OACETT 2015 Gala Program

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2015

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MESSAGE FROM OACETT’S PRESIDENT

Congratulations to All On behalf of the OACETT Council, it is my privilege to welcome you to our 2015 Provincial Honours and Awards Gala. We are honouring 27 unique individuals who, each in their own way, have contributed to advancing the engineering and applied science technology profession through exceptional people, products, services or education.

OACETT is the certifying body in Ontario for engineering and applied science technicians and technologists who are employed in most industries as a Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.), Certified Technician (C.Tech.), Applied Science Technologist (A.Sc.T.) or who are working towards certification. With more than 24,500 members, this event represents the hard work, diligence and commitment of our members in recognizing their peers.

Celebrating together with us are our many supportive stakeholders from government, academia, industry and other associations, which crystalizes how we all have a role to play in encouraging and recognizing the people who make a difference in our everyday lives.

These milestones don’t just happen; they are the result of many who have a vision to make our lives better in some way. To our guests, thank you for sharing in our celebration.

I am reminded of the famous quote by Francis of Assisi: “Start by doing what is necessary; then do what’s possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible.”

Congratulations to all.

Bob van den Berg, C.E.T. OACETT President

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MESSAGE FROM COMMITTEE CHAIR

Welcome to the 2015 Gala It is with great pleasure that we welcome you to the 2015 Provincial Honours and Awards Gala. As our association grows to well over 24,500 members, recognizing the talents and accomplishments of our deserving honourees is ever so important.

Tonight we proudly celebrate the outstanding contributions of 27 individuals, organizations, and volunteers who have enhanced our profession through their distinguished service, exceptional leadership or technical achievement.

I would like to thank my fellow committee members Christopher Ellerton, A.Sc.T., Arjun Rana, C.E.T. and Christopher van Dop, C.E.T. and the OACETT staff for the time and effort they put into organizing this event.

Thank you for celebrating with us. We hope you have a wonderful evening.

Ken Browne, C.E.T. Chair, Provincial Honours and Awards Committee

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MESSAGE FROM THE PREMIER Premier Premier of Ontario of Ontario - Première - Première ministre ministre de l’Ontario de l’Ontario

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Kathleen Wynne Kathleen Wynne Premier Premier

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OUR MASTER OF CEREMONIES

James Cunningham James Cunningham is the host and associate producer of the hit TV series Eat St., which airs on Cooking Channel USA, Food Network Canada, and in more than a dozen other countries around the world.

He is also the author of the bestselling cookbook of the same name, wherein he shares recipes from the most daring, delicious, and inventive street food that can be found anywhere.

He has been featured on many national and international network television shows, including Last Comic Standing, Just for Laughs and Comedy Now. When not filming, he can be found performing at comedy clubs and corporate shows everywhere.

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OUR AWARDS ANNOUNCER

Devi Richards Devi Richards, C.E.T. has been an OACETT member for ten years and is an active Association volunteer. She currently holds the position of secretary-treasurer for the Central Region and serves on the Complaints Committee. In addition, she sits on the Board of Directors as the Ontario representative for Technology Accreditation Canada.

A lifelong learner, Devi has obtained credentials as a professional project manager, completed training in leadership studies with UOIT and is currently pursuing credentials as a Facilities Management Professional.

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EVENING PROGRAM Introductions Grace First Course Presentations

Publications Awards

Dr. Godfrey Onwubolu, PhD, C.Eng., P.Eng.

Dr. Farzad Rayegani, PhD, P.Eng., Fellow of Engineers Canada

Hargurdeep Singh

Michael F. Wildman, C.E.T.

Distinguished Service Awards

Martine Band

Devy Breda, C.E.T.

William J. Climie, C.E.T.

James Witmer, C.E.T.

Outstanding Community Service Awards

Clifford Bruton, C.E.T.

Dugal MacDermaid, A.Sc.T.

Second Course

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Presentations

Women in Engineering Technology Award Amanda Huxter, A.Sc.T.

Outstanding Educator Awards

Jim Catton

Ronald N. Cherchuk, C.E.T., P.Eng.

Mark Henning

Gilles Laroche, C.E.T.

John R. Rosebush, C.E.T.

George Burwash Langford Memorial Awards

Richard Bailey, C.E.T.

