APEGA regulates engineering and geoscience

Our main regulatory function is licensing individuals and companies that want to practise engineering and geoscience in Alberta.

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Published discipline decisions

APEGA registrants are required to practise engineering and geoscience skilfully, ethically, and professionally. APEGA investigates written complaints from registrants and the public.

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Regulatory

  • Discipline Decisions & Orders

    APEGA publishes discipline decisions and recommended discipline orders resulting from unprofessional conduct or unskilled practice by registrants.

  • Standards, Bulletins, and Guidelines

    APEGA's practice standards, bulletins, and guidelines explain the roles and responsibilities of professional members.

  • APEGA Annual Report

    Each spring, prior to the annual general meeting, APEGA produces a report of its activities, statistics, and finances, which it submits to the Government of Alberta.

  • Professional Practice Management Plan (PPMP)

    Enforceable as of May 1, 2023, this practice standard outlines the required parts of an APEGA permit holder's PPMP.

  • Continuing Professional Development

    This mandatory program ensures the health, safety, and welfare of the public by requiring that professionals engage in lifelong learning on an annual basis.

  • Good Standing

    Learn about APEGA's criteria for determining whether members and permit holders are considered in good standing.

News

News

  • Proposed Guideline Withdrawal | Feedback Opportunity

    APEGA is proposing to withdraw the Guideline for Contract Employees and Independent Contractors. Registrants and the public have the opportunity to submit feedback on the proposed withdrawal from May 1 until noon on June 30.
  • Ivan Finlay Leadership Award

    Congratulations to the 2026 Ivan Finlay Award Recipients

    APEGA is proud to announce the 10 students receiving the 2026 Ivan Finlay Leadership Award, presented to undergraduate and graduate engineering or geoscience students who demonstrate strong leadership in their campus, community, or professional activities.

Events

  • Webinar | Roles and Responsibilities of Validators

    This session will provide an overview of the roles and responsibilities of validators in the application process.

  • Calgary Branch | Networking and Pickleball Lesson

    Looking for a fun way to stay active, network with fellow APEGA members, and learn one of the fastest-growing sports in North America? Join the Calgary Branch for an exciting two-hour group pickleball lesson!

  • Webinar | Engineering Judgement in Isolation Planning

    Single-block isolations are common requests in oil and gas operations, but they can carry real risk. This practical, one-hour webinar will give engineers a clear lens on how to approach the review of an alternative isolation plan. Join the Peace Region Branch for this event.

  • Webinar | Electrical Utility Distribution Network Challenges

    This discussion will provide participants with insight on how electric utility distribution grids can respond and adapt to a new and significant electrical loading created by the charging of EVs. Join the Lethbridge Branch for this event.

  • Calgary Branch | Dinner and Dance Lesson

    Join the Calgary Branch to network while enjoying a Chinese 10-course dinner followed by a dance lesson.