Want to inspire the next generation of engineers and entrepreneurs? Become a mentor today!
Inspire through Mentorship — With National Engineering Month (NEM) well underway, many engineers are pausing to reflect on how they can inspire, support and develop the next generation of professional engineers, entrepreneurs and change makers in Ontario. Many engineers credit one or more mentors for helping them achieve early career success. Mentoring others is also […]
Use Nutrition Labelling for a Healthier Lifestyle
You’re standing in the bakery aisle trying to compare the nutritional value of two loaves of bread. It may seem that all wheat breads are created equal, but the nutrition facts label can tell a much different story. Knowing how to read and decipher the nutrition label can help you get on track to a […]
Five Common Myths about Batteries Debunked
The following guest post on batteries was contributed by Hybrid Power Solutions. Welcome to the wonderful world of batteries. — When you think of batteries, what comes to mind? Maybe you’re reminded of a corroded 12V sitting on the hood of your first car. Or perhaps you’ve dealt with the frustration of a Smartphone that […]
On International Women’s Day, We #PressForProgress for Women in Engineering
Today marks International Women’s Day (IWD 2018) – a day when people around the world unite to motivate their friends, family and colleagues to think, act and be gender inclusive. As an Ontario champion of Engineers Canada’s 30 by 30 campaign, OSPE is proud to rally around this year’s strong call-to-action to promote gender parity. […]
Professional Engineers Make History: First Annual #PEngDay is a Success!
What a way to kick of National Engineering Month (NEM 2018)! Yesterday, 31 proud Professional Engineers, OSPE members and PEO dignitaries assembled at Queen’s Park in celebration of the first annual Professional Engineers Day (#PEngDay) in Ontario. The first celebration of its kind in Canada, professional engineers working in all disciplines, sectors and regions of […]
What does OSPE have in store for NEM 2018?
National Engineering Month (NEM 2018) is a time to recognize, celebrate and share what engineers do every day to improve our quality of life, keep us safe and strengthen our economy. Over the next month, hundreds of events will be taking place across Canada to spread the word that when it comes to engineering – […]
OSPE’s efforts to establish Professional Engineers Day in Ontario were a success!
The Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE) is thrilled to announce that our efforts to establish Professional Engineers Day in Ontario were successful! Moments ago, OSPE received formal recognition from the Legislative Assembly of Ontario that March 1st, 2018, will mark the first official Professional Engineers Day in Ontario. OSPE would like to extend our […]
Let your MPP know that you support the creation of Professional Engineers Day in Ontario!
Professional engineers are trusted and ethical leaders, builders and doers — professionals with a sworn duty to society, where public welfare is paramount. They’re on the front lines of innovation and create life- and paradigm-changing solutions to complex problems that drive the world around us. Engineers are the economic engine of our province — creating […]
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 […]