The Alberta Chapter was founded in 1979 to enhance the services of the APWA to the Alberta public works community and to improve the quality of public works products and services to Canadian citizens.
The American Public Works Association (APWA) is an international educational and professional association of public agencies, private sector companies, and individuals dedicated to providing high quality public works goods and services.
Originally chartered in 1937, APWA is the largest and oldest organization of its kind in the world, with 67 chapters throughout North America. APWA provides a forum in which public works professionals can exchange ideas, improve professional competency, increase the performance of their agencies and companies, and bring important public works-related topics to public attention in local, provincial and federal arenas.
Mission Statement
Support those who plan, construct, operate, improve, and maintain public works infrastructure through education, training, assistance, and member engagement.
Vision
Advancing quality of life for all those living in or visiting Alberta.
Priorities
- Value: Define the value of public works and enhance its visibility and awareness.
- Assistance: Facilitate the connection for personnel and equipment when a community is experiencing unexpected events.
- Education and Credentialing: Ensure excellence in education and credentialing
- Membership: Create a dedicated, dynamic, diverse and sustainable membership.