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SUMMARY:Understanding PST on Professional Services
DESCRIPTION:Effective October 1\, 2026\, Provincial Sales Tax (PST) will apply to engineering\, architectural\, and geoscience services in British Columbia. \nTo help firms prepare for these changes\, ACEC-BC is hosting an information session with representatives from the BC Ministry of Finance. This session will provide an overview of the new PST requirements\, explain how the changes apply to professional services\, and offer attendees the opportunity to ask questions directly to BC Ministry of Finance representatives. \nCan’t make it on August 27? We are offering a second session on September 9. \nWho Should Attend\nThis event is open to ACEC-BC members\, non-members\, and others interested in understanding the application of PST to engineering\, architectural\, and geoscience services. \n💡 Why Attend? \n\nLearn how PST applies to engineering\, architectural\, and geoscience services\, including exemptions\, exclusions\, bundled sales\, and transitional rules\nUnderstand the requirements for registering as a PST collector\, as well as collecting\, filing\, and remitting PST\nHear directly from representatives of the BC Ministry of Finance and ask questions during live Q&A\n\n🎟️ Cost: This event is free to attend \n📚 Continuing Education Hours: 1.5 hours \n🎤 Speakers: Representatives from the BC Ministry of Finance \n\n\n\nACEC-BC is committed to providing a safe\, harassment-free space for all participants\, speakers\, and event staff. Please review the ACEC-BC Code of Conduct for Events.
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/understanding-pst-on-professional-services/
LOCATION:Online Event
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SUMMARY:ACEC-BC Summer Connections Event
DESCRIPTION:July 22 | In-Person in Vancouver\n\n\nJoin us for a summer evening of great conversations\, new connections\, and waterfront views at the Vancouver Rowing Club. \nMembers\, clients\, industry partners\, and guests are invited to gather for a relaxed social. Enjoy food\, refreshments\, and plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues from across the industry. \nThe event will also provide an opportunity to recognize and thank ACEC-BC’s outgoing Chair and Directors for their service and contributions to the Association. \nWhether you’re reconnecting with colleagues\, making new connections\, or simply enjoying a summer evening on the patio\, we look forward to welcoming you. \nWho will be at the event? \nThe ACEC-BC team\, Board of Directors\, committee members\, industry leaders\, and professionals from across BC’s consulting engineering community. \nACEC-BC is committed to providing a safe\, harassment-free space for all participants\, speakers\, and event staff. Please review the ACEC-BC Code of Conduct for Events
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/acec-bc-summer-connections-event/
LOCATION:Vancouver Rowing Club\, 450 Stanley Park Drive\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6G 3E2\, Canada
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260722T110000
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SUMMARY:2026 ACEC-BC Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:July 22\, 2026  |  Virtual AGM\n\n\nThe Annual General Meeting of the Association of Consulting Engineering Companies – British Columbia (ACEC-BC\, the “Association”) will be held on Wednesday\, July 22\, 2026\, at 9:30AM PDT. \nThe meeting will be held for the purposes of: \n\nReceiving the Annual Report of the Association\nElecting the Board of Directors of the Association\n\nTo support broad member engagement\, this year’s AGM will be hosted as a virtual event. \nAnnual General Meeting @ 9:30 – 11:00 AM PT (Online) \nMembers wishing to attend are asked to register in advance and will be provided with login credentials 24-hours prior to the start of the event. Members are required to indicate their voting status during registration. All voting members will have rights and opportunities for questions\, motions\, and voting. \nWho can attend \nThe AGM is an open meeting\, and we welcome voting and non-voting members of the Association as well as participants from partner organizations. Please note that only Voting Members will be allowed to ask questions or make comments during the Annual General Meeting. Guidelines for participation will be available in advance of the meeting and reviewed by the Chair prior to the start of the AGM proceedings. \n🎉 In-person Social Event \nAttendees are also invited to attend an in-person social event following the AGM. The social event supports member connection and provides an opportunity for the Association and members to thank the outgoing Chair and Directors for their service. \n\nWednesday\, July 22\, 2026 | 4:30 – 7:30PM\nVancouver Rowing Club (450 Stanley Park Dr\, Vancouver)\nFood and drinks provided\n\nRegister for the social event here. \n\n\n\nACEC-BC is committed to providing a safe\, harassment-free space for all participants\, speakers\, and event staff. Please review the ACEC-BC Code of Conduct for Events.
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/2026-acec-bc-annual-general-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260623T120000
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SUMMARY:Parental Leave Plus: Beyond the First Step
DESCRIPTION:June 23 | Virtual Event\n\n\nBuilding on last year’s gender equity workshop hosted by ACEC-BC in partnership with WCE Vancouver\, this event explores the broader impact of parental leave and everything that follows\, from childcare and career transitions to workplace culture. \nThe session will begin with a brief overview of current data and workplace policies shaping parental leave\, and their impact on retention and gender equity. A panel discussion will follow\, featuring industry leaders sharing personal experiences\, practical approaches\, and lessons learned navigating parental leave and return-to-work transitions. \nThrough storytelling and real experiences\, the conversation will explore what supports and policies worked well\, where gaps remain\, and how organizations can create environments where parental leave is seen as an opportunity\, not an interruption. \nThis event is free for ACEC-BC members! \n💡 Why Attend? \nParental leave is not just a moment. It is a continuum that affects careers\, team dynamics\, and organizational success. This session will explore: \n\nBreaking down stigmas around gendered roles and leave duration\nFlexible work and benefits programs that support family planning\nOffboarding and onboarding best practices for smoother transitions\nPolicies for non-traditional leave\, including adoption\, and their business impact\nHow inclusive policies support recruitment\, retention\, and workplace culture\n\n📚 Continuing Education Hours: 1.5 hours \n🎤 Speakers \n\nDavid Ellis\, Vice President\, Transportation & Transit\, McElhanney\nMaggie Smith\, Senior Geotechnical Engineer\, Klohn Crippen Berger\nQuinn Crosina\, Division Manager\, Water\, Associated Engineering\nSophie Warwick\, Co-CEO & Co-Founder\, The Thoughtful Co.