Services for Biology Students
  • Access to Information
  • Preferred Rates
  • ... and much more!

 

 

Membership with the APB confers a range of benefits from discounts on professional training and insurance to journal subscriptions and many other affinity programs. When you become a member, you have access to key professional resources designed to help guide and advance your work and practice.