Geoffrey Holman, C.E.T.

Alfred Leber, C.E.T.

George R. Torok, C.E.T.

Thomas William Hopson Memorial Medal Alan Lietz, C.E.T.

Outstanding Technical Achievement Awards

Tomasz Bis

Posera-HDX Ltd.

Honorary Membership Award

Hillary Tedoldi, CAE

Life Membership Awards

David Holmes, C.E.T.

Dennis Paganin, C.E.T.

David Saunders, C.E.T.

Closing Remarks

Recognizing Excellence in Engineering and Applied Science Technology 7

PUBLICATIONS AWARD The award is granted to an individual or group to recognize his/her/their authorship of an outstanding featurelength article, paper or work that was published during the relevant year.

In recognition of outstanding authorship of the feature article “Cost Optimization of FDM Additive Manufactured Parts.”

Together, Dr. Godfrey Onwubolu, Dr. Farzad Rayegani and Hargurdeep Singh authored “Cost Optimization of FDM Additive Manufactured Parts,” an article that explores how to generate the most cost-savings benefit from using the fused deposition modelling (FDM) printing process in the production of complex machine parts. The paper, presented at the American Society of Mechanical Engineers 2014 International Mechanical Engineering Congress & Exposition, describes experiments carried out on an FDM modelling machine, the results of which allow users to determine the process parameters that will minimize their manufacturing cost.

Dr. Godfrey Onwubolu, PhD, C.Eng., P.Eng. Professor, CAD, Additive Manufacturing, Inductive Modeling Sheridan Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning Brampton Dr. Godfrey Onwubolu is a professor at the Sheridan Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning at Sheridan College whose primary area of research is Additive Manufacturing, integrating computer-aided design, additive manufacturing and inductive modelling. He is the author of more than 140 papers in international journals/conference proceedings, as well as 10 textbooks, and a recipient of the Vice Chancellor’s Award.

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Dr. Farzad Rayegani, PhD, P.Eng., Fellow of Engineers Canada Associate Dean, Professor, School of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering and Technology, Sheridan College Dr. Farzad Rayegani has been a full-time professor in Sheridan’s Faculty of Applied Science and Technology since 2004. Currently he is associate dean of the School of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering and Technology, and director of the Centre for Advanced Manufacturing and Design Technologies where he has helped Sheridan support over a dozen local and regional small and medium-sized enterprises who are struggling with limited availability of technological, human, financial and management resources.

Hargurdeep Singh 3D Printing Business Development Specialist The Printing House (TPH) Member Since 2013 - Brampton Hargurdeep Singh, an associate member and former student representative on OACETT’s Council, is currently working as the 3D printing business development specialist at The Printing House and is known to many as the “3D printing guru.” He is a recipient of the Indo-Canada Chamber of Commerce’s Young Achievers Award, the founder/past-president of the Sheridan Engineering Association and a director on OACETT’s 9 Peel Chapter executive.

PUBLICATIONS AWARD

Michael F. Wildman, C.E.T. Chief Administrative Officer, The Town Of Arnprior Member Since 1988 - Ottawa Michael Wildman authored a feature article entitled “Coping in Today’s Fiscal Reality” which was published in the Association of Municipal Managers, Clerks and Treasurers’ magazine, Municipal Monitor, and which highlights strategies for municipalities to cope with today’s financial pressures.

Michael’s article elevates the profile of OACETT members by demonstrating how members can have a positive influence on how towns and cities across the province enhance their financial plans by linking to Asset Management Plans (AMPs). The article identifies losses in provincial and federal infrastructure grants that have caused local governments to reinvent the ways they manage and carry out their financial planning.

The author stresses the importance of adopting AMPs and Public Sector Accounting Board Tangible Capital Asset plans to better inform infrastructure plans and municipal financial plans.

Michael was invited by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing to speak at the Ontario East Municipal Conference in 2014 about the strategies included in the article - many of which have been put in place at the Town of Arnprior - due to the province’s acknowledgement of his successes in this field.

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DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD The award is granted to an individual who has distinguished himself/herself in the service of the association on a voluntary, salaried or elected basis.

