Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Who can join the Ottawa Valley Chapter?

Any ASHRAE Society member in good standing may join: Associate and full Members, and Life Members.

Do I need to be an ASHRAE Society member to join as an ASHRAE Chapter member?

Yes, you must be an ASHRAE Society member in good standing or have your ASHRAE Society membership application submitted prior to becoming an ASHRAE Chapter member.

Where can I obtain an ASHRAE membership application form?

Information about membership in ASHRAE and the necessary forms can be found on the Main ASHRAE Society web site at www.ashrae.org.

Is there a separate fee, over and above the ASHRAE membership?

Yes. The Society membership renewal form includes a separate line for Chapter dues. The dues for 2009-2010 are listed in the Chapter Renewal Form, which can be downloaded at the link following on this page. Chapter membership is free to Life Members.

I did not pay Chapter dues to Atlanta. Can I still join?

Yes. You may obtain Chapter membership registration forms and additional information about membership by sending e-mail to the Chair of the Membership Promotion Committee:

Philipe "Brad Pitt" Lemieux Lar-Mex E-mail: phil@lar-mex.com

Stephen "George Clooney" Lynch Direct Energy E-mail: stephen.lynch@directenergy.com

You may download the registration form here:
Chapter Renewal Form 2009-2010 [PDF].

Why should I join the Ottawa Valley Chapter? I get my ASHRAE Handbooks, the Journal and Insights; isn't that enough?

Membership in the Ottawa Valley Chapter will give you the complete ASHRAE experience. You will get to know members of the local HVAC industry in the relaxed, social atmosphere of our Chapter dinners. You will have a direct say in planning our monthly technical meetings, seminars and tours. You will participate in such social events as the golf tournament and the curling bonspiel.

So, don't wait any longer. Join your friends and colleagues who are already members!

File last updated on: Wednesday, 09-Sep-09 13:42:09 EDT