Engineering The Future
52 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingEngineering The Future is the official podcast for the member and advocacy body that serves Ontario’s engineering community, known as the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE). Hosted by OSPE Board member and engineer Jerome James, P.Eng., Engineering The Future offers a wealth of information to engineers at all levels of their career. Episodes will delve into issues impacting the profession through discussions with industry, government, and academic changemakers. The podcast is recorded in Ontario, Canada and will be an invaluable resource for any engineer or professional tied to the STEM industry.
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Episodes
Episode 41: Innovations in Heating and Cooling - Engineering a Greener Tomorrow
April 01, 2024 13:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBIn this episode of Engineering the Future, host Jerome James delves into the vital role engineers play in advancing eco-friendly heating and cooling systems to combat climate change. Joined by Yannick Trottier, a professional engineer specializing in building decarbonization, they explore sustainability in homes, the benefits of retrofitting, and key design considerations for efficient HVAC systems. From heat pumps to thermal storage technologies and everything in between, join us as we e...
Episode 40: Championing Diversity - A Conversation with EngiQueers Canada
March 04, 2024 14:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MBIn this episode of Engineering the Future, host Jerome James speaks with Emily Barnes, president of EngiQueers Canada, about the challenges and progress of the 2SLGBTQ+ engineering community. They discuss the origins of EngiQueers Canada, the importance of diversity and inclusion in STEM fields, and the role of allyship in driving positive change. Emily shares insights on working with queer-friendly engineering companies, inspiring young 2SLGBTQ+ students to pursue engineering careers, and...
Episode 39: Fostering Diversity with Black Engineers of Canada
February 16, 2024 17:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBIn this special Black History Month episode of Engineering the Future, host Jerome James speaks with Ayo Abiola, Director of Communications for Black Engineers of Canada (BEC). Together they discuss the importance of diversity and inclusion within the Canadian engineering community and the role BEC plays in fostering an environment where black engineers can excel without societal biases. Ayo highlights the challenges black engineers face in the industry, including engineering students, and ...
Episode 38: Nuclear Power: A Linchpin in the Fight Against Climate Change
December 29, 2023 23:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBIn this episode, host Jerome James, P.Eng. discusses the untapped potential of nuclear power in Ontario's energy landscape. He is joined by Matthew Mairinger, P.Eng., president of the North American Young Generation in Nuclear, who shares insights on how the perception of nuclear power has evolved over the years and its current role in the fight against climate change. From game-changing innovations like small modular reactors to advancements in carbon capture technology, Matthew breaks do...
Episode 37: The Voice of Engineers - OSPE 2023 Year in Review
December 11, 2023 18:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MBIn this special year-end episode of Engineering the Future, host Jerome James speaks with the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers' CEO Sandro Perrzuzza. Together, they review the incredible work OSPE has done on behalf of engineers in 2023 and the exciting plans they have for 2024. From advocacy task forces and working groups that are reshaping the engineering landscape, to groundbreaking educational programs, OSPE continues to be a force for change. Join us for this deep dive into th...
Episode 36: Engineering Your Financial Future
November 29, 2023 22:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBIn this episode, we discuss the impact of rising interest rates on families in Ontario and explore financial strategies that engineers should consider in the current market. Host Jerome James is joined by Matthew Pickering, Mortgage Development Manager at National Bank, who provides practical advice and discusses the importance of building flexibility into mortgage loans. Matthew also highlights the detail-oriented and numbers-driven nature of engineers and how their long-term needs and ...
Episode 33: MP Yasir Naqvi - A Conversation with Ontario Liberal Leadership Candidates
October 31, 2023 21:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBThis is Part One of a special three-part episode. The Ontario Society of Professional Engineers invited all four candidates for Leadership of the Ontario Liberal Party to share their vision of the future of the province and to discuss the vital role engineers and organizations like OSPE can play in shaping that future. We are delighted to be joined by three of them: MPs Yasir Naqvi, Nate Erskin-Smith and MPP Ted Hsu. In this episode, host Jerome James speaks with Ontario MP Yasir Naqvi.
