Pilot, co-pilot or auto pilot? What type of investor are you?
The engineering profession is as diverse as the many industries within which engineers work. Regardless of the specific tasks that we carry out in our varying job roles, productivity and efficiency tend to be two overarching principles that define and guide any of the work that we do. We work hard for the money we […]
Ontario’s energy crisis and how engineers can solve it
OSPE’s President & Chair Michael Monette, P.Eng., and OSPE’s Lead of Policy and Government Relations Patrick Sackville spoke with Tim Hudak on his NewsTalk1010 show on Sunday, February 12 regarding Ontario’s energy crisis and how engineers can solve it. Based on OSPE’s research, electricity prices in Ontario are between 25-30% higher than they should be, […]
What does OSPE have in store for NEM 2017?
National Engineering Month (NEM) is Canada’s largest celebration of engineering, with over 500 interactive events and activities taking place across the country. Each event will centre on this year’s theme: Engineering is a place for you. OSPE is proud to collaborate as a founding partner of NEM Ontario, and our lineup of fun and educational […]
Three study tips that will boost your results
Preparing for an exam can feel like a daunting task, but with the right preparation and guidance, you boost not only your overall comprehension of the material in question, you also gain the confidence and tools that you need to ace it! Researchers have “studied our study habits” and have come up with helpful tips […]
You’re invited: Hamilton-Halton Projects of the Year Awards Gala
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. The Gala celebrates and promotes the engineering community in the Hamilton-Halton region and allows anyone from politicians, to developers and the general public, to better understand the critical role […]
Rising prices & rising expectations in Ontario: Engineers as expert witnesses
The use of expert evidence in litigation can be a powerful addition to a complex and complicated legal cause of action. Engineers are often called upon to lend their expertise and assist in a variety of cases, including equipment failures, accident reconstructions, design and mechanical flaws, building structural failures and aviation accidents. However, providing testimony […]
Five things you need to know about public policy
As the advocacy body for Ontario’s engineers since 2000, the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE) has been the bridge between the engineering community and governments, policymakers, and political staff of all levels and stripes. By regularly meeting with government and delivering reports, submissions and presentations, OSPE provides government with evidence-based, fiscally sound insight and […]
Top tips for preventing and thawing frozen pipes
Water damage is one of the worst possible things that can happen to your home. In winter, your home is particularly vulnerable to this kind of situation because water can freeze in your house pipes during spells of cold weather. These helpful tips will help you prevent water from freezing and help […]
The job search process is as easy as 1 – 2 – E3!
For many of us, the New Year is a time for new beginnings. This desire for change often incarnates itself into a checklist of new resolutions and goals–some of which always seem to be harder to keep than others! Landing your dream job role in 2017, is one resolution that OSPE is determined to help […]
Join OSPE to celebrate #Canada150 throughout 2017
This year, Canada will be celebrating its 150th birthday. Across the country, Canadians are already counting down to July 1st by recognizing and celebrating the people and places that make our home fantastic and unique. OSPE is joining in on the celebration by recognizing the substantial impact the engineering profession has had on the development […]
