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Help support Collective Beauty Studio: Providing Unwavering Support to BC Families in Need
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The association for the personal service industry
Hairstyling
We represent hairstylists, colourists, blow dry specialists, and just about anyone who works on a head of hair.
Barbering
If you cut mens’ hair, shape beards, or provide shaves, we are here for you.
Esthetics, nails, lashes, hair removal
We include skin care professionals, hair removal technicians, lash technicians, and nail technicians in our association.
Limitless Possibilities
- Join our association of professionals
- Engage in continuous learning
- Save with member benefits
- Show your professionalism
You’re an expert, so why not let the world know? Your association membership tells everyone you are a leader in the personal services industry.
Join thousands of fellow professionals who care about the craft of beauty, style, and grooming.
From sleek payment systems to easy to access insurance, connect with the right tools for your career.
Latest news stories
Help support Collective Beauty Studio: Providing Unwavering Support to BC Families in Need
See how a local salon is helping kids in need through their cut-a-thon on June 24th
Register for your Approved Shop certification today
Are you ready to give your salon, spa, or barbershop the competitive edge it deserves? Introducing Approved Shop – the certification program that’s here to take your business to the next level.
Bohemian Updo Hairstyle Seminar – Save 10%
Watch as Master Stylist, Faye Smith, demonstrates how to create soft and airy Bohemian Updos hairstyles seen so often in the special events and wedding world.
How can we help you realize your potential?
Elevate and standardize your industry
The Cosmetology Association Western Canada (BeautyCouncil) develops standards through professional certifications, codes of practice, industry guidelines, and by making continued education available our members at reduced rates.
Continue your education & professional development
Anyone who knows us, knows we’re obsessed with education! Ongoing education keeps us up-to-date and boosts quality and professionalism in our industry. BeautyCouncil offers Certification of Qualification exams, BeautySafe Certification, discounts to advanced training classes, and resources for your business and marketing.
Connect with and learn from your community
It’s hard to work alone — so don’t! BeautyCouncil is an association of passionate, committed beauty professionals, which is truly the best resource of all. We’ll keep you up to date on events and networking opportunities. We’ve also researched and tested the best insurance plans, health plans, customer service and business tools (with discounts for our members, of course) so you can focus on the job you love.