About PARC – Peterborough Amateur Radio Club

What is Amateur Radio?

Amateur Radio (ham radio) is a popular hobby and service that brings people, electronics and communication together. People use ham radio to talk across town, around the world, or even into space, all without the Internet or cell phones. It’s fun, social, educational, and can serve as a lifeline during times of need.

Who Can Join?

Anyone interested in radio communication are invited to join PARC whether they are a licensed amateur or not. Membership is not limited geographically.

Membership Cost

Basic annual membership fee is $40 per year for Radio Amateurs of Canada members, or $53 per year for non RAC members.

Family memberships (living at the same address) $50 per year for RAC members or $63 per year for non-members.

First year free for newly licensed amateurs.

For more information on joining and member benefits visit here.

Who is PARC?

The Peterborough Amateur Radio Club, also known as PARC is an active group of enthusiastic Ham Radio Operators of all ages and all walks of life interested in radio communications. PARC was founded in the 1930s, and incorporated as a non-profit in 1977.

What does PARC do?

Advances participation in Amateur Radio as a hobby, and offers those in our region interested in participating, a path to obtain their license.
Promotes programs and activities that develop knowledge and skills of licensed amateur radio operators.
Provides a volunteer amateur radio communications infrastructure to government agencies and the general public, especially in times of emergency.
Actively supports organizations such as the Peterborough Amateur Radio Emergency Service / Auxiliary Communications Service, and Radio Amateurs of Canada.