With the baby boomers preparing to retire, we need to keep up with the demands of a growing B.C. economy — it’s important that we have future generations of skilled engineers and geoscientists.
The question is, how do we engage the new generation and pique their interest in math, science and eventually, these professions?
In the past few weeks, the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of BC (APEGBC) has been preparing for National Engineering and Geoscience Month (NEGM). March 1 was the kick-off for NEGM, where APEGBC’s member volunteers host community events that teach kids about science principles in a challenging yet fun way. Events include the APEGBC Science Games, Popsicle stick bridge building competitions, Engineering and Geoscience Fest (EG-Fest), and other activities around B.C.
This year’s Coast-wide contest is scheduled for Sunday, March 29 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Sechelt Indian Band Hall.
Entry is a $5 depost refundable when bridge is submitted for testing at the event. Deposit includes bridge building materials. For more details see: apeg.bc.ca/ss.
“Engineers and geoscientists make a real difference to the communities in which they live and work,” said Ann English, P.Eng., CEO and Registrar of APEGBC. “They are the explorers, problem solvers and inventors — it’s their curiosity that keeps them innovative. By sharing that enthusiasm with the public through these events, we’re really looking to spark the curiosity in these professions and hope to inspire the next generation of engineering and geoscience professionals.”
For a full listing of National Engineering and Geoscience Month events around the province, please visit apeg.bc.ca/negm.
