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Teachers reaching retirement are encouraged to explore the links and resources listed below.

STA Retirement Handbook

Link Coming Soon

The BCTF Pensions and Retirements webpage

https://www.bctf.ca/topics/services-information/pensions-and-retirement

This page includes up to date BCTF contact information should you have any questions regarding your retirement or pension.

The BC Retired Teachers’ Association (BCRTA)

https://bcrta.ca/

The BCRTA is offering the Making Sense of Pensions & Benefits webinar for teachers across the province to help them plan for a successful transition to retirement. Click here for dates and registration.

The BC Teachers’ Pension Plan

https://tpp.pensionsbc.ca/

The Teachers’ Pension Plan website is a wealth of information including estimates about your pension, learning materials, and information on how your pension is managed.

Retiring checklist:

• Give notice to the Saanich School District in September or January to announce your January or June retirement, respectfully.
• Contact Saanich School District HR to find out when your current health benefits end to ensure you have continuous coverage until the benefits associated with the Teachers’ Pension Plan begin.
• Consider converting your current group life insurance to an individual life insurance policy.
• Join the BC Retired Teachers’ Association. Contact the BCRTA re: starting/continuing Medoc travel health insurance.
• Contact the Teacher Regulation Branch of the Ministry of Education to see your options regarding maintaining your BC Teacher’s certificate if you intend to teach after retirement.
• At age 60, if you are not working, consider applying for your Canada Pension Plan pension. For an application kit, visit the CPP website.
• At age 65, apply for Old Age Security (OAS). For an application kit, visit the OAS website.

• Extended health care coverage

Learn about the extended health care coverage available to you, your spouse and/or eligible dependant(s).

Extended health care is a supplemental plan that pays for a portion of medical services and products not covered by the Medical Services Plan of BC and other provincial health plans. These services and products include prescription drugs, vision care, hearing aids, medical aids and supplies, and the cost of some professional services such as physiotherapy.

See the Green Shield Canada My Benefit Plan booklet for details about eligible expenses, maximum reimbursements, deductibles and prescription drug coverage.

If you decide to enrol in the extended health care plan, you will pay a monthly premium that will be deducted from your monthly pension payment. You must remain a member of the plan for a minimum of 12 months. After 12 months, you may cancel your coverage. If you cancel, you cannot re-enrol in the plan unless you've had continuous coverage in a different plan.

Coverage can change at any time, and your premiums and deductibles could increase, decrease or be eliminated.

Retirement health coverage

• Retirement health coverage and you
• Dental plans

Medical Services Plan of BC

• Retirement health coverage premiums
• Apply for or cancel coverage
• Make a claim
• Contact information for retirement health coverage
• Back to Retirement health coverage

External links for health coverage for retired members

Green Shield Canada

Read the Green Shield Canada My Benefit Plan booklet

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Enjoy Your Trip With BC's Top Choice

Travel insurance, comprehensive coverage & flexible plans, travel emergency medical insurance.

Up to $10,000,000 in coverage for unexpected medical expenses including 24/7 virtual care options, for travel outside of BC

Visitors to Canada Travel Emergency Medical Insurance

Coverage for visitors to Canada, returning Canadians and new immigrants

Trip Protection Coverage

Coverage for trip cancellation, trip interruption, airline delays and baggage loss, damage or delay

Why Choose BCAA Travel Insurance?

We understand the unique needs of BC travellers heading out of province on short vacations, multiple trips throughout the year or those visiting Canada.

Valuable Ways to Save

Get FREE coverage for your Kids, plus BCAA Members save 10%*. You'll also save up to an additional 10% with our loyalty discount.

BC’s Most Trusted Insurance Brand

British Columbians consistently rank BCAA as BC’s Most Trusted Insurance Brand**.

Saving the Day

Our emergency claims team is always ready to help 24 hours a day, 365 days a year anywhere in the world.

Trusted Experts

Our expert advisors will help you choose the right coverage for you, with options for pre-existing conditions, trip cancellation, lost baggage and more.

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Helpful info on BCAA Travel Insurance and COVID-19

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BC’s Top Choice for Travel Insurance based on a third party market share study of responses from approximately 1,500 British Columbians per month; BCAA is consistently selected by the highest proportion of British Columbians for where they purchased their travel insurance.

The availability of virtual care depends on your geographic location, medical emergency and remains subject to the discretion of BCAA Claims Assistance. Travel Insurance is sold through B.C.A.A. Holdings Ltd. dba BCAA Insurance Agency, a licensed insurance agent and is underwritten by BCAA Insurance Corporation. Insurance claims are administered by Orion Travel Insurance, a division of Echelon Insurance, and its subcontractors, Active Care Management (2018) Inc. and Global Excel Management Inc. and all policy terms, conditions, exclusions and limitations can be found in the policy wording at bcaa.com/wordings. The availability of virtual care depends on your geographic location, medical emergency and remains subject to the discretion of BCAA Claims Assistance. * BCAA Member savings on insurance products are only available with Basic, Plus, or Premier Membership plans. For full details, please visit bcaa.com/plans . Applicable to Travel Emergency Medical Insurance policies. Dependent children are free on family policy with two paying adults. Adults must be age 59 or younger. Policy terms and conditions apply. **BCAA, in association with CAA, was chosen as the #1 Most Trusted Insurance Brand by British Columbia participants in the 2023 Gustavson Brand Trust Index.

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Affordable travel starts with flexible protection from unexpected travel costs like medical emergencies, trip cancellation fees, baggage issues and more.

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Why British Columbians choose our Travel Insurance

Free for kids.

Only Pacific Blue Cross covers kids of all families for free when you buy Emergency Medical coverage.

Pre-Existing Coverage

Only Pacific Blue Cross offers $10 Million in travel insurance with just 7 days stability of your pre-existing conditions.

COVID-19 Coverage

Pacific Blue Cross Emergency Medical Insurance includes coverage for COVID-19 when you’re fully vaccinated.

You Save as a Member

Members always save an extra 10% and our family plans cover your children for free.

