We are a non-profit society that is open to anyone with an interest in fossils.

About Us

We hold meetings every month featuring talks on different aspects of paleontology. Members bring in fossils for discussion, identification, and share field trip information.

We organize fossil field trips from March to October. These range from local day trips to weekend trips.

We also maintain a growing fossil collection for display and educational purposes and offer one-day workshops at local community centres.

How do I join?

Membership is open to anyone with an interest in fossils. Our meetings are free and open to the public. Current annual dues are Can$30 for individuals and families. A membership entitles you and your family to receive the BCPA Newsletter and to attend all VanPS field trips.

When and where are the meetings?

Date: 3rd Wednesday of every month (unless otherwise mentioned) – please see our Calendar page.

Time: 7:00 pm PST

Location: Currently in person and on Zoom. Please see the location details and Zoom link provided on our Calendar page for each meeting.

Members of the Vancouver Paleontological Society are urged to encourage others to inform themselves of our Code of Ethics and follow its principles. Members who fail to adhere by this Code may have their membership in the organization revoked. Please also review the British Columbia Paleontological Alliance (BCPA) policies.