APEGS

Harnessing Waste Heat Recovery Opportunities in Industrial Processes – An APEGS Webinar
2025-05-14 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Regina) | Saskatchewan
Registration is now closed. If you need to cancel your registration to this event, please email cpd@apegs.ca.
Date: May 14, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST (Saskatchewan Time)
Event Format: Live Webinar – Microsoft Teams
Hosting Organization: APEGS – A Live Webinar Series Presentation
Event Summary: From mining and minerals to oil and gas, food processing and everything in-between, the energy involved in the production of finished goods represents one of operators most significant operating costs. This presentation will examine the steps many are taking to reduce their consumption of fuel gas – notably through recent advances in heat exchange technology that are allowing for the economical recovery of waste heat from existing process loops.
Presenters:
Jill Caskey, Global Sales Director, Solex Thermal Science. Jill has been with Solex Thermal Science since 2011 and she oversees Solex’s North America technology applications, focusing on helping customers with bulk solids heat transfer and waste heat recovery solutions. She brings over a decade of technical experience across a variety of diverse applications, thermal modeling and equipment design.
Mark Boocock, Global Sales Director, Energy Recovery, Econotherm. Mark has spent the last two decades establishing UK-based Econotherm’s industrial heat pipe technology, with more than 300 installations across multiple industries globally. He is also a visiting professor at London-based Brunel University.
Who Should Attend: Process engineers, project engineers, design engineers, operations engineers, engineering managers, chief engineers, instrumentation and controls engineers, environmental engineers, reliability engineers. Industries: Mining & Minerals, Energy, Manufacturing & Industrial Processing, academia, government agencies.
General Information: There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. This webinar is eligible for 1 Formal Activity CPD credit. This event will be held live on the Microsoft Teams Webinar platform.
Important: Once your registration is complete, you will receive a Teams Meeting invitation which includes a unique link to join the meeting. This link should not be shared as it is unique to each registration and allows APEGS to verify your attendance. If you do not receive the Teams Meeting invitation, please check your junk/spam folders and ensure your email security settings allow you to receive all emails from APEGS.
NOTE: Clicking the ‘Add to Calendar’ button on this page does NOT register you for this event. This webinar will not be recorded.
Event Contact: APEGS Professional Development Department – Angela Foster or Jolene Arthur – cpd@apegs.ca
Disclaimer: The views expressed during this event are those of the presenters and do not necessarily represent the views of APEGS.

Hitting the right frequency - not all conductors are created equal
2025-05-23 12:00 | Saskatchewan
Date: May 23, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM
Event Format: In-person Presentation
Location: Saskatoon, SK
Hosting Organization: Saskatoon Geoscience Discussion Group
Event Summary: Airborne time domain electromagnetic (EM) surveys are indispensable tools for subsurface exploration, particularly in resolving conductors at depth. Their depth of investigation depends in part on transmitter frequency and moment, as well as the noise levels of the receiver. In this study, we present a comparison of conductor detection and resolution capabilities of the Xcite time-domain EM system operating at frequencies of 15 Hz and 30 Hz. Through detailed modelling of data collected over a study area, we investigate the effect of these frequencies on the system’s ability to detect and resolve conductors. Methodologically, we describe the parameters and settings used for both frequencies and outline the data analysis techniques used. Our results reveal significant differences in conductor detection and resolution between the two frequencies. The practical implications of our study extend to improvements in survey design, suggesting that the choice of frequency can significantly impact survey outcomes. Moreover, our findings underscore the importance of further research to enhance understanding and optimization of airborne EM survey methodologies. Presented by Vessela Hobson, Chief Geophysicist Axiom Geophysics & Remote Sensing.
How to Register: Click here for more information and to register.
Event Contact: Saskatoon Geoscience Discussion Group: https://stoongeogroup.ca/
Disclaimer: The views expressed during this event are those of the hosting organization and do not necessarily represent the views of APEGS.

Get to the Point: A Practical Writing Course for Technical Professionals
2025-06-03 | Saskatchewan
Date: June 3, 2025
Event Format: Online Course
Location: Online
Hosting Organization: RGI International
Event Summary: This interactive training introduces participants to the Pyramid Method of Writing(tm) and applies it to writing effective emails, letters, short and long reports, and proposals.
Participants will receive personal feedback on three writing assignments. The format provides time to discuss and evaluate longer more technical documents such as recommendations, investigations, formal reports and studies, and proposals. Individual and group exercises allow participants to practice the concepts and learn from each other.
AGENDA:
Webinar 1 (1.5 hours)

Identifying and focusing the reader’s attention on the main message
Differentiating between “need to know” and “nice to know” information
Applying Pyramid Method of WritingTM to organize information
Understanding the purpose for writing (informative or persuasive)

Webinar 2 (1.5 hours)

Writing action-getting requests for internal and external audiences
Using language to create a confident image of you and your organization
Using the active voice to make the information easier to understand

Webinar 3 (1.5 hours)

Personalizing your writing to create a comfortable tone
Eliminating wordy expressions from your writing
Developing a clear, concise and complete writing style
Evaluating a request from a reader’s point of view
Webinar 4 (1.5 hours)

Determining the best tool: email, phone, text or video
Writing to multiple-audiences (technical and non-technical)
Writing short reports – incident, inspection, field trip, progress and project completion

Webinar 5 (1.5 hours)

Writing longer reports- evaluations, recommendations
Writing numbers and abbreviations
Writing instructions and procedures

Webinar 6 (1.5 hours)

Editing techniques
Writing short informal proposals
Designing information for readability

This course is accredited by the Engineering Institute of Canada (EIC) and is eligible for 12 PDHs or 1.2 CEUs.

