ACEC-Canada’s Parliament Hill Day 2023 an unequivocal success for the consulting engineering industry

On October 19^th, close to 60 industry leaders from across Canada came to Ottawa to rally the industry for ACEC-Canada’s 2023 Parliament Hill Day. During this cornerstone advocacy activity, they amplified the sector’s voice by meeting with Ministers, Members of Parliament (MPs), Senators, and other policy makers. Over the course of some 35 meetings with representatives from across party lines, they discussed how consulting engineering firms play a key role in planning, designing, and building resilient and prosperous communities in Canada and across the world.



Following the meetings on Parliament Hill, ACEC-Canada members gathered for an evening of celebrations at the Canadian Consulting Engineering Awards (CCEA) gala. Several MPs joined the festivities, networking with award winners and industry leaders from their ridings.

Click here for details on the key messages we shared during Parliament Hill Day 2023, the various meetings participants attended, and how ACEC-Canada will continue to build on the success of this important advocacy day for the industry.

Coming Soon: Exciting event lineup for 2024!



Save the dates! Join us for a series of events hosted by ACEC-Canada October 22-24, 2024. Keep your eyes peeled for our line up announcement coming in the new year!

Allyson Desgroseilliers of WSP Canada Appointed

2023-2024 Chair

ACEC is pleased to announce that Allyson Desgroseilliers, P.Eng., Vice President of Environmental Management for Earth & Environment, Prairies and North at WSP Canada was named to the position of Chair of the ACEC Board of Directors for the 2023-2024 term. The announcement was made at the ACEC AGM held on October 11, 2023.

Currently, Ms. Desgroseilliers’ responsibilities at WSP Earth & Environment include overseeing teams that address contaminated lands, occupational health and safety, and air, noise, vibration in Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta. She has Bachelor of Science degrees in Civil Engineering and Biology and is a Professional Engineer registered in Manitoba and Saskatchewan.

Allyson first joined the ACEC-Canada Board in 2018 and served as its Treasurer as well as chair of its Planning and Governance Committees. She is also a past-chair of the Association of Consulting Engineering Companies – Manitoba.

In addition to the long-standing and critical role of ACEC and its member companies in addressing economic, societal, and environmental challenges facing Canada, Allyson believes that climate change is especially important. “In light of devastating wildfires, heat waves, floods, and the incredible impact this has on our built and natural environments, it is not only urgent to address these challenges but also to ensure that we move toward a net-zero future in a sustainable and ethical way” she stated.

With respect to advocacy goals, Allyson cited the long-awaited National Infrastructure Assessment. “This will ensure a strategic and long-term approach to planning new and replacing existing infrastructure that will meet Canada’s needs. Climate change and resiliency are life-cycle challenges that require life-cycle solutions.”

ACEC President and CEO John Gamble, P.Eng., noted that “Allyson’s professional success combined with his passion for our sector will make her an effective ambassador and advocate for our industry and our association.”

The Board and staff appreciate Allyson’s continued leadership in her expanded role, and the contribution she will make towards the continued growth and success of ACEC. Join us in congratulating Allyson on her appointment. 

Congratulations to our new Board Directors!

Four new Directors were elected to the ACEC-Canada Board at its annual general meeting on October 11, 2023. 

Allyson Desgroseilliers, Chair of the Board, said about their election: “It is my pleasure to welcome these industry leaders to the ACEC-Canada Board. As consulting engineers, our work focuses on identifying innovative and meaningful solutions for our clients. I look forward to the fresh perspective and insights our new Directors will bring to our discussions as the Board works to advance the objectives of our strategic plan on behalf of our member firms”.

To fill a two-year vacancy to the Board, Consulting Engineers of Nova Scotia (CENS) nominated Perry Mitchelmore of MECO who has previously served on the ACEC-Canada Board and is a Past-Chair.

Elected for a four-year term are:

• Dominique Brault, Principal Vice-President Transportation, CIMA+, nominated by AFG-Quebec
• Bryan Stanton, Vice-President Land Development at Tatham Engineering, nominated by ACEC-Ontario
• Raya Smertina, Project Manager, Ports & Marine, Hatch
• Selena Wilson, Vice-President – Resource Manager/Portfolio Manager – Infrastructure West at Mott MacDonald, nominated by ACEC-BC

John Gamble, ACEC-Canada President and CEO, also welcomed the new Directors: “The ACEC-Canada Board of Directors provides important strategic leadership to the association. They are ambassadors for industry, bringing regional perspectives to the national discussion. The staff look forward to collaborating with the 2023-2024 Board in the coming year to further strengthen the voice of the consulting engineering industry to elected officials and industry stakeholders.”

Please join us welcoming our new Directors.

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Celebrating 110 years of FIDIC!

The 110th anniversary of FIDIC is being celebrated in 2023 with the release of a special publication titled "Engineering the Future: 110 Years of FIDIC". This publication traces FIDIC's history from its inception in 1913 in Ghent, Belgium, to its current status as a leading organization for consulting engineers worldwide. It emphasizes the crucial role of volunteers and stakeholders in FIDIC's success and its continuous adaptation to contemporary challenges such as climate change, digital technology, and skills development. Despite evolving challenges, FIDIC remains dedicated to its vision of enhancing people's lives through sustainable, high-quality engineering projects. The publication below serves as a tribute to the organization's enduring legacy and its profound impact on the global engineering and construction industry.

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