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

Member Announcements – October 23

Announcement Date: 10.23.2026

Member Announcements – October 23

        Announcements

***NEW*** WISE NL is seeking expressions of interest from individuals who would like to join their Volunteer Board. For over 37 years, WISE NL has made meaningful impact in the recruitment and retention of women in STEM fields through the Student Summer Employment Program, Indigenous Youth Initiatives, Mentorship Program, Speaker Series events, and other programs. To learn about serving on the Board of WISE NL, click here. If you would like to serve on the Board, email a statement of interest and brief biography by Friday, October 30, 2026 to techsupport@wisenl.ca. Please include any prior WISE NL experience in your statement. 

        Courses & Events 

***NEW*** This Fall, WinSETT is offering two practical Skill Builders designed to give you tools you can use right away. Join WinSETT on November 25, 2026 from 10 AM MST for Self-Promotion Your Way, and on December 3, 2026 from 10 AM MST for Working with Challenging People.

***NEW*** Memorial University is pleased to invite you Tuesday, November 17, 2026, for the 2026 Toast to Hire Learning (TTHL), hosted by the Career Development Office, Student Life at Memorial University. This dynamic and engaging event offers a unique opportunity for employers to connect directly with some of Memorial's most talented students-tomorrow's leaders and innovators. Designed as a speed networking breakfast, the event fosters meaningful conversations, builds valuable connections, and celebrates the critical role employers play in supporting student success. Throughout the morning, you'll enjoy a complimentary breakfast while exchanging insights on recruitment, workforce transitions, and the evolving economy. You'll also gain valuable perspectives on the priorities, skills, and aspirations of the next generation of employees. To confirm your attendance, register before 5 PM on November  6, 2026. Click here to register.

***NEW*** Join Queen’s Executive Education and Smith Business Insight Tuesday, October 27, 2026 from 12 PM ET, for a 45-minute session titled AI Does (Not) Matter - What leaders do that technology can't, with Kathryn Brohman and Abayomi Baiyere of Smith School of Business. For more information and to register, click here.

The Student Design Hub (SDH) at Memorial University is inviting PEGNL members and their colleagues to the 5th Annual Student Design Showcase Pitch and Pick event, hosted on November 27, 2026. Each year, students develop innovative projects and prototypes, representing Memorial University and our province on national and international stages. This event is a unique opportunity for industry members, sponsors, and mentors to hear directly from the teams about how they plan to execute their big ideas. Support will help these students realize their visions, enabling them to travel and compete in prestigious design competitions worldwide. Click here to register your seat today!

Memorial University's St. John's Campus is hosting an Open House Thursday, October 29, 2026 from 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM in the Whale Atrium, Core Science Facility. Join them for an evening of exploration, conversation, and discovery. Meet the people who'll support your new journey, experience student life firsthand, and picture what your future at Memorial could look like. Click here for more details and updates.

The Ontario Geological Survey Virtual Showcase 2026 event exploring latest projects, geoscience activities, products and services is taking place November 24, 2026 from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM EST. To register for the virtual event, click here.

Climate Risk Institute offers training and professional development courses that will be of interest for those involved in the planning, design, procurement, operation and management of natural and built infrastructure.

Fall 2026 courses include:

  • Climate Adaptation and Resilience Professional Development Program for Forest Professionals in Canada: Oct. 26 - Dec. 11.
  • Climate Change Resilience for Building Sector Professionals: Nov. 9 - Dec. 13.
  • Climate Smart Policy and Procurement: Nov. 9 - Dec. 13.
  • Applied Climate Science for Infrastructure Practitioners: Nov. 16 - Dec. 20.
  • PIEVC Protocol Training: Dec. 1 - Dec. 2.

Recording now available of Engineers Canada’s Pathway to Engineering program webinar entitled “Licensure 101: What Every Engineering Student Needs to Know”.  To view the webinar, click here.

The 34th Annual Newfoundland Electrical and Computer Engineering Conference (NECEC), will take place on November 12, 2026, at the Holiday Inn St. John’s Conference Centre in St. John’s. The conference brings together researchers, engineers, students, industry professionals, startups, and technical teams to share innovation, applied research, and engineering work across Newfoundland and Labrador. For further information and to register click here.

Municipalities Newfoundland & Labrador's 2026 Conference, Trade Show and AGM is scheduled November 5 to 7, in St. John's. Join Municipalities Newfoundland and Labrador (MNL) to celebrate 75 years of municipal progress while also gaining knowledge and making the connections essential to effective, meaningful municipal work. The event will feature engaging sessions, networking opportunities, industry exhibitors, and important discussions on the future of municipalities, providing attendees with valuable insights, connections, and ideas to bring back to their communities. For further information and to register, click here.

Newfoundland and Labrador's Premier Mineral Exploration and Mining Conference and Exhibition is taking place November 3 to 6, 2026 at the Delta Hotel, St. John’s. A collaborative event between the Newfoundland and Labrador Branch of the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM) and the Department of Energy and Mines, Government of Newfoundland and Labrador. For further information and to register click here.

 

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