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How to: Counterfeit/trademark Infringement
Counterfeit and trademark infringement issues are a legitimate concern in our industry. Unfortunately there is no easy way to counteract this- protecting all of your information and images is expensive and time consuming, and going after 3rd party marketplace sellers...
BCIA Membership Comes With Benefits
On a global level, BCIA represents manufacturers, retailers, distributors, educators and supporting industry members from textile mills to other non-profit organizations. There is a BCIA business membership level to suit every budget. Explore what the BCIA has to offer to determine if membership is right for you.
Direct Mail and Online PRS
Manage the regulatory registration requirements through our Product Registration Service, uniquely set up to serve both small and international business members.
Industry Representation
Your voice and business concerns are officially represented with Government and Regulatory bodies around the world (CPSC, Health Canada, ACCC, CEN, ASTM etc).
Legal Representation
BCIA has retained top product liability attorney Neal Cohen to represent the needs of the industry. Need a compliance attorney? We have a list of excellent referrals as well.
Networking
Our members say that ‘networking’ is one of the things they value most about BCIA membership. We offer plenty of opportunities to meet and discuss industry needs both in person (AGM, conferences, trade shows etc) and in our online discussion forums.
Business Support
Product labels and templates, lab testing discounts, compliance programs, referrals to translators, web designers and printers who know and work with our industry: the BCIA continually sources new partnerships to help manage your business needs.
Insurance
We may not have perfect insurance solutions, but we can point you in the right direction and refer you to those who have answers.
Ongoing Education
Stay connected via our monthly newsletters, webinars on topics of industry interest, and through our online library of resources and articles. Join the conversation and be a part of our collaborative efforts to put out consistent and current best practice information.
Sponsorships
Exclusive, affordable sponsorship opportunities that put your brand name in front of industry and consumers alike.
Scholarships
Whether your looking to increase your own knowledge, or send a staff member for specialty training, BCIA makes a number of conference and educational opportunity scholarships available to BCIA members throughout the year.