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Society of Punjabi Engineers and Technologists of British Columbia

The Society of Punjabi Engineers and Technologists of British Columbia fosters community among Punjabi professionals in engineering and technology, promoting mentorship, scholarships, and professional development to empower the next generation.

Will a heat pump alone be enough?&nbsp; Join SPEATBC and Mitsubishi Electric for an insightful webinar exploring what it really takes to design and select the right heat pump system.We&rsquo;ll cover:&bull; Heat load calculations and why accurate sizing matters &bull; Heat pump system selection &bull; Retrofit considerations and common challenges &bull; How insulation, air leakage, and the building envelope impact performance &bull; Balancing upfront costs with long-term operating costs &bull; Best practices for sizing, selection, and system optimization 📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026 🕚 11:00 AM Pacific Time 💻 Live Online Webinar 🎤 Featured Presenter: Varun Juneja, Senior Account Manager, Mitsubishi Electric Sales CanadaWhether you&rsquo;re an engineer, contractor, or simply interested in better heating solutions, this session will provide practical insights to help you make informed decisions for comfort, efficiency, and long-term performance. Register now and join us!

SPEATBC & Mitsubishi Electric Webinar: Will a Heat Pump Alone Be Enough?

Lace up for a relaxed walk, real conversations, and fresh connections. Our Networking Trekking Event brings Punjabi engineers and technologists together outdoors to share stories, ideas, and career journeys while we move. 🚶&zwj;♂️🌲 Join us to:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Meet peers across disciplines and career stages</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Swap practical insights on work, study, and migration paths</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Explore mentorship and collaboration in a low‑pressure setting</li></ul>Your steps, your pace, your network&mdash;grown naturally.

Networking Hiking Event – Walk & Talk: Where Every Step Starts a Conversation.

Join the SPEATBC Women Chapter Meeting 👩&zwj;🔧🤝 Connect with fellow Punjabi women in engineering and technology for open conversation, shared experiences, and practical support in your professional journey. What to expect<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Networking with peers and mentors</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Discussions on career growth and leadership</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Space to share challenges and ideas</li></ul>Your presence helps strengthen our community and representation in BC&rsquo;s tech and engineering fields.

SPEATBC Women Chapter Meeting

Join us at the SPEATBC Annual Picnic 2026 for a relaxed day with fellow Punjabi engineers, technologists, and families 🎉. Connect with peers, share stories, and build relationships beyond the workplace. Your presence helps strengthen our community of Punjabi professionals in BC and supports our mission of mentorship, networking, and educational growth. Please complete this form to confirm attendance, share guest details, and help us plan food, games, and activities 🌳.

SPEATBC Annual Picnic 2026

Join fellow Punjabi engineers and technologists for an evening focused on real connections and practical career tools. 🤝 Meet peers, mentors, and industry professionals who share your background and interest in engineering and tech in BC. At this event, you can:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Get feedback on your resume and LinkedIn profile</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Finding Meaningful Work by Telling Your Story</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Resume writing, networking tips, job-hunting strategies, interview preparation, and crafting your personal story.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Attendees will also participate in an interactive speed networking session to build connections and practice networking skills.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Practice your networking skills in a low-pressure setting 💼</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Learn about opportunities within the SPEATBC community</li></ul>Register below to reserve your spot.

Networking and Resume Building Event

Join SPEATBC at the Surrey Nagar Kirtan 2026 🪯🎉 Be part of a day where community, culture, and engineering meet. Share time with Punjabi engineers, technologists, students, and families as we walk together and connect. Use this form to:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Sign up to volunteer at the SPEATBC booth</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Register your interest in mentoring or networking on-site</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Let us know how you&rsquo;d like to support educational and community outreach</li></ul>

Vancouver & Surrey Nagar Kirtan 2026

SPEATBC Annual General Meeting, free to attend for all but donations are welcome.