How to Register: Click here for more information and to register.
Event Contact: RGI International: https://rgilearning.com/
Disclaimer: The views expressed during this event are those of the hosting organization and do not necessarily represent the views of APEGS.

Geochemical Analysis - Understanding analytical techniques used for mineral exploration – Short Course
2025-06-04 08:30 | Saskatchewan
Date: June 4, 2025
Time: 8:30 AM
Event Format: In-person Course
Location: Saskatoon, SK
Hosting Organization: Saskatchewan Research Council and Saskatoon Geoscience Discussion Group
Event Summary: The course is being put on by the Saskatchewan Research Council Geoanalytical Laboratories. This course will cover the latest analytical techniques used in mineral exploration, starting from sample preparation for acid digestion to mineral concentration for till sampling. We will also discuss current methods for mineral identification and explore new emerging techniques for future mineral exploration. Participants will have the opportunity to tour the Geoanalytical and Sorting and Separation business units, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the processes from start to finish. Additionally, lunch will be provided.
How to Register: Click here for more information and to register
Event Contact: Saskatoon Geoscience Discussion Group: https://stoongeogroup.ca/
Disclaimer: The views expressed during this event are those of the hosting organization and do not necessarily represent the views of APEGS.

2025 Canadian Association of Physicists (CAP) Congress
2025-06-09 - 2025-06-13 | Saskatchewan
Date: June 9 – 13, 2025
Event Format: Conference
Location: University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, SK
Hosting Organization: Physics and Engineering Physics (PEP) Department, University of Saskatchewan
Event Summary: This conference provides an opportunity to build and strengthen connections with nuclear scientists across Canada, and for CAP to support science literacy in Saskatchewan.
How to Register: Click here for more information and to register
Event Contact: Canadian Association of Physicists – info@cap.ca
Disclaimer: The views expressed during this event are those of the hosting organization and do not necessarily represent the views of APEGS.

Allyship in engineering
2025-06-11 | Saskatchewan
Date: June 11, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM ET
Event Format: Webinar
Location: Online
Hosting Organization: Engineers Canada
Event Summary: What does active allyship look like? How can we meaningfully support our 2SLGBTQI+ colleagues?
Join Engineers Canada and partner TD Insurance for a webinar entitled, Allyship in engineering: Amplifying 2SLGBTQI+ voices and driving positive change. The webinar will bring together professionals from across engineering, technology, trades, and finance to discuss the importance of allyship among colleagues in the workplace, and shed light on what meaningful support looks like in practice. From centering lived experience, to identifying the role of allies and the actions that can be taken towards building more inclusive spaces, panellists will share their insights, highlighting the opportunities that exist and the roles that we all play in supporting 2SLGBTQI+ folks in the workplace.
How to Register: Click here for more information and to register.
Event Contact: Engineers Canada; engineerscanada.ca
Disclaimer: The views expressed during this event are those of the hosting organization and do not necessarily represent the views of APEGS.

The Basics of the APEGS CPD Program – An APEGS Webinar
2025-06-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Saskatchewan
Date: June 11, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST (Saskatchewan Time)
Event Format: Live Webinar – Microsoft Teams
Hosting Organization: APEGS – A Live Webinar Series Presentation
Event Summary: The APEGS Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Program is an annual requirement for all members, but do you know what’s required?
Join APEGS staff for this informative 1-hour webinar that will explore the following topics:

Crafting Your CPD Program: Learn the steps to follow to tailor CPD activities to your unique goals.
Annual Requirements: Uncover the specific benchmarks you need to meet each year.
Eligible Activities: Discover which activities are eligible for CPD credit.
Efficient Reporting to APEGS: Understand the process of documenting and reporting your CPD information to APEGS.

Who Should Attend: New APEGS members or members interested in a refresher on the basics of the APEGS CPD Program.
General Information: There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. This webinar is eligible for 1 Formal Activity CPD credit. This event will be held live on the Microsoft Teams Webinar platform.
Important: Once your registration is complete, you will receive a Teams Meeting invitation which includes a unique link to join the meeting. This link should not be shared as it is unique to each registration and allows APEGS to verify your attendance.
If you do not receive the Teams Meeting invitation, please check your junk/spam folders and ensure your email security settings allow you to receive all emails from APEGS.
Registration is now closed. If you need to cancel your registration to this event, please email cpd@apegs.ca.
NOTE: Clicking the ‘Add to Calendar’ button on this page does NOT register you for this event.
This webinar will not be recorded.
Event Contact: APEGS Professional Development Department – Angela Foster or Jolene Arthur – cpd@apegs.ca

