Community Involvement

At SMP Engineering, we believe in showing up for our clients, our colleagues, and our community. Since day one, our team has been dedicated to giving back in meaningful ways, whether through mentoring the next generation, volunteering our time, or supporting local causes.

From fundraising efforts to knowledge sharing and outreach, we’re proud to contribute to the communities where we live and work. It’s not just what we build, it’s who we build it for.

SMP Women in Engineering Scholarships

SMP is committed to advancing diversity and gender equity in the engineering profession. In alignment with APEGA’s 30 by 30 initiative, which aims for 30 percent representation of women in engineering by 2030, we’ve pledged $50,000 over five years to support Women in Engineering scholarships.

These awards are distributed through the University of Calgary and University of Alberta and are intended to remove barriers and create space for more women to lead, grow, and succeed in this field. This investment reflects our belief that a more inclusive profession benefits everyone.

SMP Mini Putt Charity Tournament

Launched in 2001, the SMP Mini Putt Tournament has grown into a signature biennial event that unites our network in support of local causes. To date, it has raised over $200,000 for Alberta-based charities, with 100 percent of proceeds going directly to community organizations.

Our most recent event raised $41,622 for The Alex Community Health Centre. Previous tournaments have supported Wood’s Homes, Hull Services, the Calgary Food Bank, and many others. It’s a fun and meaningful tradition that reflects our long-standing commitment to community care.

IDOL: Celebrating Light and Impact

To mark the International Day of Light (IDOL), our in-house lighting studio, lightSPACE, hosted a celebration in our Edmonton office focused on light and its power to support wellness and community. As part of this, we partnered with CASA Mental Health, raising $12,000 in support of their work delivering accessible care to children, youth, and families across Alberta.

Through this initiative, we continue to connect our technical expertise to meaningful causes, using creativity and collaboration to build healthier, more connected communities.

University of Calgary – Course Development, Guest Lectures & Labs

SMP is committed to supporting the next generation of electrical building engineers. In 2013, we partnered with the Dean of Engineering to create a fourth-year course introducing students to electrical building design. Our team continues to contribute through lectures, labs, and mentorship.

This collaboration has helped shape career pathways for students, many of whom have joined SMP as Engineers-in-Training. We also work with industry partners to grow the course and share practical insight. It’s one way we’re helping bridge education and industry.

So Many Moustaches: Our Movember Campaign

Each November, SMP rallies around Movember, raising funds and awareness for men’s health with creativity and community spirit.

In 2023, Calgary Partner Brad Fair pledged to shave an eyebrow if someone beat his total by $1,000. Mahmood Rajan topped him by $1,001, helping raise a record $11,641.

In 2024, Calgary Associate Dave Reid offered to shave his head, adding to the fun and driving another $5,260 in donations.

Movember is now a favourite tradition, uniting our team around health, humour, and impact.

City of Calgary Pathway and River Cleanup

SMP is proud to support the City of Calgary’s long-running Pathway and River Cleanup, a volunteer-driven initiative that’s helped maintain over 300 kilometers of public greenspace since 1967.

Since 2023, our team has taken responsibility for a dedicated section of Edworthy Park, returning each spring to clean, collect, and connect with nature. It’s one of the many ways we demonstrate our commitment to environmental responsibility and active community involvement.

By showing up as volunteers, we reinforce our values and contribute to preserving Calgary’s natural spaces for all to enjoy.

Hull Services – Outdoor Labyrinth

In 2022, SMP lent a hand to complete the outdoor labyrinth at Hull Services, a project made possible through proceeds from our 2019 charity mini-putt tournament. The initiative combined hands-on volunteer work with long-term impact.

The labyrinth offers a quiet, contemplative space that supports emotional regulation and self-reflection, particularly for children and youth navigating mental health challenges.

SMP is honored to have played a part in creating this resource and continues to support projects that foster resilience, wellness, and stronger community care systems.

Canadian Blood Services – Group Donation

SMP demonstrates its commitment to community health through annual group blood donations to Canadian Blood Services.

Each year, our team joins together to help maintain the vital blood supply that saves lives across Canada.

By participating, we reinforce our dedication to supporting the well-being of those in need within our community.