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About Engineers Yukon
Engineers Yukon is the operating name of the Association of Professional Engineers of Yukon. Engineers Yukon is a self-governing body of Professional Engineers that regulates and governs the engineering profession in Yukon under the authority of the Engineering Profession Act.
This is achieved by setting and maintaining high academic, experience, and professional practice standards for all members.
Only individuals licensed by Engineers Yukon are permitted by law to undertake and assume responsibility for engineering projects in Yukon.
In addition, the Engineering Profession Act requires that all partnerships, corporations, and other such entities, which practice engineering have a Permit to Practice regardless of their size or whether the organization is practicing for internal or external reasons.
VISION
Engineers Yukon will demonstrate vital leadership in safeguarding Yukon through the self-regulation of engineers and engineering service providers.
MISSION
To serve the public interest through the effective regulation and support of the practice of engineering in Yukon.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Public Interest: to hold the serving and protection of the public interest as paramount
Professionalism: to support skilled and ethical practice of engineering service delivery in Yukon
Accountability: to operate through processes that are fair, impartial, and accountable to members, staff, and the public
Relevance: to ensure services offered by Engineers Yukon are valued by members and support their engagement
Quality: to support the continuous improvement of the quality of engineering service delivery in Yukon
MANDATE
Engineers Yukon serves the public and its members by following the mandate to:
- register persons practicing engineering in Yukon
- regulate the practice of engineering in Yukon
- govern the professional organization
- safeguard life and health of the public
- have regard for the environment
- oversee the implementation of legislation and regulations as it pertains to the practice of engineering
- set standards of professional conduct and practice
- provide continuing professional development opportunities
- accept complaints and manage a disciplinary process based on the principles of natural justice
- promote the profession through public outreach, education and recognition
- represent the membership and the profession within Yukon and beyond
- work with the Yukon Government in matters related to the Engineering Act and Regulations
