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2022-2023 Mandatory Regulatory Learning Module Now Available

September 29, 2022

As part of Engineers and Geoscientists BC’s Continuing Education Program, practising registrants are required to complete a Regulatory Learning Module every year. This year’s module is focused on truth and reconciliation with Indigenous peoples and what reconciliation means for engineering and geoscience professionals working in British Columbia.

Engineers and Geoscientists BC Celebrates 2022 Award Winners

September 27, 2022

The 2022 Engineers and Geoscientists BC Awards winners have been announced, honouring 6 individuals and one project that has improved the safety and wellbeing of the people of British Columbia.

New Chief Operating Officer Appointed

September 15, 2022

Engineers and Geoscientists BC is pleased to announce the appointment of Liza Aboud, MBA, ABC, ICD.D as the organization’s new Chief Operating Officer, effective October 11.

First Year Requirements for the Permit to Practice Program

September 8, 2022

Reminder for firms: under the Permit to Practice Program, registrant firms must complete training and policy documentation within 1 year of receiving their permit. Find out what’s required and where to find additional information and resources.

Discipline Notice: Paolo M. Trevisan

September 8, 2022

In a July 28, 2022 Consent Order, Paolo Trevisan admitted that he demonstrated unprofessional conduct by failing to retain complete project records, document adequate structural engineering checks, and ensure the completion of independent structural reviews for a greenhouse structure.

Notarius Offers Digital Seal Discount to Registrants

August 4, 2022

Notarius, Engineers and Geoscientists BC’s digital seal provider, is offering a $100 discount off the one-time signup fee for new subscriptions, until August 31, 2022.

Discipline Notice: Bret Hutchinson, P.Eng.

August 4, 2022

By consent, a registrant admitted he demonstrated unprofessional conduct with respect to his work on a sewerage system. He is restricted from practicing in the area of sewerage systems, and agreed to a fine of $2,500 and a payment of $3,217.05 towards Engineers and Geoscientists BC’s investigation costs.

Did you miss the deadline for Annual Reporting Requirements?

July 6, 2022

The deadline to complete Continuing Education and Annual Reporting requirements was June 30. Registrants who did not meet the deadline must complete their requirements by September 30 and pay late fees and to avoid suspension.

DISCIPLINE NOTICE: Deepak Verma

July 6, 2022

Registrant admitted that he falsely represented himself in support of his Engineers and Geoscientists BC application as a professional engineer. His registration is cancelled and he agreed to pay $1,500 in costs.

Discipline Notice: Robert John McLeod, North Vancouver, BC

July 6, 2022

Registrant admitted that he failed to respond to multiple requests to complete and submit a Practice Review Questionnaire. His registration is cancelled and he agreed to pay $1,500 in costs.

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