PEO Willowdale-Thornhill Chapter - Pathway to Licensure - 2026

Becoming a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario is more than meeting requirements—it’s about unlocking opportunities, advancing your career, and joining a profession entrusted with protecting the public.

In May 2023, Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) introduced major updates to the licensing process, making it faster, clearer, and more accessible. Since then, further improvements have been introduced—don’t miss this opportunity to get the latest updates directly from PEO and better understand your pathway to becoming a P.Eng.

Join us for this informative session designed to give you clarity and confidence as you navigate your path to licensure.

Tracey Caruana, P.Eng.
Manager of Engineering Intern Programs, PEO

• How to apply for your P.Eng. licence in Ontario
• Updated timelines — PEO’s commitment to decisions within six months of a complete application
• Academic and licensing requirements and what they mean for you
• The Competency-Based Assessment (CBA): structure and preparation tips
• The National Professional Practice Exam (NPPE): format and strategies
• The role of validators and how to approach them
• Live Q&A to address your questions

Whether you’re a recent graduate, working toward your experience requirements, or internationally trained, this session will help you:

• Understand the full licensure pathway—from application to approval
• Learn directly from a PEO expert
• Avoid common mistakes and delays
• Strengthen your application
• Connect with fellow engineers in your community

📌 Hybrid Event — Choose what works best for you

In Person
Meet attendees, engage directly, and network with local professionals.
Light refreshments will be provided.

📍 Courtyard by Marriott Markham
65 Minthorn Boulevard, Markham, Ontario, L3T 7Y9

Online
Attend from anywhere in Ontario.
Zoom link will be shared prior to the event.

Tracey Caruana, P.Eng.
Tracey holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from McMaster University and has been with PEO since 2014. She currently serves as Manager of Engineering Intern Programs within PEO’s External Relations department.

Prior to joining PEO, Tracey spent nine years at Hatch Ltd., working as a piping engineer on large-scale mining projects, specializing in EPCM execution and hydrometallurgical process plants. She later transitioned into management consulting, supporting financial analysis and due diligence initiatives.

At PEO, Tracey provides guidance to engineering graduates and students on their pathway to licensure, collaborating with employers, universities, and industry stakeholders. She also oversees PEO’s legacy EIT Program, Student Membership Program, and supports initiatives such as Engineers Canada’s 30 by 30.

* By registering and attending (in person or online), participants agree to comply with venue safety protocols and applicable public health requirements. Attendance is voluntary, and PEO and the Willowdale-Thornhill Chapter assume no liability.

** By attending, participants grant permission for photos to be taken and used by the chapter for promotional purposes.

*** Each licence holder is responsible for determining whether this event is relevant to their professional practice. Only applicable activities may count toward PEAK requirements. Please refer to the PEO website for details.

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