Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Engineers Canada

Engineers Canada supports the integrity, regulation, and growth of the engineering profession in Canada. It works on behalf of provincial and territorial regulators to strengthen standards, public confidence, and access to national programs and services.

Engineers Canada is a Industry association.

Engineers Canada was founded in 1936.

Engineers Canada's official website is https://www.engineerscanada.ca.

Engineers Canada: Advancing the Canadian Engineering Profession

Honouring the Past and Ensuring Safer Engineering Spaces

Each year on December 6, Engineers Canada commemorates the 14 women whose lives were tragically taken at École Polytechnique in 1989. This somber anniversary remains a defining moment in Canadian engineering history, reminding the profession of the urgent need to address misogyny and promote safer, more inclusive environments for all engineers.

Key Stories and Milestones in 2025

In 2025, Engineers Canada highlighted the most impactful stories in the engineering community, reflecting on a rapidly shifting political environment and emergent issues relevant to Canadian engineers. This annual retrospective provides insights into the evolving landscape of engineering in Canada and the ways in which professionals are adapting and leading change.

Shaping the Profession: Get Involved with the Canadian Engineering Qualifications Board

Engineers Canada is calling on passionate, innovative leaders to join the Canadian Engineering Qualifications Board (CEQB). The board plays a crucial role in setting equitable admission standards, guiding ethical practice, and harmonizing regulations across the country. It’s a unique chance for individuals to influence the future of engineering in Canada.

Engaging the Next Generation: The Forward Engineering Collective

To inspire youth and promote diversity within the profession, Engineers Canada recently launched the Forward Engineering Collective. This new initiative, introduced at the Ontario Network of Women in Engineering (ONWiE) Summit, is transforming how young people perceive and participate in engineering.

Our Commitment: Upholding Standards and Inspiring Confidence

Engineers Canada supports over 300,000 engineers across the country, working in partnership with 12 member regulators. The organization is committed to maintaining the highest standards in professional regulation, encouraging growth, and continually building public trust in engineering.

The Accreditation Process

Through a rigorous accreditation process, Engineers Canada ensures that undergraduate engineering programs across Canada meet the academic criteria needed for licensure. Graduates from accredited programs are equipped to become licensed professionals, supporting a competent and ethical national workforce.

Supporting Women in Engineering

Engineers Canada actively champions increased representation of women in engineering. By working together with allies, the organization is striving for greater gender equity and a more diverse profession.

Public Policy and Professional Standards

Representing the interests of engineers at the federal level, Engineers Canada contributes to public policy discussions, maintains relationships with government, and safeguards the use of professional engineering titles to uphold credibility and public safety.

Awards, Services, and Opportunities

Engineers Canada celebrates the achievements of the engineering community through awards, scholarships, and fellowships. Additionally, it provides members with valuable services, including exclusive insurance and investment benefits, to support engineers throughout their careers.

Looking Forward

Engineers Canada continues to lead, inspire, and innovate within the profession, dedicating itself to the highest standards and the advancement of engineering across the country. Whether through accreditation, advocacy, or the support of future generations, the organization is shaping a brighter future for Canadian engineering.