Part 3 Basics: Building Classification – An APEGS Webinar
2025-06-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Saskatchewan
Date: June 19, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST (Saskatchewan Time)
Event Format: Live Webinar – Microsoft Teams
Hosting Organization: APEGS – A Member-Led Webinar Series Presentation
Event Summary: Classifying a building is one of the first steps to determining the fire and life safety requirements for a building. It can be a simple process; however, an incorrect building classification can significantly impact the design, cost and construction of a building. This presentation walks attendees through the concept of major occupancy classification and provides an example with the steps to classifying a building.
Presenter: Felicia Campbell is the Director of Construction Codes and Standards with the Building and Technical Standards (BTS) Branch of the Ministry of Government Relations. She has 15 years of experience in the building industry, and she holds both a Professional Engineer designation and a Class 3 Building Official Licence. Felicia has spent most of her career as a structural engineer and code consultant, working on a variety of projects and guiding clients through complex technical requirements. She is excited to be with BTS in this new role, where she looks forward to advancing code knowledge and fostering collaboration between industry, municipalities, and government.
Who Should Attend: New engineers, recent engineering graduates, Engineers-in-Training, Engineers who aren’t familiar with Part 3 of the National Building Code.
General Information: There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. This webinar is eligible for 1 Formal Activity CPD credit.
This event will be held live on the Microsoft Teams Webinar platform.
Important: Once your registration is complete, you will receive a Teams Meeting invitation which includes a unique link to join the meeting. This link should not be shared as it is unique to each registration and allows APEGS to verify your attendance.
If you do not receive the Teams Meeting invitation, please check your junk/spam folders and ensure your email security settings allow you to receive all emails from APEGS.
Registration is now closed. If you need to cancel your registration to this event, please email cpd@apegs.ca.
NOTE: Clicking the ‘Add to Calendar’ button on this page does NOT register you for this event.
This webinar will not be recorded.
Event Contact: APEGS Professional Development Department – Angela Foster or Jolene Arthur – cpd@apegs.ca
Disclaimer: The views expressed during this event are those of the presenters and do not necessarily represent the views of APEGS.

Digging Deeper with Clean Power: EFOY Fuel Cells for Sustainable Mining
2025-06-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Saskatchewan
Date: June 26, 2025
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 PM CST
Event Format: Webinar
Location: Online
Hosting Organization: Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM)
Event Summary: Join us for an in-depth look at how EFOY fuel cell technology is transforming remote power solutions in the mining sector. In this session, we’ll explore how these innovative systems are being successfully deployed in some of Canada’s harshest environmental conditions, delivering reliable off-grid power to critical mine site operations. We’ll discuss how EFOY fuel cells offer a cleaner, more sustainable alternative to traditional diesel gensets, helping reduce emissions without compromising performance. Discover the key operational advantages, including increased uptime, reduced maintenance, and extended autonomy—essential features for powering remote infrastructure where reliability is non-negotiable. This webinar will also include a preview of newly developed power packages designed to address unique power challenges in the field. Whether you’re looking to optimize your energy strategy or seeking resilient solutions for demanding environments, this session will provide valuable insights into the future of remote power in mining.
Presenter: Chelsea Kovacs, SFC Energy Ltd.
How to Register: Click here for more information and to register
Event Contact: CIM – https://www.cim.org
Disclaimer: The views expressed during this event are those of the hosting organization and do not necessarily represent the views of APEGS.

Using Python in Engineering
2025-06-30 19:00 - 20:30 | Saskatchewan
Date: June 30, 2025
Time: 7:00 – 8:30 pm CST
Event Format: Lecture
Location: Online
Hosting Organization: Saskatoon Engineering Society (SES)
Event Summary: Python is one of the most popular scripting languages, and has many uses and applications in engineering.
How to Register: Click here for more information and to register.
Event Contact: Saskatoon Engineering Society
Disclaimer: The views expressed during this event are those of the presenters and do not necessarily represent the views of APEGS.

