The Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of BC regulates and governs the professions under the authority of the Engineers and Geoscientists Act by setting and maintaining high academic, experience and professional practice standards for all members. Individuals licensed by APEGBC are the only persons permitted by law to undertake, and assume responsibility for, engineering and geoscience projects in the province of BC.

Vision

To be the innovative regulatory leader respected by community and governments while striving for professional excellence through an engaged and supported membership.

Mission

To serve the public interest through the regulation of the practices of engineering and geoscience in British Columbia and, where consistent with this duty, promote the professions and protect the interests of members.

Core Values
These core values guide the Association:

• Professionalism (competency, integrity, ethical conduct)
• Relevance
• Economically, environmentally, and socially sustainable
• Fairness and inclusivity
• Accountability and transparency
• Service to community and the professions

Key Success Factors

• Understanding and focusing on our mission
• Upholding our core values
• Building and sustaining excellence within the Association
• Anticipating and responding to demands for the services of the Association
• Actively engaging members, government, and other stakeholders.
• Recognizing barriers and developing initiatives to close performance gaps
• Aligning and focusing organizational energy on achieving performance targets
• Improving business processes and technological support on a continuous basis

Strategic Goals

1. To uphold and protect the public interest in matters related to engineering and geoscience.
2. To earn public respect, trust and appreciation of the professions and the Association.
3. To advise and assist governments in achieving their policy objectives related to engineering and geoscience.
4. To engage and earn the respect, trust and appreciation of members and potential members.
5. Work to create an environment to attract people to and facilitate careers in professional engineering and geoscience.
6. To demonstrate best practices in organizational governance and management.
   

Strategic Service Plan

• 2011 to 2014 Strategic Service Plan