Reinstate

If you wish to return to the practice of professional forestry in BC and:

  • are a current member on a leave of absence (LOA), you may apply to reinstate at any time.
  • are a former member, you may be eligible for reinstatement.

Eligibility Requirements

Read the Reinstatement section in the applicable procedures (below) for full details.

Membership Type Procedures Reinstatement Notes
  • Registered - RFT, RPF
  • Associate - ATC, ATE, SAS
 Members Change of Status Procedures
  • For absences longer than 36 months, you will be required to submit a higher reinstatement fee and additional requirements* may be deemed necessary to reinstate your membership, including but not limited to completing professional educational requirements.
    • Enrolled - ASFIT, ASTFT, FIT, TFT, TNRP
    		 Enrolled Members Change of Status Procedures
    • You will lose two months of your work experience credit for each month, or portion thereof, while you are not a member.
    • For absences longer than 36 months, you must reapply for membership and requalify all of your work experience.

    *Requirements are determined on a case by case basis once we receive your reinstatement request.

    • Requirements are based on how long you have been off the membership roll and your activities during that time.
    • If you were employed in any capacity during your absence, as part of the application form, you will be required to provide:
      • a current detailed resume which includes all of your education and work experience; and
      • details on any steps you have taken to remain current with the practice of professional forestry during this time.

    Reapplication Requirements

    You are not eligible for reinstatement, if you were a former member who was:

    • registered with conditional status (e.g. conditional RFT or transferring member);
    • a special permit – limited license holder; or
    • an enrolled member over 3 years (36 months) ago.

    You must reapply for membership and meet the current registration requirements.

    Visit the Becoming a Member section of the website for information on applying for your intended designation.

    Apply for Reinstatement

    1. Confirm that you meet the eligibility requirements.

    See the Eligibility Requirements section above.

    2. Complete the online change of status request form and submit the required fees.


    Apply to Reinstate Here

     

    Check Your Application Status

    • Reinstatement status requests must be approved by the Registrar, Professional Practice Committee (PPC), the Board of Examiners, and/or Council. The process takes about 4 to 6 weeks.
    • Requests are considered on an ongoing basis; a decision is rendered at the end of each month.
    • Requests received in October and early November are approved in December for the new fiscal year. 

    Check COS Application Status Here

     

    Questions?

    Please contact the registration department.