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About TPCCanada is a world leader in the application of new technologies, and technicians and technologists are key elements in Canada's success. Technology Professionals Canada (TPC) establishes high standards of competence for working professionals that are recognised internationally.
The International Qualifications Database (IQDB) is a database of applied science and engineering technology educational programs from institutions around the world.
Canadian organizations that perform assessment of educational credentials of internationally trained professionals can become IQDB Authorized Users
International Educational Institutions can submit their applied science and engineering technology educational programs for assessment here.
Internationally trained professionals who are considering immigrating to Canada can find out if their program has been assessed by TPC and is found in the IQDB here.
Professional technology associations are responsible for granting certification based on national standards of competence. Inter-provincial labour mobility for certified and registered technicians and technologists in Canada is made possible in part through the national standards.
To champion the advancement, recognition, and mobility of engineering and applied science and technology professionals across Canada by fostering national collaboration, facilitating high standards of professional excellence, and supporting a future-ready workforce in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.
Technology Professionals Canada is the national voice of Engineering and Applied Science Technology professional organizations.