SPEATBC Annual General Meeting 2026

<p fr-original-style='margin:0px;padding:0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;' style='margin:0px;padding:0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;'>Are you looking for some fun and frolic, while networking with Engineering professionals? Well, SPEATBC presents Annual Gala-2026 event where you can do all that. Learn from industry professionals who have industry experience Key to your professional growth is networking and that doesn&#39;t have to be serious round tables. Join us for a exciting experience of Networking with fun. Ticket includes Dinner-Dance and priceless exposure to experienced professionals.<p fr-original-style='margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;' style='margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;'> <p fr-original-style='margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;' style='margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;'>SPEATBC (The Society of Punjabi Engineers And Technologists of British Columbia) is a non-profit organization, which has successfully brought together Engineers and Technologists from different disciplines from both Canada and the Indian subcontinent.<p fr-original-style='margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;' style='margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;'> <p fr-original-style='margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;' style='margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;'>It is a fantastic opportunity to mingle with BC Engineers and professionals, create networking, and share expertise as part of the Mix and Mingle event followed by various activities and dinner.<p fr-original-style='margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;' style='margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;'>&quot;Cash bar is available. Please drink at your own discretion&quot;<p fr-original-style='margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;' style='margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;'>Disclaimer: SpeatBC is not selling drinks or responsible for the BAR and please make arrangements for commuting to and from the venue.<p fr-original-style='margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;' style='margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;'> <p fr-original-style='margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;' style='margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;'> <p fr-original-style='margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;' style='margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;'>Photo/Videography Disclaimer: SPEATBC reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any organized or sponsored event, without the expressed written permission of those included within the photograph/video. SPEATBC may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, used or contracted by SPEATBC including but not limited to: brochures, invitations, newspapers, magazines, presentations, websites, etc. A person attending a SPEATBC event who does not wish to have their image recorded for distribution should make their wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers.

31st Annual SPEATBC Gala 2026

Partner with the Society of Punjabi Engineers and Technologists of British Columbia (SPEATBC) and become a catalyst for innovation, growth, and community impact in 2026.Established in 1995, SPEATBC is a non-profit organization that unites engineers, technologists, and students from diverse fields, fostering professional development and promoting the integration of Indo-Canadian culture within the engineering and technology sectors. Our initiatives support career growth, mentorship, and community building for both newcomers and established professionals, creating a vibrant network of forward-thinking individuals.By sponsoring SPEATBC, you gain access to a dynamic audience of engineers, technologists, students, and new immigrants, while contributing to programs that:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="box-sizing:inherit;" style="box-sizing:inherit;">Empower the next generation of engineers through scholarships and mentorship.</li><li fr-original-style="box-sizing:inherit;" style="box-sizing:inherit;">Provide platforms for networking and knowledge sharing through events like our Annual Gala, technical seminars, and community engagements.</li><li fr-original-style="box-sizing:inherit;" style="box-sizing:inherit;">Enhance the professional integration of immigrants and foster innovation in the engineering community.</li></ul>We are thrilled to invite you to our Annual Gala on February 7, 2026, a flagship event that draws over 500 attendees, including industry leaders, engineers, technologists, and community members. This premier networking opportunity offers sponsors unparalleled visibility and the chance to directly engage with a vibrant audience.Our tailored sponsorship packages, ranging from Title Sponsorship ($10,000) to Silver Sponsorship ($600), are designed to maximize your brand&rsquo;s reach and impact. Join us in shaping the future of engineering and technology while making a meaningful difference in the community.<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1734137218/afsmaxgzfrptlrabxgfg.png" style="width: 827px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; position: relative; max-width: 100%; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; box-sizing: inherit;" fr-original-style="width: 827px; display: block; vertical-align: top; margin: 5px auto; text-align: center; position: relative; max-width: 100%; cursor: pointer; padding: 0px 1px; user-select: none; box-sizing: inherit;" fr-original-class="fr-draggable"><p fr-original-style='margin:0px;padding:0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;width:100%;' style='margin: 0px; padding: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.5rem; color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-family: "Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; width: 100%;'> <p fr-original-style='margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;width:100%;' style='margin: 0px; padding: 10px 0px 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.5rem; color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-family: "Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; width: 100%;'>We look forward to welcoming you as a valued sponsor and seeing you at the Annual Gala on February 7, 2026!<p fr-original-style='margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;width:100%;' style='margin: 0px; padding: 10px 0px 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.5rem; color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-family: "Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; width: 100%;'> <p fr-original-style='margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;width:100%;' style='margin: 0px; padding: 10px 0px 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.5rem; color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-family: "Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; width: 100%;'>&quot;Cash bar is available. Please drink responsibly&quot;<p fr-original-style='margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;width:100%;' style='margin: 0px; padding: 10px 0px 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.5rem; color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-family: "Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; width: 100%;'>Disclaimer: SPEATBC is not selling drinks or responsible for the BAR and please make arrangements for commuting to and from the venue or let one of our execs know.<p fr-original-style='margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:"Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;width:100%;' style='margin: 0px; padding: 10px 0px 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.5rem; color: rgb(111, 114, 135); font-family: "Neue Plak", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; width: 100%;'>Photo/Videography Disclaimer: SPEATBC reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any organized or sponsored event, without the expressed written permission of those included within the photograph/video. SPEATBC may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, used or contracted by SPEATBC including but not limited to: brochures, invitations, newspapers, magazines, presentations, websites, etc. A person attending a SPEATBC event who does not wish to have their image recorded for distribution should make their wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers.

