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NOTICE: As of September 21, the Association office will be open to visitors during the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Note that most Association staff are still working from home therefore appointments are recommended should you wish to speak with a staff member.

News Notice
September 10, 2020
News
Looking Back Through Our Century: September 2014
When the Canadian Museum for Human Rights opened in September 2014, it was the first museum in the world solely dedicated to the evolution, celebration, and future of human rights. The Museum has received national and international recognition across many fields of activity, including accessible and inclusive design, architecture, communications, construction, cultural leadership, education, and financial management. To learn more about its numerous awards and building process, see the news story.
EngFemmes Survey
ENGFemmes is conducting a study funded by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada to investigate the perceived role of engineering for women and by women in society. To obtain a balanced perspective, they require input from diverse individuals. Consider participating in the survey and encourage your peers to participate too.
Professional Development Opportunities
Embracing Dimensions: Integrating Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Academic Science - September 18, 2020
Join the University of Manitoba's faculty of science for a virtual talk on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion with Dr. Imogen R. Coe from Ryerson University. For more information, see the University of Manitoba website.
The Orange Shirt Story - September 22, 2020
Every year on September 30, orange shirts are worn to honour residential school survivors. Orange Shirt Day grew out of Phyllis Webstad's story of having her shiny new orange shirt taken away on her first day of school at residential school. Join this virtual speaker program hosted by the First Nations House of Learning and the UBC Learning Circle to hear Phyllis tell her story. For more information, see the UBC Learning Circle website.
Building Code Course: Renovations and Upgrading to Existing Buildings - September 25, 2020
This session offered by the Winnipeg Construction Association covers the City of Winnipeg Building By-law, the Manitoba Building Code, and the Manitoba Fire Code requirements that pertain to renovations and upgrading of existing buildings in the City of Winnipeg. For more information, see the event listing.
Ingenium Conference - October 19-22, 2020
Save the date!
This year's Ingenium Professional Development Seminars will be hosted completely virtually, allowing attendees to join the event without even leaving home. To see the schedule and for more information, see the event listing.

Looking for more online training opportunities? Click here to access a full listing of training delivered online.