BC Securities Commission, APEGBC Sign Information Sharing Agreement
APEGBC and the BC Securities Commission (BCSC) have signed a Letter of Understanding that outlines the process for inter-agency cooperation and information exchanges between the Securities Commission and the Association in support of their respective mandates.
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APEGBC Sets Enforcement Strategy for 2011-2013
APEGBC has adopted an enforcement strategy for 2011-2013 aimed at reducing unregistered practice in BC. The strategy was approved by Council at its April meeting.
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Project Highlights Pictorial Deadline – Friday, May 6th
Innovation, the journal of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of BC, is inviting photo submissions for its 2010/2011 Project Highlights. This pictorial feature, published annually in our July/August issue, showcases the diverse activities of BC’s professional engineers and geoscientists both at home and abroad. The deadline to submit photos for inclusion is Friday, May 6, 2011.
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What's Your CPD Number?
APEGBC invites you to share your CPD story.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) takes many forms and we want to hear how APEGBC members from all disciplines reach their CPD goals. Are there CPD resources that you have come across that may be useful to your fellow members? Share your story and you will be entered to win one of three APEGBC professional development gift certificates, worth up to $500 each.
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Post-Secondary Entrance and Transfer Scholarships Available
The APEG Foundation is offering a number of entrance scholarships to BC high school graduates entering engineering or geoscience programs, and engineering transfer programs at BC universities, colleges, and university colleges. The deadline for submissions is June 27, 2011.
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Discipline Charges Dismissed – Surinder Puar, P.Eng., West Vancouver, BC
Charges of unprofessional conduct against Mr. Surinder Puar, P.Eng. have been dismissed by the Discipline Committee.
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Quebec Engineers Introduce Mandatory Continuing Professional Development
The Ordre des Ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ) has introduced a mandatory continuing professional development program for its members.
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Discipline and Enforcement

Suspension of Membership Extended – R. Bruce Cheadle, Victoria, BC
Under the terms of a Consent Order dated October 31, 2010, Mr. Cheadle's membership in the Association was suspended for six months and he was given six months to pay the Association for legal and investigation costs, failing which his suspension would continue until the monies were paid.
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Career Listings
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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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