Lead. Influence. Inspire. Volunteer with Engineers Nova Scotia.

There are many ways to contribute your experience, perspective, and enthusiasm. Explore the committee opportunities below to find the role that best matches your interests and the impact you want to make.

Committee types at a glance

Legislated Committees
Legislated Committees are established under the Engineering Profession Act and its regulations to carry out specific regulatory responsibilities. Their mandates and decision-making authority are defined by legislation, giving members a direct role in protecting the public interest and maintaining confidence in the profession.

Committees:
• Board of Examiners
• Complaints Committee

CEO Advisory Committees
CEO Advisory Committees bring together volunteers with relevant experience and perspectives to advise the CEO on programs, professional issues, and organizational priorities. Through their recommendations and subject-matter expertise, members help shape informed decisions and strengthen Engineers Nova Scotia’s work. These committees do not exercise the statutory authority of legislated committees.

Committees:

• Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Committee
• Emerging Professionals Committee
• Health & Safety Advisory Committee
• National Engineering Month Committee
• Professional Practice Committee
• Student Affairs Committee
• Sustainability Committee
• Women in Engineering Committee
• Youth Engagement Subcommittee — operates under the Student Affairs Committee
• Zone Representatives — integrated members of the Emerging Professionals Committee

Committees of Council
Committees of Council are established by and accountable to Council. Members support Council’s governance responsibilities by bringing focused expertise and informed recommendations to its work. These committees report through Council rather than serving as advisory bodies to the CEO.

Committee:

• Honours & Awards Committee

Exceptions
The Youth Engagement Subcommittee operates under the Student Affairs Committee. Zone Representatives participate as integrated members of the Emerging Professionals Committee rather than as a standalone committee. Both are included with the CEO Advisory Committees to show where these volunteer opportunities fit within the broader committee structure.

Explore the opportunities below to see how each committee contributes and where your experience could make a difference.

• Board of Examiners - Help Shape the Future of the Profession
• Complaints Committee - Protect the Integrity of Engineering
• Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Committee: Shape the Future of Continuing Professional Development
• Emerging Professionals Committee: Build Community for the Next Generation
• Honours & Awards Committee: Celebrate Excellence in Engineering
• Health & Safety Advisory Committee: Help Advance Public Safety Across Nova Scotia
• National Engineering Month Committee: Inspire the Engineers of Tomorrow
• Professional Practice Committee: Help Guide Engineering Practice in Nova Scotia
• Student Affairs Committee: Connect Engineering Students with the Profession
• Youth Engagement Subcommittee: Spark Curiosity. Inspire Futures.
• Sustainability Committee: Help Engineer a Sustainable Future
• Women in Engineering (WIE) Committee: Advance Inclusion and Opportunity in Engineering
• Zone Representatives: Be the Local Face of Engineers Nova Scotia