\n\n\n\n\nACEC-BC is committed to providing a safe\, harassment-free space for all participants\, speakers\, and event staff. Please review the ACEC-BC Code of Conduct for Events. \n\n\n\n🎤 About the Speakers:\nDavid Ellis\, Vice President\, Transportation & Transit\, McElhanney\nDave Ellis is a professional engineer with 16+ years working on transportation infrastructure projects across Western Canada and is McElhanney’s Vice President\, Transportation & Transit. As a senior leader and parent\, Dave is a strong advocate for parental leave\, drawing on lived experience to highlight how time away strengthens families\, improves equity\, and builds more empathetic\, effective leaders and organizations. \nMaggie Smith\, Senior Geotechnical Engineer\, Klohn Crippen Berger\nMaggie Smith is a geotechnical engineer who has been helping mining clients develop and operate safe and sustainable ways to store and manage their waste for 17 years. She is originally from Toronto\, attended both Queens University and UC Berkeley\, and has called Vancouver home for 16 years. \nQuinn Crosina\, Division Manager\, Water\, Associated Engineering\nQuinn is a professional engineer with 20 years’ experience. Based in Vancouver\, she is the Division Manager for Water at Associated Engineering. In her time with the company\, she has worked to shape EDI initiatives\, with a focus on improving retention and progression of women professionals. Quinn and her husband strive to balance careers and life with their two children\, ages 10 and 14. She also enjoys an early morning workout\, a good book\, and planning her next trip. \nSophie Warwick\, Co-CEO & Co-Founder\, The Thoughtful Co.\nSophie Warwick is an experienced public speaker who delivers evidence-based keynotes and workshops on negotiation\, career advancement\, inclusive leadership\, and equitable workplace policies. She has facilitated sessions for organizations including Cambridge University\, Oxford University\, Stantec\, Wealthsimple\, Nokia\, Ledcor\, ISL Engineering\, ACEC-BC\, VRCA\, CFA Vancouver\, and Women in Transportation. With over a decade of industry experience and a Master’s in Structural and Earthquake Engineering from the University of British Columbia\, Sophie brings analytical rigor\, facilitation expertise\, and practical insight to every session.
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/parental-leave-plus-beyond-the-first-step/
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SUMMARY:FLN Panel Discussion: Conflict Management for Future Leaders
DESCRIPTION:June 18 | In-Person in Victoria\n\n\nJoin ACEC-BC’s Future Leaders Network in Victoria for an in-person panel discussion on Conflict Management for Future Leaders\n🎤 Brian White\nBusiness Leader – Environmental Services\, McElhanney\nBrian is a Business Leader and Senior Project Manager for environmental services at McElhanney. In his nearly 25 year career\, Brian has lead multi discipline project teams that have delivered projects that have exceeded $500M in capital costs. As a people leader\, Brian enjoys mentoring and learning from those around him. He prides himself in being an active listener and contributor to the growth of his teammates and others within the ACEC industry in their technical and personal growth. \n🎤 Hayley Bond\nPrincipal\, Archaeologist\, Stantec\nHayley Bond is a Principal\, Business Center Practice Lead\, Project Manager\, and Senior Archaeologist in Stantec’s Environmental Services group. With over 20 years of experience\, she has worked across British Columbia and Washington State in both the public and private sectors. A qualified permit holder\, she leads provincially regulated archaeological assessments and works collaboratively with Indigenous Nations\, providing practical regulatory and heritage resource management expertise. \n🎤 Irvin Naidu\nMunicipal Utilities Regional Lead\, PBX Engineering\nIrvin is an Associate and Senior Design Engineer with PBX Engineering in Victoria\, BC\, and serves as Regional Municipal Utilities Lead across Vancouver Island. In this role\, he oversees delivery standards and supports teams and clients through complex project challenges. With 16 years of experience\, he is known for fostering collaboration\, and aligning perspectives to keep projects moving forward. \n🎤 Sandy Godwin\nDirector Planning and Engineering\, Victoria Airport Authority\nSandy Godwin\, P.Eng.\, is the Director of Planning and Engineering at the Victoria Airport Authority\, where he leads the airport’s capital program\, including a major terminal expansion. With over 15 years of owner-side experience across airports\, ferry terminals\, and wastewater infrastructure\, he has learned that conflict is often unavoidable but manageable with the right approach and a bit of patience. \n📚 Continuing Education Hours: 2 hours \nSecure your spot early — spaces are limited and expected to fill quickly. \nACEC-BC is committed to providing a safe\, harassment-free space for all participants\, speakers\, and event staff. Please review the ACEC-BC Code of Conduct for Events.
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/fln-panel-discussion-conflict-management-for-future-leaders/
LOCATION:The Union Club\, 805 Gordon Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 1Z6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260616T073000
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SUMMARY:Client Engagement Breakfast with TransLink
DESCRIPTION:June 16 | Online & In-Person in New Westminster\n\n\nJoin ACEC-BC and industry colleagues for an exclusive opportunity to connect directly with leaders from TransLink.\nThis event will include opening remarks and updates from TransLink representatives\, followed by an opportunity for dialogue and engagement with leaders from across the organization. \nStay tuned for more details on topics and speakers. \nSecure your spot early. Spaces are limited and expected to fill quickly! \n🎤 Who will be at the event? \n\nSenior leaders and representatives from TransLink \nMembers of the ACEC-BC TransLink  Liaison Committee\n\n💡 Why Attend? \n\nGain insights into TransLink ’s current priorities and projects\nEngage directly with TransLink leaders in a collaborative setting\nBuild connections with industry peers and public-sector leaders\n\n📍 Attendance Option:In-person: Anvil Centre (777 Columbia St\, New Westminster)Online: Interactive livestream with Q&A \n📚 Continuing Education (CE) Hours: 2 hours \n\n\n\nACEC-BC is committed to providing a safe\, harassment-free space for all participants\, speakers\, and event staff. Please review the ACEC-BC Code of Conduct for Events.
