Important message from the CEO on changes to OSPE’s insurance program
I’d first like to apologize to our members for the way you were informed about OSPE’s change in insurance brokers for our Professional Liability and Business insurance program. What change? On June 15, we emailed to inform you that as of June 30, 2015, BMS Canada Risk Services Ltd. (BMS) will be replacing Jardine Lloyd […]
OSPE releases 2015 Fee Guideline for Professional Engineering Services
Selecting an engineering service provider is one of the most important decisions a client makes. The success of any engineered project relies on obtaining the most suitable expertise, so choosing the most qualified firm will result in a well-planned and designed project. Published biennially, OSPE’s Fee Guideline for Professional Engineering Services is prepared for use […]
Gardiner East: Update and next steps
After two days of intense debate, Mayor John Tory eked out a victory yesterday, as Toronto council narrowly backed his ‘hybrid’ plan to keep the eastern portion of the Gardiner Expressway as an elevated highway. Councillors also voted Thursday to receive further study on the viability of selling it, moving it, tolling it, and exploring […]
Member profile: Marilyn Spink, P.Eng.
Because she joined OSPE in 2000, Marilyn Spink, is an inaugural member who believes it is critical that the engineering profession has an advocacy voice and a place where common issues can be raised and addressed. This metallurgical engineer says she’s a multidiscipline engineering manager and a process engineer at heart. Having had a varied […]
The first 5 years of advocacy at OSPE
Over the past 15 years, OSPE has made great strides in a range of policy areas to promote the interests of the engineering profession in Ontario. OSPE would like to thank our members, volunteers, and all those who have contributed and continue to contribute to the success of OSPE’s initiatives. The following is a timeline of […]
OSPE urges Ontario Premier to consult engineers
A Response from Kathleen Wynne In April 2015, Auditor General Bonnie Lysyk released a special report on winter highway maintenance that found contracting out snow clearing and road maintenance has led to more dangerous driving conditions in Ontario. The report stated that “even though ministry staff, including engineers, raised serious concerns during the procurement process […]
OSPE hosts 7th MPP Reception at Queen’s Park
One of OSPE’s most anticipated events is our Spring MPP Reception held at Queen’s Park. Bringing our Political Action Network (PAN) volunteers and Task Force and Committee members together with elected officials, staffers and leaders from various sectors provides an invaluable setting to discuss important issues for the engineering profession. Last Tuesday, over 25 […]
Ontario government passes Bill 6
OSPE is pleased to report that the provincial government has protected important infrastructure planning principles by making them law through the passing of Bill 6. The Infrastructure for Jobs and Prhttps://ospe.on.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/academy-banner-7.pngrity Act, 2015 will ensure that a long-term view is taken on investment in Ontario’s infrastructure, while being mindful of demographic and economic trends of […]
Engineers discuss the future of the Gardiner East
While Toronto City Council prepares to vote for the “hybrid” or “remove” option for the Gardiner Expressway next week, more councillors, columnists and Torontonians are voicing their opinions in the headlines and across social media as each day passes. But what do the engineers think? That’s what OSPE and the West and East Toronto […]
4 key goals from OSPE’s strategic plan “Engage, Amplify, Excel”
On May 5, our CEO Sandro Perruzza and outgoing chair Danny Young released a new Strategic Plan for OSPE. It defines what the organization must do to meet the needs of members today and in the future. Over the next five years, OSPE plans to better represent the entire community of engineers in Ontario so […]