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Discipline Notice: Brian Smit, P.Eng.

April 17, 2024
In a March 27, 2024, Consent Order, Brian Smit, P.Eng., admitted that he demonstrated unprofessional conduct in relation to the engineering services he provided for the preparation of structural drawings for a modular office building near Tofino, BC.
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Five Ways to Prepare for Annual Reporting

April 3, 2024
With Annual Reporting starting May 1, now is the time for registrants to make sure they have all their requirements completed. Here’s five ways to get ready to meet the June 30 filing deadline.
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Time for Firms to Renew Permit to Practice

April 2, 2024
Responsible Registrants of registrant firms must keep their Permit to Practice in good standing by completing the annual renewal process that includes updating their information and paying a fee by May 31.
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Updated Website Coming April 13

March 28, 2024
On April 13, you’ll see some updates to our website. With a new navigation menu, it’s designed so all users — applicants, registrants, firms, and the public — can find their way to the information they need easily and intuitively.
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Board Discusses AGM Motion to Cap Fee Increases

February 26, 2024
Concerns from registrants about licencing fee increases triggered two motions at the organization’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) last October. The Engineers and Geoscientists BC Board considered these motions at its February 16 meeting.
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Engineers and Geoscientists BC Named Top Employer

February 13, 2024
For the fourth consecutive year, Engineers and Geoscientists BC has been recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers. The annual competition recognizes BC employers that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work.
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Court Ruling Confirms Title Protection Over “Engineer”

January 29, 2024
A December 1, 2023, BC Supreme Court decision affirmed protection over the title “engineer” under the Professional Governance Act (PGA).
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Information Available to Understand No Reprisals

January 25, 2024
When registrants are pursuing their duty to report or making a complaint, the Professional Governance Act (PGA) states that reprisals may not be taken against them. Supporting information is now available that outlines what a reprisal is and what registrants can do if they face a reprisal.
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Seeking Presenters for 2024 Annual Conference

January 25, 2024
Engineers and Geoscientists BC is seeking presenters—industry experts, thought-leaders, innovators, technology experts, and professional speakers—for its Continuing Education (CE) program for the 2024 Annual Conference.
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Discipline Notice: Bruce Joseph Gernon

January 24, 2024
On October 5, 2023, a Discipline Committee panel found that Bruce Joseph Gernon demonstrated unprofessional conduct relating to the engineering services he provided for a balcony guardrail system for several residential buildings in Burnaby, BC.
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