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/client-engagement-breakfast-with-translink-3/
LOCATION:Anvil Centre\, 777 Columbia Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3M 1B6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260611T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260611T170000
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SUMMARY:Client Engagement Event on Vancouver Island
DESCRIPTION:June 11 | Online & In-Person in Nanaimo\n\n\nJoin ACEC-BC and industry colleagues for an opportunity to connect directly with leaders from the City of Nanaimo\, Regional District of Nanaimo\, and the Municipality of North Cowichan. \nThis event will feature presentations from municipal leaders followed by a panel discussion on the challenges\, opportunities\, and future of sustainable municipal infrastructure delivery across Vancouver Island communities. \nDesigned to encourage open dialogue and relationship-building\, the event brings together consulting engineering professionals and public-sector leaders to share perspectives and discuss priorities impacting infrastructure planning and delivery. \nSpaces are limited and expected to fill quickly. Register early to secure your spot. \n🎤 Who will be at the event? \n\nSenior leaders and representatives from City of Nanaimo\, Regional District of Nanaimo\, and the Municipality of North Cowichan\nMembers of the ACEC-BC Municipal Engineering Committee\n\n💡 Why Attend? \n\nGain insights into current municipal priorities\, projects\, and delivery approaches\nHear directly from client leaders across Vancouver Island communities\nEngage in meaningful dialogue on infrastructure challenges and Build relationships with public-sector leaders and industry peers\nEarn 2 Continuing Education (CE) Hours\n\n🎤 Featured Presentations \nMunicipal Engineering PerspectivesPresented by Poul Rosen\, Director of Engineering\, City of Nanaimo \nValue of Strong Collaborative DeliveryPresented by James Haddou\, Manager of Capital Project Delivery\, Regional District of Nanaimo \nPanel Discussion: From Today’s Challenges to Tomorrow’s Leaders: Delivering Sustainable Municipal Infrastructure \nPanelists include: \n\nPoul Rosen\, Director of Engineering\, City of Nanaimo\nJames Haddou\, Manager of Capital Project Delivery\, Regional District of Nanaimo\nMoudud Hasan\, Senior Manager\, Engineering\, Municipality of North Cowichan\nMichelle Mahovlich\, Senior Municipal Advisory Engineer\, McElhanney\, Past EGBC Chair and Former Director of Engineering and Public Works\, City of Langford\n\n\n\n\nACEC-BC is committed to providing a safe\, harassment-free space for all participants\, speakers\, and event staff. Please review the ACEC-BC Code of Conduct for Events.
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/client-engagement-event-on-vancouver-island/
LOCATION:Coast Bastion Hotel\, 11 Bastion Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 6E4\, Canada
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260602T180000
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SUMMARY:Client Engagement Event with Metro Vancouver
DESCRIPTION:June 2 | Online & In-Person in New Westminster\n\n\nJoin ACEC-BC and industry colleagues for an exclusive opportunity to connect directly with leaders from Metro Vancouver.\nThis event will include opening remarks and updates from Metro Vancouver representatives\, followed by an opportunity for dialogue and engagement with leaders from across the organization. \nStay tuned for more details on topics and speakers. \nSecure your spot early. Spaces are limited and expected to fill quickly! \n🎤 Who will be at the event? \n\nSenior leaders and representatives from Metro Vancouver\nMembers of the ACEC-BC Metro Vancouver Liaison Committee\n\n💡 Why Attend? \n\nGain insights into Metro Vancouver’s current priorities and projects\nEngage directly with Metro Vancouver leaders in a collaborative setting\nBuild connections with industry peers and public-sector leaders\n\n📍 Attendance Option:In-person: Anvil Centre (777 Columbia St\, New Westminster)Online: Interactive livestream with Q&A \n📚 Continuing Education (CE) Hours: 2 hours \n\n\n\nACEC-BC is committed to providing a safe\, harassment-free space for all participants\, speakers\, and event staff. Please review the ACEC-BC Code of Conduct for Events.
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/client-engagement-event-with-metro-vancouver-4/
LOCATION:Anvil Centre\, 777 Columbia Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3M 1B6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260521T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260521T130000
DTSTAMP:20260520T194126Z
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SUMMARY:Climate-Ready Projects: Scoping & Procurement in Practice
DESCRIPTION:May 21 | Virtual Event\n\n\nJoin ACEC-BC’s Sustainability and Climate Change Committee for a virtual panel discussion on Climate-Ready Projects: Scoping & Procurement in Practice\, exploring practical approaches to strengthening the long-term resilience and sustainability of infrastructure projects by integrating climate considerations from the outset. \nThe session will begin with a brief introduction to ACEC-BC’s Member Guide on Incorporating Climate Change Considerations for Project Scoping and Procurement\, followed by a panel discussion with consultants and infrastructure owners. \nThis event is free for ACEC-BC members! \n💡 Why Attend? \nLearn how to better integrate climate considerations into project planning\, design\, and procurement processes. \nParticipants will gain insights into: \n\nHow to identify\, assess\, and incorporate relevant climate factors into planning and decision-making\nHow consultants can design and deliver projects that proactively address climate risks\nTools and approaches to integrate climate change considerations into RFPs\n\n📚 Continuing Education Hours: 1 hour \n🎤 Meet the Panelists: \n\nBernard Ableson\, Mott MacDonald\nGabriela Mercado\, BC Housing\nRaphael Shay\, Sunshine Coast Regional District\nEdwin Guerra Castrejon\, Associated Engineering\n\n\n\n\nACEC-BC is committed to providing a safe\, harassment-free space for all participants\, speakers\, and event staff. Please review the ACEC-BC Code of Conduct for Events. \n\n\n\n🎤 About the Panelists:\nBernard Ableson\, Canada Commercial Manager\, Senior VP\, Mott MacDonald\nBernard Abelson has over 30 years of experience in multidisciplinary project management and transportation engineering in Canada and South Africa\, as well as marketing and business management experience having worked outside the industry for six years. Other areas of focus are business management system development\, project management excellence\, and sustainability. Relevant to this discussion\, he is an Envision Sustainability Professional\, helping clients “deliver the right project right”. \nGabriela Mercado\, Senior Sustainability and Resilience Advisor\, BC Housing\nGabriela is a Senior Sustainability and Resilience Advisor at BC Housing. With over a decade of experience as a senior architect in Mexico\, she honed her skills in integrating sustainable practices into architectural designs. Gabriela holds a Master’s Degree in High Performance Buildings from UBC\, where her passion for sustainability and climate change blossomed. Now\, she is dedicated to implementing sustainable and resilient practices at BC Housing\, aiming to enhance the quality of buildings and improve the lives of tenants while reducing environmental impact. \nRaphael Shay\, Sustainable Development Manager\, Sunshine Coast Regional District\nRaphael is the Sustainable Development Manager at the beautiful Sunshine Coast Regional District. He has worked on entrepreneurial projects and innovative policy in the field of climate\, energy\, and water for the past 20 years. Raphael has a BPhil in Interdisciplinary Leadership Studies from the University of New Brunswick and a Masters in Environment and Management at Royal Roads University. He also enjoys canoeing\, exploring mountains\, and foraging for mushrooms with his family. \nEdwin Guerra Castrejon\, Mechanical Engineer\, Associated Engineering\nEdwin is an Engineer with over fifteen years of experience ranging from consulting\, GHG modeling\, feasibility studies and energy modeling. As an ASHRAE Certified Decarbonization Professional and LEED BD+C accredited professional\, he has a passion for sustainability and a desire to optimize life cycle building performance\, facility maintenance and occupant comfort. Additionally\, Edwin has valuable skills in facilitation\, and data visualization in a variety of sectors in the built environment.
