AME BC represents over 5,000 members including geoscientists, prospectors, engineers, entrepreneurs, exploration companies, suppliers, mineral producers, and associations who are engaged in mineral exploration in BC and throughout the world. 

Established in 1912, AME BC has a long and distinguished history of effectively representing the mineral exploration sector. Through leadership, partnerships, and advocacy, AME BC promotes a healthy, sustainable, and environmentally sound mineral exploration and mining sector for its members. AME BC is regarded as the predominant voice of mineral exploration and related issues in British Columbia.