Become an Abbotsford Branch Member
Join our vibrant group of teachers and become part of a national organization promoting excellent music education!
This is an excellent opportunity to share ideas and get teaching support from colleagues that understand! As a bonus, benefit from workshop presenters that are specialists in the field of music education.
Benefits of membership
- RMT Designation. Members who meet specific requirements are given permission under the Provincial Legislative Act of 1947 to use the designation 'RMT.'
- Membership in both the BCRMTA and the CFMTA.
- Join a branch that is part of a larger group of 21 branches in total.
- Be a part of a group of 21 RMT's
- Subscription to two magazines: "Progressions" of the BCRMTA and "The Canadian Music Teacher" of the CFMTA. (only full members receive this)
- Access to Clinics, Master classes, National and Provincial Conventions.
- Develop a network of colleagues to share information and ideas.
- Competition and Scholarship opportunities for your students.
- Advertising on this website.
- Receive Atkinson and Terry Insurance which is included in your fees. This cover's music related mishaps. A low annual rate Group Third Party Liability policy for $5 million Comprehensive General Liability and $100 000 Tenants Legal Liability which extends to locations that are rented on a temporary basis. Estimated value $250.
Membership Requirements
All members must:
- Hold one of the following qualifications:
- Pay appropriate registration/membership fees
- Be 18 years of age, or over
- A Music Teacher's Certificate or Diploma (in the instrument or subject of instruction stated on the application) from any School of Music recognized by the BCRMTA Provincial Council
- A Music Performers Certificate or Diploma (in the instrument or subject of instruction stated on the application)) from any School of Music recognized by the BCRMTA Provincial Council and a record of four years
- A University Music Degree (with a major in the instrument or subject of instruction stated on the application) and:
- a record of four years teaching of subjects recognized by the Board of Examiners.
OR - be a member in good standing of a Registered Music Teachers' Association of a Province other than British Columbia
OR - satisfy the BCRMTA Board of Examiners that he/she qualifies to be accepted as a member of BCRMTA.
- a record of four years teaching of subjects recognized by the Board of Examiners.
Contact us to find out more about the BCRMTA or download and submit this application form to become a member.