2026 Volunteer Appreciation Night
On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba celebrated its volunteers at the Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada during our Annual Volunteer Appreciation Night. Despite a rainy evening, more than 130 attendees joined us to recognize and celebrate the contributions of the Association's volunteers. Guests enjoyed refreshments, networking opportunities, access to the museum's aircraft and aviation exhibits, and scavenger hunts for both children and adults. For more information about the event, please see our news story. EngGeoMB would like to thank all Association volunteers for their hard work and dedication this year.

Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba Family Legacy Bursary Draw
EngGeoMB is now accepting applications for the 2026 Family Legacy Bursary Draw. Five bursary prizes are given to the children of Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba members. Applicants must be Canadian residents and must be enrolled full-time in the first year of an engineering or geoscience program at a CEAB accredited Canadian university or college. The application deadline is September 1, 2026. For eligibility criteria and how to apply, please see the application form.

EngGeoMB Volunteers with Habitat for Humanity
On Wednesday, May 20, and Thursday, June 4, 2026, EngGeoMB volunteers and staff rolled up their sleeves to support Habitat for Humanity Manitoba at one of the organization's largest development projects in its history. Located on Pandora Avenue West in Transcona and spanning three acres, the development includes 11 blocks of five townhouses each, creating 55 homes. Once complete, the community will provide housing for approximately 275 people, including 175 children. For more information about the build and how to volunteer, see the full news story.

Public Review of Proposed National Model Code Changes Now Open
The Canadian Board for Harmonized Construction Codes (CBHCC) has opened the first public review of proposed changes to the 2025 National Model Codes, and engineers, geoscientists, and other code users are encouraged to participate. This public review covers proposed updates on a wide range of topics, including prescriptive energy efficiency requirements for demonstrating compliance with Energy Performance Tier 2. The public review period is open until Monday, June 22, 2026. All comments received will be reviewed by the relevant code development committees and may inform future changes to the 2030 editions of the National Model Codes. This is an important opportunity for professionals to contribute directly to the national code development process and help shape future requirements. Learn more and participate in the public review at the Canadian Board for Harmonized Construction Codes website

Bike to Work Week 2026
This year, Bike to Work Week runs from June 7 - 13. Join EngGeoMB and Dillon Consulting at their co-hosted pit stop on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. The pitstop will be at the end of Harrow Steet where the multi-use path extends down to the Jubilee underpass path (across Pembina Highway from the Association office), from 6:30 - 9:00 a.m. For more information, please see the Bike Week Winnipeg website.

The Investigation Committee
The Investigation Committee reviews complaints regarding member conduct, recommends disciplinary actions when appropriate, and provides guidance on standards of professional practice and conduct. The committee is currently seeking a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with experience in structural engineering to join its membership.

June Council Meeting - Thursday, June 11, 2026
Council invites professional members, interns, students, and any resident of the province of Manitoba to come and observe the June 2026 Council meeting. For more information, please read the event listing.

Indigenous History Month: Screening of Building Bridges & Panel Discussion / Fireside Chat - Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Please join us as we celebrate Indigenous History Month at the Winnipeg Art Gallery on Tuesday June 16, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The event will feature a screening of the documentary Building Bridges: Decolonizing Engineering at the University of Manitoba, a discussion with those involved from the project, and a cocktail reception with Indigenous themed menu following. For more information and to register, please see the full event listing.

International Women in Engineering Day (INWED) Panel - Tuesday, June 23, 2026
In celebration of INWED 2026, join Engineers Geoscientists Manitoba for a panel discussion featuring past members from the original Committee for Increasing the Participation of Women in Engineering (CIPWIE). Featured panelists are Lindsay Melvin, P.Eng., Andrea Watts, P.Eng., Nusraat Masood, EIT, and Neemee Batstone, P.Eng. This event will be taking place in room E3-270 at the Price Faculty of Engineering at The University of Manitoba. Appetizers and other light treats will be served. For more information, please read the event listing.

Geometric Design: Fundamentals and Emerging Practices in Urban Street Design - Thursday, June 18, 2026
This training equips participants with the knowledge and tools to navigate this evolving landscape with live facilitators that offer a variety of experience in planning and designing for complex urban environments, including complete streets and protected intersections. A mix of presentations, case studies, interactive exercises, and question and answer periods will be incorporated to allow attendees to apply fundamental design principles for urban streets, navigate design trade-offs, and incorporate emerging solutions. To register for this event, please see the event listing.