Outreach

Students and Educators

The Education Outreach Committee works with local schools and students to promote science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education and careers. Some education activities offered by PEO chapters include bridge-building competitions, "Mathletics" events and Grade 12 scholarships for students pursuing engineering at the post-secondary level. Visit our Events tab to search for upcoming educational outreach events, use the contact page to reach out, or email directly to: [email protected]

Student representatives from the University of Waterloo, Conestoga College, and Guelph University Engineering Societies are regular participants in our monthly chapter executive meetings and collaborate with chapter members on engineering student conferences and competitions. Connect with your student engineering society to learn more!

• promoting equity and inclusion in the profession,
• providing continuous professional development opportunities, 
• connecting with local elected officials to foster understanding about PEO’s regulatory role. 

Prospective Engineers (EIT's) 

Our EIT committee hosts specific events geared towards engineers in training (EIT's) and those working toward their license requirements, including information sessions held at UW, Conestoga, and Guelph University. We also have a small library of study resources for those preparing for the PEO exams. Please contact us for more details using the contact page, or directly at: [email protected]

If you are seeking an engineering license, you can find more information about PEO's licensure requirements here: More details on how to apply for licensure are available here. 

To be considered for P.Eng. licensure, applicants must meet PEO’s academic and experience requirements and complete a good character assessment. Confirm if you can apply by completing the "Am I ready to apply?" survey. 

Women In Engineering 

The Grand River Chapter 30 by 30 Committee actively organizes a variety of events and initiatives to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the engineering profession. Our goal is to connect women in engineering at different stages of their careers and provide support for their continued engagement in the field. Throughout the year, we host a diverse range of events, including Information Seminars, Speaker Events, and Technical Workshops. 

Our events occur three to four times a year, typically in the months of March, June, October, and November.

Reach out with our contact page, or directly to: [email protected]

Government Liaison Program (GLP) 

PEO has a legislative mandate under the Professional Engineers Act to regulate the practice of engineering in the public interest. The self-regulating engineering profession—comprising 90,000 professionals—has been successfully serving and protecting the public for over 100 years since PEO’s founding in 1922. The GLP helps ensure the Ontario government, PEO licence holders and the public continue to recognize PEO’s regulatory mandate. 

The GLP Committee looks for opportunities to meet and build relationships with Members of Provincial Parliament (MPP). This allows for improved communication between the provincial government and PEO and supports the co-regulation of the engineering profession in the public interest. If you are interested in supporting this initiative, please contact us ([email protected]) to volunteer or support our GLP initiative.