Martine Band Associate General Counsel, Ontario Energy Board Martine Band was a member of OACETT Council from 20042015. Her business knowledge and experience have been invaluable over the years as Council discussed and debated various issues for the betterment of the Association and its members. In addition to providing insightful, consistent sound advice at Council, she has served as chair or a member of several committees considering such contentious and important matters as mandatory professional liability and self-regulation. She has also been an active participant in several external committees, including Professional Engineers Ontario’s committee examining the Licensed Engineering Technologist limited licence.

Martine was the chair of the provisional national Technology Accreditation Canada (TAC) Board. During this time she led the board in the successful development and drafting of the Association’s bylaws, finalized operating structures, implemented best-in-class audit procedures and led the Association in the development of its world class national accreditation program that is in operation today.

All of these accomplishments were completed despite significant full-time job responsibilities as associate general counsel for the Ontario Energy Board, which she joined in 2004 after a career in private practice that, in later years, focused on energy and related corporate/commercial and regulatory law.

She has contributed greatly to OACETT and TAC and has earned the respect and admiration of fellow Council members and staff.

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DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD

Devy Breda, C.E.T. Audiovisual Systems Designer, Crossey Engineering Ltd. Member Since 1981 - Mississauga In recognition of his volunteer service with the OACETT Peel Chapter.

As an active member of OACETT for 33 years, Devy Breda has contributed to the advancement of the Association and the Peel Chapter. His unwavering contributions to chapter activities have remained consistent over the years. He has been instrumental in organizing seminars, tours and other events for the chapter and has held various positions within the Peel Chapter executive, including chair, vice-chair and secretary. He also organizes and participates in OACETT’s John A. Alton Memorial Hockey Tournament.

An entrepreneurial individual with extensive experience in low voltage systems integration and technologies, Devy is profoundly knowledgeable and passionate about professional audio-visual systems implementation and applications. He has worked with numerous architects and design and construction professionals in the design (CAD and specification writing) and management of audio visual systems projects for various facilities including conference and convention centres, corporate training rooms, houses of worship, governmental facilities, stadiums, arenas, entertainment complexes, industrial plants, museums and cultural centres and airports.

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William J. Climie, C.E.T. Owner and Technical Writer, Technical Communications Services Member Since 1965 - London In recognition of his dedication to promoting the value of certification to potential members, industry and the public.

Through his extensive volunteer work and commitment, William Climie has benefitted the Essex Chapter, the Western Region and the entire OACETT organization.

He has provided many years of excellent and commendable volunteer service for the advancement of the Association in different capacities, such as college liaison, chapter chair and member of the Complaints Committee.

He has devoted 20 years to mentoring technology college graduates toward achieving OACETT certification, and in 2003 he received the Blake H. Goodings Memorial Award in recognition of an innovative mentoring program he developed for Essex Chapter members. William also received the Lifetime Membership Award in 2008, one of the highest honours that OACETT can bestow upon any member.

William recently authored the e-book Easy Guide for Certification of Engineering Technician &Technologist, and he continues to lead OACETT information sessions for public awareness of OACETT benefits and encourages graduates to become members.

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DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD

James Witmer, C.E.T. Retired Member Since 1983 - Petersburg In recognition of outstanding volunteer service to the Association.

James Witmer is currently retired after 33+ years of municipal service at the City of Kitchener. During the last year he held the title of director of operations as well as interim deputy CAO of the Infrastructure Services department.

James has provided many years of excellent volunteer service and expertise, assisting various task groups established by OACETT to develop position papers on complex policy issues.

He has contributed significantly to such major policy initiatives as developing OACETT’s formal submission and presentation to the provincial inquiry established by the provincial government to provide recommendations to improve building and public safety following the collapse of the Algo Centre Mall in Elliot Lake. He has also served as a committee member on the OACETT Task Force that investigated and made recommendations to Council on self-regulation for the profession, as well as served as a member on a PEO committee that evaluated the merits of establishing the Licensed Engineering Technologist designation.

In 2001, he received OACETT’s George Burwash Langford Memorial Award for bringing recognition and credit to his profession.

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OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD The award is granted to an individual to recognize outstanding voluntary service within the wider community.

Clifford Bruton, C.E.T. Manager of Occupational Health and Safety Oshawa PUC Networks Inc. Member Since 1983 - Oshawa In recognition of a career dedicated to preventing electrical injuries throughout Ontario.