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/climate-ready-projects-scoping-procurement-in-practice/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260514T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260514T200000
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SUMMARY:FLN Member Connections: Future Leaders Network Exchange
DESCRIPTION:May 14 | In-Person in Vancouver\n\n\nBuild meaningful connections. Gain real insight. Shape your path in consulting engineering.\nJoin ACEC-BC’s Future Leaders Network for an engaging evening designed to bring emerging professionals and experienced industry leaders together in a structured\, collaborative setting. \nMember Connections: Future Leaders Network Exchange is focused on meaningful conversation\, shared experience\, and strengthening connections across BC’s consulting engineering community. \nThis event creates space for open dialogue between professionals at different stages of their careers\, with an emphasis on learning\, perspective\, and industry awareness. \nWhat to Expect\nThe evening begins with a series of structured\, small-group discussions with senior professionals from across the industry. \nThese guided conversations provide an opportunity to: \n\nLearn from real project and leadership experience\nAsk questions about navigating the consulting engineering environment\nGain perspective on industry trends and challenges\nShare insights and experiences with peers\n\nParticipants will rotate through multiple discussions\, creating a dynamic and engaging experience. \nFollowing the structured sessions\, continue conversations over refreshments and canapés in a relaxed setting. \nWho will be at the event?\n\nChunpreet Sahota\, BC Director\, Buildings Structural\, WSP\nElham Nasseri\, Senior Project & Engineering Leader\, BBA Consultants\nIan Chan\, Principal\, Stantec\nJeannine Martin\, President\, Vancouver Regional Construction Association\nJordan Larkins\, Senior Consultant (Water Resources)\, SRK Consulting\nNigel Apomah\, Senior PM\, RAM Consulting\nSara Mighan\, Principal\, MCW Consultants\nTijana Smiljanic\, Operations Leader – APD\, McElhanney\nPablo Urrutia\, Operations Manager Mining Environmental Group\, Klohn Crippen Berger\nand more to come!\n\nWho Should Attend\nEmerging professionals with up to 10 years of experience in consulting engineering who are interested in learning\, connecting\, and contributing to the industry. \nSecure Your Spot\nCapacity is limited to support a high-quality\, interactive experience. Register early to secure your spot! \nACEC-BC is committed to providing a safe\, harassment-free space for all participants\, speakers\, and event staff. Please review the ACEC-BC Code of Conduct for Events.
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/fln-member-connections-future-leaders-network-exchange/
LOCATION:Rogue Kitchen & Wetbar\, 601 West Cordova Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 1E1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:YPG
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260508T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260508T220000
DTSTAMP:20260319T202010Z
CREATED:20260319T202010Z
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SUMMARY:2026 ACEC-BC Awards for Engineering Excellence Gala
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URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/2026-acec-bc-awards-for-engineering-excellence-gala/
LOCATION:Vancouver Playhouse\, 600 Hamilton St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B5N6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260409T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260409T193000
DTSTAMP:20260319T202107Z
CREATED:20260303T234744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T202107Z
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SUMMARY:Small Firms Connections Event
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URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/small-firms-connections-event-4/
LOCATION:Rogue Kitchen & Wetbar (Eastside Lounge + Barrels)\, 601 West Cordova Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 1E1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260401T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260401T100000
DTSTAMP:20260319T202110Z
CREATED:20260313T155848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T202110Z
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SUMMARY:FLN Panel Discussion: Navigating Multidisciplinary Projects
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/fln-panel-discussion-navigating-multidisciplinary-projects/
LOCATION:Coast Capri Hotel\, 1171 Harvey Avenue\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 6E8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260325T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260325T093000
DTSTAMP:20260319T202113Z
CREATED:20260303T182446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T202113Z
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SUMMARY:FLN Breakfast Event: Time Management & Self Discipline
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/fln-breakfast-event-time-management-self-discipline/
LOCATION:Stantec\, 111 Dunsmuir Street\, #1100\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 6A3\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260312T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260312T133000
DTSTAMP:20260303T234744Z
CREATED:20260220T222428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T234744Z
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SUMMARY:ACEC-BC Webinar: Lessons in Professional Liability for Design Professionals
DESCRIPTION:March 12 | Virtual Event\n\n\nJoin ACEC-BC for a virtual presentation on Lessons in Professional Liability for Design Professionals\n\nThe purpose of the webinar is to help your firm learn how to lower your exposure to claims/losses. It’s designed to give principals and professionals a basic understanding of why claims against design firms occur and the best methods to prevent or mitigate those claims. \n  \nParticipants will be exposed to strategies and techniques that can increase your firms effectiveness in practices such as: \n\nBusiness communications\nProject evaluation\nClient selection\nContract and scope development\nShop drawing review\n\n  \n🎤 Meet the Guest Speakers: \n\nRob McLeod\, Sr. VP\, Professional & Financial Services\, Axis Insurance\nGordon Peters\, Senior Claims Specialist\, AXA XL\n\n  \n📚 Continuing Education Hours: 1 hour \n  \nACEC-BC is committed to providing a safe\, harassment-free space for all participants\, speakers\, and event staff. Please review the ACEC-BC Code of Conduct for Events. \n\n\n\n🎤 About the Guest Speakers: \nRob McLeod\, Sr. VP\, Professional & Financial Services\, Axis Insurance \nRob McLeod is an insurance broker with over 15 years of risk management experience. He specializes in helping architects\, engineers\, and construction professionals manage their risks through education and quality insurance solutions. Rob is an active member of the design professional community and regularly publishes articles related to loss prevention. \n  \nGordon Peters\, Senior Claims Specialist\, AXA XL \nOver 35 years handling professional liability insurance claims for design professionals across Canada.