Always on Call

Our emergency assistance team doesn't take a day off.  They're available 24/7 should an emergency occur while you are travelling.

Recognized around the world

One of the most recognized symbols of health care in the world.  So you’ll be covered from Toronto to Thailand.

First Payer

If your employer provides you with benefits from Pacific Blue Cross, our plans protect your lifetime maximum.

A Proud Partner

We are the travel insurance partner of Make-A-Wish, helping make dream trips come true.

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Emergency Medical

Comprehensive, flexible emergency medical care coverage for British Columbians while travelling outside of BC.

Why do I need this?

Trip Protection

Peace of mind coverage for trip cancellation, trip interruption, airline delays and baggage loss, damage or delay.

Visitors to Canada

Emergency health coverage for tourists, workers, new immigrants and students visiting BC.

— Pacific Blue Cross — Travel Health Check

Select the destination(s) you’ll be travelling to below

Frequently Asked Questions about Travel Advisories and Vaccinations

Travel Insurance and COVID-19

Travelling is a little different right now, so we’ve put together some helpful information to help you enjoy healthy travels.

Why Do I Need Travel Insurance

Know before you go — testing, entry, borders, covid-19 coverage how it works, more questions our travel faq, a few frequently asked questions about travel insurance.

You should be aware that your provincial coverage may not pay for all health care costs you may incur while outside of the province, and the difference can be substantial. For example, B.C. pays $75 (CAD) a day for emergency in-patient hospital care, while the average cost in the U.S. often exceeds $1000 (US) a day, and can be as high as $10,000 (US) a day in intensive care. For this reason, you are strongly advised to purchase additional health insurance from a private insurer before you leave the province, whether you are going to another part of Canada or outside the country. You are advised to purchase additional coverage even if you plan to be away for only a day.

When you purchase Travel Medical insurance for one or two parents, each dependent child 21 years of age or younger who is subsequently added to your travel policy will receive free emergency medical coverage for up to $10,000,000.

An Annual plan provides the best value if you're taking two or more trips per year.

For example, at the 0-34 age group: Two 15-day Single trip plans: $86 One 15-day Annual plan: $52 Total savings with an Annual plan: $34

Plus, with an Annual plan, all of your trips under 15 days are covered within the year-- for even more savings.

Yes - Regardless of any existing conditions, we always advise members to still purchase coverage, as it will protect against all other accidents not related to that condition.

Travel insurance policies are designed to provide protection against unexpected emergency medical expenses, trip cancellation or interruption.

Depending on your age and the condition pre-existing medical conditions are covered if they are stable for a certain time period (as specified in your policy) before your policy's effective date.

It is important you review and understand any clauses or definitions in your chosen policy. Each travel insurance policy will uniquely define a pre-existing condition and there are many variations in wording. For example, policies may not cover conditions arising prior to the trip departure date:

• that are unstable
• where symptoms of an illness appeared
• that have been diagnosed or treated
• where medications have been changed

Travel policies will also specify a time frame, based on your age that relates to the evaluation of your pre-existing conditions. This time frame could be as short as 3 months but could be 1 year, 5 years or longer.

Some policies may provide coverage for your pre-existing conditions if you complete a more detailed medical questionnaire.

When purchasing our travel policy, we will evaluate pre-existing conditions for people 60 years and younger based on their health within the previous 3 months prior to the day their coverage begins. For people age 61 and over, we evaluate based on their health within 6 months prior.

It depends on the illness, its seriousness and its stability. Some illnesses are easily covered. Others require a three or six month stability period, depending on your age. Blue Cross offers the possibility of covering your illness with a medical questionnaire (available for persons aged 61 and over) filled out by your treating physician; Blue Cross’ medical team will then evaluate your condition. If authorized, you can travel worry-free: your chronic illness will also be covered.

When travelling internationally, you may be at risk for a number of diseases which are common in other parts of the world. You can learn more about Travel Vaccines on our Vaccination page .

Looking for other types of coverage?

Personal health insurance.

Our Personal Health Insurance plans providers coverage for people who are not covered by an employer group plan

Critical Illness Insurance

Our Critical Illness Insurance can help manage your ongoing financial obligations in the unfortunate scenario of recovering from a serious disease

Life Insurance

Ensure the financial health of your loved ones from one of the most respected Life Insurance brands in Canada

Plan Details

All of our plans include:

• Up to $10 million of emergency medical care
• 24/7 access to a team of professionals to contact you with local resources
• Direct Pay — We will pay any providers directly.
• Coverage for pre-existing conditions — As long as your pre-existing condition meets a minimum stability period, you can receive full protection.

Plan Highlights

• Emergency medical expenses
• Ambulance and taxi fees
• Repatriation costs
• Transportation to visit the covered person
• Medical Follow-up in Canada
• Subsistence allowance

Add-on Options

You can add the following individual benefits to your plan or choose a package and save:

• Trip Cancellation or Interruption
• Emergency Return
• Air-Flight Accicent
• Baggage loss, delay or damage
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment

Call us if an emergency strikes

If you do experience an unexpected emergency while travelling, we are here to help.

During your trip, you can call our   Medi-Assist   service to determine your level of coverage and receive help:

• In Canada or the U.S., call toll-free:   1-888-699-9333
• Outside of Canada or the U.S. or where toll-free is unavailable, please call collect to   1-604-419-4487   and we will pay for the call.

Claims Process

Out-of-Province Emergency Medical Claims  — Four simple steps

Trip Cancellation / Baggage Claim Form — Form for claiming Trip Cancellations or Lost Baggage [pdf]

Visitors to Canada Travel Plan Claim Form — Form for claiming against a Visitors to Canada Travel Plan contract [pdf]

Pacific Blue Cross Travel Medical Insurance provides $10,000,000 in coverage for costs related to emergency medical care resulting from an accident or sudden illness while travelling outside British Columbia. An Annual plan provides the best value for snowbirds, frequent travellers and cross-border hoppers who make multiple trips outside BC each year. Plan coverage includes:

In addition to paying for you to return to your province or residence to receive immediate medical attention*, we will arrange to have your vehicle returned, your pet returned and your baggage returned. Should an insured person pass away, we cover the cost of repatriating the deceased.

