A Policy Win for Ontario’s Engineers: Advancing the Critical Minerals Strategy
The Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE) is proud to celebrate a significant milestone in advancing Ontario’s critical minerals strategy. In 2021, OSPE submitted a comprehensive response to the Environmental […]
Policy Win: Ontario’s New Energy Efficiency Programs
At OSPE, we are committed to advancing sustainability, reducing energy consumption, and supporting long-term environmental goals. This year, we are thrilled to see the Government of Ontario launch a groundbreaking […]
Toronto’s 2025 Budget: A Vision for Transformation and a Call to Engineers
The City of Toronto’s 2025 budget is more than numbers on a page; it’s a bold blueprint for a city in motion. For engineers, this document identifies opportunities to lead […]
6 Common Winter Car Problems – solved!
The outdoor thermometer reads -10°C, and it’s still dark as you struggle to open the frozen car door. You grab the scraper and work on the snow and ice clogging […]
Justin Trudeau’s Upcoming Resignation: What It Means for Engineers in Ontario
Justin Trudeau’s announcement that he will step down as Prime Minister marks the beginning of a significant transition in Canadian politics. For nearly a decade, Trudeau has been a defining […]
Looking Backward, Looking Forward: Honouring Women in Engineering
Each year, December 6th stands as a solemn reminder of the devastating events that unfolded at Polytechnique Montréal in 1989. On that tragic day, 14 women lost their lives in […]
35 Years After the Montreal Massacre: Reflecting on Gender Equity and Discrimination in Engineering
December 6th marks the 35th anniversary of the Montreal Massacre, the day when an armed man killed 14 woman and injured 13 other individuals at Polytechnique Montréal. The shooter’s focus […]
Addressing Gender-Based Violence: A Collaborative Approach
In a significant step towards combating gender-based violence (GBV) and intimate partner violence (IPV), the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE) recently participated in a pivotal consultation organized by a […]
Response to Bill 212: Why We Need to Rethink Bike Lanes and Embrace Multi-Modal Solutions
In Ontario, we are facing an increasingly complex transportation challenge. 80-90% of personal trips in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA) are made by single-occupant vehicles, and transportation systems […]
15 ways to get your home ready for winter
As the days get shorter and the weather gets colder, it’s time to start preparing your home for winter. Here are some tips to help you lower your heating bills […]