Decoding Welding Procedures: Bridging Metallurgy and Code Compliance – An APEGS Webinar
2025-08-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Saskatchewan
Date: August 19, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST (Saskatchewan Time)
Event Format: Live Webinar – Microsoft Teams
Hosting Organization: APEGS – A Member-Led Webinar Series Presentation
Registration is now closed
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Event Summary: Welding procedures are the backbone of reliable and code-compliant fabrication, yet their concept, development, and application often feel complex and confusing. This webinar aims to simplify and clarify welding procedures by bridging the gap between welding metallurgy and code requirements. Participants will gain insights into how the behavior of steels under heat—such as phase changes, hardening, and heat-affected zone effects—influences procedure design. We’ll connect these metallurgical principles to the creation and qualification of essential documents: the Welding Procedure Specification (WPS), Procedure Qualification Record (PQR), and Welder Performance Qualification (WPQ).
Presenter: Dr. Hamed Akhiani, P.Eng. completed his PhD in Materials/Mechanical Engineering at the University of Saskatchewan. With more than 15 years of experience in various industries including Agricultural, Automotive, Nuclear, Energy and Oil/Gas, he served as a sessional lecturer for Welding at University of Calgary and Material Science at the University of Saskatchewan. Dr. Akhiani is a Professional Engineer in AB, SK and BC and a certified Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) Welding Engineer. In 2021, he founded XPERJY Inc. based on the need for interdisciplinary technical training provided by Subject Matter Experts. His vision is to provide customized training by Subject Matter Experts to clients based on their team knowledge gap to enhance team productivity. He currently works at IMPACT Pump Solution in Calgary.
Who Should Attend: Engineers (mechanical, structural, chemical, materials, manufacturing), QC/QA professionals, inspectors, and code compliance personnel.
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General Information: There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. This webinar is eligible for 1 verifiable Formal Activity CPD credit.
If you need to cancel your registration to this event, please email cpd@apegs.ca.
NOTE: Clicking the ‘Add to Calendar’ button on this page does NOT register you for this event.
This webinar will not be recorded.
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Event Contact: APEGS Professional Development Department | Angela Foster or Jolene Arthur | cpd@apegs.ca
Disclaimer: The views expressed during this event are those of the presenters and do not necessarily represent the views of APEGS.

IEEE NEMESS 2025
2025-08-29 11:00 - 18:00 | Saskatchewan
Date: August 29, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Event Format: Conference
Location: Saskatoon, SK
Hosting Organization: IEEE Nanotechnology Council USask Chapter
Event Summary: Students of all levels, researchers, faculty, staff, industry professionals, and community members are invited to engage in the 1st IEEE Conference on Nano/Micro Engineering, Molecular, and Environmentally Sustainable Systems (NEMESS 2025) hosted by IEEE Nanotechnology Council USask Chapter.
NEMESS 2025 is a platform to showcase diverse groundbreaking research work. The conference will offer a dynamic space for meaningful interdisciplinary networking, where you can engage with leading experts, exchange ideas, and forge new collaborations. Additionally, distinguished speakers from around the world will share their latest findings, fostering an atmosphere of international cooperation and discovery.
How to Register: Click here for more information and to register
Event Contact: IEEE – ieee.nemess.2025@gmail.com
Disclaimer: The views expressed during this event are those of the hosting organization and do not necessarily represent the views of APEGS.

SGG Graduate Student Lunch Presentations
2025-09-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Saskatchewan
Date: September 10, 2025
Location: Park Town Hotel – 924 Spadina Crescent E, Saskatoon
Hosting Organization: Saskatoon Geotechnical Group
CLICK HERE for more information and to purchase tickets.
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Event Summary:
Please join us for a buffet lunch and the following University of Saskatchewan graduate student presentations:

“Assessing Strength and Stiffness of Sand using the Pressuremeter Test” by Hari Om Sharma. This presentation will discuss limitations for current methods, a proposed new method, and implementation of results in a constitutive model.
“Evaluation of the Interaction Between Geogrids and Poor-quality Saskatchewan Aggregate” by Kayla Rybchuk.

Event details as follows:
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm (please arrive by 11:45 to be seated by noon)
Tickets: $25 – Regular, $15 – Student
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Event Contact: saskatoongeotechnicalgroup@gmail.com

Member Information Session & Reception
2025-09-11 17:00 - 19:30 | Delta Hotels by Marriott Regina, 1919 Saskatchewan Dr., Regina, Saskatchewan, S4P 4H2, Canada
Date: September 11, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM CST (Saskatchewan Time)

5:00 PM: Doors Open
5:30 – 6:30 PM: Information Session
6:30 – 7:30 PM: Reception (in-person only)

Event Format: In Person and Virtual
Location: Delta Hotel Regina, SK | Microsoft Teams
Hosting Organization: Association of Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS)
Attendance Cost: $0 In-Person | $0 Virtual
Registration for this event is now closed.
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Event Summary
APEGS is preparing to submit proposed changes to our act and bylaws to the Government of Saskatchewan—and we want you in the loop.
Join us for an upcoming session where you’ll get the latest updates and have a chance to ask questions about key proposed changes, including how APEGS regulates firms and a potential name change.
The session is designed to keep members informed, engaged, and connected to the evolving landscape of engineering and geoscience in Saskatchewan.
Attendance qualifies for CPD credits.
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Program Outline
5:00 PM | Doors Open
5:30 – 6:30 PM | Member Information Session

Overview of major APEGS initiatives
Overview of the Regulation of Firms project
Q&A session

6:30 – 7:30 PM | Networking Reception

Refreshments and light appetizers
Cash bar available
Connect with peers, share ideas, and grow your professional network

AI Adoption & Practical Innovation for Engineering Firms Virtual Session
2025-09-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Saskatchewan
Date: September 16, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST (CST)
Event Format: Virtual Session (online)
Hosting Organizer: ACEC SK
Event Summary: the pace of AI development continues to accelerate, but for many smaller and mid-sized engineering firms, adopting these tools can feel intimidating or impractical. This session explores how engineering firms-event even those without large sales, marketing, or proposal teams – can thoughtfully adopt AI to create real business value.
Who Should Attend: Business owners and principals, business development leads, proposal coordinators, operations manages, anyone curious about practical, real-world AI use in professional services.
How to Register: Register Here
Contact: events@acec-sk.ca
Disclaimer: The views expressed during this event are those of the presenters and do not necessarily represent the views of APEGS.