SPEATBC Sponsorship for 2026

Join SPEATBC&rsquo;s Annual Gala 2026 🎉 Connect with Punjabi engineers, technologists, students, and industry partners for an evening of networking, conversation, and community. Your on-door entry helps support mentorship, student scholarships, and professional development programs across our Punjabi engineering community in BC. Please complete this form so we can smoothly welcome you at the venue.

Annual Gala 2026-On Door Entry

SPEATBC Annual Picnic

<p fr-original-style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);" style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">Are you ready to supercharge your professional growth? Whether you&#39;re a seasoned professional or just starting your journey, this community-driven event is your gateway to real connections, meaningful conversations, and the latest in AI-powered innovation.<p fr-original-style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);" style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">✨ Why Attend?<p fr-original-style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);" style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">We&rsquo;re bringing together tech enthusiasts, engineers, and aspiring innovators for a morning of inspiration and growth. The highlight of the event is an exclusive hands-on AI workshop designed to give you practical skills you can apply immediately, no matter where you are in your tech journey.<p fr-original-style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);" style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">🎤 Special Session: &ldquo;Break Into Tech with AI&rdquo;<p fr-original-style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);" style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">Led by an expert guest speaker - <a fr-original-style="text-decoration-color:initial;user-select:auto;box-sizing:inherit;" href="https://lu.ma/user/usr-HS51cyBmEZDXK2C" style="text-decoration-color:initial;user-select:auto;box-sizing:inherit;" target="_blank">Samichi Saluja,</a> this session will explore how AI tools can help:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;box-sizing:inherit;" style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;box-sizing:inherit;">Open doors to exciting new roles in tech</li><li fr-original-style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;box-sizing:inherit;" style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;box-sizing:inherit;">Boost your productivity</li><li fr-original-style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;box-sizing:inherit;" style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;box-sizing:inherit;">Accelerate your professional development</li></ul><p fr-original-style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);" style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">You&rsquo;ll learn how to integrate AI into your daily workflow, improve your job search, and stay ahead of the curve in today&rsquo;s fast-changing tech landscape.<p fr-original-style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);" style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">💬 Expect a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere where you can:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;box-sizing:inherit;" style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;box-sizing:inherit;">Connect with like-minded professionals</li><li fr-original-style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;box-sizing:inherit;" style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;box-sizing:inherit;">Spark fresh ideas</li><li fr-original-style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;box-sizing:inherit;" style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;box-sizing:inherit;">Discover new opportunities</li><li fr-original-style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;box-sizing:inherit;" style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;box-sizing:inherit;">Build your network in a supportive community</li></ul> Refreshments: Light Bites. <p fr-original-style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);" style="margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;line-height:115%;font-size:16px;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);">🎟️ Spots are limited! RSVP now to secure your place and take the first step toward your AI-powered future.

