Board Mandate

Since 1907 the RASC has been actively involved in promoting and advancing astronomy through periodical publications and books. The world-renowned Observer's Handbook is the most comprehensive and authoritative astronomical almanac and observing guide. The Journal of the RASC is bi-monthly magazine that publishes timely and interesting columns and articles of interest to the amateur community. It also welcomes articles on Canadian astronomers and current activities of the RASC and its Centres, research and review papers by professional and amateur astronomers, and articles of a historical, biographical, or educational nature of general interest to the astronomical community. We also publish an annual Observer's Calendar, Skyways (a curriculum-based teacher's guide), the Explore the Universe Guide, the Solar Observer's Handbook, Building a Small Observatory, and A Nightwatchman's Journey, David Levy's autobiography.

The Editorial Board is responsible for all aspects of the Society's publications including their editorial teams, financial arrangements, and marketing and sales efforts. To find out more about each publication you can refer to the main publications page.

Board Definition

The Editorial Board shall consist of an appointed Chairperson, publications Editors, and other appointed Society members.

The Editorial Board shall:

1. determine the editorial policies of the publications of the Society, other than those of the Centres;
2. advise and assist the editors of the Society's publications respecting the discharge of their duties;
3. and have such other duties as may be prescribed by the Board.