BECOME A MEMBER. SHOW YOUR PRIDE.

To apply for TLA membership, click on Membership Application. For full details on Membership, take a look at the Membership Handbook. If you have additional questions about the TLA or any of our programs, please contact us.

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MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS.

The TLA is continuously enhancing the programs it offers to its members. As a member of the TLA your organization will be able to provide your employees and their families with important services such as health benefits, insurance and several affinity programs that provide substantial savings for TLA members.

YOU'RE COVERED…WITH TLA EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE.

A competitive package of benefits custom-tailored to meet the needs of individual member companies and their employees. Coverage includes extended health, dental, life, disability and critical illness insurance plans.

SAVE MONEY…WITH EXCLUSIVE INSURANCE INCENTIVES.

The TLA knows its members are strong. But it also knows that with the right partner its 500+ member companies could be more resilient with the right insurance and risk management solutions in place.

HAVE A VOICE…WITH GOVERNMENT AND OTHER KEY STAKEHOLDERS.

The TLA advocates on our members’ behalf so that our collective voice informs policy makers of key issues that affect our membership. Membership provides you with the opportunity to stay informed about forestry issues, by making valuable business contacts, and by being a part of influencing government and public policy issues, which help to protect and enhance the sustainability of the forest industry in BC.

BUILD…YOUR NETWORKS AND BUSINESS.

TLA provides a forum for members to meet and build business relationships with other contractors, business owners, forestry association and policy makers and politicians. Networking opportunities are provided in the coastal region for members through face-to-face member meetings, events, golf tournaments and the annual TLA Convention and Trade Show held in January of each year.

COMPETE…WITH BETTER KNOWLEDGE, SUPPORT AND INDUSTRY INFORMATION.

TLA members receive industry support and draw on the experience and knowledge of our directors, staff and other members when dealing with issues such as:

  • Industry and government legislation
  • Contract negotiations
  • Land use regulations, policies, etc.

BE INFORMED…WITH UP-TO-DATE NEWS AND INFORMATION.

TLA members receive timely information and updates on TLA activities, government policy changes, and other industry related information via: – TLA website where information on training, workplace safety, up-to-date information on changes in government policy, and new innovations in the forest industry are made available.

  • Members only website portal for access to Board information, research and TLA reports
  • Truck Logger BC Magazine (quarterly)
  • Monthly members’ only exclusive newsletters and announcements

MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES AND FEES.

INDUSTRIAL MEMBERSHIP

The TLA was formed by Industrial Members to represent the interests of Industrial Members and we continue to strive to meet that objective. The TLA Industrial Members come from all facets of the industry: logging contractors, manufacturers, forest agreement/license holders, brokers and phase contractors are a few examples of what is considered an industrial member. As a general rule of thumb, if you are in the business of harvesting, manufacturing, movement of logs, and/or sale of wood products you qualify as an Industrial Member. TLA Industrial Members are eligible to run for election to the TLA Board of Directors and hold voting rights at annual general meetings in terms of policy or by-law changes.

ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP

The TLA also welcomes membership from associate companies and organizations. Associate companies are any person, firm or organization who is engaged in work or services allied or associated in any way with the forest industry: equipment companies, insurance brokers, and investment companies are just some examples of our Associate Members. The TLA Associate Members have full access to the TLA membership benefits and Affinity programs; however Associate Members do not hold voting rights at annual general meetings in terms of policy or by-law changes or elections. In order to ensure our Associate Members have a voice, some Associate Members are invited to participate as non-voting Associate Board Directors.

MEMBERSHIP FEE SCHEDULE (2024)
Membership Type Number of Employees Dues Amount GST 5% Total Payable
Community Any Number $385 $19.25 $404.25
Associate Any Number $542.20 $27.11 $569.31
Industrial 1 to 4 $542.20 27.11 $569.31
Industrial 5 to 10 $1,029.08 $51.45 $1,080.53
Industrial 11 to 20 $1,593.41 $79.67 $1,673.08
Industrial 21 to 40 $2.157.74 $107.89 $2,265.63
Industrial 41 to 55 $2,730.93 $136.55 $2,867.48
Industrial More than 55 $3,294.16 $164.71 $3,458.87

*For the purposes of the fee schedule, the TLA defines numbers of employees as the average number of persons employed by the member company throughout the year. This includes subcontractors who are not members of the TLA.

Associate Membership Application
Community Membership Application
Industrial Membership Application

MEMBERSHIP HANDBOOK

Our Membership Handbook  ensures our valued members are aware of all the benefits they can receive through their TLA membership. If you are considering joining the TLA and require more information, you can find most of your answers here.

Our membership only area provides access to the following membership perks;

  • Member Directory – Browse the TLA membership directory.
  • E-Newsletters – Read back issues of The Grapple Yarder, Hot Sheets and Forest Watch
  • Annual Report Archive – Read this year’s annual report and past reports.
  • Profile Update – Update your profile in our database.
  • Member Password Set-up – Change your TLA password.
  • Equipment Rates – The latest equipment rates provided by TimberTracks.
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BENEFITS PROGRAMS.

The TLA understands that the nature and size of our members’ businesses can often make it difficult to secure effective benefit and insurance programs for their employees and their families. The TLA is proud of the savings it is able to bring to its members through the following programs:

EXTENDED HEALTH AND DENTAL

The TLA offers a comprehensive group benefits plan through ICBA offering a competitive benefits package custom-tailored to meet the needs of individual member companies and their employees. Coverage includes extended health, dental, life, disability, critical illness insurance plans and employee and family assistance plan (EFAP).

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HEAVY EQUIPMENT & LIABILITY INSURANCE

Overcoming the relentless challenges of the rapidly changing B.C. forestry industry is no mean feat. Small- and medium-sized business owners, in particular, have been extremely resilient. But to keep hanging tough in a tough business means you’ve got be smart about risk.That’s why the TLA partnered with WM Beck.

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PAYMENT PROCESSING

Save money on payment processing, with technology and software solutions for your business to run smoothly, efficiently and affordably.

The TLA understands the costs of running a business and that’s why the TLA has partnered with Global Payments to offer this benefit to members.

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AFFINITY PROGRAMS.

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BE PREPARED FOR THE UNEXPECTED.

Whether it’s a sudden loss of life or the result of a serious injury or illness, the death of a loved one can be an emotionally devastating time for your family.  The greatest gift you can give them is peace of mind.

To do so, many important decisions with financial implications must be made sooner, rather than later. Here are practical tips to assist you through the important steps to take before it is too late.

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