Announcements

***NEW*** Geoscientists Canada is pleased to announce the release of the publication, "Insights into the Usage of AI Tools for Professional Geoscientists – Overview and Best Practices". Developed by its dedicated Professional Practice Committee, this resource represents an important step in commitment to providing practical tools and knowledge for the geoscience community. Click here to view the publication.

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***NEW*** The presentation by Randy Herrmann, P. Eng., FEC, on "Decolonizing Engineering" is now available to members on the PEGNL Learning Platform.

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***NEW*** Call for volunteers. PEGNL’s Connections East group are looking for additional volunteers. The group formed by volunteer engineers and geoscientists, promote professional development, networking, and social opportunities for the license holders in their district. Volunteers are required to aid the existing opportunities being offered throughout 2025 and beyond. Please email east@connectionsnl.ca to express interest in volunteering.

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Iron Stories is an upcoming book collecting personal reflections from engineers across Canada to explore what it means to be an engineer in today's evolving world. Using the iron ring as a narrative anchor, the book will blend first-person stories with extensive research to catalyse conversations about engineering identity, purpose, duty, legacy and stewardship. If you are keen to share your story, submit your interest here. Or reach out to Jane Desrochers at hello@innovarastrategicimpact.ca.

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        Courses & Events 

***NEW*** The 2025 Project Management Symposium registration is open. This annual event gathers thriving businesses and project managers from across the province, throughout Atlantic Canada, and beyond. Professionals have the opportunity to develop project management skills, listen to some amazing speakers and connect with other project managers and companies from a wide range of industries. The 2025 Project Management Symposium will be held on October 15, 2025. For further information and to register click here.

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***NEW*** Earth Science Week 2025 is taking place October 12 to 18, 2025. Earth Science Week will celebrate the theme “Energy Resources for Our Future”. This year's theme encourages everyone to become informed energy consumers and to actively work towards a sustainable future that ensures a high quality of life for generations to come. For more information and resources (including webinars and toolkits) please click here, to visit the Earth Science Week website, an American Geosciences Institute program.

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The application process for Memorial University’s Faculty of Engineering Fall Scholarships and Bursaries is open. For more information click here. Deadline to apply is Tuesday, September 30, 2025.

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Join Pathway to Engineering Tuesday October 21 for a webinar "From licensure to leadership: Ethical responsibility in the era of climate crisis". As the climate crisis intensifies, engineers increasingly need to navigate complex challenges that span environmental, social, and ethical dimensions. Join the next session in the Exchanges webinar series, where ethical responsibility of engineers in addressing the climate crisis and its environmental impacts will be discussed. For further information and to register, please click here.

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This fall, CLIMAtlantic will host a three-part webinar series exploring how you can put nature and climate first in everyday decision making. They will cover how to prioritize nature in adaptation work and share examples from across Atlantic Canada. The September webinar will feature Alexandre Truchon-Savard from the City of Dieppe, NB for a discussion on how nature-based coastal adaptation strategies help conserve nature and enhance biodiversity, benefiting ecosystems and communities. To register for the September webinar, click here.

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Save the date for the CNAM 2026 National Conference set to take place May 4 – 7​, 2026, in St. John’s, Newfoundland & Labrador. The conference is expected to attract more than 250 municipal, provincial, and federal leaders, as well as interested parties from utilities, consultants, researchers, educators, and others to share insights about all aspects of asset management. Delegates will benefit from a combination of inspirational keynote speakers, interactive breakout sessions, informative tours, and excellent networking opportunities. Further details will be released this fall.

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The Canadian Construction Documents Committee (CCDC) are hosting a webinar on ‘CCDC 20: A Guide to Construction Contract Administration’. The webinar will cover topics from certifying payments to resolving disputes, the consultant’s position as the contract administrator is critical to the success of every project. To learn more or to register click here.

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Registration is open for econext’s 2025 conference. Scheduled October 9, 2025 in St. John’s, if you would like to hear about the latest developments in the province from decision makers and thought leaders relating to clean energy, green innovation, ongoing environmental challenges, and the pursuit of net zero, register by clicking here.

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

This Fall (starting September 24), extend your learning on topics including infrastructure climate risks, PIEVC risk assessment protocol, climate change resilience, and climate smart policy and procurement. For course details and to register, please see CRI's courses at Royal Roads University.

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