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Technology Professions BC Association (TPBC) was formed to advocate for, and provide services to, the technology professions in engineering and applied science technology.
TPBC is a ‘professional organization’ as defined in the BC Professional Governance Act. TPBC is NOT a Professional Regulatory Organization. The professional regulatory role is the purview of ASTTBC and other similar organizations. The Professional Governance Act does not regulate professional organizations such as TPBC or lend authority to advocacy activities conducted by professional organizations.
the ongoing work being done through many territories of unceded lands within BC. TPBC is a friend and ally in the complex work of restoring and enhancing the unique relationship with Indigenous peoples within this area. We share the responsibility of fostering good relations and working to excel at uplifting our communities.
Our Vision, Mission, Goals
Vision
The Technology Professions are valued contributors to society, serving the public interest.
Mission
To advocate for the technology professions in engineering and applied science technology.
Goals
1. Provide services for technology professions that meet professional needs and interests.
2. Advocate for professional recognition and rights to independent practice for technology professions in engineering and applied science technology.
3. Contribute to initiatives that work to ensure a sufficient supply of practitioners in technology professions to meet market demands.
4. Support the career interests of technology professions.
5. Promote a high standard of technology education, achieved through national accreditation.
6. Support initiatives that enhance awareness of technology education and careers, particularly with youth in grades 4-12 and with under-represented groups including, but not limited to, First Nations, women, immigrants and people with disabilities.
7. Recognize technology professions through awards and similar programs.
8. Sustain a viable business operation.