Episode 35: MP Nate Erskine-Smith - A Conversation with Ontario Liberal Leadership Candidates
October 31, 2023 21:00 - 19 minutes - 13.8 MBThis is Part Three of a special three-part episode. The Ontario Society of Professional Engineers invited all four candidates for Leadership of the Ontario Liberal Party to share their vision of the future of the province and to discuss the vital role engineers and organizations like OSPE can play in shaping that future. We are delighted to be joined by three of them: MPs Yasir Naqvi, Nate Erskin-Smith and MPP Ted Hsu. In this episode, host Jerome James speaks with Ontario MP Nate Ersk...
Episode 34: MPP Ted Hsu - A Conversation with Ontario Liberal Leadership Candidates
October 31, 2023 21:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBThis is Part Two of a special three-part episode. The Ontario Society of Professional Engineers invited all four candidates for Leadership of the Ontario Liberal Party to share their vision of the future of the province and to discuss the vital role engineers and organizations like OSPE can play in shaping that future. We are delighted to be joined by three of them: MPs Yasir Naqvi, Nate Erskin-Smith and MPP Ted Hsu. In this episode, host Jerome James speaks with Ontario MPP Ted Hsu
Episode 32: The Rise of Quantum Technology
September 22, 2023 02:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBIn this episode of Engineering the Future, host Jerome James explores the fascinating world of quantum technology and how it's poised to change the engineering industry. Joined by guest Tina Deckker, a lawyer with a master's degree in quantum computing, they delve into the future of this ground-breaking technology, from its potential to disrupt current cryptography to its impact on various industries, including communications, automotive and material science. Tune in to learn about the ...
Episode 31: Tech Stewardship (Part 2)
September 21, 2023 01:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBIn this episode of Engineering the Future, host Jerome James continues his lively chat with Mark Abbott, director of the Engineering Change Lab at the Mars Discovery District in Toronto, on the value of tech stewardship. Jerome and Mark expand the discussion to include the role tech stewardship plays in aerospace, healthcare and manufacturing, as well as what government can do to encourage and support the responsible use of technology. Join us for the conclusion of this fascinating conve...
Episode 30: Tech Stewardship (Part 1)
September 20, 2023 03:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBIn this episode of Engineering the Future, host Jerome James explores the concept of tech stewardship and its importance in today's engineering landscape. He is joined by Mark Abbott, a professional engineer and director of the Engineering Change Lab at the Mars Discovery District in Toronto. Mark discusses the strategies, challenges, and real-world examples of how engineers are taking on the role of stewards to ensure that technology benefits everyone. From ethical considerations to sus...
Episode 29: Engineering a Solution to the Climate Crisis
August 17, 2023 03:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBHost Jerome James speaks with Mike Schreiner, Leader of the Green Party of Ontario, about the urgent climate crisis and the pivotal roles that both engineers and government must play in steering Ontario towards a sustainable future. Mr. Schreiner stresses the need for collaboration between engineers and government, to transform ideas into practical solutions, and outlines the Green Party's priorities for clean energy promotion and greenhouse gas reduction. The episode also explores the gre...
Episode 28: Engineering Equity: A Conversation with Philip Asare
February 27, 2023 17:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBIn this episode of Engineering the Future, host Jerome James interviews Dr. Philip Asare, the assistant professor at the Institute for Studies in Transdisciplinary Engineering Education and Practice and Dean's Advisor on Black Inclusivity for the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Engineering. Dr. Asare grew up in Ghana and attended the University of Pennsylvania for his undergrad and masters in electrical engineering. He was compelled to pursue electrical engineering after he questioned why...
Episode 27: A Conversation with Engineers Canada's CEO Gerard McDonald
November 24, 2022 17:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MBHost Jerome James discusses a wide range of topics with Engineers Canada's CEO Gerard McDonald, including the value of the P.Eng license, the need for licensing in emerging engineering fields, and the role the regulator can play in helping internationally trained engineers enter the workforce.
Episode 26: Exploring Investing and Risk Management Profile
November 24, 2022 16:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBJerome James is joined by Amy Dietz-Graham, Senior Wealth Advisor & Portfolio Manager at National Bank Financial to explore investing and risk management profiles, encouraging investors to ask the right questions of their advisors.
