In the May/June 2019 issue of The Professional Edge APEGS announced it was undergoing a review of its governance structure and activities.
“With self-regulation under scrutiny in Canada, and the changes we are seeing in other provinces such as more government oversight for professional associations, this review is coming at an opportune time,” said Stormy Holmes, P.Eng., APEGS Past President.
“APEGS wants to be proactive and ensure its governance and organizational structure support its focus on safeguarding the public by regulating the professions in the public interest.”
Over the spring and summer, senior staff and volunteers have provided a consultant with information and input regarding issues and potential improvements. Research has also been done to obtain information from other self-regulated professions. The final report is expected early in 2020 with any changes approved by Council to follow.
“While it is too soon to know the details of the recommendations that Council will be asked to consider, the consultant is examining the size and composition of council and the volunteer board and committee structure,” said Bob McDonald, P.Eng., APEGS Executive Director & Registrar.
“Based on the work done to date, we are anticipating the consultant will recommend some significant changes.”
Purpose
Review APEGS’ governance structure and activities and make any necessary changes to:
• Create a modernized structure aligned with regulatory responsibilities
• Increase role clarity
• Enhance APEGS’s ability to plan and prioritize volunteer and staff activities.
Situation
• Growth in membership
• Changes in the regulatory environment
• Committee structure from the late 1980s, which is pre-internet and prior to the addition of geoscientists, engineering licensees and geoscience licensees.
Change to the Regulatory Toolkit
• Removal of the licence for permission to consult
• Introduction of a required Continuing Professional Development Program
• Introduction of online experience reporting (Competency-Based Assessment)
• Provincial governments around the country are making or considering significant changes to legislation for self-regulated professions.
Consultant conducting the review
Regina-based T. Bakkeli Consultants Inc.
APEGS Steering committee overseeing the project
Stormy Holmes, P.Eng., Past President (2018-2019)
Bob McDonald, P.Eng., Executive Director & Registrar
Shawna Argue, P.Eng., Director of Registration
Tina Maki, P.Eng. Director of Special Projects
Questions?
If you have questions about the project, please contact APEGS project manager, Tina Maki, P.Eng., Director of Special Projects.
