Concern With Future Of Engineer Intern Program

Important changes to PEO’s license application processes and Engineering Intern (EIT) program starting May 15. PEO says that the new application rules for obtaining a P.Eng. licence comply with new requirements set by the provincial government under the Fair Access to Regulated Professions and Compulsory Trades Act (FARPACTA).

PEO Staff has taken this legislation to justify disbanding future Engineer Intern Programs  though the Act says nothing on this. Indeed, PEO should be applying for complete exemption as the Practice of Engineering entails considerable safety risks. Medical Practices and now Accountants have exemption. What is wrong with Engineering?