Episode 25: Ontario Provincial Election Debrief
June 17, 2022 13:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBHost Jerome James is joined by OSPE Taskforce members Pauline Watson & Nicholas Burgwin to discuss the recent Ontario Election and what this newly elected government means to the different sectors of the engineering profession
Episode 24: Engineering Drives Ontario’s Economy - A conversation with OSPE CEO Sandro Perruzza
June 01, 2022 14:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBHost Jerome James, P.Eng., and OSPE CEO Sandro Perruzza discuss the impact engineering has on Ontario’s economy, what government policies OSPE will be focusing on after the provincial election and how OSPE members can get involved and make their voices heard.
Episode 23: A Conversation with Dr. Marilyn Powers, P.Eng., incoming OSPE President and Chair
May 10, 2022 01:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBHost Jerome James speaks with incoming OSPE President and Chair Dr. Marilyn Powers. P.Eng., about her vision for the future of OSPE.
Episode 22: Engineers and the fight against climate change
April 08, 2022 04:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBOn this episode of Engineering the Future, host Jerome James, P.Eng., speaks with Geoff Sheffrin, P.Eng., and why he believes engineers should be more invested in the fight against climate change.
Episode 21: Recent Changes in Engineering License Requirements
March 22, 2022 04:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBOn this episode of Engineering the Future, host Jerome James, P.Eng., speaks with MPP Deepak Anand, MPP for Mississauga-Malton and Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Labour, Training and Skills Development. In this episode, MPP Anand will explore the recent changes in engineering license requirements, specifically no longer needing 12 months of Canadian work experience.
Episode 20: Emerging Leaders
March 13, 2022 16:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBOn this episode of Engineering the Future, host Jerome James, P.Eng., speaks with Pierre Lebel, President and Chief Results Officer, Rzultz Consulting. Today, Pierre is going to discuss leadership (and management ) trends, and more specifically, how these play out in the field of engineering.
Episode 20: Emerging Leaders
March 13, 2022 16:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBOn this episode of Engineering the Future, host Jerome James, P.Eng., speaks with Pierre Lebel, President and Chief Results Officer, Rzultz Consulting. Today, Pierre is going to discuss leadership (and management ) trends, and more specifically, how these play out in the field of engineering.
Episode 19: Series of white paper on Data Governance and Innovation and how this topic is important in the field of engineering.
March 03, 2022 16:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBOn this episode of Engineering the Future, host Jerome James, P.Eng., speaks with Beatrice Sze, a member of OSPE’s Research and Innovation Task Force and its Data Working Group. Today, Beatrice is going to discuss the series of white paper on Data Governance and Innovation and how this topic is important in the field of engineering.
Episode 19: Series of white paper on Data Governance and Innovation and how this topic is important in the field of engineering.
March 03, 2022 16:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBOn this episode of Engineering the Future, host Jerome James, P.Eng., speaks with Beatrice Sze, a member of OSPE’s Research and Innovation Task Force and its Data Working Group. Today, Beatrice is going to discuss the series of white paper on Data Governance and Innovation and how this topic is important in the field of engineering.
Episode 18: Black History Month
February 25, 2022 17:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBOn this episode of Engineering the Future, host Jerome James, P.Eng., speaks with Matthew Davis, Manager, Capital Projects and Program at the City of Toronto. Matthew discusses his journey to P. Eng, and what he found best prepared him for his role today.
Episode 17: Introduction to Season 2 with Host Jerome James, P.Eng.
February 25, 2022 14:00 - 1 minute - 844 KBHost Jerome James thanks listeners for helping make Engineering the Future, Season One such a success.
Episode 17: Introduction to Season 2 with Host Jerome James, P.Eng.
February 25, 2022 14:00 - 1 minute - 844 KBHost Jerome James thanks listeners for helping make Engineering the Future, Season One such a success.
Amplifying Women in Engineering and the Value of Engineers as Entrepreneurs with Jessica Shaw P.Eng.
December 19, 2021 19:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MBOn this episode of Engineering the Future, host Jerome James, P.Eng., speaks with OSPE member and professional engineer Jasmine Shaw, P.Eng., about amplifying women in engineering, the value of engineers as entrepreneurs, and how to navigate common career challenges.
Episode 16: Amplifying Women in Engineering and the Value of Engineers as Entrepreneurs with Jasmine Shaw P.Eng.
December 19, 2021 19:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MBOn this episode of Engineering the Future, host Jerome James, P.Eng., speaks with OSPE member and professional engineer Jasmine Shaw, P.Eng., about amplifying women in engineering, the value of engineers as entrepreneurs, and how to navigate common career challenges.
