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Richmond/Delta Branch held its annual Science and Engineering Fair and Popsicle Stick Bridge Building Competition at the Richmond Public Library’s Brighouse Library, March 4.

National Engineering and Geoscience Month Wraps Up

IMAX's engineering documentary Dream Big and TRIUMF Labs to host public tours. APEGBC and the Applied Science Technology and Technicians of BC (ASTTBC) held a drawing contest for kids ages 4 to 12. Kids were asked to draw a picture of an invention that would make a difference in someone’s life. APEGBC thanks all 150 participants. To view all the winning drawing contest submissions, visit apeg.bc.ca/NEGM.

APEGBC hosted another successful National Engineering and Geoscience Month (NEGM) this year. The theme was “My ideas make a difference.” During the month, APEGBC and our branches around the province organized family-oriented events, including Engineering and Geoscience Fest, popsicle stick bridge building contests, Science Games and Dig Day. In addition, we partnered with Science World to promote

Innovative discoveries and technologies can make a difference in the world—from smart phones to energy efficiency, to new and safer ways to travel. All possibilities start with just one idea, and that idea can make a difference to society and to our lives. Professional engineers and geoscientists truly make a difference. To view more NEGM events and photos by APEGBC branches, visit apeg.bc.ca /2017-NEGM-branch-events.

L eft : East Kootenay Branch members assisted at a spaghetti bridge building competition at the College of the Rockies in Cranbrook, BC, and visited the grade 3–4 class at St. Mary’s Elementary School in Cranbrook. R ight : Peace River Branch’s annual Popsicle Stick Bridge Competition drew a crowd that filled a set of gymnasium bleachers at Fort St. John’s Dr. Kearney Middle School, on March 11.

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