Celebrating International Women in Engineering Day: Progress, Power, and the Work Ahead
Every year on June 23, we mark International Women in Engineering Day, a global celebration of the achievements, leadership, and impact of women in the engineering profession. At the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE), we take this opportunity to not only celebrate progress, but to reaffirm our commitment to building an engineering profession that […]
Pride Month: Building a Profession That Listens, Includes, and Celebrates All
At the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE), we know that the strength of our profession lies in the diversity of its voices, experiences, and ideas. Pride Month is not just a date on the calendar or a colourful banner on a website; for us, it’s an ongoing call to ensure that engineering is a […]
6 Things That Can Jeopardize Your Home Insurance
Your home insurance helps to protect you and your possessions, so be sure to avoid these six common things that can impact your policy or claim. 1. Leaving your house empty for extended periods If you plan on being away from home for an extended period, you will need to have a trustworthy adult occasionally […]
Should Engineers Be Exempt from Overtime Pay? Let’s Talk About It.
Ontario’s Employment Standards Act (ESA) outlines who is -and isn’t- entitled to overtime pay. You might be surprised to learn that professional engineers are currently exempt. That means many engineers, particularly those early in their careers, can work well beyond the standard 44-hour work week without receiving any additional compensation. Is this fair? Is it […]
Should OSPE Advocate for Flow-Through Shares in Tech & Innovation? We Want to Hear from You.
At OSPE, our advocacy work is shaped by the insights and priorities of our members, and right now, we’re considering an idea that could be a game-changer for Ontario’s innovation economy. Recently, we were invited to review a proposal to extend the federal flow-through share tax incentive beyond resource extraction and into the tech and […]
Why Engineers Should Care About Bill 5: Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, 2025
On June 4, 2025, the Ontario government passed Bill 5, the Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, 2025, with a vote of 71 to 44. Despite OSPE’s advocacy efforts, including a formal submission to the Standing Committee on Finance and Economic Affairs and testimony from our CEO, Sandro Perruzza, the bill is now set […]
How OSPE’s Advocacy Efforts Are Paying Off: Policy Wins in Ontario’s 2025 Budget
Each year, the release of Ontario’s provincial budget gives us a clear window into the government’s priorities: what they value, where they’re investing, and how they plan to shape the future of this province. At OSPE, we meticulously analyze the budget through an engineering lens to see where our advocacy efforts are making an impact, […]
Advocacy in Action: Why Our Recent Ministerial Meetings Matter
At the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE), advocacy is more than just a buzzword, it’s a daily effort to make sure the voices of Ontario’s engineers are heard where decisions are made. This spring, that effort brought us to the table for meetings with several key ministries to talk about the future of engineering […]
Shaping OSPE: Karen Chan, P.Eng.
As the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE) marks its 25th anniversary, we are proud to reflect on the transformative impact of the individuals who have shaped our organization and the engineering profession in Ontario over the years. Among these leaders is a former Chair and President of OSPE, Karen Chan, P.Eng., whose passion for […]
OSPE Partners with Crozier to Empower the Future of Engineering in Ontario
The Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE) is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Crozier, a leading Canadian consulting engineering firm that brings a fresh and community-focused approach to land development. This exciting collaboration reflects our shared commitment to advancing the engineering profession, supporting innovation, and building a better future for communities across Ontario. […]