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In a March 30, 2023, Consent Order, Jeremy Wollin, P.Eng., admitted that he demonstrated conduct unbecoming and acted contrary to the Code of Ethics of Engineers and Geoscientists BC by harassing a colleague.

In a March 23, 2023, Consent Order, Edward Yip admitted that he demonstrated unprofessional conduct by preparing an inadequate geotechnical inspection report.

Engineers Canada launched their national advertising campaign, "Building Tomorrows," across Canada on April 11.

Don Gamble, Director, Information Systems, will retire May 31, after 12 years at Engineers and Geoscientists BC.

Peter Mitchell, P.Eng., Director, Professional Practice, Standards & Development, will be retiring at the end of June, after 26 years at Engineers and Geoscientists BC.

Version 2.0 of Professional Practice Guidelines – Sustainability was published April 20. The guidelines provide guidance to engineering and geoscience professionals on how to incorporate sustainability in their professional practice. In addition, the complementary Sustainability Reference Materials were published April 24.

The Engineers and Geoscientists BC Board approved the organization’s 2023/2024 budget, which includes a fee increase to take effect January 2024. Fees will increase by $50 for practising registrants, $13 for non-practising registrants, and $10 for trainees.

On April 25, Engineers and Geoscientists BC celebrated the induction of 158 new professional engineers and geoscientists.

Annual Reporting opens May 1, 2023, and this year Engineers and Geoscientists BC is introducing a new Account Dashboard. The new dashboard enhances the reporting experience by providing personalized yearly requirements for registrants in a single online view.

Do you know a colleague who has made significant contributions to engineering and geoscience? Nominations for the Engineers and Geoscientists BC Awards, the top awards for professional engineers and professional geoscientists in the province, are now open. Learn more about the award categories and how to submit a nomination online.