Mine Your Potential conference
2025-09-17 07:30 - 16:30 | Saskatchewan
Date: Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Time: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Event Format: In-Person and Virtual
Location: Prairieland Park in Saskatoon
How to Register: Click here to register. Early bird registration is now open at $170 (regular price $280), available until August 6.
Hosting Organization: Women in Mining and Women in Nuclear Saskatchewan (WIM/WiN-SK)
Event Summary:
This year’s conference theme – “Step Into Your Power” – invites individuals from across Saskatchewan’s mining, nuclear, energy, and engineering sectors to come together for a full day of knowledge-sharing, inspiration, and connection. The event features engaging keynote speakers, industry panels, and professional development sessions that focus on leadership, inclusion, and equity in STEM and trades.
Event Contact: Women in Mining and Women in Nuclear Saskatchewan (WIM/WiN-SK) – admin@wimwinsk.com
Disclaimer: The views expressed during this event are those of the hosting organization and do not necessarily represent the views of APEGS.

Competency Based Assessment (CBA) for Members-in-Training and Applicants –– An APEGS Webinar
2025-09-17 12:00 - 13:00 | Saskatchewan
Date: September 17, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST (Saskatchewan Time)
Event Format: Live Webinar – Microsoft Teams
Hosting Organization: APEGS – A Member-Led Webinar Series Presentation
Registration is now closed.
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Event Summary: This presentation will take an in-depth look at how to report work experience to APEGS.
APEGS uses a competency-based evaluation process to assess work experience for the purpose of licensure. The skills required for professional practice span across several key competency categories, including technical competence; communication; project and financial management; team effectiveness; professional accountability; social, economic, environmental and sustainability; and personal continuing professional development.
Presenter: Natasha Skea, P.Eng., Manager of Experience Assessment
Who Should Attend: Members-In-Training and Applicants who are submitting work experience through the Competency Assessment System.
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General Information: There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. This webinar is eligible for 1 Formal Activity CPD credit.
If you need to cancel your registration to this event, please email cpd@apegs.ca.
NOTE: Clicking the ‘Add to Calendar’ button on this page does NOT register you for this event.
This webinar will not be recorded.
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Event Contact: APEGS Professional Development Department | Angela Foster or Jolene Arthur | cpd@apegs.ca

Saskatoon Engineering Society Annual General Meeting (AGM)
2025-09-18 17:00 - 21:00 | Western Development Museum, 2610 Lorne Avenue, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7J 0S6, Canada
Date: September 18, 2025
Location: Western Development Museum, Saskatoon
Hosting Organization: Saskatoon Engineering Society
Click here for more information and to register
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Event Summary:
The SES AGM 2025 will be held on Thursday, September 18, 2025, in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, and will serve as an important gathering for our engineering community. In addition to the formal business of the Society, highlights will include:

Update on SES year-to-date achievements and budget status,
Recognition of outstanding contributions through SES awards and honors, and
A keynote session on innovation and artificial intelligence applications in engineering practice.

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Event Contact: president@saskatoonengineers.com

University of Regina's Microgrid: Opportunities, Challenges, and Future Applications – An APEGS Webinar
2025-09-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Saskatchewan
Date: September 23, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST (Saskatchewan Time)
Event Format: Live Webinar – Microsoft Teams
Hosting Organization: APEGS – A Member-Led Webinar Series Presentation
Registration is now closed.
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Event Summary: A microgrid is a small-scale energy system that generates, stores, and distributes electricity using renewable sources such as solar, wind, and hydro power. It operates as a self-sufficient power system that can connect to the main grid when necessary. The University of Regina’s Microgrid Living Lab, the first of its kind in Saskatchewan, serves as both a research and teaching facility as well as a testing ground. Funded by Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), the lab features real energy infrastructure and resources, including loads, an advanced digital control centre, a battery storage system, and renewable energy sources. These tools enable researchers, students, and companies to simulate and test microgrid operations in real-world conditions. This presentation will briefly introduce the concept of microgrids, describe the University of Regina’s microgrid and its use cases, and highlight the benefits and future prospects. It will also discuss the challenges involved in developing such systems. Finally, a live demonstration of the microgrid control system will be provided.
Presenter: Dr. Irfan Al-Anbagi, P.Eng. is a Professor at the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science, University of Regina, and an Adjunct Professor at the University of Saskatchewan. He also directs the University of Regina’s Internet of Things (IoT) and Microgrid research laboratories. Dr. Al-Anbagi earned his Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Ottawa in 2013. From 2013 to 2015, he served as a Postdoctoral Fellow and Product Development Manager for the “SecCharge” Project at the University of Ottawa. His research centers on IoT systems, smart grid communication, and information systems, including big data analysis, system reliability, optimization, and cybersecurity. He is a registered professional engineer with APEGS and PEO.
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General Information: There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. This webinar is eligible for 1 Formal Activity CPD credit.
If you need to cancel your registration to this event, please email cpd@apegs.ca.
NOTE: Clicking the ‘Add to Calendar’ button on this page does NOT register you for this event.
This webinar will not be recorded.
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Event Contact: APEGS Professional Development Department | Angela Foster or Jolene Arthur | cpd@apegs.ca
Disclaimer: The views expressed during this event are those of the presenters and do not necessarily represent the views of APEGS.

