National Engineering & Applied Science Technology Week 2026

November 23 – 27 2026

We look forward to this year’s celebration of NEAT Week 2026! We have lined up new content, testimonials, and more awareness campaigns to help raise the profile of our members.

About NEAT Week

TPC is raising awareness of essential professions in engineering and applied science technology. Over 400,000 careers in technician and technologist roles exist in STEM across Canada and globally. With NEAT Week, TPC is celebrating opportunities in fields such as mechanical, civil, electrical, biomedical and environmental engineering, both for students and members of our Provincial Member Organizations across Canada.

Read the Prime Minister’s Letter of Recognition here.

“This week provides a unique opportunity to celebrate the remarkable contributions that engineering technology and applied science professionals make to our nation. It is also a time to recognize the importance of education and lifelong learning in the field, and showcases programs offered by Canadian colleges and polytechnics.“

The Right Honourable Mark Carney, P.C., O.C., M.P.
Prime Minister of Canada
Ottawa
2025

TPC National Webinar 2026

We are thrilled to host this year’s National Webinar on Thursday November 26th at 1pm EST: Managing Without a Title – Practical Leadership for Non-Management Roles

Leadership is not reserved for those with a management title. This practical and engaging session explores how professionals can build influence, earn trust, and demonstrate leadership from any position within an organization. Participants will learn how to take greater ownership, communicate with confidence, and positively influence colleagues and outcomes without relying on formal authority. Drawing on real-world leadership experience in the military and corporate world, Rob Francis will examine the behaviours that allow individuals to step forward, particularly during moments of pressure, uncertainty, and change. Participants will leave with practical strategies for increasing their leadership impact in their everyday work.

Presented by: Rob Francis – President of The Canadian Leadership Company, a veteran-led leadership development organization specializing in practical and experiential approaches to building stronger leaders and teams.

A former Lieutenant-Commander in the Royal Canadian Navy, Rob brings more than 20 years of military leadership experience alongside senior executive, academic, consulting, and leadership development experience. His approach focuses on translating leadership principles into practical behaviours that individuals can use in real-world environments, particularly when facing pressure, uncertainty, and complex team dynamics.

Click Here for Registration Details

Watch the 2025 Webinar Recording Here.

National Capstone Competition 2025

Congratulations to the winners and finalists of the 2025 TPC National Capstone Competition! The finalists were chosen from the Provincial winners. Though we are pausing the National Capstone Competition for 2026, we continue to be amazed by the technical excellence and ingenuity that exists within engineering and applied science technology.

See the 2025 Winners, Finalists and Watch the Webinar Recording Here.