Membership

Discover the valuable benefits of CTNA-ACPF membership by viewing our Membership Benefits document, available in both English and French.

Eligibility

Nurseries meeting the following criteria qualify for membership:

  • Canada based

  • Own and or operate a tree nursery(s) that grows and supply in excess of 1 million native tree seedlings per year for purposes of forest restoration

  • Be committed to advancing the Association’s mandate

Become a member* and help us grow our nation.

*Note: Membership requests are reviewed for eligibility by the CNTA. If you meet the selection criteria, you will be sent a membership eligibility confirmation email.‍ ‍

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Why Join

CTNA-ACPF membership offers valuable benefits and opportunities aligned with our mission of advocating for tree nurseries, promoting sustainability and environmental stewardship, and fostering business growth and industry development.

1

Member-to-Member
Network

Gain direct access to a nationwide network of members for sharing best management practices, exchanging operational and sales insights, and exploring collaboration opportunities.

2

Technical
Information Sessions

Attend 3-4 webinars and information sessions annually featuring experts and suppliers presenting their latest findings and industry innovations, enabling you to keep up to date with current technologies and advancements in the sector.

3

Event
Updates

Stay informed about networking events, conferences, and industry gatherings to connect with potential clients and industry leaders.

4

Adding
Your Voice

Share your feedback with us to help shape the direction of the Association and address your specific challenges.

5

Biennial National
Tree Nursery Summit

Participate in our biennial national nursery summit held every two years in locations across Canada in collaboration with like-minded organizations. The Summit will provide a platform for knowledge exchange and networking. Members will receive reduced conference rate(s).

6

Collaboration
and Partnerships

Joining CTNA-ACPF
can open doors for collaboration and partnerships with other industry stakeholders and product suppliers, fostering mutually beneficial relationships.

Explore Our Memberships

Full Nursery Membership

Full Voting Member

1M to 10M seedlings produced annually

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10M to 20M seedlings produced annually

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20M to 40M seedlings produced annually

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40M to 60M seedlings produced annually

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60M to 80M seedlings produced annually

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80M to 100M seedlings produced annually

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100M to 120M seedlings produced annually

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120M to 140M seedlings produced annually

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*The amount of seedlings produced annually by our members is kept private and confidential

Over 140M seedlings produced annually

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Associate Nursery Membership

Non Voting Member

For smaller and emerging nurseries, including restoration plant growers and those scaling toward 1M seedlings annually.

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Additional Supporter Memberships

Non Voting Member

For Individual Professionals, such as foresters, seed specialists, researchers, technicians, and consultants, who benefit from access to technical sessions, events, and sector updates.

$150

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Industry & Institutional Supporter (Non-Voting), including non-profit organizations, educational institutions, municipalities, suppliers, and government agencies, who wish to affiliate with CTNA-ACPF and stay informed about sector developments.

Small Organization

$500/year

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Medium Organization

$1,000/year

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Large Organization

$2,000/year

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For Students who are interested in a future working with tree nurseries we provide options for engagement opportunities, training pathways, and access to information.

$75

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Sponsorships

Non Voting Member

Bronze

$5,000

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Silver

$10,000

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Gold

$15,000

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Platinum

$25,000

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Membership provides access to a national network of nursery professionals, technical webinars and information sessions, industry event updates, and discounted access to the biennial national nursery summit. Members also gain opportunities to collaborate with sector partners, contribute input to shape association priorities, and benefit from a unified national voice advocating for the nursery sector at all levels of government.

  • Definitely. You can switch plans, upgrade, or make changes to your membership anytime.

  • You don’t have to pay online, we accept e-transfer or mailed cheques. Reach out to kfoley@ctna-acpf.ca to request an alternative payment.

  • Memberships are flexible and can be canceled at any time from your account. You’ll retain access through the end of your current billing cycle.