Lunch Talk - Deep Groundwater and Deep Time
2025-09-26 12:00 | Saskatchewan
Date: September 26, 2025
Location: Parktown Hotel, Oak Ballroom
Hosting Organization: Saskatoon Geoscience Discussion Group
CLICK HERE for more information.
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Event Summary:
Talk by Grant Ferguson (University of Saskatchewan) 2025 Darcy Lecturer, National Groundwater Association. Lunch will be provided.
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Event Contact: skgeodg@gmail.com
Disclaimer: The views expressed during this event are those of the hosting organization and do not necessarily represent the views of APEGS.

Affordability in the Energy Transition
2025-10-01 07:00 - 09:00 | Confederation Inn, 3330 Fairlight Drive, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7M 3Y4, Canada
Date: October 1, 2025
Location: Confederation Inn, 3330 Fairlight Dr, Saskatoon
Hosting Organization: Saskatchewan Energy Management Task Force (EMTF)
Click here for more information and to register.
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Event Summary: Addressing climate change means finding a path to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions throughout all sectors of the economy, including personal transportation and home heating. While investments are required to achieve net-zero emissions, several reports have found that households in Canada could reduce their overall expenses when they transition to cleaner options such as electric vehicles and electric heat pumps.
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Event Contact: Saskatchewan Energy Management Task Force | contact@emtfsask.ca
Disclaimer: The views expressed during this event are those of the hosting organization and do not necessarily represent the views of APEGS.

Part 3 Basics: Spatial Separation and Exposure Protection – An APEGS Webinar
2025-10-01 12:00 - 13:00 | Saskatchewan
Date: October 1, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST (Saskatchewan Time)
Event Format: Live Webinar – Microsoft Teams
Hosting Organization: APEGS – A Member-Led Webinar Series Presentation
Registration is now closed.
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Event Summary: The NBC prescribes requirements for spatial separation and exposure protection to limit the spread of fire from one building to another. These requirements can affect the overall site layout and the exterior wall construction of a building. As such, determining the spatial separation and exposure protection requirements for a building is a critical step in the design process. This presentation will focus on the fundamentals of spatial separation and exposure protection for buildings. It will include a discussion on some of the Part 3 code provisions and will include an example demonstrating a basic spatial separation analysis on a wall. It is intended to provide an awareness level understanding of the topic.
Presenter: Felicia Campbell, P.Eng., is the Director of Construction Codes and Standards with the Building and Technical Standards (BTS) Branch of the Ministry of Government Relations. She has 15 years of experience in the building industry, and she holds both a Professional Engineer designation and a Class 3 Building Official Licence. Felicia has spent most of her career as a structural engineer and code consultant, working on a variety of projects and guiding clients through complex technical requirements. She is excited to be with BTS in this new role, where she looks forward to advancing code knowledge and fostering collaboration between industry, municipalities, and government.
Who Should Attend: New engineers, recent engineering graduates, Engineers-in-Training, Engineers who aren’t familiar with Part 3 of the National Building Code.
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General Information: There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. This webinar is eligible for 1 verifiable Formal Activity CPD credit.
NOTE: Clicking the ‘Add to Calendar’ button on this page does NOT register you for this event.
This webinar will not be recorded.
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Event Contact: APEGS Professional Development Department | Angela Foster or Jolene Arthur | cpd@apegs.ca
Disclaimer: The views expressed during this event are those of the presenters and do not necessarily represent the views of APEGS.

SGG Lunch Presentation
2025-10-02 12:00 - 13:00 | Park Town Hotel, 924 Spadina Crescent E, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7K 3H5, Canada
Date: October 2, 2025
Location: Oak Room, Park Town Hotel – 924 Spadina Crescent E, Saskatoon
Hosting Organization: Saskatoon Geotechnical Group
Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.
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Event Summary:
Tickets: $25 – Regular, $15 – Student
Dr. Dennis Becker, P.Eng., presenting on “Career and Life Lessons Learned by a Geotechnical Engineer”.
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Event Contact: saskatoongeotechnicalgroup@gmail.com
Disclaimer: The views expressed during this event are those of the hosting organization and do not necessarily represent the views of APEGS.

