Engineers Without Borders Canada

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02. Incubators

03. Capacity Building Programs

07. Fellowship

08. Changemaker Community Memberships

10. Seed Funding

16. Advocacy

EWB invites and empowers engineers and non-engineers who value collaboration and cooperation to cross-breed solutions to poverty and inequality.

We aim to converge design thinking with systems thinking and elevate our collective passion to create sustainable and inclusive economies.

Through our leadership curriculum and Fellowships, EWB offers immersive experiences in Canada and sub-Saharan Africa to launch future shapers equipped to understand and re-engineer complex social systems.

EWB Members advocate for better policies, develop as globally minded leaders, and strengthen purpose-driven businesses. We believe that, at the intersection of these activities, there is a real chance to create a sustainable and inclusive global economy and contribute to an economic future that is equitable for all.

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Engineers Without Borders Canada

Engineers Without Borders Canada (EWB Canada) is a Canadian international development nonprofit that mobilizes the engineering community to address poverty and inequality. EWB Canada serves engineers, technologists, and advocates across Canada and in Sub-Saharan Africa (particularly Zambia and Malawi) through chapter-based community engagement, fellowship programs, and advocacy initiatives. The organization offers professional development, meaningful volunteer opportunities, and structured programs that combine technical expertise with social responsibility. With over 1,000 chapter members at universities and professional institutions across Canada and a 25-year history of developing socially-conscious leaders, EWB Canada focuses on engineering solutions for global challenges, investing in people, and advocating for systemic change in energy access, community development, and sustainable development.

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Programs

Program Global Innovation Fellowship A prestigious 16-week program that brings together top EWB chapter members in Canada with peers in Africa to design community-centred solutions to complex development challenges. Visit program page Program Engineering Brighter Tomorrows An initiative addressing energy poverty in Zambia and Malawi, bridging energy access gaps in schools and health centers across the region. Visit program page Program Investing in People Program designed to spot potential, invest in leaders, and provide training and support to help people bring powerful ideas to life. Visit program page

Program Join A Chapter Opportunity for young engineers to join a community of 1,000+ engineers, advocates and change-makers across Canada to engineer systemic change.

Program Talent xChange Volunteer program connecting local non-profit organizations and community-based organizations outside Canada with EWB volunteers.

Program Engineer for Impact Network for experienced professionals to tackle real challenges for local non-profits and global community projects, lending their skills to solve meaningful problems.

Program Advocating for Change Initiative where EWB speaks to multiple audiences to spark global and local change, campaigning with politicians, convening with the engineering community, and engaging the general public. Visit program page

Events

Event SCEC & GIF Applications Applications open for Student Cohort and Global Innovation Fellowship programs, designed for student leaders who want structured learning, mentorship, and practical experience. Deadline: March 16. Visit event page

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