Keenan Boles, C.E.T.

Keenan Boles is a Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) with more than 14 years of experience in municipal public works, infrastructure operations, engineering, and operational leadership. Beginning his career in public works in 2012, Keenan has developed a broad background in municipal infrastructure, progressing through front-line operations, engineering, field inspection, and supervisory roles. His experience with the City of Winnipeg included engineering services, street maintenance, winter operations, and the development and supervision of the Neighbourhood Action Teams initiative, focused on delivering targeted, multidisciplinary, neighbourhood-level maintenance and improvements. He currently serves as Civil Superintendent with Pioneer Construction out of Kenora Ontario, overseeing asphalt paving and grading operations, coordinating crews, and supporting the delivery of civil construction projects. Keenan is actively involved with the American Public Works Association (APWA), serving on the Snow & Ice Subcommittee and contributing to the Winter Maintenance Subcommittee. He is a regular conference speaker at APWA’s North American Snow Conference (NASC) and Public Works Expo (PWX), sharing practical experience and perspectives on municipal operations, winter maintenance, leadership, and workforce development. He also serves as a volunteer instructor for APWA’s Winter Maintenance Supervisor and Operator Training programs, helping develop the knowledge and practical skills of public works professionals. Through his involvement with CPWA and APWA, Keenan is passionate about professional development, knowledge sharing, workforce development, and building stronger connections between municipalities, industry partners, and public works professionals. He is particularly committed to increasing opportunities for collaboration, education, and engagement across Manitoba and throughout Canada. As President of the CPWA Manitoba Chapter for the 2026–2028 term, Keenan is focused on growing membership and volunteer participation, strengthening industry and municipal partnerships, expanding educational opportunities, and ensuring public works professionals across communities of all sizes have a strong voice within the profession.