In Memoriam

George Thomas Goad, FEC, P.Eng.
July 14, 1957 – March 13, 2026

The Council of Engineers Nova Scotia and the broader engineering community mourn the sudden passing of George Thomas Goad, a respected engineer, volunteer leader, mentor, and colleague whose dedication to the profession spanned more than three decades. George’s commitment to engineering, to public protection, and to those he worked alongside leaves a lasting and meaningful legacy.

A proud graduate of Dalhousie University’s School of Engineering and the Technical University of Nova Scotia (TUNS), George devoted over 35 years to his career as an engineer. Throughout that time, he exemplified professionalism, integrity, and a deep sense of responsibility to the public and to the engineering profession.

George was a long‑serving and highly respected volunteer with Engineers Nova Scotia, contributing his time, expertise, and leadership across multiple regulatory and advisory roles. He served as Chair of the Discipline Committee, where his principled approach and commitment to fairness supported the profession’s self‑regulatory mandate. He was also a member and Chair of the Professional Practice Committee, contributing to the development and interpretation of professional standards, and a member of the Women in Engineering Committee, reflecting his support for equity and inclusion within the profession. Most recently, George served as an Assessor for the Competency‑Based Assessment (CBA) Program, playing a vital role in supporting the assessment and admission of new members to the profession.

In recognition of his exceptional service and leadership, George was awarded the J.D. Fraser Service Award in 2011, one of Engineers Nova Scotia’s highest honours for volunteer contribution. In 2012, his impact was further recognized nationally when he was named a Fellow of Engineers Canada (FEC).

George was widely known within the engineering community for his insight, candour, and readiness to help, qualities that earned him the affectionate nickname “JAG – Just Ask George.” While he approached challenges with intensity and conviction, this was balanced by patience, generosity, and a genuine desire to mentor and support others. His guidance shaped the careers of many engineers and strengthened the profession as a whole.

Engineers Nova Scotia Council extends its deepest condolences to George’s wife, Katherine, his family, friends, and all those whose lives were enriched by knowing him. George’s passion for engineering, his unwavering volunteer service, and his unapologetically authentic spirit will be remembered with great respect and gratitude. His contributions to the profession will continue to be felt, and his memory will remain an enduring source of inspiration within the engineering community.