Who We Are
The BCAK is a provincially registered not-for-profit organization that advocates for, and represents, Kinesiologists throughout British Columbia (BC). We are committed to promoting kinesiology as an integral part of healthcare services in BC.
Kinesiologists deliver health solutions for the prevention, management, and treatment of injury, disability, and chronic disease conditions, aimed at improving or maintaining human function and overall health and wellness.
What We Do
BCAK supports the kinesiology profession by:
- Advocating for greater recognition of kinesiology in healthcare and insurance systems
- Promoting the effectiveness of kinesiology services to the public, government, insurers, benefits administrators, and employers (who provide benefits packages to their employees)
- Providing resources, education, and professional standards for our members
As a member-funded organization, BCAK raises funds primarily through annual membership dues. These funds support our initiatives as outlined in our constitution and bylaws. We are governed by a volunteer Board of Directors and, as of October 2025, represent over 2,200 members working in community, corporate, and government settings across BC.
We also maintain publicly accessible Guiding Documents that include Scope of Practice, Professional Standards, Essential Competencies of Practice, and more, which outline the professional standards and capabilities of Kinesiologists, helping to inform both practitioners and the public.
Our History
Founded in November 1991 by a group of Kinesiologists, instructors, and staff at Simon Fraser University, BCAK was created to advance kinesiology from an academic discipline to a recognized healthcare profession. The founding members envisioned a professional body that would promote the skills and expertise of Kinesiologists and advocate for their role in improving the health of British Columbians.
Their vision laid the groundwork for a thriving professional community that continues to grow and enhance the health and well-being of British Columbians through the science of human movement.