In March, the engineering profession opened its doors to show how engineers open doors!
Over one hundred events took place during National Engineering Month at higher education institutions, engineering companies, and industry organizations across Canada. From doors open events to design competitions, from hands-on activities to exhibitions and workshops, the engineering profession invited you in to discover the future that engineers are building. Check out the full list of events that took place in March in the national calendar below.
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If you’re a higher education institution, engineering company, or industry organization hosting a doors open event during National Engineering Month, tell us about it by filling out this form. We’ll include your event in the national calendar of doors open events.
- March 2025
- March 2025
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General public
2025 Capstone Design Symposium
Welcome to the 2025 Capstone Design Symposium at the University of Waterloo! Throughout the academic year, teams of students have collaborated to tackle real-world challenges, applying their knowledge and creativity to engineer solutions that make a difference. From cutting-edge technology to sustainable designs, our students have pushed the boundaries of engineering excellence.
- Virtual | Waterloo
12
Engineering students
Networking for Success Workshop
This session is open to University of Alberta Engineering students and alumni ONLY.
Whether you're preparing for a formal networking event or informal networking opportunities, this session is for you!
This workshop will offer helpful insight into what networking is (hint: it's not as scary as you think), why it's important at all stages of your career, how to build one with intention, and how to be prepared for any networking opportunity.
Join us and learn how to build your professional network and make finding your next opportunity as easy as possible.
- In-person | Edmonton
12
Engineering students
Up4 The Challenge: Harnessing Diversity to Drive Innovation in Engineering and Technology
Engineering and technology teams thrive on conceptual creativity. Without diversity, teams may miss key insights; creating biased work and overlooking opportunities for innovation. Inclusive design flourishes through diverse perspectives, revealing blind spots and inspiring new ideas.
- Virtual
12
General public
Empowering Futures: A Centennial Networking Night
The Networking Night unites Centennial’s community-students, alumni, and industry specialists in biotechnology and food science. Attendees will engage in one-on-one interactions, explore career paths, and review student project showcases, fostering growth and learning. Pre-event webinars will prepare students to ask insightful questions and maximize engagement. This event bridges education and industry, empowering participants to connect, collaborate, and grow in their fields.
- Virtual | Scarborough
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All
Teach the Geek to Speak: Public Speaking for Engineers
This session is designed specifically for professional engineers who want to sharpen their public speaking skills and deliver their technical knowledge with confidence and clarity, ensuring their expertise resonates with diverse audiences. To empower engineers to enhance their public speaking skills, enabling them to deliver clear, engaging, and impactful technical presentations.
- Virtual
13
Engineering students
NEM - Trivia Night 2025
Trivia Night at Dalhousie University is a fun and interactive event that mixes a trivia competition with a casual pizza social. It's a great chance for students, faculty, and Engineers Nova Scotia registrants to connect and network in a relaxed setting! The trivia rounds will cover engineering-themed questions along with general knowledge topics, offering something for everyone and keeping it lively and engaging. Enjoy free pizza, and chill in a fun, relaxed atmosphere!
- In-person | Halifax
13
Engineering students
Kaster-Marcoux Pecha Kucha Showcase
This event will invite teams of 3-4 students to consider challenge related to the triple planetary crisis (climate change, loss of nature, pollution) and how their field of engineering can contribute to a solution. The emphasis will be on “engineers finding real solutions to real problems without creating future problems”.
- In-person | Frederiction
14
Engineering students
Pi Day - Dalhousie Sexton Campus
Pi Day is a special networking event that celebrates Pi Day while providing an opportunity for undergraduate engineering students to connect with both young and experienced professionals. Each Associated University (AU) across Nova Scotia will host a Pi Day event, offering pizza (""pie"") in a casual and welcoming atmosphere.
- In-person | Halifax
14
Engineering students
Pi Day (Times Vary by University)
Pi Day is a special networking event that celebrates Pi Day while providing an opportunity for undergraduate engineering students to connect with both young and experienced professionals. Each Associated University (AU) across Nova Scotia will host a Pi Day event, offering pizza (""pie"") in a casual and welcoming atmosphere.
- In-person | Halifax
14
Engineering students
Pi Day - Acadia University
Pi Day is a special networking event that celebrates Pi Day while providing an opportunity for undergraduate engineering students to connect with both young and experienced professionals. Each Associated University (AU) across Nova Scotia will host a Pi Day event, offering pizza (""pie"") in a casual and welcoming atmosphere.
- In-person | Halifax