*Requires the authorization of the attending physician and CanAssistance.

Trip Protection Options

You can add the following individual benefits to your plan, buy them separately, or choose a package and save:

Pacific Blue Cross Visitors to Canada Insurance provides coverage for costs related to emergency medical care resulting from an accident or sudden illness while visiting British Columbia. Plan coverage includes:

Hospitalization, Medical and Paramedical Expenses

Transportation expenses.

The following services must be approved and planned by Medi-Assist.

We’ve got you covered, even when travel advisories change

Pacific Blue Cross Travel Medical plans contain $10M in COVID-19 coverage for fully vaccinated travellers, no matter the travel advisory. So rest assured, your plan will continue to provide the protection you need in emergency medical situations, even if and when Canadian government advisories change. If you aren’t fully vaccinated, you can learn more about how changing travel advisories may impact your coverage in our Frequently Asked Questions .

Speak to someone to learn more about one of our TRAVEL insurance products

Contact us about your existing Pacific Blue Cross coverage or products

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• Member Discounts (BCTF Advantage)

Advantage Program

If you represent a company or supplier who would like to join the BCTF Advantage Program, please contact us at [email protected]  and we will be pleased to discuss your proposal.

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Financial services, marketplace, real estate, health & fitness, belairdirect, take advantage of your group privileges for home insurance.

Our partnership with belairdirect includes a special offer for you on your home, condo and tenant insurance. This includes enhanced coverage for no additional cost and a discount!

• The following persons are eligible to participate provided they reside in British Columbia: Active Teachers (BCTFA), Federation Staff (BCTFS), Teachers on Call (BCTFOC), Retired Teachers (BCTFR), Local Office Staff (BCTFL) (the “Members”);
• Family residing with the Members, including children attending an educational institution on a full-time basis

Call belairdirect at 1.844.357.1969 and mention you’re a BCTF member to get an exclusive offer. It’s that simple!

iA Financial Group

Bctf personalized group insurance program provided by ia financial group.

Ensure your family is protected with a comprehensive suite of insurance products offered under the BCTF Group Insurance Program.

Advantage members have access to exclusive group rates and products that have been designed specifically with the needs of BCTF members in mind.

Your insurance program includes:

• Term Life Insurance
• Dependent Children Term Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Dependent Children Critical Illness Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Insurance doesn't have to be expensive, click here to get a quote or learn more about the unique features of the products offered.

Johnson Insurance

Johnson Insurance is a sister company of our current home insurance partner, belairdirect.

Johnson offers members of BCTF access to MEDOC travel insurance and Trip Cancellation insurance providing savings, extensive coverage, fantastic customer service, best friend advice and so much more.

To take advantage of this offer, simply visit johnson.ca/medoc and enter BCTF as your group or call 1.855.862.7363 and mention you are a member.

ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN 1 OF 12 $1,000 GROCERY CARDS*

Scan to enter or visit pages.johnson.ca/GroceryContest2023

*Johnson Insurance is a tradename of Johnson Inc. (“JI”), a licensed insurance intermediary, and operates as Johnson Insurance Services in British Columbia and Johnson Inc. in Manitoba. †No purchase necessary. Contest period is from 12:01 a.m. EDT on April 1, 2023 to September 30, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. EDT. Twelve grocery gift cards prizes of $1,000 CAD each available to be won and awarded to the winners by courier. Contest open to legal residents of Canada (excluding Nunavut) who at the time of entry: (1) have reached age of majority in their jurisdiction of residence and, (2) at the time of entry into the Contest a member of a recognized group of the Sponsor; and (iii) have entered the Contest in accordance with these Official Rules. Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received. Skill-testing question required. Limit one entry/one prize per person. For full contest rules visit: https://pages.johnson.ca/GroceryContest2023-rules

Community Savings Credit Union

CSCU Joins the BCTF Advantage Program

As the Union’s credit union, we are excited to be partnering with the BCTF to offer an exclusive personal banking package for BCTF Members.

Community Savings Members have access to 24/7 online banking, free mobile banking app, Ding Free access to over 4,000 ATMs across Canada and many more financial services and benefits. Join a values based credit union that is supportive and committed to the working community.

BCTF Personal Banking Package

• Free Premium Chequing (Saves BCTF Members $180 each year).
• $100 Cash Bonus for opening a new account.*
• $2,500 Line of Credit with 2 months interest free (annually) to help offset the summer break.*
• $50 RESP Credit to help grow educational savings plans.*

BCTF Complimentary Financial Review Provided by IG Private Wealth Management

Enhance your financial well-being with a complimentary financial review, exclusively available to BCTF Advantage Members.

Take advantage of expert guidance tailored specifically to the needs of BCTF members in:

• Retirement planning
• Estate planning
• Tax planning
• Investment planning
• Education planning for your children

Gain valuable insights and strategies to secure your financial future. To learn more or to schedule your complimentary consultation, call us at 604-851-1040 or email [email protected] . Don't forget to mention your BCTF affiliation!

EMC Mortgages

• EMC has helped 1000’s of BCTF members for over 27 years
• Access to 45 lenders with many mortgage options, an easy process, and volume discounts on mortgage interest rates
• Highly experienced mortgage professionals provide mortgage education and information essential in making the best financial decisions
• Purchases, refinances, renewals, pre-approvals, and transfers
• Equity take-outs, Debt consolidation, Lines of credit
• Based in British Columbia since 1994

Click here to see our latest special and to connect with an EMC Mortgage expert.

BCTF Member Travel Discounts

The BCTF is proud to partner with Local Hospitality to provide our very own member travel discount program, provided for the exclusive access of our members and their families. Why? Because our teachers deserve it.

Search for discounts on hotels, car rentals and U.S. entertainment. Our savings are as much as 50%, and average 10-20% below market rates.