SPEATTALKS 2025

<article data-scroll-anchor="true" data-testid="conversation-turn-4" dir="auto" fr-original-style="" id="isPasted" style="width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;"><div fr-original-style="" style="line-height: 1.5; box-sizing: inherit;" tabindex="-1"><div data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id="effaaa77-d72f-467a-b78b-6375faf88769" data-message-model-slug="gpt-4o" dir="auto" fr-original-style="" style="line-height: 1.5; box-sizing: inherit;"><span fr-original-style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Roboto; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: 0.25px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;" id="isPasted" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Roboto; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: 0.25px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; float: none; display: inline !important; box-sizing: inherit;">SPEATBC&nbsp;is hosting Mix &amp; Mingle 2025!&nbsp; Join us for an inspiring afternoon to connect with Punjabi engineers, technologists, and professionals from across the Lower Mainland! Whether you&#39;re an experienced professional, recent graduate, or just starting out in your studies, this event is a great opportunity to grow your network, share ideas, and explore new possibilities in a casual, friendly setting. This event is open to all &mdash; SPEATBC members, non-members, friends, and colleagues. Come by, connect, and be part of the growing community.</div></div></article><div data-edge="true" fr-original-style="" style="width: 100%; line-height: 1.5; box-sizing: inherit;"> </div>

Mix N Mingle 2025

<table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><div style="font-family:&quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);width:608px;line-height:1.5;box-sizing:inherit"><h1>Annual General Meeting</h1><p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;word-break:break-word;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:normal;line-height:1.5;text-align:center;direction:ltr"> <p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;word-break:break-word;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:normal;line-height:1.5;text-align:center;direction:ltr">We are delighted to invite you to the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of SPEATBC, scheduled to take place on March 09, 2025 from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM at Room 418 City Centre Library, Surrey (10350 University Dr, Surrey, BC V3T 4B8)<p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;word-break:break-word;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:normal;line-height:1.5;text-align:center;direction:ltr"> <p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;word-break:break-word;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:normal;line-height:1.5;text-align:center;direction:ltr">Your participation and input are vital to the success of our society, and we encourage  members to attend and share their thoughts and ideas for the upcoming year.<p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;word-break:break-word;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:normal;line-height:1.5;text-align:center;direction:ltr"> <p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;word-break:break-word;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:normal;line-height:1.5;text-align:center;direction:ltr">All members attending AGM need to RSVP. Please check below.<p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;word-break:break-word;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:normal;line-height:1.5;text-align:center;direction:ltr"> <p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;word-break:break-word;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:normal;line-height:1.5;text-align:left;direction:ltr">Agenda for the meeting.<ol><li style="margin-left:15px;box-sizing:inherit"><p style="margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px !important;padding:0px;word-break:break-word;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:normal;line-height:1.5;text-align:left;direction:ltr">Overview of Constitution</li><li style="margin-left:15px;box-sizing:inherit"><p style="margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px !important;padding:0px;word-break:break-word;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:normal;line-height:1.5;text-align:left;direction:ltr">Year in Review by the President</li><li style="margin-left:15px;box-sizing:inherit"><p style="margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px !important;padding:0px;word-break:break-word;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:normal;line-height:1.5;text-align:left;direction:ltr">Membership Review</li><li style="margin-left:15px;box-sizing:inherit"><p style="margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px !important;padding:0px;word-break:break-word;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:normal;line-height:1.5;text-align:left;direction:ltr">Financial Review</li><li style="margin-left:15px;box-sizing:inherit"><p style="margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px !important;padding:0px;word-break:break-word;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:normal;line-height:1.5;text-align:left;direction:ltr">End of term</li><li style="margin-left:15px;box-sizing:inherit"><p style="margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px !important;padding:0px;word-break:break-word;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:normal;line-height:1.5;text-align:left;direction:ltr">Nominations</li><li style="margin-left:15px;box-sizing:inherit"><p style="margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px !important;padding:0px;word-break:break-word;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:normal;line-height:1.5;text-align:left;direction:ltr">Appointment of Executives</li><li style="margin-left:15px;box-sizing:inherit">Discussion on Setting up Advisory Committee to do a 30 year review of the following.<p style="text-size-adjust:100%;margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px !important;padding:0px;word-break:break-word;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:normal;line-height:1.5;text-align:left;direction:ltr">♦ The goals of organization as described in the constitution.<p style="text-size-adjust:100%;margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px !important;padding:0px;word-break:break-word;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:normal;line-height:1.5;text-align:left;direction:ltr">♦ The financial position of the organization and annual operating business model.<p style="text-size-adjust:100%;margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px !important;padding:0px;word-break:break-word;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:normal;line-height:1.5;text-align:left;direction:ltr">♦ Source of funds for the organization including sponsorships and membership fees.<p style="margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px !important;padding:0px;word-break:break-word;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:normal;line-height:1.5;text-align:left;direction:ltr"> </li></ol><p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;word-break:break-word;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:normal;line-height:1.5;text-align:left;direction:ltr"> If you want to be part of our Executive team this year, please complete the Nomination form below. Deadline is Feb 23, 2025. <a href="https://forms.gle/f6YeLAiqudHQkKeU9" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color:initial;user-select:auto;box-sizing:inherit" target="_blank">Nomination Form</a></div></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td> </td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td><table><tbody><tr><td><div style="font-family:&quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);width:608px;line-height:1.5;box-sizing:inherit"><p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;word-break:break-word;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:&quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, sans-serif;font-size:16px;font-weight:normal;line-height:1.5;text-align:center;direction:ltr"> </div></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table>

