Membership Benefits and Services
As a member of the BCLNA you are entitled to many valuable benefits. A BCLNA member is also authorized to take advantage of the many benefit programs offered by the Canadian Landscape Nursery Association - it's like two memberships in one!

The cost-savings from taking advantage of only a few of the programs easily covers your membership fee, so there is virtually no risk to becoming a member! Keep current, informed and have the opportunity to utilize worthwhile benefit programs!

Scan the benefit providers below, or download a printable copy...


Insurance

CNLA HortProtect
Phone: 1.800.328.7887
Comprehensive programs designed for the insurance needs of our industry. Property and Casualty Insurance. Life, Disability, Health and Dental Insurance. Members receive discounts on premiums and enhanced coverage.

Cost Effective - Enjoy lower rates through CNLA's buying power.
Tailored Program - Choose coverage and limits based on your needs.

General Insurance
Liability Insurance Provider: includes coverage for buildings, greenhouses, equipment, growing plants, automobiles, security bonding, rented equipment, crime, etc.

Hub International / TOS Insurance
Bill Beere
Phone: 604.293.1481 Fax: 604.293.1493

Health Insurance
Group Health & Life Insurance: includes basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, dependent accidental death and dismemberment, long-term disability, short-term disability, vision care, dental care, extended health care, seasonal benefit coverage, etc.

Enjoy lower rates! Up to 75% savings on individual small company quotes.
Quoted individually - large volume savings, even for small companies and individuals.

Schmunk, Gatt, Smith & Associates
Lu DiMeglio
Phone: 604.533.9813 Fax: 604.533.9814

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Financial Services

Chase Paymentech Solutions Merchant Services
CNLA: 1.888.446.3499

Electronic Visa / MasterCard transaction processing rates between 1.72% - 1.87%, based on average ticket price.
Debit card - $0.10 / transaction..
Terminal rental from - $25.95/month.
IVR (Interactive Voice Response) - 2.00%.

MBNA Canada MasterCard Credit Card
CNLA: 1.888.446.3499

Low introductory interest rate. High credit line. Members are easily approved.

Custom House Currency Exchange
Zack Tyler
Phone: 604.482.6000 Fax: 604.482.6011

Foreign Exchange - Send money internationally or fund a foreign account.
All savings passed on to clients and exchange rates better than bank are guaranteed!

Schmunk, Gatt, Smith & Associates
Lu DiMeglio
Phone: 604.533.9813 Fax: 604.533.9814

RRSP Plan - an exclusive group plan with several different investment options

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Import / Export Brokerage Discounts

Import : Pacific Customers Brokers Ltd.
Import Brokerage Discounts.
Call for quote: Phone : 604.538.1566; Fax : 604.538.3984

Export : UPS Freight Services
Bill Murphy, Sales Representative
Phone : 604.536.7636; Fax : 604.538.6746

Flat Fee: $25.00 US Funds for all exports to the US.


Fuel / Service Discounts

This alone in many cases pays for your annual dues!

Chevron
Call the BCLNA for an application form: 604.574.7772

Chevron Fleet Card with 2¢ per litre rebate on total purchases.

ESSO / Imperial Oil Fuel
CNLA: 1.888.446.3499

2.9¢ per litre off the posted retail price on any fuel type at all Canadian ESSO retail locations.

PetroCanada Fuel & Maintenance Program
CNLA: 1.888.446.3499

2.4¢ per litre off the posted retail price.
3% off vehicle propane.
5% discount on maintenance at all Certigard locations and 15% discount on Car Washes.

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Equipment & Automotive

General Motors of Canada
CNLA: 1.888.446.3499

Save up to $6,500 per vehicle. Available on most GM products. Other incentives cannot be combined with the CNLA discount.

Lansdowne GM
Dave Evans
Phone: 604.273.1311 Fax: 604.273.3256
Email: giantone86@hotmail.com

BCLNA members only!
Promotion for qualified fleet users - offers DeWalt Tool Packages or Home Depot Gift Cards on certain vehicle purchases.

Mertin Chevrolet Cadillac Ltd.
Dutch Ketting
Phone: 604.792.1391 Fax: 604.792.9177

Large savings available to BCLNA members for all makes - leasing available.
Savings proportionate to the size of the purchase - the more you buy, the more you save!

Finning / Caterpillar
BCNLA: 604.574.7772; 1.800.421.7963 or visit your local Finning dealer.

Save $600 - $2200 on a wide range of loaders and excavators. Best savings possible on CAT Compact Construction Equipment. Contact your local dealer for a quote.