Book a hotel, car rental or entertainment package before September 30, 2024, and you could win back your purchase! Winners will receive a full refund on their travel booking from Local Hospitality.

Click here to search to save on your next trip .

Accent Inns and Hotel Zed

Reservations can also be made by calling our Central Reservations at 1-800-663-0298 for Accent Inns and at 1-800-997-6797 for Hotel Zed by mentioning BCTF  or for Online reservations, please visit our official websites:  www.accentinns.com or www.hotelzed.com and type in Promo Code:  BCTF  

All Accent Inns & Hotel Zed feature the following facilities and amenities:

• On-site restaurants
• Free , fast & reliable in-room Wi-Fi & local phone calls
• Free on-site parking
• Free facilities such as bike rental, fitness room hot tubs, swimming pool, etc. (Please note that facilities and amenities vary by location  and may have been discontinued due to health & safety concern.)
• All hotels, except Hotel Zed Tofino have rooms and suites with kitchenette which would be perfect for families and long stay  

Accent Inns and Hotel Zed rates flyers .

Last but not least, we treat health and safety as our top priority, we are considered as BC’s safest accommodation with our unique exterior corridor access & stairways, availability of curbside and contactless mobile check-in, independent air-conditioning & heating unit for each guest room, extensive cleaning using hospital-grade sanitizer, etc. 

Avis and Budget Car Rentals

Avis and Budget are preferred suppliers for the BC Teachers' Federation. They are pleased to extend to you their best available discounted rates for Leisure rentals—up to 25% off. More information is available here .

BenefacTours

BenefacTours is a Canadian company striving to show you the real Africa as we have experienced it ourselves.

We can arrange volunteer placements, private wildlife safaris, primate tracking, home stays, sporting activities, and beach holidays in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda.

Receive 10% discount on volunteer packages and 5% off safaris. Choose a pre-packaged tour or custom design your own African vacation. Experience your dream adventure.

Contact BenefacTours

Web: www.benefactours.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 604-685-0555 or 1-877-687-0555

Bestway Tours & Safaris

Bestway Tours & Safaris is a BC owned tour operator.

For over 35 years we have specialised in putting together artistically designed cultural and special interest travel to Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, the Middle East and South America.

BCTF and BCRTA members will receive a special 5% discount off the land cost (excluding any air fares where applicable) on all our tours with the exception of Privately Hosted Journeys. To qualify for this discount reservations have to be made directly with Bestway Tours & Safaris at least six months from the date of travel. This offer cannot be combined with our other offers.

Bestway Tours & Safaris also specialises in putting together customised tours.

For details view: www.bestway.com and www.worldheritagetours.com , call 604-264-7378/1-800-663-0844, or email us at [email protected] .

Kootenay Park Lodge

Kootenay Park Lodge is located in the centre of Kootenay National Park, along Highway 93 South, at Vermilion Crossing. Banff, Lake Louise and Radium Hot Springs are all an easy 45 minute drive from the Lodge. Several world class hiking trails and great fishing spots are close by. If you are looking for a vacation where you can step back to a time and location without cell phone service or television/cable reception, but with beautiful scenery and loads of wildlife, this is the destination for you. Please note that wifi is available for guests.

Kootenay Park Lodge has 9 rustic log heritage cabins. Special features include kitchenettes in most cabins, family friendly cabins with two separate bedrooms, and their most popular cabin with one queen bed and a wood burning fireplace. Two newly built suites offer granite counters in the kitchenette and bathroom, hardwood floors and a soaker tub. All cabins offer fabulous views of the Rocky Mountains and continental breakfast in the historic lodge building built in 1923 by the Canadian Pacific Railway. The lodge also offers lunch and dinner to visitors and guests from 12-8 daily during July and August. In addition, there is a general store on site with information about the history of the area, plants and wildlife.

For more information about the lodge, please visit their website at kootenayparklodge.com .

All visits must be booked through their website. In the notes members can inform the lodge that they would like the teachers’ discount. It will be applied upon booking. Upon arrival at the lodge please provide proof of employment with a school board.

Park N'Fly

ACCESS EXCLUSIVE, LOWER THAN WEB RATES WITH PARK'N FLY

BCTF Discount #1120231

Changes are Coming to the Park’N Fly Rewards Program

Current Park’N Fly Reward members recently received news of an important update to the Park'N Fly Rewards program. Effective December 31, 2023, the existing program and the ability to earn points in the current program will be discontinued. Active Park’N Fly Rewards members that have earned points in 2023 or accounts with a points balance as of December 31, 2023, will be carried over and those points will be available to be redeemed for free parking days in 2024. The new Park’N Fly Rewards program is scheduled to launch in January 2024. Please visit www.parknfly.ca/rewards for updates.

Association Rates The following rates and discounts are applicable in Canada at the participating locations listed below and are for use by your organization. These rates are effective June 1, 2023 and are subject to change with 30 days written notice. These rates do not include taxes or any other optional extras. Rates are based on a 24-hour clock and commence from check-in. One day equals 24 hours. No in/out privileges exist. Rates are based on a minimum one-day charge.

How to Use: You must now book in advance in order to receive the discounted rate. You can no longer add it upon check out or make a walk-up reservation. Can be used for both leisure and business travel.

Benefits Include:

• Receive Corporate Discount Rates automatically every time you park– just swipe and save!
• Earn Aeroplan miles on every stay
• Earn loyalty points which goes towards FREE PARKING
• Quick, computerized “Express Check Out” stations
• With the Valet service, your car can be ready for you when you land

Park’N Fly Vancouver

• Park’N Fly is located just minutes from Vancouver International Airport.
• Premium “Stress Free” Valet service in our well lit, fenced-in, and electronically monitored facility.
• Fast & efficient shuttle service, 24 hours a day
• Friendly and professional staff
• Luggage assistance
• Complimentary freshly brewed coffee and tea, local telephone calls, newspapers and seating area
• Time Saving Vehicle Maintenance Services available while you are away (ie. Car Wash, Oil Change)

Whistler 48-Hour Club

Rates starting at $109* a night on any available condo at Whistler resort properties

• Exclusive terms and conditions available year-round to BCTF members only.
• Rent any condo in last-minute inventory (subject to availability), within 48-hours prior to arrival .
• Condo sizes range from studios to 3-bedrooms.
• To book, visit www.whiskijackresorts.com/48-hour-club/  (Note: we no longer accept bookings by phone.)
• Minimum 2 nights, maximum 3 nights.
• Prepaid, non-refundable.

