The second big development on our radar this year was the provincial government’s intent to reintroduce the Professional Governance Act , a unified governance framework that will affect 22 regulatory bodies in Alberta. This new act will create foundational changes specific for APEGA by creating an umbrella regulation, and specific schedules and bylaws. This is a critical juncture in our history. APEGA has been working on legislative recommendations for many years, and we’re committed to continuing to work closely with the government as the framework advances. Redefining what’s possible While much of our attention was focused on these high-level activities in 2023, I’m proud to say that APEGA’s incredible community of committed volunteers and capable employees carried on doing what they do best: regulating the professions and protecting the public. They are motivated and enthusiastic, and they consistently raise the bar to strengthen public safety and uphold the high licensing standards expected of APEGA registrants and permit holders. Their accomplishments are highlighted throughout this report. I’m also proud of APEGA’s reputation as a national leader in regulation and our successful collaborations with other regulators in Canada. We share a common goal to advance the health and sustainability of the engineering and geoscience professions.
APEGA’s commitment to serving the public interest means Albertans can rely on the calibre of professional engineers and geoscientists. Albertans expect—and can trust—that APEGA licensed professionals and companies have the necessary ethical, professional, and technical knowledge to keep them safe. When members of the public don’t have to think about the work we do on their behalf, that’s a positive sign we’re doing our jobs well. We have effectively regulated engineering and geoscience in protection of the public for more than100 years—and we’ll continue to do so with pride and dedication.
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