Inter-Association Mobility – Member-in-Training

To be eligible to apply in this category you must be a Geoscientist-in-Training, Engineer-in-Training, or a Provisional Licensee* in good standing, or have met the academic requirement for licensure elsewhere in Canada. You are also eligible if your registration ended less than three months ago.

*Provisional licensee: signifies that the person has met all of the requirements for professional registration except for either the Canadian work experience or the language requirement.

Application Process

  1. First, you must create an account in APEGS Central (or Login if you already have one).
  2. Next, check your email for an “APEGS sign up verification” from apegs@apegs.ca. The link in this email will take you directly to the APEGS Central homepage.
  3. From there, select the “Applications” quick link on the left side of the page.
  4. Next, select “Apply Now” and choose the “Member-in-Training – Inter-Association Mobility” application type.
  5. To submit your application online you must pay the application fee by credit card. See fees for additional payment options.
  6. Once your application is submitted you must send the following required document to APEGS: Proof of Identification Form
Good Character Requirement

If, during the application process, APEGS discovers that an applicant may not meet the Good Character Guideline then action will be taken.

What Happens Next?

  • Once APEGS has received your application, we will contact the applicable regulator to confirm your registration.
  • After your application is approved, you will be notified by email with instructions on paying your annual registration fees.
  • After you have paid the annual fees, you will receive a certificate in the mail and an electronic image of your seal by email. If you ordered a physical stamp, it will be delivered within a few months (this may take slightly longer if you reside outside of Canada).
  • Once you have paid your annual fees, you are permitted to use the appropriate title (Engineer-in-Training/Geoscientist-in-Training).
  • Your certificate may take several months to arrive. You do not need your certificate in your possession to start using one of the protected titles.

Please Note: You must keep your APEGS profile information up to date, as APEGS will regularly need to contact you by both email and regular mail.