* Based on a 2-night minimum stay in a studio (limited availability). Daily resort fee and private hot tub clean fee are extra.

48-Hour Club Rules:

• can only be booked 48 hours or less in advance
• the guest that makes the booking needs to be the one checking in
• full payment needs to be taken at time of booking

AG Hair has been manufacturing products for the professional hair care industry since 1989. In March 2020, we launched AG Body Care, a collection of personal care products that are designed to be universal, clean solutions for every body.

We believe in girls and are proud to partner with One Girl Can, a charity that provides educational opportunities to girls in Africa through building schools, offering high school and university scholarships and providing mentorship programs. For us, giving back provides real purpose and connection.

BCTF Advantage members receive 25% off all AG products AND a free hand sanitizer gel by visiting aghair.com and using the code PPTEACHERS at checkout.

Artisan Garden Group

For the 2024 Season, all BCTF members will receive a 10% discount on the cartage fee for all landscape material deliveries ( call 778.TOP.SOIL ) as well as a 15% discount on the purchase of all new 2024 nursery stock.  Please quote ' Thank-You Teachers ' when placing your order.

For additional details on the various products and services that our family business specializes in, please select the link below: 

Artisan Garden Group Product Catalogue

Baaad Anna's

Banana backpacks.

BCTF Advantage members receive 15% off all gear at bananabackpacks.com by using the code BCTF2018 at checkout.

Bell Mobility

Through BCTF’s Advantage program, you can save with Bell’s exclusive offers on phones and plans on Canada’s best national network. Get a great deal on a 60GB mobile plan starting from $45/month when you bring your own phone (New Activations only. Not eligible for existing Bell Mobility subscribers). Get 100GB CAN/US/MEX calling for $55.00/month on an Ultimate plan when you activate on a 2-Year Bell SmartPay plan (New Activations and Hardware Upgrades only. Price includes $40/mo. bill credit). To redeem these exclusive offers, and learn more about Bell Exclusive Partner Program for BCTF members, visit bell.ca/epp and register as a new user or call 1 833 964-4479. Offers available until June 3, 2024.

Black Bond Books

Café ético

Contact café ético at http://www.etico.ca/ or (604) 708-8782 for more details.

Crystal Vision & Better Hearing

Eyewear and hearing program just for BCTF members  

Crystal Vision & Better Hearing is a family owned and operated optical and hearing company with 4 stores located in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Maple Ridge and White Rock. We bring the combined convenience of comprehensive optical and hearing care to one family-friendly location.

When you visit our stores, you are treated like family. A fresh cup of coffee and the best service around. Our staff provide the highest standard of quality and individual attention in a relaxing environment.

We are very excited to offer an eyewear and hearing program for BCTF members. Our program is for all BCTF Executive Officers, Management, Employees and Current Members including all family members who reside with you in your household.  

Visit us today at: https://www.cvoh.ca/eyewear-hearing-program-for-teachers/

Dell Canada

Dell Member Purchase Program Benefits:

• Extra 5% discount off the lowest advertised price
• Access to exclusive sales, events & offers
• Dedicated account team to help place orders and escalate support requests if needed
• Huge selection of PCs and electronics and accessories
• Fast and easy financing options (OAC)
• Free shipping on all orders

Summer Sale Event starts May 20, 2022.

Superior Tech. Savvy Prices. 

Upgrade to our very latest.

Don’t forget to request your exclusive MPP coupon for an extra discount. Request your Member Purchase Program coupon at www.dell.ca/mpp/bctf then shop online using the link in your email.

Please note that MPP coupons are not stackable on doorbuster sales.

Endless Savings & More (ESM)

Discounts on your smart phone for bctf members.

Download the BCTF version of the ESM App to save on everyday purchases from hundreds of businesses including national chain retailers, service and travel providers.

To get the ESM App, go to your app store (Google or Apple). When you first download the ESM App, you will be asked for the “organization code” for BCTF. It’s: bctf

For complete details and to get the ESM App, view the BCTF Welcome Letter .

Fountain Tire

Fountain Tire will provide BCTF members with a 10% discount on tire products and 5% discount on mechanical service. The discount does not apply on sale prices. However, from time to time, Goodyear mail-in rebates will be available on a number of products which will provide a further discount. Check with your local Fountain Tire store.

Fresh Prep , a local Vancouver meal kit company, is now offering a special promo to BCTF to try out your first week! Fresh Prep helps busy teachers like you create world-class dinners in minutes with prepared recipe ingredients delivered weekly to your door. No grocery shopping. Zero prep required.

Sign up through www.freshprep.ca/fpbctf or enter promo code FPBCTF when signing up on Fresh Prep which will entitle new Fresh Prep customers to 3 free meals ( worth $33) off their first week's worth of meals. Entry level meals consists of 4 meals at $11 per meal so with the offer, BCTF members can receive their first week's worth of Fresh Prep for as little as $11. There's also no minimum commitment so people are free to pause / cancel their accounts after the first week if they don't like the service.

Grand and Toy

We are pleased to offer the BCTF members and families deep discounts for your personal purchases on all lines of business from Office Products, Technology, Facilities PPE, Furniture, and Print. Our intuitive E-Commerce platform is state of the art and available in both French and English. We have National Distribution Centers strategically located across Canada offering free 24-48 hour delivery to your school or residence on all orders over $50.

