FAQ

How can I become a member of AREC?

You need to follow a few simple steps:

1. Sign up AND upload your diploma by clicking here.
2. Pay the membership fee by Pay Pal, e-mail (Internet Banking) or cheque. You will be taken to the payment page after you finish the sign-up (item 1 above).
3. A few days after the payment you will receive a confirmation email, which is your payment receipt. Keep the receipt number; you might need it if you have insurance with TD Insurance Meloche Monnex.

Why should I become an AREC member?

As an AREC member, you will benefit from the experience and expertise of AREC members through various networking opportunities. You will have access to online career services, a job bank and other resources that can help you find a job and advance in your career.  You will also have the chance to participate to the seminars (How to advance your career, Step-by-step admission process to PEO, Cross-Cultural Training, How to get a job - Head Hunters presentation, etc), Romanian VIP meetings and Galas organized by AREC.

Why network?

Because, NETWORK is surrounding yourself with people who support you! What propels your career success whether you are self-employed or working for others? "Networking with as many as possible." A commonly known phrase says: "What you know is important; who you know is even more important."

Furthermore, a more appropriate phrase would be: "It isn't who you know, but who knows you and knows what you know."

As noted above, your relationships matter - your professional network of trusted contacts gives you an advantage in your career, and is one of your most valuable assets. Who you know and more importantly who knows you can help your credibility. 
AREC's purpose is to help you make better use of your professional network and help the people you trust in return.

What is PEO?

Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) is the licensing and regulating body for engineering in the province. Under the Professional Engineers Act, PEO is responsible for the licensing and discipline of engineers and companies providing engineering services. Individuals may not call themselves a professional engineer, a P.Eng., or use any similar title that may lead to the belief that they are qualified to practise professional engineering in Ontario, unless they are licensed by PEO. For details go to http://www.peo.on.ca/

What do I need to do in order to obtain the PEO license?

To become a professional engineer, applicants must meet the following criteria: be at least 18 years of age; be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada; graduate with at least a bachelor's degree from an accredited Canadian engineering program, or meet PEO's education standards; successfully complete PEO's Professional Practice Examination on ethics, practice, engineering law and professional liability; and obtain four years of verifiable, acceptable work experience, with at least one year in a Canadian jurisdiction under a licensed professional engineer. For details go to http://www.peo.on.ca/

Why do I need to obtain the PEO license in order to practice engineering in Ontario?

As with medicine and law, you require a licence to do certain engineering work within the province of Ontario.  However, not everyone working in engineering requires a licence.  Whether you require a licence depends on the type of engineering work you are doing, and the level of responsibility you have.

 You require a license if:

• your work requires you to design, compose, evaluate, advise, report, direct or supervise; and
• the work will safeguard life, health, property or the public welfare; and
• the work requires the application of engineering principles.

You are not required to be licensed if, for example:

• your work is strictly related to research, testing, or inspection; or
• there is no risk to life, health, property or the public welfare if your work is performed incorrectly; or
• the work is strictly scientific in nature.

For details go to http://www.peo.on.ca/

Where can I translate my transcripts?

Please click here.       

Where can I find more information about PEO's technical examination and how will AREC assist me in the process of obtaining the PEO license?

At least once a year, AREC organizes seminars for those who plan to apply to become Professional Engineers in Ontario. Please check AREC Upcoming Events here to see if any such seminar is planned soon.