Cliff Bruton has provided electrical education to the community in Oshawa for more than two decades, through school programs and education of first responders. Cliff has impacted the electrical community through his involvement on provincial committees and the Infrastructure Health and Safety Association of Ontario.

He has been a member of the electrical utility industry since 1981, working for Toronto Hydro, Ontario Hydro and, currently, Oshawa PUC Networks Inc., where he has held the position of manager of occupational health and safety since January 2003.

Using his electrical expertise, Cliff has made a positive improvement in electrical safety awareness within Oshawa and the province of Ontario. His positive manner and attention to detail have made him a respected member of the electrical safety community.

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OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD

Dugal MacDermaid, A.Sc.T. Eastern District Stations, Measurement and Corrosion Manager, Union Gas Limited Member Since 2003 - Newburgh In recognition of his outstanding community service.

Dugal MacDermaid has distinguished himself as a genuine and tireless community volunteer and leader. In addition to volunteering for two local food banks and two charities, he has established himself as a true champion as the chair of the Union Gas United Way Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington (KFL & A) workplace campaign for the past three years.

He works tirelessly in creating diverse and innovative prizes and activities to raise funds for various groups, including draws, a golf tournament, chili cook-off and two custom oak end tables that he built.

By leveraging technology, Dugal was able to effectively communicate and influence a host of diverse audiences across Union Gas’ satellite offices, making the 2013 campaign a resounding success with record participation levels and donations.

In recognition of his dedication and hard work, in 2012 United Way of KFL & A awarded Dugal with a Volunteer Appreciation Award. As a result of his ability to co-ordinate strategic and successful campaigns, he was invited to share his campaign model at a training session in 2013 to a room of 25 campaign co-ordinators.

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WOMEN IN ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY AWARD The award is granted to a certified OACETT member to recognize her outstanding technical achievement in engineering/applied science technology.

Amanda Huxter, A.Sc.T. Environmental Specialist, Covanta Energy The Durham York Energy Centre in Courtice (New Energy From Waste Facility) Member Since 1996 - Oshawa In recognition of her volunteerism and contribution to advancing women in technology.

Amanda Huxter has represented women in technology through her many accolades and achievements. They include receiving the Durham College Silver Medal (highest grade point average in third year in Environmental Studies), the Emma Kassinger Memorial Award (highest grade point average in second year) and the Chemical Society of Canada Award (highest achievement in chemistry in second year). She works hard within her field to promote and encourage opportunities for women in technology, especially the environmental field.

Amanda is currently the Women in Technology representative for the Durham Chapter and eagerly assists women within her profession to achieve their goals. She has supervised and mentored numerous field placements for environmental students throughout the years, many of whom are women.

She is the current chair of Durham College’s Environmental Technology Program Advisory Committee. Her involvement has helped ensure that the program remains current, relevant and meets the needs of the students and their future employers.

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OUTSTANDING EDUCATOR AWARD The award is granted to an individual who has made a significant contribution to the education and training of engineering/applied science technicians and technologists. It recognizes a sustained record of excellence over many years, and not for one specific year or singular accomplishment.

Jim Catton Technical Writer Program Co-ordinator Applied Science and Environmental Technology, Algonquin College In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the education of future technicians and technologists.

Jim Catton started his career as a technical writer at the Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH) in Toronto. While at the PMH, Jim worked closely with oncologists, nurses, and radiation technologists to write user guides, tutorials, patient care manuals, courseware for professional development and journal articles in medical education.

Jim moved to Ottawa in 1997 to accept a position as a lead technical writer at Corel Corporation. At Corel, he developed training materials, technical marketing documents, white papers and user guides for all of Corel’s products.

In 2001, Jim accepted a full-time position as the co-ordinator of the Technical Writer program at Algonquin College. He has, since that time, taught in the School of Advanced Technology where he engages engineering technicians and technologists in the finer points of workplace writing. As a specialization, he currently oversees the third-year project report-writing courses in the Mechanical Engineering Technology program.

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Ronald N. Cherchuk, C.E.T., P.Eng. Professor, Engineering Physics, School of Applied Technology, Humber College Member Since 1975 - Brampton In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the education of future engineering technicians and technologists.

