Applying to Become an APEGA Member
APEGA serves the Alberta public by regulating the practices of engineering and geoscience on behalf of the Government of Alberta through the Engineering and Geoscience Professions Act.
One of APEGA’s core regulatory functions is to license members and permit holders to independently practise engineering, geoscience, or both in Alberta. If you are not licensed and are practising in Alberta, you must work under the supervision of a licensed member.
Support for Newcomers to Canada
If you are an internationally trained engineer or geoscientist planning to apply to APEGA, resources are available to help you understand the registration process, including academic credential evaluation, application requirements, and steps towards licensure. You can also read success stories from newcomers to Canada who have successfully navigated the application process.
APEGA Membership Types
There are four APEGA membership types you can apply for.
Below is an overview of each and the licensure requirements.
Before you begin your application, please note that APEGA does not provide pre-evaluations or advice about application requirements, such as education or experience.
To be considered for licensure, you must submit an application and complete the full review process. APEGA’s Board of Examiners (BOE) makes licensure decisions.
Depending on your qualifications, the BOE may require you to complete exams or obtain additional experience.
Professional Member
Professional members have the education and experience to practise engineering or geoscience. If approved, you may use the designation professional engineer (P.Eng.), professional geoscientist (P.Geo.), or both.
Professional Licensee
Professional licensees may practise within a clearly defined scope based on the acquired work experience and the completed education. If approved, you may use the designation professional licensee (engineering) (P.L.(Eng.)) or professional licensee (geoscience) (P.L.(Geo.)).
Licensee
Licensees have the education and experience to practise engineering or geoscience but are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents. If approved, you may use the designation professional engineer (P.Eng.), professional geoscientist (P.Geo.), or both.
Member-in-Training
Members-in-training have met the academic requirements but need more work experience to qualify for full membership. If approved, you may use the designation engineer-in-training (E.I.T.) or geoscientist-in-training (G.I.T.).
myAPEGA Portal
Before you can start an application with APEGA, you need to create a myAPEGA account. You will use this account to apply for membership and manage your information.
- Create a myAPEGA account if you don't already have one.
- After logging in to myAPEGA, click Membership in the blue navigation bar, then select Become a Member.
- Select Determine Your Application Type.
- Answer the five questions to identify the type of application you need.
- After confirming you are eligible to apply for your chosen membership type, click Submit.
You'll then be able to review the next steps for your application type. Follow the instructions to complete your application.
Communicating with APEGA
APEGA uses a detailed and thorough review process to protect the public and maintain high professional standards. The length of the review process may vary depending on your application and the completeness of the information you provide.
APEGA provides estimated review timelines for each application type.
We understand that application delays can be frustrating. While maintaining high standards, we make every effort to process applications as efficiently as possible.
APEGA fosters an environment of respect. Our staff members communicate in a professional, prompt, and courteous manner, and we expect the same level of professionalism from those we serve.