REGISTRATION FORM
(This convention is specifically designed for the MEMBERS of Birds Of A Feather International, along with their invited guests).
To book your room go to:
http://coa.st/BOAF2025
or call
1- 800- 716- 6199
Use group name:
BOAF 2025 Ref # 3867410
Registration is now open!
You must make your hotel reservation separate from your Convention Registration
TENTATIVE AGENDA
MONDAY, JUNE 30, 2025
1200 - 1900 Registration
1900 - 2000 Birds AA Mtg
1900 - 2000 Significant Others Mtg
TUESDAY, JULY 1, 2025
0800 - 1900 Registration
0830 - 0930 Birds AA Mtg
0830 - 0930 Significant Others Mtg
1200 - 1800
Whale Watching
Fishing, Tours
Bungee Jumping / Zip Line
1900 - 2000 Birds AA Mtg
1900 - 2000 Significant Others Mtg
WEDNESDAY, JULY 2, 2025
0700 - 0800 Breakfast
0800 - 1700 Registration
0830 - 0930 Birds AA Mtg
0830 - 0930 Significant Others Mtg
1000 - 1130 Annual BOAF Business Mtg
Lunch on your own
1300-1400 Speaker: Ward B. Buckingham, M.D
The beginnings of BOAF
1400-1530 Dr. Quay Snyder MD ALPA HIMS Program Manager
1530 - 1630 Optional Workshop/Education Seminar-TBD
1800- 2100 BOAF Annual Banquet
Presentations/Sobriety Countdown/BOAF Changeover
Main Speaker - TBD
THURSDAY , JULY 3, 2025
0900 - 1100 Spiritual Breakfast w/speaker
Fellowship/Farewells
Transition and move to Vancouver for 90th AA Convention
Contacts
Dick B.
rpbrownfield@shaw.ca
250-739-4164
Fast, convenient ferry travel between downtown Vancouver and Nanaimo
Source for information below:
https://www.aa.org/international-convention
FAQ
Traveling to Canada
8. If travel to Canada is difficult for some U.S. members, why are we holding an International Convention in Vancouver?
The Fellowship of the United States and Canada General Service Structure of Alcoholics Anonymous functions as one entity in spirit and in service to the Fellowship. As this event rotates through the regions of A.A., there will be times when it takes place in the U.S., and other times when it is held in Canada.
9. What Canadian travel information is currently available?
Below are resources to aid members in making plans to attend the 2025 International Convention (most questions can be answered by connecting to the links below). Also, a good travel book on Canada will provide valuable information on needed documents and border crossing requirements, as well as vacation tips.
10. Who will have to submit forms and applications to gain admission to Canada?
It is suggested that those who believe they have some past legal incident, such as a DUI or felony that could inhibit their ability to cross the border to attend the 2025 International Convention, seek assistance/information by accessing the Canada Border Services Agency links provided below question #11.
11. Are there any restrictions or regulations affecting travel to Canada in 2025?
Yes. The U.S. and Canada each have restrictions and regulations that apply to citizens and visitors who travel from one country to the other. U.S. citizens need a valid U.S. passport to travel to Canada. Citizens from other countries need to view Canadian Visa Requirements. Border crossing into Canada has significantly changed, particularly in the last two years. (For more information: access links to Canada Border Services Agency website (CBSA) provided below)
Information for those who may have entry issues due to past criminal history:
Information for those who may have visa requirements due to traveling from another country:
https://ircc.canada.ca/english/visit/visas.asp
For general information members may also access https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/menu-eng.html or contact the Border Information Service (BIS) at CBSA by calling:
Within Canada
Toll-free 1-800-461-9999
TTY (for those with hearing or speech impairments) 1-866-335-3237
Outside Canada
Long distance charges apply 1-204-983-3500 1-506-636-5064
Press “0” to speak to an officer during regular business hours – Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (local time) excluding holidays.
12. I need to apply for a visa to enter Canada and need to request a letter of invitation? How do I submit this request?
If, after reviewing the official Canadian government’s entry requirements, you need a Letter of Invitation, we can assist with that. You first need to complete your registration for the 2025 International Convention and obtain housing, then email the staff associate, Marissa S. at 2025icsa@aa.orgto request the Letter of Invitation, which the GSO will provide.
If you are not approved for a visa for entry into Canada by May 9, 2025, please notify us at 2025icsa@aa.org to request a refund.