PEGNL – Professional Engineers and Geoscientists Newfoundland and Labrador
PEGNL – Professional Engineers and Geoscientists Newfoundland and Labrador

Member Announcements – April 17

Announcement Date: 04.17.2026

Member Announcements – April 17

         Announcements

PEGNL will be holding its Annual General Meeting virtually on May 8, 2026 from 12:00pm – 2:00pm NDT. Registration details have been emailed to members. Submissions to the AGM agenda are due April 17, 2026, the form with which to note your proposed AGM agenda item and member support can be found here.

The PEGNL Board of Directors Election is open. Members have received an email from the election system provider, with instructions on how to vote. Voting is open until April 30, 2026.

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Memorial University invites applications for the Canada Impact+ Research Chairs (CIRC) competition targeting Trustworthy, Quantum-Resilient AI for Cyber-Physical Infrastructure. The CIRC program is a one-time-only initiative, funded by the Government of Canada, designed to recruit top-tier international researchers with expertise in key areas addressing critical national and global challenges. For further information and to apply, click here.

WISE NL is accepting Student applications for the 2026 Student Summer Employment Program (SSEP). SSEP is 7-week paid work opportunity open to female Grade 11 students across Newfoundland and Labrador, as well as Grade 10 students in Labrador. Students gain STEM-related work experience, go on workplace tours and join in on fun networking and social events! To learn more click here. Applications are open until Friday, April 17, 2026.

National Professional Practice & Ethics Exam (NPPE) registration deadline is April 24, 2026. Obtain further information here.

        Courses & Events 

***NEW*** WinSETT is offering a virtual session titled "Self-Promotion: Your Way" Tuesday, May 5, 2026. During this session, registrants will:

  • Clarify and define your unique value proposition
  • Develop a confident, authentic approach to self-promotion
  • Practice delivering a pitch that leaves a lasting impression

For further information click here. Registration closes May 4, 2026.

***NEW*** Upcoming webinars from PVC Pipe Association include:

Registration is open for the 2026 International Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism (EDI-AR) Conference! This conference will bring together students, staff, researchers, faculty, community leaders and industry professionals from around the globe in the fields of equity, diversity, inclusion and anti-racism. This event will be held from Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Memorial University. For more information or to register please click here.

The ASHRAE Halifax Chapter is excited to announce their first ASHRAE Newfoundland and Labrador Section event! Christopher DesRoches will be the Distinguished Lecturer giving a talk about Fuel-Switching Hydronic Systems with Air-to-Water Heat Pumps. ASHRAE members, non-members and students can register for this event here. Use the discount code "newfoundlandrocks" to receive a 50% discount available to all attendees.

Energy NL's Conference & Exhibition will take place June 2 to 4, 2026, at the St. John's Convention Centre, St. John's, NL. PEGNL will be attending as an exhibitor and welcome the opportunity to continue our outreach efforts with stakeholder groups.

The Central MinEx Mineral Industry Showcase is an initiative by the Gander and Area Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Town of Gander. This conference and trade show event will promote exciting dialogue featuring industry thought leaders, technical experts, suppliers and the local business community to exchange ideas and ignite new opportunities in the mineral exploration and development sector. The conference program features a Trade Show, Prospectors’ Tent, Core Shack, and Networking Events.

The conference and trade show is scheduled April 20 - 23, 2026 at Steele Community Centre 155 Airport Boulevard Gander, NL.

For further information and to register please click here.

NLCA Build 2026 Expo is taking place May 6 - 7, 2026, at Jack Byrne Regional Sport and Entertainment Centre. NL's Largest Commercial and Industrial Construction Trade event showcasing the latest equipment advances & newest technology applications in different aspects of the commercial and industrial construction industry. For the event itinerary and to register online, visit NLCA BUILD 2026 EXPO - Newfoundland and Labrador Construction Association.

Pathway to Engineering is hosting a webinar "Celebrating Engineering Licensure: Your Gateway to Possibility" May 5 1:30 to 2:30 pm NST. The webinar outlines how licensure unlocks opportunities that go beyond the classroom: from leading prestigious projects and advancing your design vision, to gaining mobility across provinces and around the world. It’s your springboard for leadership roles, credibility as a mentor, and the professional recognition that sets you apart. At this event, you’ll hear directly from young professionals, EITs, and practicing engineers about how licensure opened doors in their careers. To learn more and to register click here.

 

We welcome you to email pegnl@pegnl.ca with any feedback you may have on this Member Announcement.