2020-01-09 News Notice

We were saddened to learn that two Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba applicants and their daughter were among the passengers of the Ukraine International Airlines Flight PS752. Mahdi Sadeghi and Bahareh Hajesfandiari were both master's level civil engineers from Iran working in Winnipeg. Our thoughts are with the Sadeghi and Hajesfandiari family and their colleagues at Fresh Projects Builders and Marwest Construction during this difficult time. The Association offers its sincerest condolences to the friends, families, and colleagues of everyone effected by this tragic event. More information about the Manitobans on board flight PS752 can be found on this CBC news story.

Update from the Manitoba 2030 Coalition
Several Coalition employers have expanded or created internal initiatives to address gendered barriers to recruitment, retention, and equity in the profession. To learn more, see the full story.

We're celebrating a 100 years in 2020!
Join the Association throughout 2020 as we highlight a century of work by engineers and geoscientists - making life work better in Manitoba. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and/or Twitter as we share interesting facts and tidbits about engineering and geoscience milestones, projects, people, and the Association from the last 100 years. To learn more, see the full story.

Volunteer Opportunities

Nominating Committee - Multiple Positions
The Nominating Committee assists in identifying election candidates who meet the criteria for councillors as described in the Governance Policy GP-6. The Committee does this by asking members to recommend nominees who are willing to serve as a councillor in the governance of the Association. The committee is looking for five new committee members: one intern (engineering or geoscience) and four professional members, of which one needs to be a P.Geo. For full information about the opportunity, see the call for volunteers.

Upcoming Events

Manitoba Moose Game - January 19, 2020
Don't miss out on this great deal - purchase your tickets by January 15.
As part of our Centennial Celebrations, enjoy an afternoon of fun with family, friends, and colleagues at the Manitoba Moose game sponsored by Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba. As a member you are be able to purchase one of three discounted packages or a combination of the three! Visit the event page to purchase your tickets.

Arab Members Chapter 3rd Birthday - January 19, 2020
Join the Arab Members Chapter of Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba as they celebrate their 3rd Birthday. Visit the event page for more information and to register.

Lunch 'n' Learn: Professionalism - January 23, 2020
What is professionalism? Where did it come from and when did it start?
Join the Association's Lunch 'n' Learn to hear a 45-minute presentation by CEO and Registrar, Grant Koropatnick, P.Eng., FEC. For more information and to register, please visit the event page. Can't attend in person? Join us by webinar!

Centennial Speaker Series: Cargo Airships for Scheduled Supply and Emergency Response in the Arctic - January 28, 2020
Join us for our first Centennial Speaker Series as we hear from Dr. Barry E. Prentice about cargo airships in the Arctic. For more information and to register, please visit the event page. Webinar option also available.

Centennial Recognition Gala - April 4, 2020
Purchase your tickets by February 8 to take advantage of our early bird pricing!
Join us for this once in a lifetime event to celebrate the history of engineering regulation in our province over the last 100 years. Featuring highlights from the past 100 years, an evening of unforgettable entertainment, special Centennial showcase, Bob McDonald from CBC's Quirks and Quarks as our Master of Ceremonies, dance with the Big City All Star Band, and much more! Get your tickets now!

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