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The
Greater Vancouver Woodturners Guild is a society incorporated
under the Society Act of British Columbia.
The
GVWG acts to:
- Provide a
forum for people of all skill levels to exchange knowledge, ideas,
and information about woodturning.
- Encourage
creativity and to explore methods and techniques for advancing
woodturning as a unique art form.
- Promote
the art and craft of woodturning in the community.
- Encourage
safe practices in woodturning.
As
a society, we shall promote the development and sharing of the art
and skills of woodturning. The diverse backgrounds of our membership
enhance and create learning opportunities that are not available
to individuals working alone.
The
GVWG is a local chapter of the American
Association of Woodturners.The
AAW is an international non-profit organization dedicated to the
advancement of woodturning and has over 13,000 members in 27 countries.
Many of these members also belong to one (or more) of the AAW's
local chapters. Although the GVWG is a local chapter of the AAW,
an individual's membership in this guild does not imply membership
in the AAW or vice versa. You can find out more about the AAW through
their website or by contacting one of the GVWG club officers.
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