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Volunteer Positions

With the Association

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 committee is looking for additional professional members (P.Eng. & 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. [more]

Canadian Geoscience Standards Council - P.Geo. Representative Seeking a P.Geo. Member Representative for the Canadian Geoscience Standards Council -

The Association is currently seeking a registered Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.) member to serve as a representative on Geoscientists Canada's Canadian Geoscience Standards Council (CGSC).

CGSC provides a forum for P.Geo.'s, appointed by regulator members, to have regular discussions on matters concerning admission to the profession, and to advise Geoscientists Canada and the professional geoscience practice regulators on admission requirements and standards for the profession. It is a committee of Geoscientists Canada, which is accountable to and reports to the Board of Directors.

The CGSC membership is a mix of geoscience educators and practitioners from each province and territory, who together, consider the complete spectrum of competencies necessary for admission to the profession. Members must be registered professional geoscientists (P.Geo.).

The term of office is two years, renewable twice to a maximum of six years. Meetings (hybrid - in person or Zoom) occur at least twice per year, or more as needed.

If interested, please submit a resume by Friday, April 26, 2024, to the Volunteer Coordinator.

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: Civil (hydrology, water resources), Mechanical (HVAC), Biomedical, and Industrial. [more]

Association Committees Committees cover a wide variety of Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba functions. If a committee is looking to fill a specific vacancy they will post an item on this page.

Association Chapters Chapters are active and diverse, with many opportunities to lend a hand. Contact each chapter for details.

Regardless of the current calls for volunteers, you can submit the volunteer application form to register your interests, which we can review when a specific need arises.

Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba Volunteer Application Form (PDF)

Other Volunteering Opportunities

Refer to each organization's website for the most current information:

Canadian Executive Services Organization (CESO) Seeking professional Engineers with an ISO / Quality Management & Manufacturing background to provide consulting experience to client businesses and organizations in developing nations, new free markets, and Canadian Aboriginal communities.
Commitment: Approx. 1-3 weeks per assignment.
Compensation: We pay all assignment related expenses and insurance.

Engineers Without Borders Help developing communities help themselves, such as provide them with cleaner water and access to useful technology.

The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Winnipeg Section Network with peers and learn new technical skills by joining the world's leading professional association for technological advancement. The Winnipeg section includes Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario.

International HOPE Canada Inc. All are welcome to refurbish medical equipment on Wednesday and Saturday mornings. This equipment will be shipped internationally, wherever it's needed.

Junior Achievement of Manitoba Seeking professionals to help high school students undertake entrepreneurial projects. Consider volunteering for a specific Junior Achievement program, such as the Company Program.

Manitoba Schools' Science Symposium To keep this familiar and fun educational event running, join the Symposium's Board of Directors or planning committee.

Public Policy Forum (PPF) Improve the Canadian government by improving communication between public, private, and voluntary sectors. The PPF is independent and not-for-profit.

Tetra Society of North America Tetra is a non-profit organization that assists individuals with disabilities to help them gain greater independence, quality of life and inclusion, by matching up volunteers and clients to design and build customized assistive devices. Tetra is always looking for volunteers who are interested in working with the clients to help them overcome a particular mobility related obstacle. All the projects created volunteers are covered by insurance.

International Centre for Technical & Vocational Education & Training (UNEVOC) Help Member States of the United Nations develop practices and policies to make sure their education systems match the needs of the working world.

Volunteer Canada Increase volunteerism and civic participation by contributing to ongoing programs, special projects, and national initiatives.

Volunteer Manitoba Strengthen communities by working with all kinds of partners, including government, researchers, and businesses, to name a few.

Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce By increasing the Chamber's membership and by sharing any ideas and expertise you have, you will improve the prospect for local businesses to network and to earn more customers.