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OSPE INVITED TO ELLIOT LAkE INQUIRY ROUNDTABLE As a follow-up to the Inquiry into the tragic structural collapse of the Algo Centre Mall in Elliot Lake on June 23, 2012, OSPE has been invited to take part in a Roundtable discussion November 20-21 on "The Role of Professionals and Other Building Consultants." Comprised of representative from Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO), Ontario Association of Architects (OAA) and Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT), the Roundtable will seek opinions about the role of these professionals in the inspection of buildings, property standards, and training and qualifications of building officials. Last year, OSPE was granted standing on the Elliot Lake Inquiry. As the advocate for Ontario's engineers, OSPE sought to use this opportunity to monitor reasons for the collapse and to provide input on any policy changes, new regulations and procedures resulting from the inquiry. Any such changes could potentially affect a large number of professional engineers in the province, including OSPE members. While OSPE was not required to stand as a witness, we reviewed evidence and transcripts of witness accounts. OSPE remains committed to ensuring that the expertise of professional engineers is leveraged in the shaping of new policies and procedures. OSPE is now pleased to participate in the invitation-only Roundtable, speaking on behalf of our members and the engineering profession as a whole. OSPE will use this opportunity to highlight the critical role engineers and engineering play in ensuring public safety and the need to ensure that engineers have a strong voice on related policy issues. We look forward to working with PEO, OAA and OACETT to provide engineering insights and expertise to guide the writing of the final report from the Inquiry. ARE YOU GETTING THE LATEST OSPE ADVOCACY NEWS? If you are looking for regular updates on OSPE's policy and government relations activities, subscribe to The Advocate. Designing plumbing solutions since 1958 This weekly e-newsletter provides timely information on OSPE's engagement with government ministries, elected officials, government staff, industry representatives and stakeholders. Find out which issues we are focusing on each week. See the events and meetings we have attended and the talks we have delivered. Learn how we are ensuring the voice of the Install a complete bathroom anywhere you need! Ofﬁces, Restaurants, Apartment Units, Basements ... engineering profession is heard when policy decisions are made. The Advocate also provides scans of media headlines and government news to keep you informed of the latest political, regulatory and social developments that impact the engineering profession in Ontario. The Advocate goes to OSPE members, elected officials, government representatives and external stakeholders who share our commitment to advancing the professional and economic interests of engineers. If you would like to receive The Advocate in your Inbox every Tuesday, simply log into your OSPE account and select "Edit" on your Professional Profile. Then select "Manage Email Preferences" to subscribe. You can manage these preferences quickly and easily anytime you log in. Don't miss out on our latest initiatives on your behalf. Subscribe to The Advocate by logging in now at www.ospe.on.ca. 1-800-363-5874 saniﬂo.ca For the entire product line scan here! http://www.saniflo.ca http://www.ospe.on.ca http://www.saniflo.ca

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of OSPE - The Voice - Fall 2013

OSPE - The Voice - Fall 2013
Contents
Viewpoint
Newsbytes
Engineers of Influence/WEAC Fall Forum
OSPE-PEO Chapter BBQs
Tom Anselmi, P.Eng.
Profile: Bill and Bob Goodings
The 66th Annual Professional Engineers Awards Gala
Now Hiring Engineers?
Preparing New Grads for Employment
Canada’s Engineering Labour Market
Point & Counterpoint
Tackling Transit
OSPE Political Action Network in Full Swing
Energy Planning
Elliot Lake Inquiry
Intellectual Property
Learn, Develop, Grow Your Career
Grow Your Engineering Team

OSPE - The Voice - Fall 2013