New Public Appointee

Introducing new Public Appointee, John Breakey!

John joined APEGS a month ago serving on the Discipline Committee. The role of public appointees is to represent the public in the self-regulation of the professions of engineering and geoscience by bringing an external viewpoint and transparency to the governance and regulation of the professions. They are appointed according to The Engineering and Geoscience Professions Act by a Lieutenant Governor Order in Council upon recommendation of the minister responsible for the act.

John has spent the last 30 years in the energy industry, primarily in land negotiation and acquisition for oil and gas. He was also a major shareholder in a corporate farm operation. His interests include fishing, hunting, and spending time outdoors with family.

As a member of the Discipline Committee, John offers an independent voice to the discussions and decisions of the committee. “It is important to have a public appointee to bring a fresh set of eyes to the ever-important task of maintaining safety for the public,” said John.

John attended his first council meeting with APEGS at the beginning of December. About his experience, John said, “The participants show a high degree of professionalism with a strong desire to maintain the same going forward.” John hopes that through his business and work experience he’ll be able to make meaningful contributions to APEGS.