Providing you with the products, services and solutions you need to be more productive and successful. Please create your account here: BCTF Self-Register Link

ICC Insurance Claims Collaborative Inc

BCTF Advantage has partnered with ICC, Canada's leading provider of insurance industry flooring replacement to create the BCTF Advantage Flooring Program. Search for exclusive flooring discounts from some of Canada's best known manufacturers. We are proud to offer this exclusive flooring program to BCTF members, their families, and friends.

Preferred Pricing includes:

• Approximately 25% lower than market pricing on flooring materials and installation services only available through the BCTF Advantage Flooring Program
• Flooring types include; Carpet, Underpad, Ceramic, Hardwood, Laminate, Cork, Parquet, and Vinyl flooring
• Access to view hundreds of available products and styles online from Mills and suppliers who are part of the ICC and BCTF Advantage Flooring Program
• Ability to locate a retailer closest to your home and to create a voucher to ensure favourable pricing

Please note, you must present your voucher to the participating flooring retailer in order to access this program. All quotes provided will already include the discounted pricing. Please click on the following link to access this exclusive offer: http://www.icc.ca/advantage/

New offers are added from time to time, and you will always receive all of the IRIS benefits, like our No-Matter-What guarantee and AirMiles on every purchase.

Registration requires only a few minutes, and personalized offers are emailed out immediately.

Print and present at the IRIS location when making purchases. Advantage Program benefits are in addition to and can be combined with your extended health benefit as well as extended benefits available to your spouse if they have their own plan. In most cases IRIS can direct bill the insurance provider at the time of purchase. You must register yourself and family members residing in your household in order to receive their individual eyecare benefits . Benefits can be used throughout the year as required, and may be used multiple times in the same year.

Register now . When registering, choose “BCTF” as the organization.

Find an IRIS location .

Kelowna Rockets

Kelowna rockets regular season single game tickets.

$16.00 – Includes Taxes – All Ages <> 2 and under Excluded Must be ordered 24 Hours Prior to the Selected Game(s) Offer extends to SD23 Employees, Students and Student Families and Friends. The SD23 Employee Must Order the Tickets

We accept Mastercard & Visa NO CASH COD’S

To receive discount, please contact:

Anne-Marie Hamilton [email protected] or 250-979-0853 Please identify yourself as part of the SD23 Package.

NOT VALID WITH ANY OTHER OFFER OR DISCOUNT

Lordco Auto Parts

LORDCO Auto Parts is pleased to join the BCTF Advantage program and offer a 30% discount to BCTF members.

In order to receive the appropriate discounts, please quote account number #100556 to the counter staff when placing your order. If you do not have the account number, it can be searched under the name BC Teachers Federation.

You now have access to the largest selection of auto parts, high performance accessories, RV supplies, industrial supplies and safety products in Western Canada. LORDCO carries over 300 000 different items in stock - all the time! We offer a full line of auto body supplies, tools, and equipment.

LORDCO has over 99 locations across BC and we look forward to this partnership.

Please visit Lordco.com for the address of a location near you!

Maple Leaf Self Storage

• BCTF advantage members will get your 2nd month rent-FREE plus $50 worth of packing supplies. See in-store for details.
• Please contact PJ Juneja at 604-375-2771 or [email protected] for more info.

RAPS Animal Hospital

Animals make our lives, families, neighbourhoods and communities healthier, happier and safer. So do educators.

We are honoured to offer ALL classroom teachers, other educators, educational administrators and support staff a VIP card, which gives 25% OFF services at the RAPS Animal Hospital - this means 25% OFF our already highly competitive fees. There is no catch, there are no sign-up fees. Simply register at www.rapsanimalhospital.com/vip-members .

Your furry family members receive first-rate veterinary care - and revenue from the hospital is reinvested to save and improve the lives of abandoned, surrendered, abused, neglected and homeless animals in our community.

We thank you for your commitment to our community and we look forward to caring for your companion animals.

Raspberry Kids

Rogers Wireless – available via Fraser Valley Wireless

Fraser Valley Wireless, a Rogers Wireless™ authorized dealer, is pleased to be part of the BCTF Advantage program. We have over 20 locations throughout BC to serve you.

As a member of the BC Teachers' Federation you have access to the Rogers BC Public Sector Corporate Plan. Fraser Valley Wireless is a dedicated Business/Corporate Dealership that provides a dedicated Sales contact for all your inquiries. 

For further details and all general inquiries, please contact your representative, Alaina Larson, at 604-370-6777 or 1-888-238-7103 / [email protected] .

Rogers Wireless - Kinetic Wireless

Special offer :

Rogers Wireless Preferred Employee Program for BCTF Employees and Members

RPP Plan details: Monthly payment: $55/m (with auto payment discount) 100GB Shared High Speed Data, unlimited data at reduced speeds thereafter. 5G access (needs 5G device & coverage) Unlimited Canada- US Wide Calling, Unlimited Canada-Wide Text, Picture & Video Messages Call & Name Display Voicemail 2500 Call Frwd Mins Conference Calling Call Waiting. No SIM card fee and waive $60 setup service fee for new customers

City or location: Lower Mainland

Offer expiry date: December 31, 2023

For more offers, visit: https://rogers.kineticwireless.com Email: [email protected] Phone: 604-499-7777 Toll Free: 1-844-ROGERS4 (764-3774)

SoftMoc is a Canadian owned and operated retail company offering top quality, brand named footwear for the whole family! SoftMoc is pleased to offer BCTF members a discount of 10% off regular and sale priced merchandise* in our stores, as well as online at our website www.softmoc.com .

To redeem discount in store, please show SoftMoc staff your BCTF card. Your online discount code is 111000015068.

Discount cannot be combined with any other discount offer, and may not be redeemed at SoftMoc’s two Warehouse Sale locations. Some product exclusions apply.

You are also welcome to additional savings and benefits through membership in our SoftMoc Rewards program. You are eligible to earn 1 point for every $1 you spend before tax. These points do not expire and can be used both online and in store. You can redeem as little as 200 points, or save up your points for greater savings. Please register for your SoftMoc Rewards account in store or online at https://www.softmoc.com/ca/register .