SPEATBC AGM 2025

<p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:&quot;Neue Plak&quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">Are you looking for some fun and frolic, while networking with Engineering professionals? Well, SPEATBC presents Annual Gala-2025 event where you can do all that. Learn from industry professionals who have industry experience Key to your professional growth is networking and that doesn't have to be serious round tables. Join us for a exciting experience of Networking with fun. Ticket includes Dinner-Dance and priceless exposure to experienced professionals.<p style="margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:&quot;Neue Plak&quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial"> <p style="margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:&quot;Neue Plak&quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">SPEATBC (The Society of Punjabi Engineers And Technologists of British Columbia) is a non-profit organization, which has successfully brought together Engineers and Technologists from different disciplines from both Canada and the Indian subcontinent.<p style="margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:&quot;Neue Plak&quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial"> <p style="margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:&quot;Neue Plak&quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">It is a fantastic opportunity to mingle with BC Engineers and professionals, create networking, and share expertise as part of the Mix and Mingle event followed by various activities and dinner.<p style="margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:&quot;Neue Plak&quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">"Cash bar is available. Please drink at your own discretion"<p style="margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:&quot;Neue Plak&quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">Disclaimer: SpeatBC is not selling drinks or responsible for the BAR and please make arrangements for commuting to and from the venue.<p style="margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:&quot;Neue Plak&quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial"> <p style="margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:&quot;Neue Plak&quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial"> <p style="margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:&quot;Neue Plak&quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial">Photo/Videography Disclaimer: SPEATBC reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any organized or sponsored event, without the expressed written permission of those included within the photograph/video. SPEATBC may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, used or contracted by SPEATBC including but not limited to: brochures, invitations, newspapers, magazines, presentations, websites, etc. A person attending a SPEATBC event who does not wish to have their image recorded for distribution should make their wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers.