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/acec-bc-webinar-lessons-in-professional-liability-for-design-professionals/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260211T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260211T173000
DTSTAMP:20260113T215532Z
CREATED:20260113T215000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T215532Z
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SUMMARY:Client Engagement Event with the City of Surrey
DESCRIPTION:February 11 | In-Person & Online\n\n\nJoin ACEC-BC and industry colleagues for an exclusive opportunity to connect directly with leaders from the City of Surrey.\nThis is a key opportunity for consulting engineering professionals to hear from municipal leadership and engage in open dialogue. The event features a panel discussion followed by a networking reception to support ongoing conversations and connections. \n  \nStay tuned for more details on topics and speakers. Spots for in-person attendance are limited – register early to secure your place! \n  \n🎤 Who will be at the event?\n\nVictor Jhingan\, Director\, Project Delivery\, Engineering Department\, City of Surrey\n15+ representatives from the City of Surrey\nMembers of the ACEC-BC Municipal Engineering Committee\n\n  \n📍 Location:\n\nIn-person: Civic Hotel (13475 Central Ave\, Surrey)\n\n\nOnline: Interactive livestream with Q&A\n\n  \n📚 Continuing Education (CE) Hours:\n\n2 hours\n\n\n\n\nACEC-BC is committed to providing a safe\, harassment-free space for all participants\, speakers\, and event staff. Please review the ACEC-BC Code of Conduct for Events.
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/client-engagement-event-with-the-city-of-surrey/
LOCATION:Civic Hotel\, Autograph Collection\, 13475 Central Avenue\, Surrey\, BC\, V3T 0L8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260128T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260129T200000
DTSTAMP:20260113T215306Z
CREATED:20251211T194051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T215306Z
UID:10000126-1769590800-1769716800@acec-bc.ca
SUMMARY:Transportation Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:British Columbia’s Leading Transportation Sector Conference\n\n\nWhat is #TConf2026 about?\nThe Association of Consulting Engineering Companies British Columbia\, in partnership with the Ministry of Transportation and Transit and TransLink\, is proud to host the 2026 Transportation Conference — a two day conference showcasing the future direction and trends surrounding BC’s transportation sector. \nJanuary 28: Talks & Presentations (Online)\nDay 1 will be hosted 100% online and accessible to attendees from anywhere across BC and beyond! We’re excited to host all conference sessions on a virtual events platform primed for content sharing. The platform includes live captioning\, session replay\, video calling\, and much more to support attendees in engaging with the content and building connections with attendees online. \nJanuary 29: Tours\, Workshops\, Connections & Awards (In-person)\nDay 2 will be packed with opportunities for in-person connections and networking with colleagues\, clients\, and partners in BC’s transportation sector through workshops. site tours\, a networking reception\, and the BC Transportation Consulting Engineers Awards. \n\nSite Tour Options: Broadway Subway Project\, Holdom Overpass\, Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal\, Pinetree & Guildford\, Phibbs Exchange\nWorkshops & BC Transportation Consulting Engineers Awards: Fairmont Hotel Vancouver\, 900 W Georgia St\, Vancouver\n\nCheck out the full program by visiting transportationconference.ca. \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarly Bird Delegate Pass: $495 (Full price $595)\nEarly bird expires on December 31!\nIncludes: \n\nAll Talks & Presentations\nDinner & BC Highway’s Consulting Engineers Awards\nOptional Site Tours and Workshops\nIn-person Networking Reception\nAccess to Session Recordings\nCertificate of Attendance (PDH)\n\n  \nVirtual Only Pass: $250\nIncludes: \n\nAll Talks & Presentations\nAccess to Session Recordings\nCertificate of Attendance (PDH)\n\n  \nACEC-BC is committed to providing a safe\, harassment-free space for all participants\, speakers\, and event staff. Please review the ACEC-BC Code of Conduct for Events \n\n\n\nProudly presented by
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/transportation-conference-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260113T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260113T130000
DTSTAMP:20251211T194615Z
CREATED:20251211T194037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T194615Z
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SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Financial Literacy for Future Leaders
DESCRIPTION:January 13\, 2026 | Virtual Event\n\n\nJoin ACEC-BC’s Future Leaders Network for a virtual presentation on the Fundamentals of Financial Literacy\n\nNavigate your financial future with confidence in this interactive presentation designed for future leaders with guest speaker Andrew Bay. Learn to recognize behavioural biases that derail investment decisions – from chasing viral stock tips on social media to making emotional money moves. We’ll cut through the noise to help you build a systematic approach using dollar-cost averaging\, smart education planning\, and appropriate insurance coverage. \n  \n💡 Why Attend? \n\nDiscover how to maximize RRSPs\, TFSAs\, and FHSAs based on your unique goals\nExplore strategic planning opportunities for homeownership\nMake informed financial decisions in an increasingly complex landscape\n\n  \n🎤 About Andrew\nDivision Manager\, Bay & Associates \nAndrew Bay is a Division Manager with Bay & Associates\, where he’s made his mark since 1997\, both as a top-performing advisor and as a mentor who elevates those around him. As an Associate member of ACEC-BC since 2004\, Bay & Associates has specialized in delivering unique and complex planning strategies to engineers\, technologists and incorporated business professionals throughout Western Canada. Andrew has delivered over 200 financial literacy and empowerment workshops to more than 80 companies. \n  \n📚 Continuing Education Hours: 1 hour \n  \nACEC-BC is committed to providing a safe\, harassment-free space for all participants\, speakers\, and event staff. Please review the ACEC-BC Code of Conduct for Events
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/fundamentals-of-financial-literacy-for-future-leaders/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251119T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251119T093000
DTSTAMP:20251113T175958Z
CREATED:20251110T193012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T175958Z
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SUMMARY:FLN Breakfast Event: Navigating the Technical Career Path
