As a not-for-profit organization, the Canadian Avalanche Association is required to operate under a set of bylaws approved by the membership. Bylaws are changed via a special resolution that must be presented to CAA members 21 days prior to a meeting at which members can vote on changes.

The CAA is incorporated under the Canada Not-for-profit corporations Act. Bylaws and other aspects of incorporation filed with Corporations Canada. The most recent bylaws passed by the CAA membership are found below.

CAA Bylaws effective August 20, 2025