For a list of SoftMoc retail locations near you, please use link: https://www.softmoc.com/ca/locations.aspx .

Staples Copy & Print

Staples Copy & Print is offering an exclusive 20% discount on your Copy & Print service needs, so you can benefit by taking advantage of custom pricing on all qualified Copy & Print purchases. This applies to any member no matter what store they use or what size of purchase they make. The other eligible discount items for 10% off include binding, folding, collating and copying. Online orders over $45.00 get free delivery to any home/city in Canada.

Over 300 national locations where you can shop. Just use the BDP code 8151837245 and your exclusive discount will be applied upon checkout. Your discount is valid at any Staples Copy & Print location in Canada. Convenient online ordering is also available. Submit your order online at www.staplescopyandprint.ca , from anywhere and arrange to pick it up at any one of 300 Copy & Print locations across the country.

Telus SmartPhone Offer

TELUS is proud to announce Employee Purchase plans for BCTF members.

• Save up to 30% on TELUS ‘Peace of Mind’ or ‘Simple Share’ Plans for every line.
• Get the latest device and promotional offers by visiting our Deal Portal .
• Roam for less with TELUS Easy Roam and TELUS Passports.
• Bundle with TELUS Home Services to get more discount.

Telus Exclusive Partner Program Summer Celebration event!

Kick off the summer with limited time offers today! Including amazing deals on the iPhone 13 and other devices. Its never been better for the family to save, with our lowest add a line prices of the year starting at $20/month for talk and text. Enjoy 3 premium video streaming services for less and can now be added to an Exclusive Partner Program account.

Any questions? Contact your dedicated TELUS EPP Specialist Paul Jeon by email at [email protected] , or the support team by phone at 1-844-888-4440.

For TELUS Home Services eligibility and offers please contact the support team by email at [email protected] .

Vancouver Canucks

March 13 – Educators Night

BCTF Members! You are invited to join with your colleagues with this special discounted ticket offer! The Vancouver Canucks Educator’s Night is taking place on  March 13, 2024,  as the Canucks take on Colorado.

Please see the following link for tickets: Educators Night (fevo-enterprise.com)

If you are unable to find a ticket for this game, please contact Lauren Salvati at 604-899-7609.  

The Vancouver Canucks are pleased to provide the BC Teachers’ Federation members and their friends and family with exclusive tickets for our upcoming games. This offer will be rotating with new games added throughout the season.

February 29, 2024, Canucks vs. Los Angeles March 19, 2024, Vancouver vs. Buffalo March 28, 2024, Vancouver vs Dallas To purchase tickets, please click the following link: BCTF (fevo-enterprise.com)

Vancouver Giants Ticket Offer

Check back later in the year for this offer.

Vancouver Whitecaps

BCTF Members and their families can enjoy specially priced Whitecaps Tickets throughout the 2024 season with savings up to 25%.

To book tickets, please go here: https://am.ticketmaster.com/whitecaps/promotional-page?id=ODk= .

Please reach out to Seth Gordon at 604-678-2857 or [email protected] with any questions.

Victoria Royals Ticket Offer

Regular price on club seats is $27. The BCTF Advantage rate is $25. Regular price on side seats is $19.50. The BCTF Advantage rate is $15. Regular price on corners is $16. The BCTF Advantage rate is $12.

To secure these discounts, please contact Duncan Gardiner, Ticket Sales Executive, directly, at:

Tel: 250-220-2637 (Office) or 250-727-1703 (Cell) E-mail: [email protected]

Simply mention that you are with the BCTF and Duncan will assist you from there. All tickets must be ordered at least 3 hours prior to game time (4 p.m. cut-off on game nights, please). Walk-ups will pay the regular price.

WE Tax Services

Do you need help filing your personal income tax return or your small business tax return? W.E. Tax Services Ltd. Is union affiliated and provides deep discount services for union members. Visit their website to learn more.

BCTF Advantage Discount Car Rentals

Through our partnership with Local Hospitality, the BCTF is proud to partner with Local Hospitality to provide our very own member discount car rental program, provided for the exclusive access of our members and their families. Why? Because our teachers deserve it.

Our savings may exceed 35%, with over 550 car rental suppliers at over 28,000 worldwide locations.

Save time and money. Let us negotiate the best deals and comparison price for you.

Click here to search for car rental discounts around the world .

Happy travels and happy savings!

Avis and Budget are preferred suppliers for the BC Teachers' Federation. They are pleased to extend to you their best available discounted rates for Leisure rentals—up to 25% off.

Basant Motors

BCTF Members can receive a $500 discount on pre-owned vehicles at Basant Motors in Surrey.

For more details, please visit: basant motors.

Dilawri Preferred

Enjoy Preferential Pricing and VIP concierge assistance when you buy or lease your next new vehicle with Dilawri Preferred .

With Dilawri Preferred, BCTF members are entitled to exclusive Dilawri Preferred Pricing along with VIP concierge assistance when they purchase or lease a new vehicle from any Dilawri Group of Companies dealership. Dilawri Preferred gives you access to dealer-cost pricing plus a small markup saving you thousands on your next new vehicle purchase or lease. As Canada’s largest automotive group, we offer an unparalleled selection of 30 automotive brands across 70+ dealerships nationwide.

To access program details and request vehicle pricing simply click on the link below, enter the password Pr3f3rr3d and complete the online application form: preferred.dilawri.ca/partners-en/bc-teachers-federation

Discovery Honda

Discovery Honda would like to extend an offer to all members, employees and retirees of BCTF. Come and enjoy a hassle-free experience when purchasing a new vehicle. Please click here for details. ( Note: BCTF Member Portal login required. Retirees, please contact us for more information.)

Galaxy Motors

Galaxy Motors has 3 locations on Vancouver Island and soon to be 4. They appreciate all teachers do for their children and have come out with a program for our members. All BCTF members qualify for a $750 discount on any of their 500+ quality vehicles.

Full details of the promotion can be found at http://galaxymotors.net/promotion/bctf/ .