Competency Based Assessment (CBA) for Supervisors and Validators – An APEGS Webinar
2025-10-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Saskatchewan
Date: October 8, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST (Saskatchewan Time)
Event Format: Live Webinar – Microsoft Teams
Hosting Organization: APEGS – A Member-Led Webinar Series Presentation
Registration is now closed.
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Event Summary: This presentation will cover how to guide a member-in-training through gaining and submitting work experience to APEGS.
APEGS uses a competency-based evaluation process to assess work experience for the purpose of licensure. The skills required for professional practice span across several key competency categories, including technical competence; communication; project and financial management; team effectiveness; professional accountability; social, economic, environmental and sustainability; and personal continuing professional development.
Presenter: Natasha Skea, P.Eng., Manager of Experience Assessment
Who Should Attend: Professional engineers and geoscientists who supervise aspiring engineers and geoscientists.
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General Information:
There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. This webinar is eligible for 1 Formal Activity CPD credit.
If you need to cancel your registration to this event, please email cpd@apegs.ca.
NOTE: Clicking the ‘Add to Calendar’ button on this page does NOT register you for this event.
This webinar will not be recorded.
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Event Contact: APEGS Professional Development Department | Angela Foster or Jolene Arthur | cpd@apegs.ca

Navigating the APEGS CPD Program – An APEGS Webinar
2025-10-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Saskatchewan
Date: October 15, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST (Saskatchewan Time)
Event Format: Live Webinar – Microsoft Teams
Hosting Organization: APEGS – A Member-Led Webinar Series Presentation
Registration is now closed.
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Event Summary: The APEGS Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Program is an annual requirement for all members, but do you know what’s required?
Join APEGS staff for an informative 1-hour webinar that will primarily focus on understanding the CPD activity categories – what they are, how they are defined, and examples of activities that qualify under each category. Additional topics will include:
• Annual Requirements: Refresh your understanding of the specific benchmarks you need to meet each year.
• Efficient Reporting to APEGS: Guidance on accurately documenting and submitting your CPD activities to APEGS.
Presenter: APEGS
Who Should Attend: All APEGS members.
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General Information:
There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. This webinar is eligible for 1 verifiable Formal Activity CPD credit.
If you need to cancel your registration to this event, please email cpd@apegs.ca.
NOTE: Clicking the ‘Add to Calendar’ button on this page does NOT register you for this event.
This webinar will not be recorded.
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Event Contact: APEGS Professional Development Department | Angela Foster or Jolene Arthur | cpd@apegs.ca

Decarbonization in Practice: Whole Life-cycle Thinking for Buildings – An APEGS Webinar
2025-10-17 12:00 - 13:00 | Saskatchewan
Date: October 17, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST (Saskatchewan Time)
Event Format: Live Webinar – Microsoft Teams
Hosting Organization: APEGS – A Member-Led Webinar Series Presentation
Registration is now closed.
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Event Summary: This presentation explores actionable strategies for building decarbonization through whole life cycle thinking. It addresses the urgency of climate change and the built environment’s role in global CO₂ emissions, introducing key concepts such as embodied and operational carbon, whole life-cycle assessment (WLCA), and EN15978 standards. A sequential design approach is emphasized, integrating passive and active systems, renewable energy, electrification, and smart grid technologies. The presentation highlights the importance of reducing embodied carbon through material selection, reuse, and low-carbon procurement. It also introduces methodologies like CIBSE TM65 for assessing embodied carbon in building services equipment. Practical design strategies are outlined across planning, design, construction, and occupancy phases to achieve net-zero energy and carbon goals. The session concludes with insights on managing net-zero operations, leveraging digital tools, and aligning sustainability goals with cost and risk considerations. This comprehensive framework empowers professionals to implement effective decarbonization across the building lifecycle.
Presenter:
Ghina Annan, Engineer-in-Training, is a sustainability and decarbonization leader with 14 years of experience in high-performance building design. She advances regenerative solutions that promote human and planetary health, applying systems thinking to the Carbon, Energy, Water Nexus and the Five Capital model. Ghina contributed to ASHRAE guidelines on whole life carbon and co-authored CIBSE TM65 for North America. She serves on the ASHRAE Decarbonization Center of Excellence and has received multiple honors, including the 2022 International Young Energy Professional Award, 2024 ASHRAE Inspirational Leader Award, and Ottawa’s Forty Under 40 for 2025.
Who Should Attend: Architects, Engineers, Sustainability consultants, Building services professionals, Policy makers, Developers, Project managers, Facility managers, Procurement specialists, Energy analysts, Urban planners, Construction professionals
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General Information: There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. This webinar is eligible for 1 verifiable Formal Activity CPD credit.
NOTE: Clicking the ‘Add to Calendar’ button on this page does NOT register you for this event.
This webinar will not be recorded.
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Event Contact: APEGS Professional Development Department | Angela Foster or Jolene Arthur | cpd@apegs.ca
Disclaimer: The views expressed during this event are those of the presenters and do not necessarily represent the views of APEGS.

Recruiting and Retaining Diverse Employees
2025-10-18 10:00 - 14:30 | University of Saskatchewan, 57 Campus Drive, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7N 5A9, Canada
Date: October 18, 2025, 10:00 am – 2:30 pm CST
Location: University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon
Hosting Organization: Saskatoon Engineering Society
REGISTER NOW
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Event Summary: Diversity in Saskatchewan has been growing for decades with thousands of skilled professionals arrive here every year. The demand for experienced engineers is also growing exponentially. SES and SIA are coming together to help your organization gather the tools to recruit and retain foreign trained engineering professionals to fill this demand. Learn how to evaluate unfamiliar credentials and CV formats, intercultural communication and strategies to foster senses of belonging that keep diverse talent on your team and building your business.
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Event Contact: events@saskatoonengineers.com
Disclaimer: The views expressed during this event are those of the hosting organization and do not necessarily represent the views of APEGS.

