IEEE Okanagan subsection
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The Okanagan Subsection of the Vancouver IEEE Section promotes the exchange of technical information and awareness of the local engineering community by:Hosting technical presentations and seminars on topics of current interestOrganizing tours of local companies, research labs, and industrial sitesArranging for local support and participation in engineering conferences and symposia held in Thompson Okanagan region of British Columbia.Other important activities include:Recognizing local members by nominating them for advancement in IEEE membership grade and/or IEEE technical and service awards,Arranging for industry support of projects organized by IEEE student branches and chapters, and,Organizing events or activities concerning either technology or public policy for the general public.The Okanagan Subsection was originally established as a subsection of the Vancouver IEEE Section on February 13, 2010. The Okanagan Subsection encompasses the geographical area of the Thompson Okanagan region of British Columbia in order to better provide IEEE members with local meetings and other services.The Subsection operates on a fiscal year that runs from Jan – Dec of each year. The election of new officers is held each year in the fall, and election results are announced in December. The Subsection Annual General meeting is held in the spring to report on Subsection operations to all Subsection members. Technical meetings and social events for members are held year-round.All members interested in volunteering are invited to contact the Subsection Chair or Vice Chair. The Subsection ensures that all volunteers are properly supported and recognized.The Subsection publishes news and events on the Subsection Website http://www.okanagan.ieee.ca/. The Subsection news and events are available via email to members and interested non members who voluntarily join the OKANAGAN@listserv.ieee.org email list.
