Who Should be in Charge of the TTC?
During Ontario’s 2018 election campaign, the Progressive Conservative Party proposed to upload responsibility for building and maintaining new and existing subway lines to the province, while allowing the City of Toronto to continue operating and collecting revenue from the subway system. To date, it appears as though Premier Doug Ford and the Progressive Conservatives are […]
Celebrating International Women’s Day – Let’s #InnovateForChange
Today is International Women’s Day (IWD), a time when we celebrate the amazing women in our lives and come together to work towards a common goal – gender equality in our workplaces, communities and society. As a champion of Engineers Canada’s 30 by 30 initiative, and the lead organization behind the Breaking Barriers project for […]
Engineers Included in Ontario’s New Mining Working Group
On March 4, 2019, the Government of Ontario announced the creation of a special Mining Group focused on reducing red tape and attracting new investments. Premier Doug Ford and Greg Rickford, Minister of Energy, Northern Development and Mines, highlighted that this new group brings together industry representatives who reflect the diversity and strength of Ontario’s […]
Can Artificial Intelligence Fuel the Next Wave of Innovation in Canada?
The following post was contributed by Emanuel Corthay P.Eng., on behalf of OSPE’s Research & Innovation Task Force and is the first of a series on Artificial Intelligence where we will explore the early success, potential and risk of AI to society. Artificial Intelligence (AI) frequently makes headlines, often with broad claims or pessimistic warnings […]
Should I Quit my Job so I can Dedicate More Time to my Job Search?
The process of looking for a new job can feel like a full-time job in and of itself. How do you effectively balance your job hunt with the demands of your current role? Should you quit your current job to dedicate more time to applying for your next big opportunity? The answer is that there […]
2018 OSPE Advocacy Highlights
OSPE employs a rigorous advocacy process that focuses on creating evidence-based recommendations for government. Below are some of our 2018 advocacy highlights: January Engineers’ recommendations included in 2018 Provincial Budget $411 million over three years to strengthen partnerships between post-secondary institutions and employers providing more engineering students with experiential learning $30 million to enhance the […]
P.Eng. Day is almost here! How will you celebrate on March 1st?
Are you a proud professional engineer? Do you know someone who is an engineer? Maybe you’re in the process of obtaining your licence to become a professional engineer? March 1, 2019, marks the second annual Professional Engineers Day or P.Eng. Day in Ontario and it’s the perfect opportunity to celebrate the innovative work and expertise […]
Tackling Sustainable Development Goals – How to Change the World with OSPE this May
What are the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals? — In 2015, all United Nations Member States adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development to guide shared efforts for achieving peace and prhttps://ospe.on.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/academy-banner-7.pngrity for our population and planet. The 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a global call-to-action to end poverty and deprivation around the […]
5 Ways to Prevent Frozen Pipes (And What to Do if They Freeze Anyway)
Is your home at risk for frozen pipes? Water damage caused by burst pipes is a real threat during harsh Canadian winters. Here’s your guide to reducing the risk of your pipes freezing—and tips for thawing them out if they do. 5 Tips to Prevent your Pipes from Freezing — 1. Drain outside water lines […]
The 2018 Mercer OSPE National Engineering Compensation Survey – RESULTS NOW AVAILABLE!
The Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE), in partnership with Mercer, is pleased to release the 2018 Mercer OSPE National Engineering Compensation Survey. Whether you’re an employer creating a new compensation plan, an entrepreneur launching your own business, a new graduate entering the profession, or an experienced professional seeking your next opportunity, the OSPE Compensation […]