There are currently two classes of membership that new applicants may apply for:

"Ordinary Member" and "Probationary Member"

All applicants must be Canadian Citizens or Landed Immigrants.

To apply for Ordinary Membership and applicant must have been a full time marine surveyor for five years within the preceding seven years (the last twelve months must have been served in Canada).

Depending on the applicant's previous qualifications and/or experience he/she will be given credits to reduce the initial five year requirement.

A Probationary Member is any individual who, on entering the General Marine Survey field, does not qualify as an Ordinary Member but, nevertheless, shall have served the previous 12 months as a General Marine Surveyor prior to application for membership. When compliance with the By-Laws applicable to Ordinary Membership is fulfilled, elevation to the status of Ordinary Member shall be Automatic.

All applicants will be required to complete a Membership Application form and also submit samples of their survey reports along with copies of any documentation / certification which provides evidence of previous experience and / or qualifications. 

Applications are reviewed by a Membership Committee and may involve a written or oral examination.

All members are bound by The Code of Ethics of the Association.

Requests for further information regarding membership requirements or for a Membership Application Package should be made directly to the Membership Director.