Q1 How many members are there on the Board?

There are fifteen members which include five officers: Past President, President, First Vice -President, Second Vice- President, Treasurer; nine directors: four from the Greater Vancouver and Fraser Valley regions, four from the regions of the province outside the Lower Mainland, and one director at large who is the BCRTA representative to the Canadian Association of Retired Teachers (ACER/CART). Members of the Board are elected at the Annual General Meeting that is usually held in Vancouver in September.

Q2What is the term of Office for each position?

Each of the officers, with the exception of the Treasurer, is elected for a one-year term. The directors and Treasurer are elected for two-year terms.

Q3   What is the purpose of the BCRTA?

The mission of the BCRTA is the maintenance and enhancement of the quality of life for its members specifically and other seniors generally. The purpose of the BCRTA is to promote the interests of the members, to provide information and advice to members on retirement programmes and benefits, to communicate to members on the activities of the Association and issues of common interest, and to promote excellence in public education.

Q4   How often does the Board meet?

The Board usually meets in September, October, December, January, March (BCTF AGM), April and June. It meets at the BCTF building in Vancouver.

Q5   Who sets the annual BCRTA membership fee?

The fee is always approved at the AGM.

Q6   How are records of meetings kept?

The office administrator keeps minutes of each meeting, including the AGM. Copies of the minutes are sent out to branch presidents shortly after each meeting, for the information of the branch members.

Q7   Who can run for the Board?

Any active member in good standing of the BCRTA can stand for election to the Board. The BCRTA office must receive nominations by June 30 of each year.

Q8  Are Board members paid?

Board members do not receive any pay for their work. However, expenses for attending meetings and acting on behalf of the BCRTA are paid: travel, accommodation, and meals.

If you have a question about the Board, contact the BCRTA office: 877-683-2243 or (604)-871-2260/2262. Fax: 604-871-2265, email: pat@bcrta.com or kristi@bcrta.com