Amplifying Women in Engineering and the Value of Engineers as Entrepreneurs with Jasmine Shaw P.Eng.
December 19, 2021 19:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MBOn this episode of Engineering the Future, host Jerome James, P.Eng., speaks with OSPE member and professional engineer Jasmine Shaw, P.Eng., about amplifying women in engineering, the value of engineers as entrepreneurs, and how to navigate common career challenges.
Episode 15: Workforce of the Future with the University of Waterloo
November 30, 2021 15:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBEngineering the Future Jerome James, P.Eng., speaks with Mary Wells, P.Eng., OSPE member, professional engineer and Dean of the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Waterloo, as well as Sanjeev Gill, Associate Vice President of Innovation at Watspeed, the University of Waterloo’s professional education program that is supporting the workforce of the future.
Episode 15: Workforce of the Future
November 29, 2021 15:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBEngineering the Future Jerome James, P.Eng., speaks with Mary Wells, P.Eng., OSPE member, professional engineer and Dean of the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Waterloo, as well as Sanjeev Gill, Associate Vice President of Innovation at Watspeed, the University of Waterloo’s professional education program that is supporting the workforce of the future.
Episode 14: Engineering Your Motherhood: Strategies For The Working Mom.
November 29, 2021 15:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBEngineering the Future host Jerome James, P.Eng., speaks with Kinia Romanowska, the founder of Pros&Babes and creator of the “Mom MBA”, Canada’s only 360-leadership and personal development program designed for the busy, ambitious mom, and Melanie Richmond, P.Eng., a civil-environmental engineer who has benefited from Pros & Babes program.
Episode 14: Engineering Your Motherhood: Strategies For The Working Mom with Pros & Babes
November 29, 2021 15:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBEngineering the Future host Jerome James, P.Eng., speaks with Kinia Romanowska, the founder of Pros&Babes and creator of the “Mom MBA”, Canada’s only 360-leadership and personal development program designed for the busy, ambitious mom, and Melanie Richmond, P.Eng., a civil-environmental engineer who has benefited from Pros & Babes program.
Episode 13: Karla Avis-Birch B.Eng, CPO, discusses her role at Metrolinx and current projects underway.
October 07, 2021 15:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MBKarla Avis-Birch, B.Eng., Chief Planning Officer at Metrolinx, guides the planning and benefits of the regional transportation network and supports evidence-based decision making in the delivery of transit projects. She is deeply passionate about forging end-to-end transit solutions from vision to reality region-wide. On this episode of Engineering The Future, Karla discusses her role at Metrolinx and current projects underway, as well as how her engineering training prepared her for this ro...
Episode 12: Professional Engineers Act Working Group with David Brown, P.Eng., and Mark Frayne, P.Eng.
October 06, 2021 15:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBPresident of the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE) Mark Frayne, P.Eng., and OSPE Member and Past President of Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) David Brown, P.Eng., discuss details about their involvement in OSPE’s reinstated Professional Engineers Act Working Group and its first submission to Ontario’s Ministry of the Attorney General. They also provide insight on regulatory reform for the engineering profession overall, and why they believe OSPE must continue pushing for ...
Episode 12: Professional Engineers Act Working Group with David Brown, P.Eng., and Mark Frayne, P.Eng.
October 06, 2021 15:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBPresident of the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE) Mark Frayne, P.Eng., and OSPE Member and Past President of Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) David Brown, P.Eng., discuss details about their involvement in OSPE’s reinstated Professional Engineers Act Working Group and its first submission to Ontario’s Ministry of the Attorney General. They also provide insight on regulatory reform for the engineering profession overall, and why they believe OSPE must continue pushing for ...
Episode 12: Professional Engineers Act Working Group
October 05, 2021 15:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBPresident of the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE) Mark Frayne, P.Eng., and OSPE Member and Past President of Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) David Brown, P.Eng., discuss details about their involvement in OSPE’s reinstated Professional Engineers Act Working Group and its first submission to Ontario’s Ministry of the Attorney General. They also provide insight on regulatory reform for the engineering profession overall, and why they believe OSPE must continue pushing for ...
