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 | |  | Prepare for Liftoff at the 2027 Science Olympics At the APEGA Science Olympics, students in grades 1–12 take on fun, hands-on problems inspired by the real world and this year’s theme, Interstellar Innovation. Gather your crew and launch into practical engineering and geoscience challenges designed to spark problem solving and creativity. Registration is now open for these exciting events taking place in Edmonton on February 13 and Calgary on May 29. | | BRANCH EVENTS
| | Webinar | The Essential Role of Flow and Energy Metering 9/23/2026 12:00 p.m. This presentation will explore the essential role of flow and energy metering in HVAC and hydronic systems, focusing on how accurate measurement drives efficiency, reliability, and compliance. Join the Edmonton Branch for this event. Webinar | Digital Nomads, Expats, and Cross-Border Mobility Transition Planning 10/7/2026 11:30 a.m. This session explores how expats can understand their digital financial footprints, identify potential transition risks, and prepare for successful mobility transitions. Join the Calgary Branch for this event. Webinar | Beyond the Finish Line: Building Health and Resilience 10/14/2026 7:00 p.m. This presentation shares Sajith Thoppil Prakasan’s journey to completing IRONMAN Texas. Sajith shares his experience as a long-distance athlete/professional engineer to encourage others to be active and live healthier, more productive lives. Join the Fort McMurray Branch for this event. Webinar | Methane in Alberta's Oil and Gas Sector 10/28/2026 11:00 a.m. In this one-hour session, attendees will learn why methane matters, where it actually comes from, and how rapidly evolving detection and measurement technologies are reshaping inventories and reporting frameworks. Join the Calgary Branch for this event. Webinar | From Models to Agents: Applied AI and Data Science in Energy 10/29/2026 12:00 p.m. This session will cover artificial intelligence and data science using practical, production-scale use cases, including satellite-based computer vision for operational and emissions monitoring, machine learning for cost benchmarking, and advanced forecasting and economic models for power markets and renewables. Join the Calgary Branch for this event. | | APEGA EVENTS
| Webinar | How Credit Really Works 9/29/2026 12:00 p.m. How Credit Really Works provides a practical understanding of credit scores, credit reports, and borrowing, helping participants build healthy credit habits and make informed financial decisions that support their long-term financial goals. Webinar | Improve Your Writing with AI 10/6/2026 9:00 a.m. This four-hour session helps participants improve technical writing and communication skills while leveraging AI tools to generate, refine, and adapt content more efficiently for different audiences. Webinar | Amine and Glycol Recycling in the Gas-Treating Industry 10/14/2026 12:00 p.m. This webinar examines how chemical and thermal degradation of amine and glycol solvents impacts gas‑treating operations and explores purification and reclamation strategies to support reliable, efficient, and sustainable plant performance. | |  | Is Your Annual Renewal in October? | The transition to the revised Continuing Professional Development (CPD) practice standard continues. If your annual renewal is in October, the new CPD requirements will be assigned to you on October 1, 2026, in the myAPEGA portal.
If your CPD requirements were assigned in November 2025, they will become enforceable starting November 1, 2026. CPD requirements for all licensed professionals become enforceable one year after they are first assigned. |
|  | Practice Notice on the Use of Artificial Intelligence | APEGA publishes practice notices to provide general advice and guidance to licensed professionals on emerging trends and issues in the engineering and geoscience professions in Alberta.
Artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly become a part of many people’s day-to-day lives. Licensed professionals working in engineering or geoscience who use AI tools in their practices must continue to meet their ethical and professional obligations under the Engineering and Geoscience Professions Act, the General Regulation, and APEGA’s bylaws, as well as published practice standards and the Rules of Conduct outlined in the Code of Ethics.
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|  | Dig Into Geoscience | Bring your family to APEGA's Rock & Fossil Clinic on October 3! You’ll meet real geoscientists, explore fascinating rock, mineral, and fossil collections, and have your own rocks and fossils examined by a professional. Join the adventure or make an impact on the next generation by volunteering or signing up to be a sponsor. |
|  | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation | APEGA will be closed on Wednesday, September 30 to acknowledge the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. APEGA registrants receive a discount on the 4 Seasons of Reconciliation professional development course from First Nations University of Canada. The three-hour multimedia course explores the history and culture of Indigenous Peoples and the importance of reconciliation, with a focus on building a renewed relationship between Indigenous Peoples and Canadians. |
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