Sustainable Cybersecurity
In our digital world, cybersecurity is critical to the safe function of nearly everything. While its execution may seem virtual in our minds, the reality is that it is a significant industry, demanding significant real-world assets. As such, there is an opportunity for providers to comply with sustainability standards set across many industries. Today, OSPE […]
Engineering a Sustainable Future: Privacy and Security in the Age of Smart Technology
While smart technologies have the potential to deliver sustainable economic growth and move society forward, they can also threaten to compromise personal autonomy, privacy, and security. Amidst the rapid rise of smart tech, it is incumbent on engineers to recognize and mitigate these risks. Today, OSPE is pleased to publish our newest white paper, Engineering […]
EngCon 2023: Announcing Nuclear Waste Management Organization as Morning Plenary Partner
OSPE is proud to announce Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) as a Morning Plenary Partner for the 2023 Engineering Conference on November 2. We are thrilled to partner with Canada’s used nuclear fuel manager to deliver the country’s largest engineering event. As a Morning Plenary Partner, the NWMO will present the conference’s first plenary session, […]
EngCon 2023: Announcing Our Fourth Slate of Partners
OSPE is pleased to announce our fourth slate of partners for the 2023 Engineering Conference on November 2. We look forward to partnering with leading industry and non-profit organizations to deliver Canada’s largest engineering event. Trade Show Booth Partners Centennial College Applied Research, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Services FM Global General Dynamics Land Systems – Canada […]
EngCon 2023: Announcing Our Third Slate of Partners
OSPE gratefully announces our third slate of partners for the 2023 Engineering Conference on November 2. We are proud to partner with leading industry, government, and non-profit organizations to deliver Canada’s largest engineering event. Trade Show Booth Partners Acces Employment Aecon Agnico Eagle Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission Celestica Hatch Hilti Ontario Tech University – Faculty […]
Response to the Powering Ontario’s Growth plan
The Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE) commends the Ontario government on the release of the Powering Ontario’s Growth plan. This plan, released by Minister for Energy, Todd Smith, on July 10, 2023, in response to the Independent Electricity System Operator’s Pathways to Decarbonization report, lays out the government’s plan for 2030, 2040, and […]
OSPE Supports Adoption of ASHRAE Standard 241 in the Canadian National Building Code
As representatives of the engineering profession and advocates for public safety, OSPE is proud to support public health and promote safe environments. In light of this, we express our strong support for the adoption of ASHRAE Standard 241, Control of Infectious Aerosols in the Canadian National Building Code. Adopting this standard can pandemic-proof our buildings […]
EngCon 2023: Announcing Our Second Slate of Partners
OSPE is proud to announce our second slate of partners for the 2023 Engineering Conference on November 2. We are thrilled to partner with leading industry, government, and non-profit organizations to deliver Canada’s largest engineering event. Trade Show Booth PartnersCanadian ForcesCanadian Nuclear LaboratoriesColas Canada Inc.Communications Security Establishment (CSE)Goodkey, Weedmark & Associates Ltd. (GWAL)Independent Electricity System […]
Wildfires Highlight the Urgent Need for Climate Action
Throughout the month of June, the impacts of Canadian wildfires have made international headlines. Smoke has clouded skies in the United States and even the United Kingdom, and over 400 active wildfires continue to burn across Canada. This serves as a reminder that the impacts of the climate crisis can affect various regions, and it […]
Where Are All the Queer Engineers?
By Shivani Nathoo, EIT, and Kimberley Paradis Shivani and Kimberley are members of OSPE’s EDIA Task Force. To learn more about OSPE’s task forces and advocacy initiatives, contact advocacy@https://ospe.on.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/academy-banner-7.png.on.ca. In celebration of Pride Month, it’s crucial to discuss the experiences of 2SLGBTQI+ individuals in the engineering and broader STEM communities. Most major universities boast chapters […]