DESCRIPTION:November 19\, 2025 | In-person in Kelowna\n\n\nJoin ACEC-BC’s Future Leaders Network in Kelowna for a in-person breakfast event on Leadership and Management\n\nWith a less than conventional career path and two competing fermentation passions\, guest speaker Karen Sutherland will present on how engineers can effectively navigate their technical career paths\, with a focus on opportunities for growth and strategies for building long-term professional success. It will address the challenges and opportunities that arise at different stages of professional development\, from early career choices to advanced technical specialization and leadership roles. The discussion will consider pros and cons of technical vs. project management paths and elicit questions from attendees. \n  \n🎤 About Karen \nWater & Wastewater Engineer\, McElhanney \nKaren has 30+ years of experience in W/WW treatment including leading a group of 33 technical staff\, developing a company internal PM course\, 4+ years of full-time on-site WTP / WWTP start-up and commissioning\, 2 years of laboratory and pilot plant experience. She has also worked in France\, Germany\, Spain and Trinidad\, has a 2020 MSc. in Vineyard and Winery Management from Bordeaux\, and worked for a start-up in the Okanagan. \n  \n📚 Continuing Education Hours: 1 hour \n  \nSecure your spot early — spaces are limited and expected to fill quickly. \n  \nACEC-BC is committed to providing a safe\, harassment-free space for all participants\, speakers\, and event staff. Please review the ACEC-BC Code of Conduct for Events
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/fln-breakfast-event-navigating-the-technical-career-path/
LOCATION:Coast Capri Hotel\, 1171 Harvey Avenue\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 6E8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:YPG
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251106T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251106T193000
DTSTAMP:20250911T161628Z
CREATED:20250911T161040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T161628Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Future Leaders Network Conference
DESCRIPTION:November 6\, 2025 | Hosted in Vancouver + Online\n\n\nThe Association of Consulting Engineering Companies British Columbia’s Future Leaders Network is proud to host the Annual Future Leaders Network Conference — a hybrid event focused on the development of non-technical skills for young professionals in BC’s Consulting Engineering industry. \nThis year’s theme: Stronger Connections\, Brighter Futures \nThrough a series of interactive sessions\, panel discussions\, and networking events\, attendees will learn about topics such as Navigating Your Work\, Managing Relationships\, Self Awareness\, Mindset & Communication Skills\, How To Be an EDI Champion\, and more! \nConference Talks and Presentations: BCIT Vancouver Tech Collider\, 555 Seymour Street\, Vancouver\, BC + Online \nNetworking and Connections: FUNK. Coffee Bar\, 1025 Dunsmuir St\, Vancouver\, BC \nView the full agenda at flnconference.com \nACEC-BC is committed to providing a safe\, harassment-free space for all participants\, speakers\, and event staff. P lease review the ACEC-BC Code of Conduct for Events
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/2025-future-leaders-network-conference/
LOCATION:Online + BCIT Vancouver Tech Collider\, 555 Seymour Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 3H6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:YPG
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251028T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251028T193000
DTSTAMP:20250911T161639Z
CREATED:20250821T201514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T161639Z
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SUMMARY:ACEC-BC FLN: Inclusive Leadership and Unconscious Bias
DESCRIPTION:October 28\, 2025 | In-person in Victoria\n\n\nJoin ACEC-BC’s Future Leaders Network for an in-person presentation on Inclusive Leadership and Unconscious Bias\n\nGuest speaker Dr. Rishi Gupta will be sharing insight on some common Equity\, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) mistakes in the form of thought-provoking scenarios with a focus on Inclusive Leadership and Unconscious Bias. This interactive session will allow attendees to engage and present their own reflections and viewpoints. \n🎤 About Dr. Rishi Gupta\nProfessor\, University of Victoria \nDr. Rishi Gupta is a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Victoria. He is the Director of the Center for Advanced Materials and Related Technology and leads the Facility for Innovative Materials and Infrastructure Monitoring at the University of Victoria. \nDr. Gupta previously served as Special Advisor to the Dean on Equity\, Diversity\, and Inclusion (EDI)\, reflecting his commitment to fostering inclusive academic and professional environments. \nA recognized leader in civil engineering\, he has been named a Fellow of Engineers Canada and a Fellow of the Canadian Society of Senior Engineers\, distinctions that highlight his significant contributions to the profession and the engineering community. \n📚 Continuing Education Hours: 1 hour \nTickets include canapés and refreshments! \nACEC-BC is committed to providing a safe\, harassment-free space for all participants\, speakers\, and event staff. Please review the ACEC-BC Code of Conduct for Events
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/acec-bc-fln-inclusive-leadership-and-unconscious-bias/
LOCATION:The Union Club\, 805 Gordon Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 1Z6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:YPG
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251009T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251009T193000
DTSTAMP:20250911T161419Z
CREATED:20250820T185356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T161419Z
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SUMMARY:Small Firms Connections Event
DESCRIPTION:October 9\, 2025  |  In-person in Vancouver\n\n\nJoin ACEC-BC’s Small Firms Council for a Connections event on October 9th in Vancouver!\n \nWe want to hear how your firm is managing and how the Association can help! The Small Firms Council (SFC) has organized this event to support small firms in building connections and to hear about any challenges your firm is facing. \n \nWho will be at the event?\nThe ACEC-BC team\, Small Firm Council Representatives\, ACEC-BC Board members\, and other Small Firm Members! \n\nACEC-BC is committed to providing a safe\, harassment-free space for all participants\, speakers\, and event staff. Please review the ACEC-BC Code of Conduct for Events
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/small-firms-connections-event-3/
LOCATION:Rogue Kitchen & Wetbar (Eastside Lounge + Barrels)\, 601 West Cordova Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 1E1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250924T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250924T100000
DTSTAMP:20250911T161419Z
CREATED:20250818T174255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T161419Z
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SUMMARY:Regional Leaders Breakfast – Kelowna
DESCRIPTION:September 24\, 2025  |  In-person in Kelowna\n\n\n-Member Only Event- \nWe are delighted to invite regional member leaders to join us to connect and discuss the industry over breakfast on September 24. \nIan Steele\, ACEC-BC Board Chair\, and Caroline Andrewes\, President & CEO\, will host the event along with members of the ACEC-BC Board. Ian and Caroline will share an update on association actions and will facilitate discussion and feedback from members. \n \n🕠 When: September 24\, 2025 at 7:30 AM \n📍 Where: Coast Capri Hotel – Vintage Room\, 1171 Harvey Avenue\, Kelowna\, BC \n \nTopic of Discussion\nThe breakfast will include hosted dialogue on ACEC-BC actions and industry issues. Members are welcome to raise topics in advance of the event by emailing info@acec-bc.ca. \n \nWho Should Attend\nThis event is best suited for company regional leaders interested in connecting with colleagues and association leaders. \n\n\n\nACEC-BC is committed to providing a safe\, harassment-free space for all participants\, speakers\, and event staff. Please review the ACEC-BC Code of Conduct for Events.
