About the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE)
The Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) is a not-for-profit professional association with 127,000 members in 145 countries engaged in the exploration and production of oil and gas and related energy resources. SPE is a key technical and professional resource providing opportunities to exchange information at in-person and online events and through training, publications, and member programs. SPE maintains offices in Calgary, Dallas, Dubai, Houston, Kuala Lumpur, and London.
SPE Calgary Section is a separate not-for-profit entity of SPE that provides benefits to local members, including technical seminars, networking opportunities, social events, and community outreach, all under the direction and supervision of its Board of Directors. There are various sub-committees that work under the Board of Directors to accomplish our mission by providing quality programs and functions to our members. We are the largest SPE Section in Canada, and have won numerous awards, including the
SPE Section Excellence Award in 2023, placing us among the elite top 20% of sections worldwide!