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News Notice
June 18, 2020
News
Looking Back Through Our Century: June 1999
The first issue of The Keystone Professional was published in June 1999. Since then, our committee of volunteers has supported the Association in publishing over forty issues. Do you know why the name was changed and where it came from? Read the full news story to find out.
International Women in Engineering Day (INWED)
In recognition of International Women in Engineering Day on June 23, we are calling on women to help raise the profile of engineers who are women and encourage gender representation within the profession. Get involved by posting a picture on your social media holding the INWED selfie card. If you are a champion but not a woman, you can participate by sharing posts on your social media. See the event listing for more information.
Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba Sons & Daughters Bursary Draw
The Association is now accepting applications for the 2020 Sons & Daughters Bursary Draw. Five bursary prizes are given to members' sons or daughters who enrol in first year engineering or geoscience studies. The application deadline is September 1, 2020. For eligibility criteria and how to apply, see the detailed bursary information.
2020 Practitioner Survey
All practitioners are encouraged to share their input in this year's Practitioner Survey, which is now available online. The survey is anonymous and should take no more than five minutes to complete. Thank you to the practitioners who have already completed our 2020 survey. We appreciate you taking the time to provide valuable feedback as the Association strives to continue to grow and support our practitioners.
Volunteer Opportunities
Centennial Outreach: Habitat for Humanity Build Day - July 15, 2020
Sign up now as limited spots are still available! As part of the Association's Centennial Community Outreach, we have sponsored a Habitat for Humanity Build Day. We are looking for approximately 30 volunteers who are available for the full day. No previous experience or equipment is needed. All that is required is a positive attitude and a willingness to learn! Lunch will be provided for all volunteers. COVID-19 protocols will be followed on the jobsite at all times. For more information and to register, see the event listing.
Online Professional Development Opportunities
MCWESTT Speaker Series: Gender Differences in Speaking up to Power - June 24, 2020
Join the Manitoba Community of Women in Engineering, Science, Trades, and Technology (MCWESTT) for their speaker series on the differences between genders in speaking up to power, presented by Jackie Gruber. This session will consist of a one-hour presentation followed by a Q&A. For more information and to register, see the event listing.
Introduction to Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification - July 4, 2020
Join the Filipino Members Chapter for an interactive, introductory presentation on Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, presented by Nasreldin Elsaleet, PMP. For more information and to register, see the event listing.
Looking for more online training opportunities? Click here to access a full listing of training delivered online.