On March 15 the Government of Alberta approved changes to the licensure of geoscientists, which involve the removal of the distinction between professional geologists and professional geophysicists. Under the new arrangements, only the term professional geoscientists will be used for new licensees, while existing licensees may select either designation. The regulatory body has changed its name to reflect these revisions, now being known as Association of Professional Engineers & Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA).
