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 | |  | Last Call: Be the One on Stage at the 2026 Summit Awards Next April, APEGA will honour up to 10 professional engineers and geoscientists whose exceptional contributions advance the professions and inspire others. This is your chance to have your work—or the work of a colleague—recognized for professional, technical, or community impact. Time is running out—the nomination deadline is September 15. Don’t miss your opportunity to nominate yourself, a peer, or a project today. | | BRANCH EVENTS
| | Webinar | Engineering Opportunities in Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems 9/17/2025 12:00 p.m. Remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS), more commonly known as "drones," are rapidly becoming essential across engineering disciplines. This session introduces engineers to the role of drones in modern engineering practice, from operations like site monitoring and inspection to environmental sensing and infrastructure mapping. This event is brought to you by the Medicine Hat Branch—everyone is welcome to attend. Webinar | Energy Transition with Hydrogen and CCUS 9/18/2025 7:00 p.m. Hydrogen and carbon capture utilization and storage (CCUS) adaptation will lead to a sustainable and cleaner future. Join us for a webinar to learn more. This event is brought to you by the Fort McMurray Branch—everyone is welcome to attend. | | APEGA EVENTS
| Webinar | Oilpatch to Energy Garden: Energy in Transition 9/16/2025 12:00 p.m. This session explores the meaning of energy transition, emerging technologies, and the people and workplaces needed to support a thriving net-zero future. Webinar | How to Support the Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act 9/18/2025 12:00 p.m. This session will discuss using adjudication as a process to resolve disputes during construction. Webinar | Building Strategic International Partnerships 9/23/2025 9:00 a.m. This session explores how to initiate and manage international partnerships with high-risk countries while adhering to Canada’s National Security Guidelines for Research Partnerships. | |  | APEGA Calgary Office Permanent Closure September 15 | As previously announced, APEGA Council has decided to close our Calgary office location. Since that announcement, a sublease has been secured, and as a result, the Calgary office will be permanently closed as of Monday, September 15. |
|  | Don't Miss Your Chance To Submit a Council Application | We’re looking for exceptional engineering and geoscience professionals to help lead APEGA into the future! If you’ve ever thought about getting more involved, now’s the time. Apply by Thursday, September 18, at 4:30 p.m. |
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|  | Associate Minister of Multiculturalism Yaseen Joins Calgary Branch Golf Tournament | Associate Minister Muhammad Yaseen, MBA, professional engineer and long-time APEGA registrant, joined the Calgary Branch golf tournament to bring greetings on behalf of the Government of Alberta. At the reception alongside APEGA President Terri Steeves, FEC, FGC (Hon.), P.Eng., ICD.D, he lauded professionals for their contributions to the economy, industry, and Alberta's communities. Thank you for your continued support of the professions! |
|  | Dig Into the Fun at the Rock & Fossil Clinic | Calling all explorers! On October 4, bring your family to APEGA’s Rock & Fossil Clinic for a day packed with discovery. Meet real-life geoscientists, get hands-on experience with amazing rocks, minerals, and fossils, and bring in your own treasures to find out what they really are!
Sign up by October 1—or join the adventure by volunteering or sponsoring the event.
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| Whether engineers and geoscientists are born or made, it’s crucial to connect with them early. In 2024, more than 800 volunteers supported APEGA’s K–12 outreach events, including the annual Rock & Fossil Clinic and Science Olympics, which attracted a record 2,081 grade 1–12 students (a 21 per cent increase from 2023) eager for a taste of their potential future careers. | |
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| | Volunteer with the Gas Sub-Council
APEGA is seeking an experienced professional member who is active in the residential gas industry and familiar with the related codes to serve as an APEGA representative on the Gas Sub-Council of the Safety Codes Council. Join the Investigative Committee APEGA is seeking volunteers with expertise in structural or electrical engineering to join the Investigative Committee. Make an Impact with Your Branch Executive Committee Each year, APEGA appoints up to 15 volunteers to each of our 10 Branch Executive Committees. Volunteering with your local branch is a great way to get to know other professionals in your region and expand your network. |
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| | | Save on Life Insurance and Health Spending Accounts with Garrett Agencies
| Garrett Agencies helps APEGA registrants save with exclusive insurance rates and no set-up fees on health spending accounts. | |
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| The 36th ASTech Awards Opening Ceremony – On September 19, join ASTech at the University of Alberta for an exciting evening dedicated to showcasing Alberta’s top innovators, connecting industry leaders, and celebrating the province’s thriving tech and science ecosystem. This interactive networking and showcase event is your first opportunity to meet the 2025 ASTech Awards finalists.
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