1. Act as focal point on matters concerning importation of orchid plants into Canada, and assist members as necessary.

2. Maintain up-to-date information through discussion with other members, other societies and orchid vendors.

3. Establish links with appropriate Government agencies, and keep current with changes in requirements for importing plants.

4. Work with the newsletter editor to advise members by providing information about importation of plants.

5. Work with the OOS Program Coordinator when out-of-country speakers are being considered or invited. Work with the out-of-country speaker to assist them in acquiring the correct permits, including permits for re-exporting unsold plants.

6. Keep notes of any issues found by each speaker for future reference.

Updated August 2007