Governance
Governance
Governance Overview
The Alpine Club of Canada is guided by the following Vision, Mission and Values statements. These represent the principles and beliefs of the ACC, going back over 100 years. These statements were formally adopted in 2025.
Vision: A thriving, united mountain community that transforms lives through adventure, deep connection and lifelong engagement, supporting the preservation of the mountain ecosystem.
Mission: The Alpine Club of Canada, through its members, local sections, and backcountry huts, inspires and connects all who seek to experience the mountains across Canada by encouraging adventure and exploration, advancing mountain culture, and stewarding the wild places that inspire us.
Values
Foster Belonging
Enhancement of the human spirit through connection to and value of mountains and mountain sport.
Generosity
Sharing knowledge of the mountain environment and recreational best practices with others.
Safety
To practice and promote safety in the mountain environment at all times.
Inclusivity
Recognize that personal fulfillment in the outdoors has diverse expressions, but a common foundation in personal and environmental responsibility.
Curiosity
Seek to continually understand and adapt. This applies to each other but also to our environmental footprint.
Respect
Respect of people, the environment, and our mountaineering legacy.
