CPHR BC & Yukon HR
Annual Exhibitor
BCACC continues to exhibit at Western Canada’s largest HR event to engage with HR professionals and decision-makers.
Through direct outreach, we advocate for the inclusion of Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCCs) in extended health benefits and shared resources that highlight the value of clinical counselling and psychotherapy in workplace wellness.
CMHA BC
Conference Sponsorship & Continued Partnership
BCACC supports and collaborates with CMHA BC in multiple ways.
We’ve sponsored their inaugural gala celebrating resilient youth and raising funds to provide scholarships for students with lived experience of mental illness. We’ve featured RCCs from CMHA in our Matters of the Mind public presentations, and we have awarded the CEO Jonny Morris an honorary BCACC membership for the work that CMHA does in promoting mental wellness across British Columbia.
First Nations Northern Regional Caucus
BCACC participated as an exhibitor at this important regional gathering of Chiefs, health directors, and community leaders from northern BC.
Under the theme “We are our Culture and Traditions,” the event focused on culturally grounded health service planning. BCACC was honoured to connect with attendees and share how RCCs can support mental wellness in Indigenous communities.
Joint Annual Conference (JAC) – October 7–9, 2024 | Penticton, BC
Exhibitor
BCACC exhibited at the JAC, co-hosted by the Public Works Association of BC and the BC Municipal Safety Association. The event focused on infrastructure and municipal safety, providing an opportunity to meet with union and municipal leaders to discuss mental health coverage and promote our joint Connection to Care program.
CNAR
Attending their conferences and on their Board of Directors
BCACC is a member of the Canadian Network of Agencies for Regulation (CNAR), a national organization focused on regulatory excellence for professions across Canada. CNAR brings together regulators to share best practices and strengthen standards for public protection.
Our CEO serves on CNAR’s Board of Directors, helping guide the organization’s efforts. BCACC supports CNAR through participation in their annual conference and ongoing collaboration, contributing expertise to national conversations on professional regulation and the responsible regulation of psychotherapy in BC
Canadian Society of Association Executives (CSAE)
Award Recipient
BCACC is an active member of the Canadian Society of Association Executives (CSAE), Canada’s leading organization for association professionals.
Many of our staff hold the Certified Association Executive (CAE) designation or are currently working toward it, demonstrating our commitment to professional excellence in association management.
In 2024, BCACC was honoured with the Association Centre of Excellence Award at the CSAE Annual Conference, recognizing our team leadership in advocating for psychotherapy regulation and advancing the association sector. We regularly participate in CSAE conferences and programs to ensure we continue delivering exceptional service to our members and stakeholders.
Counselling Psychology Research Conference
Co-host
BCACC co-hosted this national research conference with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association and Simon Fraser University to bridge the gap between academic research and clinical practice.
By bringing together students, clinicians, and scholars, we support evidence-informed practice and ensure that emerging research directly benefits the mental health professionals serving communities across Canada.
EMDR Canada
Exhibitor
BCACC exhibited at the EMDR Canada Annual Conference to support EMDR practitioners and connect with attendees. The event featured keynotes from Dr. Gabor Maté, Dr. Ramani Durvasula, Dr. Derek Farrell, and Dolores Mosquera. BCACC shared information about the RCC designation, offered resources, and engaged with clinicians to better understand how to support their trauma-informed work in practice.
BC Dental Hygienists Association
Collaboration
The BCACC and the BC Dental Hygienists Association continued their collaboration on the creation/update of practice tools and a website to alleviate anxiety and better prepare the public for their oral care visits.
BC Municipal Safety Association
Collaboration
The BCACC and the BC Municipal Safety Association continued their collaboration on a pre-emptive (up-stream) program (Connection 2 Care) to provide anonymous mental health services to municipal employees by phone. This addresses the stigma associated with seeking mental health support.
Ongoing Stakeholder Engagements
To enhance and advocate for the profession, BCACC engaged in collaborative work and partnerships with the following agencies and organizations. This also provided an opportunity to showcase RCCs, remove practice barriers and inform policy/decisions:
