A group of retired educators with common goals and a multitude of interests.
to maintain an active affiliation with the B.C. Principals’ and Vice-Principals’ Association (BCPVPA)
to promote the interests and the welfare of its members
to communicate with members regarding issues of common interest and the activities of the Association
to encourage and foster liaison among Association members and Principals and Vice-Principals
History & AffiliationMeetings & AgendaExecutiveConstitution & Bylaws
In November 1996, fourteen retired principals and vice-principals met to form a provincial organization. From this modest beginning and through the dedicated efforts of many individuals, this volunteer Association has grown to a membership of more than 800 members.
The BCRPVPA maintains an active affiliation and relationship with the BC Principals’ and Vice-Principals’ Association and has observer status at BCPVPA Chapter Council meetings. We appreciate the support of the BCPVPA.
The Association has a government appointed excluded staff representative on the BC Teachers’ Pension Board.
The Association has a close relationship with the BC Retired Teachers’ Association which includes access to an alternative extended health and travel plan which better focuses on retirees needs. This relationship fosters other wide-ranging benefits for members.
The Association endeavors to maintain contact with other organizations to keep informed about issues affecting retirees.
The BCRPVPA depends solely on volunteers and member participation to maintain its mandate.
The BCRPVPA executive is elected annually at the spring AGM and is responsible for carrying out the Association’s goals and serving its members. We offer up to 10 annual scholarships/bursaries to students graduating from B.C. public secondary schools. The new application deadline is March 31st.
There are four general meetings held each year. Meetings begin at 09:45 a.m. and consist of a business session and a guest speaker followed by a no-host lunch. The meetings are usually held at the BCPVPA office or at other lower mainland venues but are also offered online through Zoom.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
2024 – 2025
President
Deborah Luporini
Past President
Christine Johnson
Vice-President
Marsha Arnold
Secretary
Deborah Luporini
Treasurer
Lanny Young
Membership
Jessica Antosz
Scholarships
Jeff Larcombe
Ted St. Pierre
Ian Kent
Christine Johnson
Jessica Antosz
Yolande Martinello
Pensions/Affinity and Benefits
Marsha Arnold
Speakers
Christine Johnson
Communications
Marsha Arnold
Sunshine
Bonnie Deren
Technology
Deborah Luporini
Marsha Arnold
Chronicles & Capers Newsletter Editor
Marsha Arnold
Website
Deborah Luporini
Marsha Arnold
Representatives at BCPVPA Chapter Council
Deborah Luporini
Marsha Arnold
Refreshments at Meetings
Lanny Young
Further Members at Large:
Sher Baerg
Sandra Kinnon
CONSTITUTION and BYLAWS
Of The
B.C. RETIRED PRINCIPALS’ AND VICE-PRINCIPALS’ ASSOCIATION CONSTITUTION
ARTICLE 1: NAME
The name of the Association shall be the B.C. Retired Principals’ and Vice-Principals’ Association, or the BCRPVPA, hereinafter known as the Association.
ARTICLE 2: PURPOSES
The purposes of the Association are:
2.1 To maintain an active affiliation with the British Columbia Principals’ and Vice-Principals’ Association (BCPVPA);
2.2 To promote the interests and the welfare of its members;
2.3 To communicate with Members regarding issues of common interest and the activities of the Association;
2.4 To encourage and foster liaison among Association members and Principals and Vice-Principals.
Adopted October 24, 1997
Revised May 2007
Reviewed March 2015
Reviewed April 2021
– How much does the membership cost?
The Association fee is determined at the Annual General Meeting. The annual $30 fee for the first year is free. This fee is then paid automatically through an annual deduction from the member’s July pension cheque.
– Do I need to send in my membership fee each year?
No, once you join the BCRPVPA, the Pension Corporation automatically deducts the membership fee from your pension in June of each year. You do not need to do anything further.
– Why do I no longer get BCRPVPA email or other email?
(Two possible reasons)
a) Delete your inbox messages, your sent messages, and the junk on a regular basis.
b) Go into Trash, found on the left side of your screen under the words Draft and Junk.
c) Click on the small down arrow beside the word Trash.
d) Click on Empty Trash. Until you empty your trash, the messages are not deleted from your account, and you will not have room in your inbox for new email.
– Can I claim my BCRPVPA membership fee on my Canadian income tax?
No, as you voluntarily belong to the BCRPVPA, and it is not considered a necessary condition of employment. It will not appear on your T4A.
“The cost of maintaining membership in voluntary associations, even if related to one’s trade or profession, is not deductible.” CRA website
– Can I claim my optional teacher’s certificate fee on my Canadian income tax?
Yes, you can as it is considered a necessary part of employment. Presently the annual fee is $95 due by May 31st of each year. Find out more at: how to maintain your certification. You will receive an emailed tax receipt for payment.
– Can I change extended health and/or dental plans?
Yes, you can if you have had continuous medical and dental coverage and have not allowed it to lapse. If you have been under your spouse’s coverage that counts as continuous coverage. You can be on one plan for extended health and a different one for dental, but you must have had continuous coverage.
Once you sign on you have 30 days to change your mind or wait 365 days to change plans. Presently our group coverage choices are Green Shield or Johnson Prestige. A comparison chart between the two plans can be found under Benefits if you scroll down to the bottom.
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