Use of Professional Seal on Tender Documents
APEGBC is periodically contacted regarding the need to seal tender documents. APEGBC’s position is that tender documents containing information involving the practice of engineering and geoscience must be sealed with signature and date by the APEGBC professional responsible.
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New Quality Management Guidelines on the Way
Six new quality management guidelines have been submitted to Council for approval. In conjunction with Quality Management Bylaw 14(b), the guidelines provide guidance and establish a standard of care for members to follow in their practices.
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Change to City of Vancouver Permit Application Requirements for Part 3 Buildings – ASHRAE 90.1 – 2007
The City of Vancouver has recently expanded its documentation requirements for building permit applications to include ASHRAE 90.1 – 2007 for all new construction covered under Part 3 of the BC Building Code.
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Industry Professionals Asked to Weigh in on BCBC Part 10
The BC Building and Safety Standards Branch is seeking feedback from industry professionals on implementation and compliance with the BC Building Code Part 10.
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Call for Applications: Climate Change and Adaptation Advisory Group
APEGBC is currently seeking applications from qualified members for the APEGBC Climate Change and Adaptation Advisory Group. The group will be responsible for advising APEGBC Council on matters related to climate change and adaptation.
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Continuing Professional Development Committee Seeks Volunteers
APEGBC’s CPD Committee is seeking new volunteers. The committee advises on policies, needs and opportunities for members’ professional development; and provides oversight and monitoring of the implementation of the CPD program.
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Engineers Canada Seeks Survey Responses on Climate Change and Infrastructure
Engineers Canada is undertaking an online survey regarding the state of awareness about the challenges that the changing climate poses for Canada’s civil infrastructure. Engineers practising in transportation, buildings, water, energy, and resource exploration, extraction and processing are encourged to participate.
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Discipline and Enforcement

Cleo Faus "Kip" Gaudry - Former Member, White Rock, BC
Information was received that Mr. Gaudry had been charged under section 163.1 of the Canadian Criminal Code for possession of child pornography. That information was referred to the Investigation Committee of the Association.
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Career Listings
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President’s Awards – Call for Nominations
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2012 President’s Awards. The deadline for nominations is Friday, April 13, 2012.
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Submissions Invited for 2012 APEGBC Environmental and Sustainability Awards
Nominations are now being accepted for APEGBC's Environmental Awards and Sustainability Award. The deadline for initial 500-word nominations is March 2, 2012.
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New CPD Online Recording Centre Now Available
The CPD recording centre provides members with a convenient and secure place to track their professional development hours.
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National Engineering and Geoscience Month Events
March is National Engineering and Geoscience Month (NEGM), an annual initiative to raise awareness about the important role the professions play in society. See the list of NEGM events currently planned for 2012.
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APEGBC Presents: The 2012 Science Games!
Part of National Engineering and Geoscience Month, the 2012 Science Games will gather teams of students from Grades 1 to 6 to explore the principles of science and engineering hands-on.
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Call for 2012 Annual Conference Presenters
APEGBC is seeking presenters for technical, business, managerial and personal development topics for its 2012 conference in Victoria, BC, October 25-27, 2012.
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Opportunity for Internationally Trained Engineers to Receive Iron Ring
Iron Ring Camp 23 will hold its Ritual of the Calling of an Engineer Ceremony in Victoria on March 10, 2012. Particpation in the ceremony is open to eligible internationally trained engineers.
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APEGBC Affinity Program – Latest Offers Available
View some of the current discounts and offers available to you as a member of APEGBC.
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