Please join us on Sunday, December 13 for our NAME-BC Annual General Meeting!

Our Annual General Meeting is a chance for us to get together and celebrate everything that NAME-BC has been up to in the last year, plan out an exciting new year, and elect/re-elect our Executive Board. Our board consists of President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and five Directors. If anyone has a nomination in mind (either themselves or someone else who is willing to stand) for any of the positions, please send names to us ahead of time at bc@pacname.org.

Sunday, December 13
AGM 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Executive 2:00-3:00pm
Location: Online via Zoom

Request Meeting Link

Here are the Agendas for the AGM and Executive Meetings. Everyone is welcome to come for one or both meetings!

2020 AGM Agenda

2020 Executive Meeting Agenda

Please take a moment to review the minutes from last year’s meetings, linked below. In an effort to save paper, we will not be printing out copies of the minutes for the meeting, but they will be available to view electronically.

2019 NAME-BC AGM Minutes – DRAFT

2019 NAME-BC Executive Meeting Minutes – DRAFT

The NAME-BC AGM was held on Saturday, December 4, 2016 at the Sidney branch of the Victoria Public Library from 1-4 pm. Thanks to everyone who made it to the meeting. We would like to welcome our new BC Co-Director, Cathy Carolsfeld!

Check back soon for meeting minutes and information on our goals and ideas for 2017!

Please join us on Sunday, December 8 for our NAME-BC Annual General Meeting!

Our Annual General Meeting is a chance for us to get together and celebrate everything that NAME-BC has been up to in the last year, plan out an exciting new year, and elect our Executive Board. Our board consists of President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, plus Directors. If anyone has a nomination in mind (either themselves or someone else who is willing to stand) for any of the positions, please send names to us ahead of time at bc@pacname.org.

Sunday, December 8
AGM: 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Executive Meeting: 2:30 – 3:30pm
Location: Pacific Wild, 1529 Amelia Street, Victoria

The Agendas for the AGM and Executive Meetings will be sent via email before the meeting. Everyone is welcome to come for one or both meetings!

Meeting Information

In person:

Pacific Wild has graciously offered us the use of their office space at 1529 Amelia Street in Victoria. There’s room for several vehicles in their parking lot, free street parking nearby, and free parking on Sundays in the nearby Johnson St. Parkade.

We would love to make it a more festive meeting by sharing some holiday cheer, so feel free to bring along some treats to share or wear your favourite Ugly Christmas Sweater!

Virtual:

Please register in advance if you are attending the meeting remotely. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

In an effort to use our time together efficiently, we ask that you take a moment to review the minutes from last year’s meetings (linked below) prior to the AGM. 

• 2023 NAME-BC AGM Minutes – DRAFT
• 2023 NAME-BC Executive Meeting Minutes – DRAFT

Join Us for the NAME-BC Annual General Meeting

Our Annual General Meeting is your chance to help guide our chapter’s work in 2026, connect with fellow educators, and celebrate the impact of marine and freshwater education across BC. The AGM Agenda, in-person location, and Zoom meeting link will be sent via email before the meeting.

Sunday, November 23
AGM: 4:00 – 5:00 pm
Executive Meeting to follow: 5:00 – 6:00pm (all members welcome to attend)
Location: In person in Victoria, or Online via Zoom

Join the NAME-BC Board of Directors!
Are you passionate about connecting people to our ocean and freshwater environments? NAME-BC is looking for enthusiastic educators, communicators, and community members to join our Board of Directors. Our board consists of President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, plus Directors. Serving on the board is a rewarding way to help shape marine and aquatic education across British Columbia, build professional connections, and contribute your voice to a dynamic, supportive network.

No prior board experience is required—just a commitment to collaboration, curiosity, and coastal stewardship.

Interested? Contact us at bc@pacname.org to put your name forward today and help guide the future of NAME-BC!

In an effort to use our time together efficiently, we ask that you take a moment to review the minutes from last year’s meetings (linked below) prior to the AGM. 

• 2024 NAME-BC AGM Minutes – DRAFT
• 2024 NAME-BC Executive Meeting Minutes – DRAFT