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Updated 07-10-02
Student
Is available to any student attending a program of studies in graphic design.
Fee: $35
Graduate
Is available to an individual who has graduated from a 2, 3, or 4 year full-time degree or diploma program of studies in graphic design at an academic institution within the previous three years.
Fee: $80
Associate
Is available to any professional engaged in a field related to graphic design. Related fields can include communications, marketing, print production, printing, illustration, photography, writing, computers and technology, web programming, etc. This status does not entail a portfolio review.
Fee: $175
Licentiate (LGDC)
LGDC is awarded to a practicing designer who has completed at least five years and less than seven years, in total, of combined graphic design education and professional practice, and whose work and professional integrity are of acceptable standards. Applicants must submit a membership form and resume as well as undergo a confidential portfolio review. Practicing Web and new media designers are eligible to apply for LGDC status. N.B. A three or four year course of studies in graphic design is recommended, but not required.
Fee: $175
Professional (MGDC)
MGDC is awarded to a practicing designer who has completed at least seven years, in total, of combined graphic design education and professional practice, and whose work and professional integrity are of acceptable standards. Applicants must submit a membership form and resume as well as undergo a confidential portfolio review. Practicing Web and new media designers are eligible to apply for MGDC status. Also included in this category are professional design educators and design administrators. N.B. A three or four year course of studies in graphic design is recommended, but not required.
Fee: $225
Fellowship (FGDC)
FGDC is awarded by the National Society to a professional graphic designer who, by accomplishment or influence, has made a major contribution to graphic design in Canada. Fellowship is the highest honour that can be bestowed by the Society. FGDC confers full voting rights in the National Society and the Chapter, and may be conferred as an honour under special circumstances (Hon. FGDC).
Fee: $225
Retired (Ret.)
Is available to any Professional or Fellow who is no longer engaged in design as a full-time activity.
Fee: $80


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