February 2006
Engineers and engineering are a cornerstone of research and innovation in Ontario, says OSPE.
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OSPE 2006 Golf Tournament

Hold the Date - Thursday July 6, 2006, Copper Creek Golf Club, Kleinburg, Ontario.

Hamilton Halton Engineering Week Awards Gala 2006

Presented in association with OSPE this annual event celebrates the outstanding achievements of the area's engineering community. Find out more about tickets now.

LinuxWorld Canada and NetworkWorld 2006

"Where the IT world meets!" Exclusive discounts for OSPE members on admission and conference sessions.

OSPE Calendar of Events

Keep up to date on a variety of engineering events by visiting our online Calendar of Events.

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OSPE to work with Ministry of Research and Innovation to raise profile of professional engineers and engineering in Ontario

Last month, OSPE representatives met with Tony Wong, MPP, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Research and Innovation to discuss the important roles that professional engineers and engineering play in building a creative, innovative and prosperous Ontario. OSPE also took the opportunity to ask the Ministry to appoint representation from the engineering profession to the Ontario Research and Innovation Council (ORIC)...

Water submissions focus on engineering management and input

OSPE recently made two submissions to the Ministry of the Environment advocating the need for engineering input and involvement in Ontario’s future water strategy. The first submission was a response to the Ministry’s proposed Drinking Water Quality Management Standard and the second submission related to the proposed Clean Water Act. Both submissions highlighted the need for professional engineers to play a strong role in the design, operation and management of Ontario’s drinking water systems...
Energy supply and use of "Qualified Persons" cause concern in Ontario's Growth Plan
Last month OSPE submitted feedback to the Ministry of Public Infrastructure Renewal (MPIR) on its Proposed Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe. While OSPE noted the significant role that the profession will play in the implementation of the Plan, the submission also expressed concern about the absence of energy supply, conservation and waste management in the Plan...

OSPE applauds delay of high school math curriculum reforms

The Ministry of Education has delayed the January 2006 implementation date of the secondary school math curriculum reforms that involve the elimination of significant components of grade 11 and 12 calculus. The delay comes as a result of pressure by OSPE and other organizations for further consultation with all stakeholders before reforms are adopted...

2006 OSPE Board Election Nominations now closed

The Ontario Society of Professional Engineers Call for Nominations for the 2006 Board election has now closed. Thank you to all who submitted nominations. This year, four positions are open on the Board and there's never been a better time to get involved by casting your vote...
E-newsletter taps you into the latest career and professional development resources for engineers
Keep up to date on all the latest OSPE Career Centre and Professional Development news and events by registering for our Career Development E-newsletter. Be one of the first to hear about our latest courses, workshops and programs. Get the latest engineering job posting on our online career centre delivered right to you...
2006 OPE Awards – Call for Nominations close March 31
OSPE and Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) are seeking nominations of outstanding professional engineers for the 2006 Ontario Professional Engineers Awards. Nominees who excel in engineering are eligible for Engineering Medals, while those who have made significant contributions to their community can be nominated for Citizenship Awards...