Announcements

***NEW*** PEGNL is looking for experienced professionals to help review the experience of those applying for licensure by serving as Volunteer Assessors in the Competency Based Assessment (CBA) framework. While all areas of expertise are welcome, we are looking for additional assessors with experience in mechanical engineering, process engineering and chemical engineering. If you have been licensed for at least 5 years and are interested in learning more about becoming an assessor, please apply on our website.

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***NEW*** The Nomination period for the PMI Newfoundland and Labrador Chapter 2026 General Election is open until July 30, 2026. The open positions and criteria/requirements for the roles can be found here.

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June 23, 2026 marks 115 years of International Women in Engineering Day, where we celebrate the outstanding achievements of women engineers and highlight the need for more women in the engineering workforce. Celebrating this day not only encourages women to enter engineering fields, but it highlights the need for a diverse workforce.

On this day, Advance Women in Engineering's annual virtual summit will take place, which promotes gender equity, diversity and inclusion in Canada’s engineering sector. Hosted by Canadian Consulting Engineer, this year’s event will provide an update and overview of current challenges and achievements, accompanied by special focus on immigrants’ experiences. There will be two keynote presentations, two engaging panel discussions and speaker-specific breakout sessions. For further information and to register, click here.

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        Courses & Events 

***NEW*** PEGNL is partnering with TechNest Community for T.E.A. in the Park 2026. An annual outdoor community mixer bringing together professionals, students, and innovators from across the technology, engineering, and creative industries in Newfoundland and Labrador. This year's event expands its scope to create a structured yet accessible space that fosters authentic collaboration, cross-disciplinary connections, and community engagement within NL's growing innovation ecosystem. The event is scheduled July 15, 2026 from 4pm to 7pm at Bannerman Park, St. John's. Registration is free, click here to register.

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In celebration of Pride month in June, Engineers Canada is excited to host a webinar - Thriving at Work: Practical Tools for Supporting Employee Wellbeing, June 24, 2026 at 12:00pm EST. More information including registration can be found here.

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PMI-CP and CSCE-MUN Announce a Partnered Webinar for June 25, 2026: "Water & Other Infrastructure Projects: Communities & Public Trust - How Governance Decisions Shape Projects & Outcomes“. Registration is free and further details are available here.

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The Project Management Institute Newfoundland and Labrador Chapter Annual Symposium and Silver Anniversary Gala will be held September 16 and 17, respectively. Registration is open at https://www.pminl.ca/symposium. Early bird pricing lasts until 31 July 2026. Issues with registration or other questions about the Symposium and Gala can be directed to info@pminl.ca.

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On June 29, 2026, learn about the Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund (AICLF). This ISANS-led initiative can help immigrants with permanent resident status or Canadian citizenship obtain training and certification in their chosen fields or related fields in their new home provinces. Register for the event here, for the one-hour webinar at 6:00pm ADT. Registration deadline is 5:00pm ADT June 26th.

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Society for Canadian Women in Science and Technology (SCWIST) will be hosting IGNITE St. John’s: STEM Networking Night, Thursday, July 16, 2026. An inclusive networking event designed to bring together students, early-career professionals, educators, employers, researchers, industry leaders, and community members working across STEM, trades, innovation, ocean technology, defence, and related sectors in Newfoundland and Labrador.

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WINSETT’s Fall Skill Builder Sessions start September 2026
WinSETT’s Skill Builder sessions are interactive, engaging, based on the latest information and best practices, and are facilitated by experienced engineers, scientists, tradespeople, educators, coaches, and technologists. Save 10% on Fall 2026 sessions by booking by July 15, 2026. Further information on the sessions can be seen here. Contact Dawn Leonard to discuss availability and book: executivedirector@winsett.ca.

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