"There is No Excuse for Not Trying"

Change only happens when we choose to take part.

Dear Esteemed PEO Members,

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As your elected Vice President, I have seen how urgently our profession needs engaged, forward-thinking leadership. Engineering is evolving rapidly — from AI and automation to sustainability and advanced technologies. Yet participation in PEO elections remains extremely low, limiting our ability to make meaningful progress.

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If we want a stronger, modern, respected regulator, we must show up for it.

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Challenges We Must Address Together

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Evolving Engineering Disciplines

AI, cyber-physical systems, renewables, and other emerging technologies require regulatory clarity and readiness to protect public safety, ethics, and environmental responsibility.

PEO’s Relevance
Declining interest in licensure and inconsistent recognition of the P.Eng. call for renewed value and clarity of purpose.

Member Engagement & Public Trust
A regulator is strongest when its members participate. We must rebuild trust and reinforce the exclusive responsibilities of Professional Engineers.

Protecting Self-Regulation
Self-regulation must be continually earned through strong governance, transparency, and public accountability.

Why I Am Running for President-Elect

You entrusted me as Vice President in 2025, and I am honoured to continue serving the profession.

 

PEO’s Vice President term is only one year — a short window for meaningful regulatory change. Over the past 8–9 months, I have initiated key efforts in AI regulation, licensure pathways for engineering faculty, strengthening Council effectiveness, revitalizing the EIT program, and transforming CPD into a meaningful, professional-growth structure. These critical initiatives require sustained leadership to be completed, which is why I am seeking the role of President-Elect.

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With over 30 years of demonstrated senior leadership — launching major automotive products, directing engineering organizations, transforming plants across North America, and delivering multi-million-dollar savings — I bring proven experience in leading complex systems, building strong teams, and delivering results responsibly and effectively.

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In addition, I am continuously invited as an industry solutions speaker and keynote presenter at international engineering and manufacturing conferences. As a professor teaching graduate engineering programs, serving on PhD defence committees, and contributing through multiple research publications, I bring a balanced perspective that bridges real-world practice, innovation, and education — essential for modern, forward-looking regulation.

 

My Priorities as President-Elect

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• Strengthen regulatory clarity in emerging engineering disciplines

• Enhance the value and recognition of the P.Eng.

• Support exclusive rights for licensed engineers to protect public safety

• Revitalize the chapter system and member engagement

• Modernize and relaunch the EIT program

• Implement meaningful CPD reform

• Continue development of AI guidance and faculty licensure pathways

• Strengthen governance, transparency, and Council effectiveness

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Your Vote Matters

A stronger PEO is within our reach — but only if we participate.
Your vote ensures continuity, momentum, and responsible leadership for the future of our profession.

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Dr. Asif Khan
Vice President, Professional Engineers Ontario
Candidate for President-Elect
Mobile/Text: 313-378-8117