Become a member of the RASC Hamilton Centre, a vibrant amateur astronomy club established in 1908 and part of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC). With 31 centres across Canada, our club serves members from Mississauga to Brantford and from Stoney Creek to Georgetown, and even internationally! Join us today for an enriching, family-friendly experience.
Why Join the Hamilton Centre?
Membership in the RASC Hamilton Centre unlocks a wealth of benefits from both our local chapter and the national organization. Here’s what you’ll enjoy:
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A copy of the annual Observer’s Handbook
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Six issues of the Journal, the RASC’s official publication (in electronic format)
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Member discounts on other RASC publications such as the Observer’s Calendar
- online discussion forums
- certifications (observing, astro-imaging, laser-pointer usage)
- awards
- access to the RASC archives
- access to the Annual General Assembly
- weekly newsletter, monthly bulletin on what is happening in other centres
- access to the online store
- Access to our dark local observatory site for your observing enjoyment
- Use of our observatory and observatory telescopes
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Access to loaner scopes and library of books
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For more information about the RASC Organization visit the RASC National web site at: http://www.rasc.ca/
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Membership Options
- Full Membership ($124/year): Includes all national and local benefits.
- Youth Membership ($71.10/year): For those aged 21 and under.
- Associate Membership: Ideal for members of other astronomy clubs, providing local benefits without national perks.
How to Join
Becoming a member is easy! Simply register online here and select “Hamilton Centre” as your local chapter. Joining takes just a few minutes and gives you access to our observatory, telescopes, and much more!
For more details about the RASC organization, visit the RASC National Website.