Benefits of Membership in the ACMG

Becoming a member of the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG) connects you to a strong community of professionals who share your passion for guiding, climbing, and mountain adventure. Membership not only demonstrates your commitment to the highest standards of safety and professionalism but also provides you with resources, recognition, and support throughout your career.

Professional Credibility and Representation

As an ACMG member, your voice to government and industry is amplified by membership in an association dedicated to advocating for the highest standards and best practices of mountain guiding and related activities. In addition, your professional credibility is enhanced by belonging to a respected organization with a vision to serve, and be trusted as the national leaders, ambassadors and stewards in mountain and climbing-related activities and instruction. Affiliation with the International Federation of Mountain Guides Associations (IFMGA) also creates a conduit for transferring valuable information from member associations.

Services and Programs

As an ACMG member, you gain access to professional development opportunities, industry-leading technical manuals, liability insurance options, advocacy on access and land-use issues, and a network of peers across Canada and around the world. As an ACMG member, you have access to:

Land Access Resources
Mental Health Resources
Health and Wellness Insurance
Liability Insurance
InfoEx Access Program
Technical Manuals
Partner Pro-Purchase Program
Continuing Professional Development Program
Mentorship Program

Support

The mountain guiding community in Canada is remarkably supportive. Should you ever encounter an incident or issue, the ACMG can provide assistance with financial, mental health, or advocacy support. The ACMG is a member of the Mountain Professionals Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) Association, which provides mental health support in the event of involvement in a critical incident. Financial support is also available through several different scholarship and assistance funds.

Information

The ACMG provides its members with information on topics such as current guiding and instructional best practices, mountain environment conditions, new clothing and equipment, land access and news that involves outdoor recreation and guiding through:

The ACMG's website
The Arête annual publication
The ACMG's Technical Manuals
The ACMG Frequency weekly newsletter
The ACMG's Annual Report to the Membership

Connection

Although ACMG members are often geographically separated, the Association provides opportunities for them to interact at various levels:

Members, regardless of location, have the opportunity to meet virtually with colleagues via semi-annual Zoom Tables.
The ACMG and its members have strong ties to industry partners, including the ACC, CAA, AvCan, HeliCat Canada, CSGA, IGA and OCC.
The ACMG offers its members the opportunity to interact face-to-face through social gatherings, such as the Mountain Meet-Up and other events.
The ACMG's Informalex group email service allows members the opportunity to share up-to-date route conditions and information, as well as other topics of interest.

Inspiration

The ACMG is comprised of truly inspiring people, many of whose personal and professional accomplishments are remarkable. Learning from, speaking to or working with the best this industry has to offer will enhance your own excitement for and devotion to the guiding profession. The ACMG and its members have contributed to a rich history of travelling through incredible terrain all over the country. ACMG membership also contributes to efforts that preserve and advance the guiding industry in Canada.