2026-04-30 News Notice

Deadline Extended: Call for 2026 Council Applications
The Nominating Committee is accepting nominations for individuals interested in serving on Council. This is an opportunity to play an active role in guiding the direction of Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba and contributing to its governance. Those who are interested are asked to complete the Council Application Form and submit it, along with their curriculum vitae (CV) to the attention of the Nominating Committee c/o the Association at Info@EngGeoMB.ca, or by other standard contact methods by the deadline. The deadline has been extended to Friday, May 15, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.. For more details and information, please see the Nominations for Council Elections.

CBA Competency Interpretation Statements for Engineering and Geoscience
The Association has released a new resource for applicants in the Competency-Based Assessment (CBA) process. The CBA Interpretation Statements for Engineering and Geoscience are intended to assist applicants when preparing their competency self-assessments by providing clarity on the evidence needed to demonstrate readiness for professional registration and licensure. Further information is available on the CBA webpage.

Have You Participated in the 2025 Salary Survey?
The 2025 Salary Survey is open for eligible practitioners to complete via a link in their online profile. Completing the survey provides practitioners, employers, and the public with information regarding engineers' and geoscientists' salaries and benefits in the Province of Manitoba. This information assists Association practitioners in understanding their compensation with respect to the local marketplace and enables comparisons with data from other practitioners. For access to the survey, please login to your online profile.

Making Links Engineering Classic (MLEC) 2026: Eary Bird Registration Ends This Sunday, May 3, 2026!
The annual Making Links Engineering Classic will take place at Quarry Oaks on Thursday, June 18, 2026, in support of the Price Faculty of Engineering at the University of Manitoba! To register for this event and for sponsorship opportunities, please see the full event listing.

Engineers Yukon & Carleton University Survey Invitation: Caregiving Skills & Professional Development in Engineering
Engineers Yukon, in partnership with Carleton University, is working on a research project concerning caregiving, engineering skills, and continuing professional development (CPD). The survey is looking for engineers who have been licensed to practice in Canada for two or more years, who also have caregiving responsibilities (e.g., childcare, eldercare, disability-care, medical-care etc.). As a token of appreciation, once you have completed the survey, you will have the option to enter a draw to win one of thirty $50 Amazon gift cards. For more information and to participate, please see the suvey page.

May 2026 Council Meeting - Thursday, May 14, 2026
Council invites professional members, interns, students, and any resident of the province of Manitoba to come and observe the May 2026 Council meeting. For more information and to register, please see the event listing.

Understanding Allyship Training - Thursday, May 21, 2026
Prairie Catalyst will facilitate a one-hour virtual introductory EDI training session on Understanding Allyship. Following the workshop, participants will gain a clear understanding of key EDI terminology, learn to recognize unconscious bias in their surroundings and workplace, and explore their role in addressing bias through active allyship. They will also identify practical ways to support everyday inclusion at work. For more information and to register, please see the full event listing.

2026 Volunteer Appreciation Night - Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Join us in celebrating our volunteers at the upcoming EngGeoMB Volunteer Appreciation Night at Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada! Enjoy an evening connecting with fellow volunteers while exploring the Royal Aviation Museum's aircraft, aviation artefacts, and interactive exhibits that share stories of flight and innovation connected to Manitoba and Northern Canada. Tickets are now available for all practitioners to buy online for the subsidized price of $15 plus GST each. For more information and to purchase your ticket for this event, please see the event listing. Note: If you volunteered with the Association this past year, contact Nathan Sun, Engagement and Outreach Coordinator, at Volunteer@EngGeoMB.ca to claim your complimentary ticket.