50 Years of PEO Support

This year marks the 50th year of the North Bay Regional Science Fair, and it also marks the 49th year of strong involvement from members of the local PEO chapter. Since the inception of the Regional Science Fair in 1962, local engineers have been involved in the event. 

This milestone event marks 50 years of a member of the Professional Engineers of Ontario chairing the science fair. Throughout this entire time,  numerous other PEO members have served on the organizing committee in various capacities.

The biggest contribution of volunteer engineers has been in the judging of the science fair. In addition to the many teachers, doctors, scientists and other professionals that judge the local projects every year, more than half the judging team is comprised of professional engineers. Some of these judges have been involved with the science fair for all 48 years and have made a lasting difference in many student’s lives as a result. 

In addition to the volunteer support, the local PEO chapter has been an annual financial supporter of the science fair. Notable about this lengthy support is that numerous engineers in town have gone from being students at the science fair to complete their education and return as volunteer judges and committee members. 

We would like to thank all of our long-term supporters and volunteers for their dedication and support. This is just one group of individuals that help to make this event a reality.

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