March is National Engineering and Geoscience Month!
Join NAPEG as we celebrate the contributions of engineers and geoscientists in the North and across Canada. This year, Engineering and Geoscience Month is of particular significance in the Northwest Territories with the new Practice of Engineering, Geoscience, and Applied Science Technology Act (PEGASTA), which came into effect on March 1, 2025. Read the official announcement here.
Throughout the month, we’ll be spotlighting NAPEG members making an impact, sharing key updates on PEGASTA in collaboration with the Government of Northwest Territories, and hosting exciting events that engage the next generation in a career in engineering and geoscience.
Upcoming NAPEG Events
Bridge Building Competition – March 1, 2025
NAPEG’s annual Bridge Building Competition returns! Students from across the Northwest Territories and Nunavut and Nunavut will test their bridges for strength and design in this fun, hands-on event led by the NAPEGG Education Foundation.
📅 March 1, 2025
⏰ 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
📍 Visitor’s Centre, Centre Square Mall, Yellowknife, NWT
✉️ Register: napeg@napeg.nt.ca
Kids Coding Event – April 5
Introduce your kids to the world of coding! Led by the NAPEGG Education Foundation, this hands-on event is open to children who are eager to learn.
📅 April 5, 2025
⏰ Two sessions available: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
📍 Computer for School, Smart Community Society, 4916-49th Street, #101, Northway Building
🔹 Registration opens March 1 – 40 spots available (first come, first served).
✉️ Register: napeg@napeg.nt.ca
Upcoming Industry Events
Calling of an Engineer Centennial Celebration – March 3
Join Engineers Canada for a virtual event marking the 100th anniversary of the Iron Ring and the unveiling of the modernized Calling of an Engineer ceremony. This 90-minute event will feature a panel of engineers discussing the history, significance, and future of this cherished tradition.
📅 March 3, 2025
⏰ 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. ET
📍 Online (Zoom)
✉️ Register here
Teach the Geek to Speak: Public Speaking for Engineers – March 12
A session designed to help professional engineers enhance their public speaking skills, ensuring their technical expertise resonates with diverse audiences. Participants will learn strategies for balancing technical accuracy and accessibility, maintaining engagement, and structuring impactful presentations.
📅 March 12, 2025
⏰ 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. AT (11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ET)
📍 Online
🔹 Organizer: Engineers Nova Scotia
✉️ Register here
More Events Across Canada
Looking for more ways to get involved? Check out the Engineers Canada calendar for online and in-person events this month.
PEGASTA: Evolving Today, Shaping Tomorrow
On March 1, 2025, the anticipated Practice of Engineering, Geoscience, and Applied Science Technology Act (PEGASTA) officially came into effect, modernizing the regulatory landscape for engineers and geoscientists in the Northwest Territories. These updates bring:
Modernized Governance – Enhancing transparency and accountability in professional regulation.
Mandatory Professional Development – Ensuring engineers and geoscientists remain at the forefront of industry standards.
Expanded Licensing – Improving workforce mobility for professionals to work in the NWT; and much more.
As we celebrate National Engineering and Geoscience Month, we invite you to learn more about these changes and NAPEG’s role in shaping the future of the professions. Read the official announcement here.
Stay Connected
Follow us throughout March for:
- Member spotlights featuring engineers and geoscientists making an impact
- Informative content on PEGASTA and what it means for professionals in the North
- Engagement in celebrations from regulators and organizations across the country
Follow us on social media to stay updated!