What is the main objective of the Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO)?

The main objective of the Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO) is to regulate the engineering profession. This involves ensuring that engineers are qualified and competent to practice safely and effectively. The PEO establishes standards for education, experience, and ethics to protect the public's interest and maintain the integrity of the engineering profession in Ontario. By regulating the profession, PEO aims to ensure that engineers adhere to high professional standards, which helps to foster trust between professionals and the community they serve.

While promoting public engineering projects, providing training for engineers, and establishing engineering education curricula are important aspects of the engineering profession, they fall under the broader framework governed by the regulations set forth by the PEO. Therefore, while those elements are valuable, they do not represent the primary focus of the PEO as an organization. The emphasis on regulation ensures that all practicing engineers in Ontario meet the necessary qualifications and ethical criteria to safeguard public safety and welfare.