Episode 11: Non-Traditional Engineering Teams
October 05, 2021 13:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBOSPE member Nick Mocan, P.Eng., President of Crozier Consulting Engineers, discusses why companies should build a non-traditional engineering team, how Crozier recruits and retains great talent, and the biggest mistake people can make when interviewing for jobs virtually.
Episode 11: Non-Traditional Engineering Teams Non-Traditional Engineering Teams with Nick Mocan, P.Eng., Crozier & Associates
October 05, 2021 13:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBOSPE member Nick Mocan, P.Eng., President of Crozier Consulting Engineers, discusses why companies should build a non-traditional engineering team, how Crozier recruits and retains great talent, and the biggest mistake people can make when interviewing for jobs virtually.
Episode 11: Non-Traditional Engineering Teams Non-Traditional Engineering Teams with Nick Mocan, P.Eng., Crozier & Associates
October 05, 2021 13:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBOSPE member Nick Mocan, P.Eng., President of Crozier Consulting Engineers, discusses why companies should build a non-traditional engineering team, how Crozier recruits and retains great talent, and the biggest mistake people can make when interviewing for jobs virtually.
Episode 10: International Women in Engineering Day (Live podcast)
July 12, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MBTo mark International Women in Engineering Day, OSPE is proud to bring you a very special live podcast! Our host, Jerome James, P.Eng., will be sitting down with Marilyn Powers, Ph.D., P.Eng., OSPE’s Vice Chair, Beatrice Sze, P.Eng., OSPE Research & Innovation Task Force member, and Lauren Briens, Ph.D., P.Eng., OSPE Diversity & Inclusion Task Force member. Our guests will be talking about matters like obstacles they have faced in their career path, a discussion surrounding the kind of chan...
Episode 9: Five Step Process to Advocacy with Sandro Perruzza
June 24, 2021 18:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBIn this episode of Engineering the Future, the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE) CEO Sandro Perruzza walks through OSPE’s 5-Step Process to Advocacy and why engineers must be leaders in society now more than ever.
Episode 7: Qualifications-Based Selection with ACEC-Ontario and the Ontario Association of Architects
May 27, 2021 18:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MBIn this special double-episode, host Jerome James, P.Eng., speaks with OSPE member Bruce Matthews, P.Eng., Executive Director of the Association of Consulting Engineering Companies (ACEC) – Ontario, and Kristi Doyle, Executive Director and Adam Tracey, Manager of Government Relations at Ontario Association of Architects (OAA), about Qualifications-Based Selection (QBS) and how their organizations are working in partnership with the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE) to have a Q...
Episode 8: Energy Management & Decarbonization with Emily Thorn-Corthay, P.Eng.
May 27, 2021 18:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBFormer Chair of OSPE’s Energy Task Force Emily Thorn-Corthay, P.Eng., speaks with host Jerome James, P.Eng., about the difference between decarbonization and energy management, the federal carbon pricing law, and how Ontario’s engineers are working to decarbonize the economy.
Episode 6: Daniel Lawrysyn, P.Eng. shares details on Alberta’s mandatory CPD program
April 21, 2021 20:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBDaniel Lawrysyn, P.Eng., Manager of Continuing Professional Development at the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) shares details on Alberta’s mandatory CPD program for practising and non-practising engineers, which has been in place since the 1990s.
Episode 5: Energy efficiency and the IESO with Kadra Branker, P.Eng.
March 18, 2021 19:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBKadra Branker, P.Eng., Program Advisor at the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) talks about energy efficiency in Ontario, IESO’s retrofit program, and targeting system needs across the grid.
Episode 4: How the Engineering Change Lab is preparing the profession for the future
March 09, 2021 22:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBHost Jerome James, P.Eng., speaks with Mark Abbott, P.Eng., professional engineer, OSPE member, and Managing Director of the Engineering Change Lab – a collaborative platform for individuals and organizations in engineering to share perspectives and take action to address challenges holding back the profession’s full potential.
Episode 3: Engineering for Change with Réjeanne Aimey, P.Eng.
March 09, 2021 21:00 - 24 minutes - 16.5 MBHost Jerome James, P.Eng., sits down with Réjeanne Aimey, P.Eng., President & Chair of OSPE, to discuss diversity & inclusion in engineering, the Black Lives Matter anti-racism movement, and OSPE’s newest initiative, Engineering for Change.