National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - September 30, 2023
September 30 is a federal statutory holiday for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day provides an opportunity to recognize and reflect on the legacy of residential schools in Canada. The day opens the door to global conversation about all aspects of the schools and is an opportunity bring people together in the spirit of reconciliation and honouring the experiences of Indigenous peoples.

Student Renewals Now Available Online
Students attending either the University of Manitoba or Brandon University are reminded to renew as a student with Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba for the 2023-2024 year. Students with the Association have access to a Competency-Based Assessment (CBA) Work Log, professional development learning modules, and receive weekly communication from the Association, among other benefits. To renew, students log into their online profile and review their anticipated graduation date, personal preferences, and to provide the renewal payment.

Annual General Business Meeting (AGM) - October 19, 2023
In accordance with By-law 13.4(a), all professional members and interns are invited to the 2023 Annual General Meeting of the Association. For this year, assessment candidates, licensees, and students are also invited by the President to observe the AGM. All are invited to register for the complimentary Recognition Lunch to be held in advance. Those entitled to be present for the meeting can choose whether to attend in-person at the RBC Convention Centre, or online via Zoom. To register, please see our event listing.

Appeal Committee - Multiple Positions
The Appeal Committee fulfills one of the core functions of Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba, as mandated by the Act and by-laws. Appeal Committee members determine, as a panel, whether to uphold, modify, or overturn decisions made by the Registration Committee, Registrar, or Investigation Committee, by hearing appeals made by applicants regarding registration decisions, and complainants regarding decisions made by the Investigation Committee. The Association is looking for professional members (P.Eng. and P.Geo.) who have ten or more years of professional practice experience, have knowledge of the Act and by-laws, and some knowledge of the judicial process to join the committee. Please review the call for volunteers for full details.

Competency-Based Assessors - Multiple Positions
EngGeoMB is seeking additional assessors, to conduct a final review of an applicant's Competency-Based Assessment (CBA) report, by providing their own ratings for each of the competencies, and make a recommendation on the applicant's readiness for professional registration. We are seeking professional members who are working in a supervisory capacity and are receiving remuneration on a full-time or regular basis (greater than 300 hours per calendar year) in all engineering and geoscience disciplines, but with a specific need in the following engineering disciplines: Biomedical (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical), Industrial, and Chemical. Please review the call for volunteers for full details.

How to Apply and Competency-Based Assessment (CBA) Session - October 4, 2023
Are you looking to apply for professional registration or licensure with Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba, need more information, or have questions? This hybrid session (virtual and in person) will be of interest to prospective applicants, new graduates, current interns, validators, assessors, and anyone interested in learning about how to apply for registration and Competency-Based Assessment (CBA). For more information and to register, please see the event listing.

Competency-Based Assessment Validator Session - October 11, 2023
Have you been asked by an intern (engineer-in-training or geoscientist-in-training) or licensee applicant of the Association to be a Validator for their competency-based assessment (CBA)? Are you currently a CBA Validator with questions about the process? This virtual session will outline what CBA validators need to know, how to validate competencies in the CBA process, and key information and considerations. For more information and to register, please see the event listing.

Infrastructure Resilience Professional (IRP) Credentialling Program - October 2023
The Climate Risk Institute offers professional development training in climate change risk, resilience and adaptation. With multiple courses available soon and throughout the fall, extend your learning on topics including the PIEVC Protocol for climate risk assessment, risk modelling and communication, climate law, and climate smart policy and procurement. CRI's associates and instructors are leaders in their fields, and the online learning environment blends self-paced and live sessions with instructors and peers. Find registration links and sign up for notifications at the Climate Risk Institute website.

ASHRAE: Carbon Reduction Seminar - October 4, 2023
Join ASHRAE for a day focused on reducing the carbon footprint of buildings in Manitoba. Together with local experts, this seminar aims to share knowledge and practical insights on the future of buildings. This will be a look from the ground up on how to help in the reduction of carbon. For more information and to register, please see the event listing.