Ontario Implements Procurement Restrictions in Response to U.S. Tariffs
In a decisive move to protect Ontario’s economic interests, the provincial government has introduced a new Procurement Restriction Policy, effectively limiting U.S.-based businesses from participating in Ontario’s public sector procurements. This policy, retroactive to March 4, 2025, was enacted in direct response to tariffs imposed by the United States on Canadian products and services. On […]
A Look Inside OSPE’s NEM Advocacy Forum
As part of our National Engineering Month (NEM) celebrations, OSPE hosted a virtual panel event titled The Debrief: A Post-Election Engineering Advocacy Forum. Engineers and Policymakers came together for a thoughtful and engaging session about what’s ahead for Ontario and how the engineering profession can help shape the province’s future. Our public affairs team focused […]
Policy Win: License Granted to Build a Small Modular Reactor at an Ontario Nuclear Generating Station
On April 4, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) announced a significant milestone for Ontario’s clean energy future and the engineering profession. In a press release, the CNSC confirmed that it has officially granted Ontario Power Generation (OPG) a power reactor construction license for a General Electric Hitachi BWRX-300 Small Modular Reactor (SMR) at the […]
OSPE Shares 2025 Federal Election Priorities with Political Leaders
As Canada heads toward the 2025 federal election, OSPE has submitted letters to the leaders of all major political parties, identifying the issues that are most meaningful to the engineering community. Our recommendations highlight how engineers are essential to solving national challenges, from infrastructure and energy to workforce development and innovation. OSPE’s Key Priorities: OSPE is […]
Shaping OSPE: Dr. Marilyn Powers, P.Eng., ICD.D.
As OSPE celebrates 25 years of representing Ontario’s engineers, we are celebrating some of the members who have made an impact on OSPE, and for OSPE and the engineering profession over our history. One of those members is Dr. Marilyn Powers, P.Eng., ICD.D., an OSPE member currently sitting on the Board of Directors. Marilyn has […]
What Federal Parties Are Promising on Issues That Matter to Engineers
This blog is being updated as new information becomes available. As Canada approaches the 2025 federal election on April 28, the engineering community faces a pivotal moment. With a shortened campaign period of just 36 days (the minimum duration permitted under Canadian election law) it’s imperative for engineers and STEM professionals to quickly familiarize themselves […]
A Time of Change in Government: Opportunities for Engineering Advocacy
Canada’s seen changes in government at both the federal and provincial levels, bringing new leadership and policy directions that will shape Canada’s future. For the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE), these changes represent a unique opportunity to continue advocating for policies that strengthen the engineering profession and contribute to economic growth, sustainability, and innovation. […]
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Shaping OSPE: Robert Goodings, P.Eng.
The Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE) stands as a powerful advocate for engineers across the province, championing their interests and amplifying their voices. At the heart of its founding and early advocacy efforts is engineer Robert “Bob” Goodings, P.Eng., the recipient of the distinguished Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2022 Ontario Professional Engineer Awards. […]
Why Qualifications-Based Selection Is Key to Building Sustainable Cities
The Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE) Sustainable Cities Task Force published a crucial document advocating for Qualifications-Based Selection (QBS) as the preferred procurement method for engineering services. This milestone represents a significant step toward ensuring that infrastructure projects across Ontario prioritize expertise, long-term value, and public safety over cost alone. OSPE has long advocated […]