Mandatory Continuing Professional Development – Bylaw Vote This Fall
The Professional Renewal Task Force recently reviewed APEGBC’s Continuing Professional Development program and recommended that Council support the implementation of a mandatory CPD program. Council passed the recommended motion and directed that a bylaw be drafted to implement a mandatory CPD program for Council approval and member ratification.
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City of Burnaby Requires Designated Structural Engineer for Part 3 Buildings
Effective June 15, 2000, consistent with the Housing Statutes Amendment Act, the City of Burnaby is requiring that a Designated Structural Engineer (Struct.Eng.) be retained to act as the Structural Engineer of Record for new, or additions to, Part 3 buildings as defined by the BC Building Code.
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Ceremony Recognizes New Professional Members
On June 18, the Association welcomed about 50 new P.Eng. and P.Geo. members to its ranks at a ceremony in Vancouver at the Sutton Place Hotel. The member induction ceremony is an opportunity for the Association to honour new professional members in the company of their colleagues, peers, family, and friends.
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Science and Technology Summer Activities for Kids
A bright future in science starts with great learning experiences. During the summer months, educational and recreational day camps can be a fantastic way to introduce your child to science and technology in an active and entertaining environment.
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APEGBC Affinity Program Update - Latest Offers Available to Members
APEGBC works with a number of service providers so that members can access better pricing on products and services. View some of the current offers available to you as a member of APEGBC.
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APEGBC Annual Conference & AGM 2009
Registration is now open for our 2009 Annual Conference & AGM. The conference will take place at the Victoria Conference Centre, located in downtown Victoria, BC from October 15-17, 2009.
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If you are interested in becoming a sponsor of the 2009 APEGBC Annual Conference, please contact Tracy Frazer at (604) 412-4879 or tfrazer@apeg.bc.ca. Opportunities for exhibiting at the conference are also available; for more information please contact Tim Verigin at (604) 412-4872, or tverigin@apeg.bc.ca.

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