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Feb 1, 2011
Transport Canada Kayak Registration:
Information on recent changes to Small Vessel Regulations More...
Jan 28, 2011
2011 Spring Exam Dates:
Level Two and Three exam dates posted More...
Jan 27, 2011
2011 Spring Exchange:
Cowichan ValleyMore...
December 1, 2010
Lightsation De-Staffing:
SKGABC Presentation to Senate Committee of Fisheries and Oceans. Summary available here
2010 Fall Exam Dates:
Level Two and Three exam dates posted here
2010 Fall Exchange:
Hosted by Deep Cove Canoe & Kayak, the fall exchange will take place in Porteau Cove / Deep Cove, BC More...
2010 Annual General Meeting:
November 3rd, 2010, Nanaimo, BC More...
2010 Spring Exam Dates:
Level Two and Three exam dates posted here
2010 Spring Guides Exchange:
Salt Spring Island, BC. Hosted by Island Excapades Click Here for more details Attend for the chance to win a Werner Carbon Fiber Paddle!
2009 AGM:
10:30am, Vancouver Island University, Nanaimo BC, Nov 4th, 2009. Click Here for more details
AGM Minutes and Reports Posted in the Members Section.
2009 Fall Exchange - Gabriola Island, BC
The fall exchange was held Sept 25-27, 2009 on Gabriola Island, BC. The exchange was hosted by Gabriola Sea Kayaking, Baja Kayak Adventures, Wildheart Adventures, and Jim's Kayaking.Photo's now posted
Technical Guides Manual
The SKGABC has produced a manual for guides of every level. For more information Click Here
2009 Fall Exam Dates
Fall 2009 Level 2 and 3 exam dates are now posted. Please click here for dates and locations
2009 Fall Exchange - Gabriola Island, BC
The fall exchange will be held Sept 25-27, 2009 on Gabriola Island, BC. The exchange will be hosted by Gabriola Sea Kayaking, Silva Bay Adventures, and Wildheart Adventures.More info
2009 Spring Exchange - Quadra Island, BC
The spring exchange will be held May 1st to 3rd, 2009 in Quadra Island, BC. The exchange will be hosted by Discovery Island Lodge and Spirit of the West. More info
2008 Fall Exchange - Ucluelet, BC
The fall exchange will be held October 3-5th, 2008 in Ucluelet, BC. The exchange will be hosted by Majestic Ocean Kayaking and Rainforest Kayak Adventures. More info
Wildlife Guidelines for
Backcountry Tourism/Commercial
Recreation in British Columbia click here
Marine Mammal Guideline Changes
The Marine Mammal Guidelines have changed this year. Please review the guidelines listed on this page
Are you an Employee or Independent Contractor?
A recent presentation to the SKGABC by the Rulings Division of the Federal Government's Canada Revenue Agency indicated that in almost all circumstances, guides are employees. Get a ruling and get paid correctly - More information
WCB Information Update
- Registering with the WCB. Do I Have to Register?
If you hire people to work for your guiding company – whether they work full-time, part-time or on a casual or contract basis – you’re required by law to register with the Workers’ Compensation Board.
What Are The Benefits of Registering?
Registering with the WCB is more than just a legislated requirement. When you’re covered by the WCB, you’re protected against potentially crippling lawsuits arising from work-related injuries, disease, or death – lawsuits that, in other countries, have virtually bankrupted some employers.
Here in B.C, if a worker is injured or contracts an occupational disease while on the job, the employer is insured against liability and the worker receives wage loss and medical benefits, as well as the rehabilitative and vocational services needed to return to a healthy and productive life.
What Happens if I don’t Register?
If you don’t register when required, you put yourself at considerable financial risk. If a worker you’ve hired gets injured on the job and you’re not registered as required, you could be held liable for all compensation costs associated with the claim and for your unpaid premiums. It is against the law to avoid registering when it is required under the Workers Compensation Act.
When is Registration Optional?
If you don’t hire workers, you’re not required to register with the WCB. However, if you are self-employed or a partner or proprietor in a non-limited company, you may be eligible for Personal Optional Protection, an optional insurance plan that protects you against income loss and provides medical and rehabilitative services if you’re injured on the job.
How can I get more information?
Visit the WCB web site at www.worksafebc.com or contact their Employer Service Centre at
1 888 922-2768 or 604 244-6181.
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