Real Estate Member Savings

The BCTF is proud to announce our new affiliation with the Real Estate Member Savings program. If you’re planning to buy or sell a house, condo, cottage, land, commercial building or other real estate, the Real Estate Member Savings Program can help you find the perfect property and save money on real estate commissions. This is a no cost national program that was designed for members of the BCTF.

Here is how it works:

Selling a Property through Real Estate Member Savings

• You will work with a local award-winning REALTOR®.
• Receive a complimentary Comparative Market Analysis (CMA), an industry method for establishing a suggested selling price for a property
• Once listed, the appointed REALTOR® will provide marketing through local print media and online websites. They will also provide digital photos and open houses as required.
• Members will receive a 10% Rebate from the commission your selling agent receives from the transaction.*

Buying a Property through Real Estate Member Savings

• Members will receive a 10% Rebate from the commission your Buying agent receives on your transaction.

This is a No Cost service that has issued Tens of Thousands in rebates to members just like you! Here's what has been said.

"This is a level of service I find to be top notch, congratulations to Real Estate Member Savings and all the people who help make this program possible."

"As a Member I took advantage of this great opportunity. We were very pleased and satisfied with the program and the quality of Realtor we were referred to. Thank you Real Estate Member Savings."

"My wife and I joked that the commission rebate we received was a total bonus because the service we received was blessing enough."

Click here for more information .

Members will now be able to search thousands of local listings throughout the country directly on the REMS website. Please see the attached flyer .

Toll free number - 1-866-965-5252

Anytime Fitness

The BCTF Advantage Program is pleased to announce that Anytime Fitness has joined the BCTF Advantage Program. Anytime Fitness clubs offer 24/7 access, and its members can access any of the thousands of clubs around the world in addition to their home club. There are currently about twenty clubs throughout BC, with more locations planned.

BCTF employees, members, as well as their immediate family members are eligible to enjoy:

• 50% off standard enrolment
• 10% off standard monthly dues
• Free 7-day guest passes (by presenting a printed copy of the flyer)

* Each Anytime Fitness club is individually owned and operated and therefore can set its own fees within minimum and maximum guidelines. * Offer extends to new memberships only. Renewals and rewrites are subject to franchise owner/operators consideration and approval.

Club 16 Trevor Linden Fitness and She's Fit

Club 16 Trevor Linden Fitness and She's Fit! have partnered with the BCTF Advantage Program since 2013. BCTF members and employees are eligible. To sign up , or for more information, please contact Haley at [email protected] for more information.

Gold's Gym

With the exclusive membership, you gain access to all 4 of our locations in BC: West Broadway , Port Coquitlam , Langley and University Market Place

A complimentary Fitness Assessment when joining and one additional every 3 months PLUS unlimited access to our Group Fitness classes including yoga, cycling, HIIT, kickboxing and more.

For additional information or to come check out a facility near you, fill out your information at the link here and one of our team members will reach out to you.

Member Rates - Effective September 1, 2023

1 year biweekly - $26.99 2 year biweekly - $26.99 1 year paid in full - $699 + 2 month bonus 2 year paid in full - $1099 + 5 month bonus

To redeem this offer, please email Evan at [email protected]

H2O Spas welcomes all BCTF Members, including retirees, to its Factory Direct Sales Showroom at 7333 River Road Delta, B.C. to take advantage of true manufacturer’s discount on all hot tubs, whether in stock or custom made. Exclusively offered, is an amazing 12% discount on all Premium Spas plus we pay the HST on all spas. As well as huge discounts on our premium spa line we offer, when available, ‘scratch and dent’ spas at even greater discounts. Monday to Friday 8am – 4.30pm Saturday & Sunday 10am – 4pm Except Holidays Call for an appointment at any time 604-946-1077

Mainland Hearing

The next generation in hearing care.

Mainland Hearing is recognized as a leading hearing healthcare care provider in British Columbia. Our skilled clinicians have changed the quality of life for hundreds of Canadians suffering from hearing loss.

Audiologists and Hearing Aid Clinics in British Columbia In recent years, we have worked with our sister company, NexGen Hearing, to establish clinics throughout interior British Columbia as well as the Vancouver area. Our staff of highly trained specialists bring their expertise and passion to creating solutions tailored to our clients' unique needs. Our mission is to help our clients connect with their family, friends, work, and the world around them. At Mainland Hearing, we take pride in our mission and know that our work improves the lives of others.

At Mainland Hearing our audiologists and hearing instrument specialists have developed strategic working relationships with the physicians in our communities - as we strive for a holistic approach to your complete health care. With a strong focus on research and development our hearing instrument manufacturers are leaders in the development of the highest quality hearing solutions.

Mainland Hearing creates holistic solutions, partnering with local physicians to provide our audiologists and hearing instrument specialists with the most appropriate approaches to our clients' needs. We also partner with the leading developers of hearing aids, resulting in access to a variety of high quality hearing solutions.

Visit our website at mainlandhearing.com

md cosmetic & laser clinic

md cosmetic & laser clinic offers a skin care experience like no other. In a soothing and comfortable environment, you will receive the most advanced and effective skin care treatments available. md cosmetic would like to offer a 15% discount on all services to our BCTF teachers.

Please visit http://www.mdcosmetic.ca/ call one of our clinics Port Moody (604) 461.8888 or Abbotsford (604) 557.7777 for more information.

Salin Acupuncture and Pain Clinic

Salin Webb, Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Sunshine Pools and Spas

For over 25 years Sunshine Pools and Spas has been creating and caring for the Okanagan's backyard paradises. Pools, hot tubs, water care products, accessories, service, parts, maintenance, water testing - we do it all.

It's Relaxing Made Easy with Sunshine Pools and Spas. Now, for all BCTF members, we offer a 12% discount on water care products, pool and spa accessories, and hot tubs.(Does not apply to contract items such as pool construction or deck locks.)

Contact us now at sunshinepools.ca or 250-717-8381. You can also stop by our office located at 1940 Kirschner Road, Kelowna, BC.

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