APEGS Practicing the Professions Day
2025-10-20 10:00 - 17:00 | Saskatchewan
Date: October 20, 2025
Time: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm CST (Saskatchewan Time)
Event Format: In Person
Location: TCU Place, Centennial Hall AB, 35-22nd Street East, Saskatoon, SK S7K 0C8
Hosting Organization: APEGS
Cost: $50.00 plus GST. Fee includes lunch and refreshments.
This event is sold out.
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Event Summary: Join us in-person on October 20, 2025, in Saskatoon for APEGS’ 3rd Annual Practicing the Professions Day. You can earn 4 verifiable CPD credits, your annual ethics credit, and network with peers by attending.
Check out the day’s schedule, and more information in the 2025 Practicing the Professions Day Program
This year’s event features presentations by:

Chris Bailey – Focus: How to Be More Productive in a World of Distraction
Morgan Hamel – Between Right and Real: Trust, Ethics and Leadership in an Era of Complexity
Dr. Karyn Gordon – Giving and Receiving Feedback: Why This Emotional Intelligence Skill Can Strengthen or Destroy Teams
Adam Thomson and Connor Yeo – Navigating Contracts and Insurance Requirements

Also, enjoy our Networking Reception featuring local regional societies and professional development organizations. Discover how they can help you further your career and make valuable connections within your industries.
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Event Contact: APEGS Professional Development Department | Angela Foster or Jolene Arthur | cpd@apegs.ca
Disclaimer: Photos may be taken during the event for use in APEGS’ communications.
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Cancellation Policy:
Written Notice: Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing (i.e. email) to APEGS.
No-show: Attendees who fail to attend the event without providing prior written notice to APEGS will forfeit their eligibility for a refund.
Force Majeure: In the event of unforeseen circumstances (e.g., natural disasters, pandemics), APEGS reserves the right to cancel or reschedule the event. Attendees will be offered a full refund or the option to transfer their registration to the rescheduled event.
Cancellation Timeline and Refunds:

Condition
Refund Type

Written notice received within 24 hours of registration
Full refund

Written notice received within 30 days from event
Full refund

Written notice received within 15-29 days from event
50% refund

Cancellations made within 14 days from event
No refund

Refunds: Refunds will be processed once eligibility is conﬁrmed.
Extenuating Circumstances: If a member is unable to attend due to extenuating circumstances, refund requests may be evaluated at the Registrar’s discretion.

From Licensure to Leadership: Ethical Responsibility in the Era of Climate Crisis
2025-10-21 10:00 - 11:30 | Online
Date: October 21, 2025
Location: Zoom
Hosting Organization: Pathway to Engineering, an Engineers Canada Program
Click here for more information and to register.
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Event Summary: As the climate crisis intensifies, engineers increasingly need to navigate complex challenges that span environmental, social, and ethical dimensions. Join the next session in our Exchanges webinar series as we discuss the ethical responsibility of engineers in addressing the climate crisis and its environmental impacts.
The panel of speakers features diverse voices sharing perspectives from climate stewardship through Indigenous lenses, exploring the code of ethics in engineering regulation, and highlighting how obtaining a licence demonstrates your willingness to be accountable to designing for the future.
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Event Contact: connect@pathwaytoengineering.ca
Disclaimer: The views expressed during this event are those of the hosting organization and do not necessarily represent the views of APEGS.

PMI North Saskatchewan Chapter 2025 Fall Professional Development Conference
2025-10-23 | Prairieland Park, 503 Ruth Street West, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 4E4, Canada
Date: October 23, 2025
Location: Prairieland Park, 503 Ruth Street W, Saskatoon, SK
Hosting Organization: Project Management Institute (PMI) North Saskatchewan
Click here for more information and to register
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Event Summary: This premier conference will bring together professionals, industry leaders, and community partners for a day of learning, networking, and thought leadership.
Featuring:

Ryan Straschnitzki – Resilience and Overcoming Adversity: Sharing his story of surviving the Humboldt Broncos bus crash, his recovery journey, and how he continues to defy expectations every day.

Alan Mallory – The AI Paradox – Bridging Psychology and Technology: Exploring the interplay between advancements in artificial intelligence and the complexities of human nature.

Sylvia Gackle Smith – Need more hours in a day? Learn an (almost) scientific formula to create strong documents quickly.

Jake McGaffin -AI for Project Managers: Tools, Risks, and Real-World Wins.

Olatunji (TJ) Odugbesan – Ethical AI and Privacy by Design: A Security Lens for Project Managers.

Alan Mallory – PROJECT EVEREST: An unforgettable program integrating project planning and execution tools and strategies with a captivating expedition to the summit of Mount Everest.

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Event Contact: pdevents@pminorthsask.com
Disclaimer: The views expressed during this event are those of the hosting organization and do not necessarily represent the views of APEGS.
