19th IEP Conference

Conference Details

IEP Conference Overview

The IEP Conference is a unique Canadian initiative for Internationally Educated Professionals (IEPs) taking interactive learning, economic development, and stakeholder awareness to unprecedented levels. Every delegate can engage in a myriad of career and professional development experiences guided and encouraged every step of the way by subject matter experts from licensing bodies, educational institutions, professional associations, skilled facilitators, employers and successful IEPs.

Venue:  View Google map for Metro Toronto Convention Centre, North Building 255 Front Street West Toronto, ON M5V 2W6,

Engineering Panel

Mehemed Delibasic, M.Sc., P.Eng.

Vice President, Transportation and Safety 30, Forensic Engineering

Mehemed is a Professional Engineer licensed in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta, with over 26 years of comprehensive experience in transportation engineering, project and program management, and business development across both public and private sectors. He holds Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Traffic and Transportation Engineering and is a long-time advocate and volunteer within the engineering community. Mehemed actively contributes to professional associations including the Transportation Association of Canada (TAC), Ontario Traffic Council (OTC), Association of Consulting Engineering Companies (ACEC) Ontario, Canadian Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE Canada), Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE), and Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO). His volunteer work includes mentorship and guidance for new engineering graduates and internationally trained engineers.

Hazem Yahia, P.Eng, MSc., PMP, CCP

Founder, Master VDC

Hazem Yahia is a seasoned professional with a civil engineering background and 20+ years of project management experience in residential, commercial, infrastructure, and nuclear sectors. Hazem’s career includes leadership roles at Parsons, EllisDon, and Bruce Power.
A licensed P.Eng. with a Master’s in Construction Management, he also holds PMP and CCP certifications.
As the Founder of Master VDC, Hazem provides engineering, project management, and BIM services in addition to his position as an instructor at Humber College.
He contributed as a guest speaker at different colleges and newcomer centres while supporting international engineers to achieve their P.Eng license and thrive in the Canadian market.

Exceptional partnership opportunities with PCPI.

Reach thousands of skilled professionals at the conference.

Date:

October 30, 2025

Time:

7:30 am - 8:30 am

Registration

Date:

October 30, 2025

Time:

8:30 am - 8:45 am

Room:

105

Welcome Remarks & Indigenous Performance

Date:

October 30, 2025

Time:

8:45 am - 9:30 am

Room:

105

Opening Keynote Speaker

Date:

October 30, 2025

Time:

9:30 am - 10:15 am

Room:

105

Networking Exercise and IEP Panel

Date:

October 30, 2025

Time:

10:15 am - 10:45 am

Room:

Marketplace

Break in Marketplace

Date:

October 30, 2025

Time:

10:45 am - 12:15 am

Sector Hub Sessions

Engineering, Digital Technology, Sales, Marketing & Communications

Date:

October 30, 2025

Time:

10:45 am - 12:15 am

Skill-Building Sessions:

Session 1: TBD Session 2: TBD

Date:

October 30, 2025

Time:

12:15 pm - 1:45 pm

Lunch in Marketplace

Date:

October 30, 2025

Time:

1:45 pm - 3:30 pm

Sector Hub Sessions

Finance & Accounting, Healthcare

Date:

October 30, 2025

Time:

1:45 pm - 3:30 pm

Skill-Building Sessions:

Session 1: TBD Session 2: TBD

Date:

October 30, 2025

Time:

3:30 pm - 4:15 pm

Closing Keynote and draw prizes.

Date:

October 30, 2025

Time:

4:15 pm -

Conference Ends