Branch Updates

 

Upcoming Events

May 20: Performance Group Meet-up
May 30: Spring Student Recital
May 31: Student Bursary deadline
June 1: Free Luncheon for branch members
Month of July: CFMTA Summer Online Conference Connecting Canada 2026
September 18-19: BC Junior Piano Competition & BC Multidiscipline Competition

1. General Notice  

1) Please review your information on the BCRMTA provincial website. If any updates are required, kindly click here
and complete the form.
2) The following two documents have been added to the “For Members Only” section of the branch website:
a) Summary of Insurance: A brief overview of coverage under your membership insurance is now
available, along with instructions on how to obtain a Certificate of Insurance.
b) Council Meeting Minutes: The Minutes from the April 12, 2026 BCRMTA Council Meeting have been
posted for your reference. During this meeting, the proposed 2026 bylaws were approved. As a result, a
new membership category - Affiliate Member Teacher (AMT) - has been officially established. More
information will be shared soon.

2. May 20th Performance Group Meetup

The Performance Group is an offering for our BCRMTA
Vancouver/Burnaby Branch members to experience music
making in a supportive, relaxed atmosphere.
The activity is open to Branch teachers and STA members
only (no students). The music can be of any style, memory is
optional, and ensembles are welcome!
Please join us at the next Performance Group meetup!
All instrumentalists and singers are welcome! If you prefer to
just come and watch, that is okay too.

DATE: Wednesday, May 20, 2026
TIME: 10:30am-12:00pm
LOCATION: Long & McQuade Vancouver - 368 Terminal Ave, Vancouver, BC V6A 3W9
CLICK HERE to sign up!

 

3. 2026 Student Bursary

Application Deadline: May 31, 2026
Bursaries are available to assist the students of
Vancouver/Burnaby Branch members who show
potential in their music studies and who demonstrate a
need for financial assistance.

The categories and amounts are as follows:
Junior (Levels 2 – 5): up to $500
Intermediate (Levels 6 – 8): up to $750
Senior (Levels 9 – Diploma): up to $1000

Click Here for the Student Bursary Application package.
Application deadline is 10:00pm PST on May 31,
2026

4. Free Luncheon for Branch Members

You are warmly invited to join us for a relaxed and welcoming
luncheon. It is a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow
members, whether you are new and looking to meet others or
have been part of the community for years and would enjoy
catching up before summer begins.
Please take a moment to reserve your spot, as space is
limited and will fill quickly!
We will be ordering lunch in advance, so if you sign up and
later find you cannot attend, kindly let us know as soon as
possible at president.bcrmta.vanbby@gmail.com. This helps
us avoid food waste and allows another member to join.
We hope to see you there!

Date: Monday, June 1, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Venue: Time & Place - Kitchen | Bar
HiltonVancouver Metrotown
(located inside of Crystal Mall)
6083 McKay Avenue, Burnaby, BC V5H 2W7
**** Space is limited; first come, first served.****
Please RSVP HERE by Friday, May 15th, 2026

We would love to see you there!

 

5. A Message from the Student Teacher Auxiliary (STA)

Do you have students aged 16 or over who have reached at
least Level 9 (on any instrument)? The Student Teachers’
Auxiliary can offer them a valuable next step in their musical
development.
This vibrant and supportive group is designed for advanced
students and will give members valuable insight into the
many facets needed in the art of teaching.
The STA provides a welcoming, like-minded community
where aspiring teachers can connect, share experiences, and
learn from one another. Through workshops, mentoring,
observation opportunities, and practical teaching
experiences, students have the opportunity to build real-
world skills.
Encourage your eligible students to get involved — it’s sure to
be a rewarding experience.
The Vancouver/Burnaby Branch offers three different STA
membership options. For more information, please visit our branch website or contact the STA Liaison, Dr. Carla
Dodek, at cmdodek@telus.net with any questions.

6. Connecting Canada 2026 - Summer Virtual Professional Development

Join Connecting Canada 2026: A
Lifetime of Music Education and take
part in 14 inspiring workshops designed to
spark new ideas in pedagogy, technique,
technology, and studio growth.
This is a great opportunity to refresh your
teaching, discover practical tools, and
connect with colleagues across Canada.
We are especially excited that our own Dr.
Helena Aung and Dr. Richard Xu will be
presenting. Come learn with them and be
part of this engaging professional
community.

Register now for the full series for only $80, or choose the weekly option for $25 to explore topics that interest you
most. With live and recorded access, plus Q and A and resources available until August 31, 2026, this is flexible
learning you can fit into your schedule.
For CFMTA Members, please use the member discount code member2026cc for 10% savings on your registration.
Don’t miss this chance to grow, connect, and be inspired.
For more information and to register, plea CLICK HERE or visit: https://sites.google.com/view/cfmta-cc.