News Release Archive

Jul 30, 2024, 11:40 AM by APEGA

Following the critical water main failure in Calgary, APEGA is conducting a practice review on the City of Calgary. The practice review will inquire into the city’s engineering processes and practices, and if the review indicates that unskilled practice or unprofessional conduct contributed to the water main failure, the matter will be referred for investigation.

Jul 3, 2024, 09:34 AM by Bailey Anderson

APEGA’s legal action regarding the title protection of "engineer," as it relates to "software engineer," has concluded with the Court of Appeal of Alberta determining APEGA's recent appeal application is moot and providing key clarifications.

Jul 2, 2024, 10:57 AM by Christopher Hyde

Peter Timmins, P.Eng., has resigned from his position as APEGA councillor, effective June 21, 2024, for personal reasons. We extend our sincere gratitude to Peter for his contributions to APEGA. Council has appointed professional engineer William (Bill) King to fill the seat until the next Council election.

May 2, 2024, 13:15 PM by Christopher Hyde

Nearly 1000 registrants attended the 2024 AGM on April 26, which included leadership updates, a new motion passed, and presentation of the 2024 APEGA Council, led by Tracey Stock, P.Eng. as the new APEGA President.

Apr 23, 2024, 11:41 AM by Christopher Hyde

Jay Nagendran, APEGA's registrar and chief executive officer announced he will retire and resign his position on April 30, 2025.

Mar 20, 2024, 10:30 AM by Christopher Hyde

APEGA voters have elected Terri Steeves, P.Eng., as their 2024-25 president-elect.

Mar 13, 2024, 08:41 AM by Bobbie Gaw

APEGA has announced the recipients of this year’s Summit Awards. The recipients will be celebrated at an in-person gala on April 25, 2024.

Jan 15, 2024, 14:16 PM by Bobbie Gaw

To maintain our ability to be a strong regulator and in response to the unpredictable economic climate, APEGA Council has made the difficult decision to increase registrant and permit holder dues for a second year, effective July 2024.

Dec 11, 2023, 15:07 PM by Bailey Anderson

After APEGA’s request to prevent Getty Images and Jobber Inc. from using the title software engineer was denied, APEGA has now filed a notice to appeal this ruling to seek clarity and address concerns about how this decision will adversely affect public safety.

Nov 10, 2023, 09:15 AM by Megan Braithwaite

On November 9, 2023, the Court of King's Bench Alberta issued a decision for the case of APEGA v. Getty Images Inc. and IStockphoto LP by its General Partner IStockphoto ULC and Octopussap Operating As Jobber.

Jul 1, 2023, 08:01 AM by Bailey Anderson

APEGA and the Alberta Association of Architects (AAA) have partnered to create a joint practice bulletin that will shed more light on building-envelope practice rights.

Jun 23, 2023, 14:48 PM by Bailey Anderson

Victoria Wishart, P.Eng., has stepped down as an APEGA councillor as of June 12. She has been an integral member of Council for the past two years, and we send her well wishes. Council has selected Devarsh Sood, P.Eng., to fill the vacancy until the 2024 election.

Jun 2, 2023, 10:45 AM by Bailey Anderson

APEGA congratulates Premier Danielle Smith and the United Conservative Party on their recent success in the Alberta election. APEGA looks forward to continuing to collaborate with the government to further enhance the public’s trust in the high standards of the professions.

Mar 16, 2023, 10:56 AM by User Not Found

Voters have spoken in the 2023 Council election, choosing Tracey Stock, P.Eng., as their 2023–24 president-elect.

Oct 14, 2022, 16:05 PM by Bailey Anderson

APEGA supports the innovation and diversification of Alberta’s economy, including the technology and software sectors. Engineers have always been key partners in such innovation and have helped provide Albertans with their high quality of life while ensuring their safety.

May 2, 2022, 17:25 PM by Bailey Anderson

A joint working group of APEGA and the Alberta Association of Architects, with support from Alberta Municipal Affairs and the Safety Codes Council, has updated the National Building Code (Alberta Edition) Schedules and created a user guide to assist stakeholders.

Mar 17, 2022, 16:07 PM by Tracey Comeau

Voters have spoken in the 2022 Council election, choosing Manon Plante, P.Eng.—a champion of active participation and engagement—as their 2022-2023 president-elect.

Nov 29, 2021, 12:19 PM by Jordan Allan

The certified results of this electronic vote show APEGA members are in favour of the proposed bylaw amendments to the Council nomination process.

Mar 18, 2021, 11:51 AM by User Not Found

Voters have spoken in the Council election and virtual meeting bylaw vote. Find out the results!

Jan 19, 2021, 16:14 PM by User Not Found

The Engineering and Geoscience Professions Act empowers APEGA to regulate the engineering and geoscience professions in Alberta. Currently, the Act authorizes APEGA to investigate unprofessional conduct and unskilled practice if a complaint is received in writing.