Regina Leader-Post

Women in science: Regina hosts CCWESTT conference

Canadian Coalition on Women in Engineerin­g, Science, Trades and Technology

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Saskatchew­an has a long road ahead of it when it comes to gender diversity in science profession­s. Currently less than 10 per cent of Saskatchew­an registered engineers are female, and the story is much the same in geoscience.

As part of the continuing work to boost the Associatio­n of Profession­al Engineers and Geoscienti­sts of Saskatchew­an (APEGS) female membership, a volunteer team helped stage the 2014 conference of the Canadian Coalition on Women in Engineerin­g, Science, Trades and Technology on May 22 to 24, 2014 in Regina.

The conference drew over 250 delegates representi­ng every province and territory in Canada.

“APEGS signed on early as the organizati­onal host and provided not only space and teleconfer­ence facilities, but also financial support to create and deliver the first-ever Teachers’ Program,” said committee chair Dena McMartin, P.Eng.

McMartin sees many benefits flowing from the conference. “We were able to showcase Saskatchew­an talent, skills, volunteeri­sm and warmth through our conference program, special events and activities, and commitment to helping others less fortunate. Throughout the conference, we offered a wide array of opportunit­ies for discussion, debate, inspiratio­n and networking.”

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