Recap: OSPE attends the 2018 Ontario Engineering Competition (OEC 2018)
From January 26-28, OSPE attended the 39th annual Ontario Engineering Competition (OEC 2018). Hosted by the University of Ottawa, the theme of this year’s event was “Automation.” Students from each of Ontario’s 16 accredited engineering schools participated in eight competition categories that put their engineering and teamwork skills to the test. Every competitive event – […]
The advantages of face-to-face networking in the digital age
We all know that networking is a critical part of professional development and career advancement, but in today’s digital age, many of us have become accustomed to networking through online platforms like LinkedIn. While emails can go a long way, the opportunity for face-to-face networking in-person can be equally as beneficial. That’s why trade shows […]
OSPE celebrates the International Day of Women and Girls in Science
This February 11th, the United Nations celebrates its third International Day of Women and Girls in Science to recognize the critical role women and girls play in the engineering, scientific and tech community around the world. Despite significant advances, women and girls continue to face barriers that prevent their full and equal participation in STEM […]
Four feats of engineering in Hamilton-Halton named ‘Projects of the Year’
The Hamilton-Halton Projects of the Year Awards Gala has become one of the most anticipated events of its kind for the engineering profession in Southern Ontario. Local engineering talent, politicians, developers and members of the community at large, come together to celebrate the engineering profession and the vital role engineers play in improving the safety, […]
Six Common Winter Car Problems – Solved!
The outdoor thermometer reads -10C, and it’s still dark as you struggle to open the frozen car door. You grab the scraper and start attacking the buildup of snow and ice on your windshield. With a sigh of relief, you get in the car, only to hear a quiet “click” when you turn the key […]
It’s Time for a Culture Shift: Why allyship, equity, diversity & inclusion are the future of STEM
The following article was contributed by Dr. Thomas Duever, P.Eng., Dean, Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science at Ryerson University. As the byline and photo point out, I’m a white, male engineer. And, yes, I’m writing about equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in STEM. Despite what you may think, it’s not ironic. People like me […]
OSPE Delivers Recommendations to Kickstart the Careers of the Next Generation of Ontario Engineers
On January 18, 2018, OSPE was invited to deliver recommendations to the Standing Committee on Finance and Economic Affairs for Ontario’s 2018 Budget. This marked OSPE’s third invitation to present before the Standing Committee. This year, OSPE was honoured to present in Kitchener-Waterloo, where engineering innovation is the lifeblood of the region. The presentation focused […]
An engineering student’s perspective on advocacy: Cristina Mazza takes on PAN
Effective government and public relations requires a long-term commitment to relationship-building and communication. Established in 2006, OSPE’s Political Action Network (PAN) is a grassroots initiative that aims to influence policy makers at the provincial level. PAN volunteers put advocacy into action across the province by meeting with their Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) to discuss […]
Student perspective: OSPE member Vanessa Raponi discusses diversity in engineering
The following opinion piece was contributed by Vanessa Raponi, an undergraduate student of Materials Engineering and Management at McMaster University. Vanessa has dedicated her undergraduate career to thoroughly exploring and understanding the engineering profession. She’s completed 28 months of undergraduate co-op, but her favourite and most impactful experience thus far has been creating EngiQueers Canada, […]
New updates to your online OSPE account
In 2017, OSPE launched its updated website and online member platform to simplify the process for membership sign up and renewal. Our members are our priority, so our goal is to continuously refine and expand our member services, keeping YOU in mind. Today’s tutorial will remind you how to set up your online OSPE account […]
