Celebrating Black History Month: Trailblazers in STEM
February 1st marks the start of Black History Month, an opportunity to celebrate and recognize the significant contributions of Black trailblazers to the engineering profession and our society at large. It is also a time to reflect on the importance of diversity and inclusion within our workplaces, schools and communities. For engineers, diversity and inclusion […]
Ontario Engineers Provide their Feedback on the 2019 Made in Ontario Environment Plan
The Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE) advances the professional and economic interests of our members – many of whom work in the environmental, energy and transportation sectors. As a result, we were pleased to respond to the government’s call for feedback on the Made in Ontario Environment Plan, released on November 29, 2018. While […]
The Carbon Tax Battle in Ontario
What is a carbon tax and what is the reasoning behind implementing one? — Putting a price on carbon emissions, or implementing a “carbon tax”, means making businesses and individuals pay for pollution. It places a price on the production, distribution or use of fossil fuels based on how much carbon is emitted. When the […]
New Centennial College Innovation Hub shifts applied research off campus
The following guest post was contributed by Centennial College. In November 2018, funding partners and key stakeholders from industry gathered to officially open Centennial College’s Innovation Hub in a Scarborough commercial office building located within walking distance of the college’s Progress Campus. The leased storefront consists of 4,500 sq.ft. of collaborative space tailored for industry-college […]
OSPE and Lassonde Professional Development partner to bring you new courses!
The Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, blockchain and cryptocurrency are much more than just buzzwords today. These concepts, industries and their associated technologies continue to expand and evolve at an exponential rate, influencing the way we innovate, live and work. Why should Ontario’s engineers take note of the opportunity for rewarding careers […]
OSPE makes 7 bold recommendations for 2019 Ontario Budget
On January 14, the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers provided the Government of Ontario with 7 recommendations for its 2019 Ontario Budget – within the prescribed 500 words or less – that highlight how involving the expertise of engineers will benefit the profession and all Ontarians. As a non-partisan organization, OSPE is committed to providing […]
Member Spotlight: John Hazel, P.Eng., Nokia Network Management Engineering Test & Deployment Lead
John Hazel, P.Eng., wants to enable the next generation of engineers to see farther and achieve more — Which of us has not been touched by someone who offered a leg up along our professional journey? Most people will remember at least one friendly face – a mentor, a colleague, or even a stranger – whose knowledge […]
DesignAbility – Helping break down physical barriers one solution at a time
For many who have suffered a stroke, accident or physically disabling illness, barriers to daily living are around every corner. Former March of Dimes Canada (MODC) CEO, Andria Spindel, saw an opportunity to change this. This is when MODC initiated the DesignAbility program, which offers custom-built solutions developed and installed by volunteers at no charge […]
12 Tips for Improving Air Quality in Your Home
When you think of air pollution, what comes to mind? Most people envision the smog and exhaust fumes found in big cities, but did you know that indoor air quality can often be just as bad? Chemicals, dust, odors and other toxins can combine to create pollution indoors. We Canadians spend a lot of time […]
ASK Paul: What exercises can I use to control my interview anxiety? Part II
In a recent edition of ASK Paul, job search expert Paul Hill explained how we can turn interview anxiety into excitement through practical exercises. Today, Paul share personal anecdotes, motivational quotes and additional exercises that build on his initial strategies. Once you’ve done a “brain dump” and eliminated all the negative thoughts and doubts from your […]