30th Annual SPEATBC Gala 2025

Partner with the Society of Punjabi Engineers and Technologists of British Columbia (SPEATBC) and become a catalyst for innovation, growth, and community impact in 2025.Established in 1995, SPEATBC is a non-profit organization that unites engineers, technologists, and students from diverse fields, fostering professional development and promoting the integration of Indo-Canadian culture within the engineering and technology sectors. Our initiatives support career growth, mentorship, and community building for both newcomers and established professionals, creating a vibrant network of forward-thinking individuals.By sponsoring SPEATBC, you gain access to a dynamic audience of engineers, technologists, students, and new immigrants, while contributing to programs that:<ul><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Empower the next generation of engineers through scholarships and mentorship.</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Provide platforms for networking and knowledge sharing through events like our Annual Gala, technical seminars, and community engagements.</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">Enhance the professional integration of immigrants and foster innovation in the engineering community.</li></ul>We are thrilled to invite you to our Annual Gala on February 1, 2025, a flagship event that draws over 500 attendees, including industry leaders, engineers, technologists, and community members. This premier networking opportunity offers sponsors unparalleled visibility and the chance to directly engage with a vibrant audience.Our tailored sponsorship packages, ranging from Title Sponsorship ($10,000) to Silver Sponsorship ($600), are designed to maximize your brand’s reach and impact. Join us in shaping the future of engineering and technology while making a meaningful difference in the community.<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/hxn9dbuhd/image/upload/v1734137218/afsmaxgzfrptlrabxgfg.png" style="width:827px;display:block;vertical-align:top;margin:5px auto;text-align:center;position:relative;max-width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:0px 1px;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit" /><p style="margin:0px;padding:0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:&quot;Neue Plak&quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;width:100%"> <p style="margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:&quot;Neue Plak&quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;width:100%">We look forward to welcoming you as a valued sponsor and seeing you at the Annual Gala on February 1, 2025!<p style="margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:&quot;Neue Plak&quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;width:100%"> <p style="margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:&quot;Neue Plak&quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;width:100%">"Cash bar is available. Please drink responsibly"<p style="margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:&quot;Neue Plak&quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;width:100%">Disclaimer: SPEATBC is not selling drinks or responsible for the BAR and please make arrangements for commuting to and from the venue or let one of our execs know.<p style="margin:0px;padding:10px 0px 0px;box-sizing:border-box;font-size:16px;line-height:1.5rem;color:rgb(111, 114, 135);font-family:&quot;Neue Plak&quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Tahoma, Arial, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;width:100%">Photo/Videography Disclaimer: SPEATBC reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any organized or sponsored event, without the expressed written permission of those included within the photograph/video. SPEATBC may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, used or contracted by SPEATBC including but not limited to: brochures, invitations, newspapers, magazines, presentations, websites, etc. A person attending a SPEATBC event who does not wish to have their image recorded for distribution should make their wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers.

SPEATBC Sponsorship for 2025

The Society of Punjabi Engineers and Technologists of BC invites you to our upcoming Technical Seminar on October 19th, 2024, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the KPU Surrey campus (Cedar 1205, 128 St & 72 Ave).Join us for an insightful afternoon featuring:<ul><li style="box-sizing:inherit">A university professor discussing the cutting-edge topic of Digital Transformation and its impact on industries.</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">An engineer from the City of Delta sharing practical insights into Engineering Utilities and the challenges of managing urban infrastructure.</li><li style="box-sizing:inherit">A thought-provoking panel discussion on Women in Tech, exploring the experiences, opportunities, and challenges faced by women in the industry.</li></ul>This event is a great opportunity to network, learn from industry experts, and engage in discussions that are shaping the future of technology and engineering. Whether you’re a student, professional, or someone interested in tech, this seminar has something for everyone!Date: October 19, 2024 Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Location: KPU Surrey, Cedar 1205, 128 St & 72 AveWe look forward to seeing you there!

SPEATBC Technical Seminar 2024

The Society of Punjabi Engineers & Technologists of British Columbia (SPEATBC) is hosting a special SPEATtalks event on Sept 21st from 11 AM to 12 PM at Surrey Central Library Room 120.

