APEGA - Local Branches

The Opportunity

The APEGA Fort McMurray Branch is looking for enthusiastic volunteers interested in sharing their passion for engineering and geoscience in an evening of fun, hands-on activities and demonstrations for students, teachers and families. The Fort McMurray Branch will be hosting events throughout the 2025-26 school year at schools in the Fort McMurray region. 

The Impact

APEGA’s outreach events, such as Science Nights and Science Olympics are vital pieces of inspiring the next generation of professional engineers, geoscientist and for introducing students to the exciting possibilities of a career in STEM. These events are a great opportunity to promote your profession in the community, and fulfil CPD requirements by adding your APEGA volunteering activities to your PACE plan.

Time Commitment

Approximately 3-hours per event

Schedule & Location

January 22^nd, 2026 | Fort McMurray Islamic School | 109 Greely Rd, Fort McMurray

May 21^st, 2026 | Ecole St. Paul School | 429 Ross Haven Dr, Fort McMurray

Volunteer Benefits

Volunteer Duties

• Fulfil CPD requirements by adding your APEGA volunteering activities to your PACE plan
• Expand your professional network
• Volunteering is your ticket to exclusive APEGA event invites, recognition gifts and long-service awards

• Review materials prior to the event
• Assist with setup and takedown of event
• Lead students in an activity or demonstration. Training will be provided
• Help students, parents and staff gain a deeper understanding of scientific principals demonstrated in the activity