Shaping OSPE: Alourdes Sully, P.Eng.
As OSPE celebrates 25 years of representing Ontario’s engineers, we reflect not only on the impact our community has made on our members, but the influence our members have made on us. To celebrate this milestone, we reached out to OSPE leaders who have shaped the industry and OSPE itself, beginning with Alourdes Sully, P.Eng., […]
Ontario’s 2025 Election Promises: Aligning with Engineering Priorities
As Ontario approaches the 2025 provincial election, we have compiled a chart of campaign promises based on public statements made by party leaders. This reference tool is designed to help our members make informed decisions by providing a clear overview of each party’s commitments. By assessing these promises through the lens of engineering priorities, members […]
OSPE’s Feedback on the Proposed Amendments to the Accessible Canada Regulations
As part of our advocacy efforts, we recently submitted a formal response to the Department of Employment and Social Development regarding the proposed amendments to the Accessible Canada Regulations, published in the Canada Gazette on December 21, 2024. The proposed amendments represent a significant step forward in ensuring accessibility across web content, mobile applications, and […]
Launching New Initiatives to Support Internationally Graduated Engineers
We believe in turning ideas into action and shaping initiatives that address the real challenges engineers face in Ontario. One such example is an initiative launched by our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, and Accessibility (EDIA) Task Force, which focused on supporting International Engineering Graduates (IEGs). After months of brainstorming and input from our members, we’re […]
OSPE’s 2025 Budget Recommendations to the Ontario Minister of Finance
On February 3, 2025, we submitted an important document to the Ontario Minister of Finance, the Hon. Peter Bethlenfalvy, outlining key priorities and recommendations for the upcoming provincial budget. This submission represents not just a list of requests but a comprehensive vision for a stronger, more sustainable Ontario. This document is the product of extensive […]
OSPE’s Policy Recommendations for Ontario 2025
As Ontario heads toward the next provincial election, the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE) is calling on policymakers to prioritize engineering-driven solutions that will shape the province’s future. Engineers are at the forefront of solving today’s most pressing challenges whether in infrastructure, energy, climate resilience, or digital security. Now more than ever, Ontario needs […]
Statement from OSPE on the Impact of the U.S.-Canada Tariff Dispute
The Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE) strongly condemns the actions of the U.S. Government in assigning unnecessary and unwarranted tariffs to Canadian goods. Our two countries have had over a century of collaborative, mutually beneficial economic relationships, which has resulted in an integrated, aligned and stable supply chain both Canadian and American consumers could […]
Ontario Construction Industry Leaders Call for More Sustainable & Cost-Effective Building Practices
The Ontario Society of Professional Engineers, along with a coalition of Ontario civil infrastructure leaders, builders, suppliers, and engineers has launched a campaign urging municipal and provincial government leaders to adopt policy changes that will increase sustainability in the construction of public infrastructure projects. This includes a government mandate to use at least 20 percent […]
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 Registry of Ontario (ERO), titled Ontario’s Critical Minerals Framework (ERO-019-3281). This report provided detailed recommendations on fostering sustainable development, innovation, and strategic foresight in managing […]
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 initiative that aligns with our mission to promote responsible energy use. The newly announced energy efficiency programs, including the Home Renovation Savings Program, mark a […]