How to Secure Top Engineering Talent and Have the Government Pay for It
Finding and retaining top engineering, science and technology talent in your firm is not an easy task. Growing the talent internally takes time, money and effort. This is why it is critical that business owners, executives and human resource managers of technology, manufacturing and engineering firms are aware of the government funding sources that can […]
Ontario lost more than $500 million exporting clean energy in 2016
Following a detailed analysis of data issued by the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) and the Ontario Energy Board (OEB), the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE) reports that in 2016, the province exported 14.6 terawatt-hours (TWh) of clean electricity at a net financial loss of more than $500 million. What does a financial loss […]
Can smart cities help address urban growth and climate change?
In October, OSPE joined 630 members of the Hamilton-Halton engineering community for the Hamilton-Halton Engineering Week Luncheon, themed Engineering Smart Cities. Hosted by OSPE’s partner, the Hamilton-Halton Engineering Week Co-ordinating Committee, the luncheon always proves to be a motivating and informative opportunity to celebrate the many ways engineers improve quality of life for citizens in […]
Catherine Karakatsanis, P.Eng., wins engineering profession’s top honour
Catherine Karakatsanis, P.Eng., FCAE, FEC Chief Operating Officer, Morrison Hershfield Group Inc. Whether it’s her executive role as chief operating officer, helping lead Morrison Hershfield Group Inc. (one of Canada’s largest engineering consultancies), or her career-long work as a volunteer leader, including appointments heading up both provincial and national engineering bodies, Catherine Karakatsanis has contributed […]
Shock & Awe: OSPE’s Energy Task Force Takes on National Energy Policy at the House of Commons
OSPE Energy Task Force members were invited to Speak to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Natural Resources in Ottawa regarding Canada’s Electricity Inter-Ties Strategy. Canada must recognize the impact of changes to the North American electricity markets and ensure a thorough analysis of the ‘winners and losers’ before approving any investments in electricity […]
#WEACForum: A smashing success!
Over 160 guests gathered at The Forth in the city’s east end, on Saturday, October 28th for the 15th Annual Claudette-MacKay Lassonde Fall #WEACForum. Organized by OSPE’s Women in Engineering Advocacy Committee (WEAC), the #WEACForum is the focal point for OSPE’s advocacy efforts related to women in engineering. Entitled “Navigating the Glass Obstacle […]
Dr. Paul Santerre, P.Eng., wins an Engineering Medal for Entrepreneurship
J. Paul Santerre, PhD, P.Eng., FBSE, FAIMBE, FAAAS, FCAHS Professor, University of Toronto As a leader in biomaterials and polymer science, Dr. Paul Santerre matched his research on medical polymers and regenerative medicine with an entrepreneurial spirit to found Interface Biologics—a biotechnology company that builds on his extensive work on biomedical polymers and their application […]
Nicholas Stark, P.Eng., wins an Engineering Medal for Engineering Excellence
Nicholas Stark, P.Eng., CE, LEED AP, ICD.D Vice President, HH Angus A respected authority in healthcare facility design, Nicholas Stark has made significant technical contributions to the design and construction of healthcare facilities in Ontario and across Canada—particularly in HVAC design. Stark serves as chief engineer at HH Angus (HHA)—one of Canada’s largest private engineering […]
OSPE’s Let’s Break Barriers survey is live – take the survey now!
Recently, there has been a lot of buzz about the importance of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) to our economy and future. However, for women in STEM careers, the statistics are troubling. Women make up less than 20% of new engineering graduates and only one in four graduates in computer science and math. According to […]
Steps to Safer Driving after Daylight Savings Ends
Fall is here, and with it comes the end of Daylight Savings Time (ends at 2:00AM Sunday, November 5th). The shorter days can have negative effects on the mind and body – and can lead to an increase in the occurrence of driving accidents. It is everyone’s responsibility to be more alert on the roads […]