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Public safety in the ‘Internet of Things’ era
February 25, 2021
In an increasingly digital world, products and devices are evermore interconnected. Doorbells, watches, light bulbs, thermostats, TVs, speakers, appliances, security systems, and vehicles– objects that once performed a simple task are now embedded with transmitters and receivers, and “talk” to each…
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National Engineering Month kicks off with a spotlight on interdisciplinary professions
February 25, 2021
Monday, March 1, 2021, kicks off the start of Canada’s largest celebration of engineering. National Engineering Month not only offers children and youth the chance to explore the world of engineering with online engineering activities and events, but it is also a chance for the engineering communit…
Daily Media Report recap: February 12-25, 2021
February 25, 2021
An investigation into drinking water on First Nations reserves. Senior Queen’s researchers guide younger faculty in career development program. Engineers and Geoscientists BC named a top employer in the province. These were the most-read stories from the Daily Media Report in mid- to late-February…
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New CEAB statement on COVID-19
February 23, 2021
On February 18, the CEAB released a new statement on COVID-19. Building on the statements previously made by the CEAB with regards to COVID-19, and in light of our better understanding of what the short-, medium- and long-term implications the global pandemic will have on CEAB accreditati…
The 2021/2022 visit cycle to be conducted virtually
February 23, 2021
In light of the ever-changing nature of public health restrictions across the country, the CEAB decided at its February 6 meeting that the 2021/2022 accreditation cycle would occur virtually. The CEAB is confident that virtual accreditation visits maintain the same level of rigour as those con…
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Highlights from the February CEAB meeting
February 23, 2021
The Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (CEAB) held their 169th meeting on February 6. Highlights from the meeting include: A decision that all 2021/2022 accreditation visits will be conducted virtually. The ongoing pandemic restrictions on travel, physical gatherings, and on-campus acti…
GACIP Summit+ proceedings available
February 23, 2021
Earlier in December, over 90 participants from 30 higher education institutions took part in the 2020 GACIP Summit Plus. Because COVID-19 public health measures prevented an in-person event, the summit shifted from a regional meeting to a national event. This year’s summit addressed GACIP concepts …
House Finance Committee includes Engineers Canada recommendations in pre-budget consultation
February 17, 2021
The House Finance committee (FINA) tabled its pre-budget consultation report on February 16, including recommendations from Engineers Canada’s pre-budget submission.
Join CCWESTT for a Black History Month discussion
February 11, 2021
Join the Canadian Coalition of Women in Engineering, Science, Trades, and Technology (CCWESTT) on February 25, 2021, at 12 p.m. EST as they celebrate Black History Month with an exploration of three women’s lived experiences in science, engineering, technology, and trades (SETT). Panellists include…
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Enrolment and degrees awarded in engineering continue to grow
February 11, 2021
Engineers Canada released the latest enrolment and degrees awarded data from higher education institutions in Engineers for Tomorrow: Trends in Engineering Enrolment and Degrees Awarded 2015-2019.
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