August 2003
Engineers hard at work on the front lines of the power emergency.

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Engineers quiet heroes of power emergency

While millions of Ontarians made their way home early when the power went out, thousands of engineers were hard at work across the province, investigating what went wrong and - more important - working to restore service as quickly as possible. From large generating stations to small municipal utilities, Ontario's professional engineers rose to the challenge…

Course seminars to help engineers increase value

After months of intensive research, the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers will launch its first selection of professional development offerings this fall. The new program was developed in response to input from engineers who have asked us for training and skill building opportunities that will help them increase their value in the marketplace…

Already a member? Help the Society and you could win!

In the short time since engineers created the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers, the Society has accomplished a great deal on behalf of the province's engineers. As the end of the transition period between Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) and the Society draws near, we need the support of every engineer in Ontario to continue building a strong voice for our profession…

Society welcomes new CEO

The Society's Board of Directors is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Heather E. Bell to the position of Chief Executive Officer. Heather's responsibilities include the executive management of all operational activities of the Society and implementing strategic directions developed by the Society Board…

Have your say! Annual survey seeks member input

In the coming weeks, engineers across Ontario will have an opportunity to have their say in the Society's third annual Membership Survey. A link to the online survey will be distributed in September to over 20,000 engineers for whom the Society has a valid email address. Recipients will be asked to provide their thoughts on a variety of engineering-related issues and Society activities…

Exploring the nature of engineering - the WEAC Fall Forum, October 25, 2003

On Saturday, October 25, engineers are invited to take a closer look at the nature and culture of engineering and the changing face of one of society's most important professions. These and other issues will top the agenda at the annual Fall Forum presented by the Society's Women in Engineering Advisory Committee (WEAC)…