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/regional-leaders-breakfast-kelowna/
LOCATION:Coast Capri Hotel\, 1171 Harvey Avenue\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 6E8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250923T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250923T100000
DTSTAMP:20250911T161418Z
CREATED:20250818T174238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T161418Z
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SUMMARY:Regional Leaders Breakfast – Kamloops
DESCRIPTION:September 23\, 2025  |  In-person in Kamloops\n\n\n-Member Only Event- \nWe are delighted to invite regional member leaders to join us to connect and discuss the industry over breakfast on September 23. \nIan Steele\, ACEC-BC Board Chair\, and Caroline Andrewes\, President & CEO\, will host the event along with members of the ACEC-BC Board. Ian and Caroline will share an update on association actions and will facilitate discussion and feedback from members. \n \n🕠 When: September 23\, 2025 at 7:30 AM \n📍 Where: Sandman Signature Kamloops – Savona Room\, 225 Lorne Street\, Kamloops\, BC \n \nTopic of Discussion\nThe breakfast will include hosted dialogue on ACEC-BC actions and industry issues. Members are welcome to raise topics in advance of the event by emailing info@acec-bc.ca. \n \nWho Should Attend\nThis event is best suited for company regional leaders interested in connecting with colleagues and association leaders. \n\n\n\nACEC-BC is committed to providing a safe\, harassment-free space for all participants\, speakers\, and event staff. Please review the ACEC-BC Code of Conduct for Events
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/regional-leaders-breakfast-kamloops/
LOCATION:Sandman Signature Kamloops Hotel\, 225 Lorne Street\, Kamloops\, BC\, V2C 1W2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250717T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250717T193000
DTSTAMP:20250617T220053Z
CREATED:20250617T220053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T220053Z
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SUMMARY:2025 ACEC-BC Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:July 17\, 2024  |  Virtual AGM + In-person reception\n\n\nThe Annual General Meeting of the Association of Consulting Engineering Companies – British Columbia (ACEC-BC\, the “Association”) will be held on Thursday\, July 17\, 2025\, at 9:30AM PDT. \nThe meeting will be held for the purposes of: \n\nReceiving the Annual Report of the Association\nElecting the Board of Directors of the Association\n\nTo support broad member engagement\, this year’s AGM will be hosted as a virtual event. An in-person social event is planned for later the same day. \nAnnual General Meeting @ 9:30 – 11:00 AM PT (Online) \nMembers wishing to attend are asked to register in advance and will be provided with login credentials 24-hours prior to the start of the event. Members are required to indicate their voting status during registration. All voting members will have rights and opportunities for questions\, motions\, and voting. \nIn-person Social Event @ 4:30 – 7:30 PM PT (Steamworks\, 375 Water Street\, Vancouver) \nThe social event supports member connection and is an opportunity for the Association and members to thank the outgoing Chair and Directors for their service. Food and drinks will be provided. \nWho can attend \nThe AGM is an open meeting\, and we welcome voting and non-voting members of the Association as well as participants from partner organizations. Please note that only Voting Members will be allowed to ask questions or make comments during the Annual General Meeting. Guidelines for participation will be available in advance of the meeting and reviewed by the Chair prior to the start of the AGM proceedings. \n\n\n\nACEC-BC is committed to providing a safe\, harassment-free space for all participants\, speakers\, and event staff. Please review the ACEC-BC Code of Conduct for Events.
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/2025-acec-bc-annual-general-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250626T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250626T133000
DTSTAMP:20250609T192550Z
CREATED:20250605T173251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T192550Z
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SUMMARY:FLN Panel Discussion: Climate Change for Early Career Professionals
DESCRIPTION:June 26\, 2025 | Virtual event\n\n\nJoin ACEC-BC’s Future Leaders Network for a virtual panel discussion on Climate Change for Early Career Professionals.\n  \nClimate change affects all disciplines of consulting engineering and is increasingly affecting our daily work and designs. These 4 experienced panelists will share practical insights on integrating climate considerations into your work and navigating common challenges through a Young Professional lens. \n  \n💡 Why Attend? \n\nUnderstand how we can proactively foster a better approach to climate change\nGain insight on specific climate change and sustainability related engineering practices\nLearn how to approach community and infrastructure resilience\n\n  \n🎤 Meet the Panelists: \n\nClare Share\, Climate Resilience Lead\, McElhanney\nRobert Lepage\, Founding Principal\, Climes Group Engineering Inc.\nPia Abercromby\, Leading Specialist in Sustainability\, COWI\nKatherine Greene\, Climate Resilience Consultant\, Stantec\n\n  \n📚 Continuing Education Hours: 1 hour \nDon’t miss this opportunity to gain insight on how to be a climate conscious engineer. Secure your spot today! \n\n\n\nACEC-BC is committed to providing a safe\, harassment-free space for all participants\, speakers\, and event staff. Please review the ACEC-BC Code of Conduct for Events. \n\n\n\n🎤 About the Guest Speakers: \nClare Share\, Climate Resilience Lead\, McElhanney \nClare Share\, an award-winning climate risk leader with 18+ years of experience\, specializes in flood and climate risk and climate change impacts. She has managed teams for planning\, risk assessment\, and engineering. A certified Infrastructure Resilience Professional\, Clare brings unique insights into community-level climate adaptation in Canada and Europe. \n  \nRobert Lepage\, Founding Principal\, Climes Group Engineering Inc. \nRobert is a nationally recognized expert in climate change resilience for buildings. He advises on climate adaptation and mitigation pathways in existing buildings and new construction. He is actively involved in bleeding edge climate research for buildings and sits on several national and international climate change committees. \n  \nPia Abercromby\, Leading Specialist in Sustainability\, COWI \nAs Leading Specialist for Sustainability in Canada at COWI\, Pia champions sustainability in engineering projects\, integrating climate resilience and carbon accounting while enhancing biodiversity and social outcomes. She brings diverse experience to the table\, leveraging her background in structural engineering to drive sustainable solutions in the real world. Pia has volunteered with ACEC-BC in various capacities since 2016\, including chairing the Sustainability and Climate Change Committee. \n  \nKatherine Greene\, Climate Resilience Consultant\, Stantec \nKatherine specializes in climate adaptation and resilience. She has conducted multiple comprehensive climate risk assessments for individual buildings\, portfolios of buildings\, and community-level assessments that include residential and commercial buildings\, horizontal infrastructure\, natural infrastructure\, community services\, and health and wellbeing. Katherine is also an experienced engagement facilitator\, leading collaborative working group sessions with design teams to inform assessments.