John Deere
CNLA: 1.888.446.3499

Save 0.5% on John Deere Credit's published finance/lease rate.
Equipment Savings: up to 25% off maintenance equipment.
All discounts are taken from MSRP.


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Services & Supplies

Primus Telecommunications Canada Inc.
CNLA: 1.888.446.3499

3.5¢ per minute for inbound and outbound calls within Canada and USA; International calls as low as 7¢ per minute.
Save up to 50% on cellular long distance with PRIMUS Wireless Access.
Teleconferencing packages starting as low as 16¢ per minute.
High Speed Internet access for $54.95 per month; unlimited dial-up internet for $17.95 per month.
No minimum monthly spending.

NEBS Business Forms Ltd.: Perfect Partner Program
NEBS: 1.800.461.7572; www.nebs.ca

10% discount on all NEBS products, such as business forms (including specific landscape business forms) and cheques.
10% off new orders, 5% off repeat orders.
Complete line of work-wear and other clothing.
Get Air Miles® rewards whenever you shop NEBS!

Corporate Express Office Supplies
CNLA: 1.888.446.3499

Save up to 75% on the 250 Strictly Business catalogue items.
40% off Office & Computer Products Catalogue items.
20% off Stock Furniture.
No extra charge for next day delivery on orders over $50.00.
No-charge access to www.eway.ca for online ordering.

Creative Embroidery
George Cook
604.322.1611; www.creative-embroidery.com

A full line of work wear clothing for men and women available in a wide range of sizes. Special feature prices are offered throughout the year. When ordering, mention that you are a BCLNA member.

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Industry Services & Publications

Industry Leadership and Government Liaising
Both the CNLA and the BCLNA represent all commodities when meeting regularly with different levels of Government. Protecting the best interests of the industry is a key priority.

Certification Designations
HEBC : 604.575.3239; info@horteducationbc.com

Certified Horticultural Technician (CHT)
Certified Landscape Designer (CLD)
Certified Landscape Professional (CLP)

Industry developed and adjudicated exams. These certification designations are recognized across Canada and hold international status with the Professional Landcare Network. Developed by the industry for the industry. Special pricing for HortEducation BC affliated members (BCLNA, BCRPA, WCTA).

Commodity Meetings
Discuss current industry issues, learn from feature speakers, and make contacts: landscape professionals, retailers, and growers hold regular meetings throughout the year. Check out 'events' or call the BCLNA to find out when your next commodity meeting is taking place.

CNLA Website: www.canadanursery.com
Features a state of the art search system for finding plant material and other sources throughout Canada. Also includes an online resource of growers' nursery stock inventory, product listings, suppliers, members, and the Provincial Associations' programs and benefits. An excellent tool that promotes international trade for the industry.

Member Publications

Monthly:

HortWest - Published 10 times per year, this is BCLNA's magazine keeping you informed about what is going on in the industry.

CNLA Newsbrief - Produced 9 times per year to keep you informed of what's going on throughout Canada.

Annually:

Buyers Guide & Directory - A complete listing of all BCLNA members. Features plant, and supplies listings.

GardenWise Healthy Garden Guide - BCLNA's voice to this province's gardening public.

CNLA Membership Directory - Complete listing of all members of each provincial association.

Every few years these publications are updated:

BC Landscape Standards; Nursery Pest Management Guide, Certification Study Guides, etc. A wide variety of reports on industry statistics and other topics.

Canadian Standards for Nursery Stock - A valuable source of technical information for the nursery industry, landscape architects, government departments, colleges, universities, municipalities, and consumers. An industry committee reviews this publication every two years.

Consumer Garden shows - GardenWise Healthy Garden Guide is distributed and members' services and products are promoted at the BC Home & Garden Show, the Vancouver Garden Show at VanDusen Gardens, Victoria Home & Garden Show, and others.

Industry Trade Shows - Buyers Guides are widely distributed and member products and services promoted at the following shows.

CanWest - BC's own industry show and Western Canada's largest Horticultural Trade Show. A unique combination of nursery, floriculture, and landscape products & services. World-class seminars, industry and garden tours. Held annually in September at Canada Place in Vancouver.

FarWest - annual nursery show in August. Portland, Oregon.

Other Programs & Benefits
CNLA Landscape & Retail Certification, BC Landscape Awards of Excellence, Education Seminars and Workshops, BCLNA Annual Plant Auction, BCLNA Annual Golf Tournament, AGM & Convention and more!

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