SPEATTalks Sept 2024

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Annual Picnic 2024

Are you looking to grow your network with Engineering and Technology professionals? Well, SPEATBC presents a Mix-N-Mingle event where you can do all that. Learn from industry professionals with industry experience ranging from 10 to over 30 years. Key to your professional growth is networking and that doesn't always have to be serious round tables. Join us for an exciting experience of Networking with fun. SPEATBC (The Society of Punjabi Engineers And Technologists of British Columbia) is a non-profit organization, which has successfully brought together Engineers and Technologists from different disciplines from both Canada and the Indian subcontinent. It is a wonderful opportunity to mingle with British Columbian Engineers and Professionals, grow your network, and share expertise as part of the Mix and Mingle event. Bring a friend and lots of business cards for the fun afternoon of networking, refreshments and door prizes. Photo/Videography Disclaimer: SPEATBC reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any organized or sponsored event, without the expressed written permission of those included within the photograph/video. SPEATBC may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, used or contracted by SPEATBC including but not limited to: brochures, invitations, newspapers, magazines, presentations, websites, etc. A person attending a SPEATBC event who does not wish to have their image recorded for distribution should make their wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers.

Mix and Mingle Event 2024

Welcome to our online shop 🛍️ Every purchase you make directly supports our mission. Browse our selection and find the perfect items for you. By shopping with us, you help us achieve our goals and positively impact our community. Thank you for supporting our mission &mdash; your contribution is invaluable. Contact:- Hartej Singh&nbsp; in Gala 2026 for your Souvenirs Happy shopping! 🌟 Society of Punjabi Engineers and Technologists of British Columbia

Welcome to our online shop 🛍️Every purchase you make directly supports our mission. Browse our selection and find the perfect items for you.By shopping with us, you help us achieve our goals and positively impact our community. Thank you for supporting our mission — your contribution is invaluable.Contact:- Hartej Singh in Gala 2026 for your SouvenirsHappy shopping! 🌟Society of Punjabi Engineers and Technologists of British Columbia

SPEATBC Souvenirs to Support Scholarship Fund

SPEATBC offers scholarships across four categories: Entrance Scholarship, Women in Engineering Scholarship, International Student Scholarship, and Post-Secondary Scholarship. To ensure the long-term sustainability of these initiatives, we have recently established a dedicated Scholarship Fund. This fund is designed to make our scholarship program self-sufficient, allowing us to continue supporting students and newcomers in STEM for many years to come. How you can help power our mission:<ol fr-original-style="" style="width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Donate: Every dollar counts. Contribute now to help us reach our goal.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Share: Share our campaign with your friends, family, and on social media. Your advocacy can amplify our impact.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Volunteer: Your time and skills can make an impact too.</li></ol>Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

SPEATBC offers scholarships across four categories: Entrance Scholarship, Women in Engineering Scholarship, International Student Scholarship, and Post-Secondary Scholarship. To ensure the long-term sustainability of these initiatives, we have recently established a dedicated Scholarship Fund. This fund is designed to make our scholarship program self-sufficient, allowing us to continue supporting students and newcomers in STEM for many years to come.How you can help power our mission:Donate: Every dollar counts. Contribute now to help us reach our goal.Share: Share our campaign with your friends, family, and on social media. Your advocacy can amplify our impact.Volunteer: Your time and skills can make an impact too.Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

Join SPEATBC for an engaging technical event exploring the rapidly evolving world of Artificial Intelligence. Led by Agam Aneja, Founder &amp; CEO of Aptixx Enterprises, this session will cover everything from personal productivity hacks to the technical realities of building better AI systems. Whether you are looking to optimize your business operations or dive deep into technical discussions, this event will provide actionable insights and real-world demonstrations.Proposed Agenda:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">AI for Personal Productivity &ndash; Tools and strategies to optimize your daily workflows.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">AI for Business &ndash; How companies are leveraging AI to scale and automate.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Live AI Demonstration &ndash; A hands-on, live look at AI capabilities in real time.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Impact of AI &ndash; Analyzing the shifting landscape across industries.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Building Better AI &ndash; Technical insights into developing smarter, more efficient models.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Q&amp;A / Technical Discussion &ndash; An open forum to ask questions and discuss the future of the technology.</li></ul>

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