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/fln-panel-discussion-climate-change-for-early-career-professionals/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250624T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250624T100000
DTSTAMP:20250617T220053Z
CREATED:20250424T225258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T220053Z
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SUMMARY:Client Engagement Breakfast with TransLink
DESCRIPTION:June 24 | Online & In-person in Vancouver\n\n\nJoin us on June 24 for connections over breakfast with key representatives from TransLink!\nTopic of discussion includes TransLink’s capital plans\, upcoming projects\, challenges and successes\, and much more! \nThe seats for in-person attendance are limited so be sure to register early!! \n  \nWho will you hear from?\n\nShezana Hassko\, VP Engineering\nSarah Lemon\, Director\, Strategic Sourcing and Contract Management\nMarisa Espinosa\, Director\, Major Studies\nSabrina Hamidullah\, Director\, Real Estate Development\nRob Horlitz\, Director\, Infrastructure Engineering\nSabrina Lau Texier\, Director\, Infrastructure Program Management\nAmrita Banerjee\, Director\, Engineering Project Delivery\nWilliam Hui\, Director\, Systems Engineering\n\n  \nAttendance Option:\n\nIn-person in Vancouver (seats are limited so be sure to register early!)\n\n\nOnline Stream\n\n  \nContinuing Education (CE) Hours:\n2 hours \n\n\n\nACEC-BC is committed to providing a safe\, harassment-free space for all participants\, speakers\, and event staff. Please review the ACEC-BC Code of Conduct for Events.
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/client-engagement-breakfast-with-translink-2/
LOCATION:Terminal City Club\, 837 West Hastings Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6C 1B6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250618T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250618T183000
DTSTAMP:20250617T220052Z
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SUMMARY:Client Engagement Event with Metro Vancouver
DESCRIPTION:June 18  |  In-person in Vancouver\n\n\nJoin ACEC-BC for the opportunity to engage directly with key leaders from Metro Vancouver!\n \nThis event will feature updates from Metro Vancouver’s General Managers\, along with dedicated time to connect with staff from across the organization. \nSecure your spot early — spaces are limited and expected to fill quickly. \n \nFeatured Speakers:\n\nJerry Dobrovolny\, Commissioner and Chief Administrative Officer\nPaul Henderson\, General Manager Solid Waste Services\nMarilyn Towill\, General Manager Water Services\nPeter Navratil\, General Manager Liquid Waste Services\nCheryl Nelms\, General Manager Project Delivery\n\n \nWhy Attend?\n\nGain firsthand insights into Metro Vancouver’s current priorities and projects\nConnect with Metro Vancouver leaders and staff in a collaborative\, engaging setting\nEarn 2 Continuing Education (CE) hours\n\n\n\n\nACEC-BC is committed to providing a safe\, harassment-free space for all participants\, speakers\, and event staff. Please review the ACEC-BC Code of Conduct for Events.
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/client-engagement-event-with-metro-vancouver-3/
LOCATION:Online + Fairmont Hotel Vancouver\, 900 West Georgia Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6C 2W6\, Canada
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SUMMARY:FLN Breakfast Event: Transitioning to Project Leadership and Management
DESCRIPTION:June 3  |  In-person in Kelowna\n\n\nJoin ACEC-BC’s Future Leaders Network in Kelowna for a in-person breakfast event on Leadership and Management\n \nGuest Speaker Stephen Horsman\, Vice president\, Carollo Engineers will be providing valuable insight on how to effectively Transition to Project Leadership and Management. \n \nAbout Stephen \nStephen Horsman is a Vice President at Carollo Engineers\, responsible for leading their Canadian market development and contributing to their drinking water technical practice. With over 19 years of experience\, he has had the privilege of working with local\, provincial\, and federal governments to improve communities throughout North America through innovative water solutions . His skills focus on leadership\, strategic planning\, alternate project delivery\, process piloting and treatment design. \nSecure your spot early — spaces are limited and expected to fill quickly. \n\n\n\nContinuing Education (CE) Hours: 1 hour \nACEC-BC is committed to providing a safe\, harassment-free space for all participants\, speakers\, and event staff. Please review the ACEC-BC Code of Conduct for Events.
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/fln-breakfast-event-transitioning-to-project-leadership-and-management/
LOCATION:Coast Capri Hotel\, 1171 Harvey Avenue\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 6E8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:2025 ACEC-BC Awards for Engineering Excellence Gala
DESCRIPTION:May 23 | In-person in Vancouver\n\n\nJoin us for an in-person celebration of BC's Consulting Engineering Excellence!\nACEC-BC is excited to host the 35th Awards for Engineering Excellence Gala – an annual celebration for members and their project partners. The Awards for Engineering Excellence recognize the innovation and technical excellence of ACEC-BC member firms. \n  \nThe Pre-Gala Reception\n👑 Lieutenant Governor’s Award🏆 Award of Excellence🎉 Award of Merit💎 Meritorious Achievement Award⭐ Equity\, Diversity & Inclusion Award🌱 Young Professional Award \n  \nThe Nominees\nTake a virtual walkthrough the ACEC-BC Awards Showcase to learn about the project nominees in the running for the 2025 Awards of Engineering Excellence. \n  \nSimplified Ticketing Process\nOur simplified ticketing process allows for bulk discounts to support members in celebrating with their entire team. When purchasing tickets you don't need to identify each attendee - simply purchase your tickets and share them with your guests! \n  \nQuestions?\nCheck out the FAQ section below or contact us at info@acec-bc.ca.
URL:https://acec-bc.ca/event/2025-acec-bc-awards-for-engineering-excellence-gala/
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