I Am A Chemist: Chris Swyngedouw
Current Job: Executive Director ACPA since mid 2024. I have been a member of the ACPA since about 1991 and served two previous terms on the Board of Directors before becoming the president for 2012-2013. What were your past duties? I am a retired Calgary based professional chemist. I was the Group Technology leader – […]
ACPA Celebrates 2026 Edmonton Regional Science Fair Award Winners
ACPA Celebrates 2026 Edmonton Regional Science Fair Award Winners The Association of Chemical Professions of Alberta (ACPA) is proud to support the next generation of scientists through its continued sponsorship of the Edmonton Regional Science Fair (ERSF). The 2026 fair welcomed 171 projects—the highest participation in 15 years—and showcased the exceptional talent, curiosity, and dedication […]
Science Meets Parliament is returning to Ottawa!
Science Meets Parliament 2026 – Now Accepting Applications Science Meets Parliament is returning to Ottawa in 2026, offering a unique opportunity for scientists and researchers to connect directly with federal policymakers. This national program brings together professionals from across Canada to engage in meaningful dialogue about the role of science in public policy. Participants gain […]
I Am A Chemist: Sara Schneidmiller
Name: Sara Schneidmiller, PhD, PChem Education and Training I hold a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Chemistry from the University of Victoria, where I also participated in the Co-op program and completed work terms in three different laboratories. I later earned a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Chemistry, specializing in Physical Chemistry, […]
I Am A Chemist: Sean Mercer
PChem Profile – Sean Mercer Background: From Halifax, Nova Scotia. I attended St. Francis Xavier University for my BSc. I then went to Queen’s University for my PhD, working under Prof. Philip Jessop. Why Chemistry: Both my parents were pharmacists, so I was exposed to the value of chemistry very early on. I had an […]
I Am A Chemist: John Crabtree
My origins as a chemist go way back to high school, when I had great Grade 12 and Grade 13 teachers in the subject who really did a good job showing how everything in the world around us is chemistry, and starts with the 92 chemical elements on the periodic table. I found the laws […]
Practice of Professional Chemistry
Practice of professional chemistry The ACPA would like to revisit the definition of the practice of chemistry, to try and make it current and more comprehensive. Here is our current definition: “Practice of chemistry” means Professional and Occupational Associations Registration Act (POARA), Professional Chemists Regulation, Alberta Regulation 248/2001 Here is the OCQ definition: “Practice of […]