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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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.

APEGA Nexus Returns June 2022

After a successful inaugural year, APEGA Nexus is returning in 2022. Join hundreds of engineering and geoscience professionals for two days of expert-led sessions on June 8 and 9. This year’s conference hosts three exciting keynote presentations and 25 sessions across five streams—science and technology, practice and regulation, careers and employment, business and leadership, and research and innovation. 

SECURE YOUR SPOT

The conference kicks off with Col. Chris Hadfield’s keynote presentation, Preparing for the Unexpected. On day two, Dr. Maydianne CB Andrade, FRCGS, takes the virtual centre stage and challenges the status quo with her presentation, Unconscious Bias and Challenges to Fair Assessment. Murray Smith wraps up the conference with Headwinds and Tailwinds, a discussion on the way forward for Alberta’s energy sector while tackling the complexity of change. 

Curate a Fulfilling Conference Experience

Build a conference schedule aligned with your professional development aspirations. With 25 sessions to choose from, you can expect to gain confidence in your career goals, understand professional requirements, update your technical know-how, and get inspired by industry leaders.  Connect with attendees in the live networking events and exhibits in the virtual expo. Contact us to become a sponsor or to secure your virtual trade show booth. 

 

Participate in the Expo Free of Charge 

Are you interested in getting your work in front of hundreds of professionals? Submit a poster abstract—a 15-minute video or PowerPoint presentation—free of charge to be included in the poster showcase. The deadline to submit your poster is April 4. These presentations will be viewed by attendees throughout the conference and will be available on demand until Sept. 9, 2022.

Image of generic certificateEarn While You Learn 

With so much great conference content, you won’t want to miss a thing! We are giving attendees on-demand access to the sessions—excluding the keynote presentations—until Sept. 9, 2022.

That means you can earn over 50 continuing professional development hours, all at your own pace. Downloadable completion certificates are also available. 

Take advantage of early bird pricing, available until May 2. 

APEGA supports the ongoing development of our members. Discounts are available to APEGA members who are unemployed or underemployed. Contact APEGA’s Professional Development team for more information. 

Do You Want to Attend APEGA Nexus for Free? 

Volunteer as a virtual networking host at the conference and attend the conference for free. Get more information and apply today. 

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APEGA Nexus Returns June 2022

After a successful inaugural year, APEGA Nexus is returning in 2022. Join hundreds of engineering and geoscience professionals for two days of expert-led sessions on June 8 and 9. This year’s conference hosts three exciting keynote presentations and 25 sessions across five streams—science and technology, practice and regulation, careers and employment, business and leadership, and research and innovation. 

SECURE YOUR SPOT

The conference kicks off with Col. Chris Hadfield’s keynote presentation, Preparing for the Unexpected. On day two, Dr. Maydianne CB Andrade, FRCGS, takes the virtual centre stage and challenges the status quo with her presentation, Unconscious Bias and Challenges to Fair Assessment. Murray Smith wraps up the conference with Headwinds and Tailwinds, a discussion on the way forward for Alberta’s energy sector while tackling the complexity of change. 

Curate a Fulfilling Conference Experience

Build a conference schedule aligned with your professional development aspirations. With 25 sessions to choose from, you can expect to gain confidence in your career goals, understand professional requirements, update your technical know-how, and get inspired by industry leaders.  Connect with attendees in the live networking events and exhibits in the virtual expo. Contact us to become a sponsor or to secure your virtual trade show booth. 

 

Participate in the Expo Free of Charge 

Are you interested in getting your work in front of hundreds of professionals? Submit a poster abstract—a 15-minute video or PowerPoint presentation—free of charge to be included in the poster showcase. The deadline to submit your poster is April 4. These presentations will be viewed by attendees throughout the conference and will be available on demand until Sept. 9, 2022.

Image of generic certificateEarn While You Learn 

With so much great conference content, you won’t want to miss a thing! We are giving attendees on-demand access to the sessions—excluding the keynote presentations—until Sept. 9, 2022.

That means you can earn over 50 continuing professional development hours, all at your own pace. Downloadable completion certificates are also available. 

Take advantage of early bird pricing, available until May 2. 

APEGA supports the ongoing development of our members. Discounts are available to APEGA members who are unemployed or underemployed. Contact APEGA’s Professional Development team for more information. 

Do You Want to Attend APEGA Nexus for Free? 

Volunteer as a virtual networking host at the conference and attend the conference for free. Get more information and apply today. 

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