Ronald Cherchuk has taught engineering and architectural courses at colleges and universities for more than 25 years. Currently, he teaches engineering physics at Humber College. He has published more than 60 e-books in engineering physics, construction estimation, college mathematics, design and land navigation.

At Ryerson Polytechnic University, he taught math, soil mechanics, fluid mechanics, statics, strength of materials, construction estimation, thermodynamics, building science, project management and statistics for engineers and business students among others.

At Seneca College, he taught civil engineering technology courses and courses for candidates applying to become professional engineers.

As an educator who values the importance of standards, Ron has been a member of OACETT’s Examination Committee for approximately 25 years and has devoted countless hours to setting study guides and comprehensive exams for members. He has supported OACETT standards and has promoted and helped many students in becoming members of OACETT.

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OUTSTANDING EDUCATOR AWARD

Mark Henning Professor, School of Applied Science and Technology, Fanshawe College, London In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the education of future technicians and technologists.

Mark Henning is a mathematics professor who began his career at Fanshawe College in the Math department 35 years ago and became the mathematics co-ordinator for many years. He has since moved to the Faculty of Technology.

Mark participated in the Math Committee at Fanshawe, the mandate of which it is to ensure that the programs of instruction include relevant mathematics courses that build technical competencies in the workplace.

He is a very well-respected faculty member who is committed to academic quality and to the success of his students. He is recognized as a leader through his contributions to the preparation of Fanshawe graduates for the world of work and for his compassion in his relationship with students.

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Gilles Laroche, C.E.T. Coordinator - Civil Engineering Technician, Niagara College Member Since 1985 - St. Catharines In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the education of future engineering technicians and technologists.

Gilles Laroche worked for the City of Scarborough in the Public Works department for 12 years where he advanced through the ranks to CAD designer and project manager. During his time at Scarborough, he was part of the transition from manual design drafting to CAD, and helped implement many of the CAD standards used by the municipality.

Gilles has been teaching at Niagara College in the Construction Engineering Technology program since 1997, specializing in CAD training for the building construction and municipal infrastructure sectors. He is currently the co-ordinator of the Civil Engineering Technician program.

Gilles has also been a strong supporter of OACETT, not only serving on the executive of the Niagara Chapter and as a college liaison for many years, but also promoting the benefits of membership and certification to his students.

In 2013, he received the Niagara Engineering Week Award of Merit.

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OUTSTANDING EDUCATOR AWARD

John R. Rosebush, C.E.T. Coordinator, Building Science Program, School of Building Sciences, Loyalist College Member Since 1981 - Belleville In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the education of future engineering technicians and technologists.

John Rosebush began working at Loyalist College in 1985 as a full-time lab technologist and soon he became a full-time professor in the Building Science School and is currently the program co-ordinator for Building Science (civil, construction and survey).

As a full-time professor, John is dedicated to the students and their learning and to ensuring that they get a good mixture of class and lab time.

According to his students, John’s classes are hard but clear and interesting. He understands the different challenges students are faced with when they return to college after being away from a structured learning environment and offers them guidance and support to help them along the way. He is enthusiastic about promoting OACETT’s membership and certification to his students.

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GEORGE BURWASH LANGFORD MEMORIAL AWARD The award is granted to a member who has distinguished him/herself in their career, and thereby brought recognition and credit to the profession of engineering/applied science technology.

Richard Bailey, C.E.T. Instrumentation Supervisor, Vale Canada Ltd. Port Colborne Refinery Member Since 1982 - St. Catharines In recognition of his excellence in the field of instrumentation.

Richard Bailey started as an apprentice in 1971 and became a first-class technician with a career spanning over 42 years in the instrumentation field.

Since 2009, he has worked for Inco at the Port Colborne refinery where, after several promotions, he currently holds the position of instrumentation supervisor.

Richard has taught various courses at Niagara College, including instrumentation, electrical, instrumentation principles (a course he developed) and programmable logic controllers.

His technical achievements include a major “turnkey� system upgrade from single loop control to a PLC/HMI control system for a cobalt hydrate plant and a cobalt refinery plant.

The scope of work for these projects required extensive design, programming, equipment ordering, startup and debugging and supervision of contractors and other trades over a period of three years.

He has contributed his in-depth knowledge to many new instrumentation technicians over the years to promote his field and certification with OACETT. He received the Anthony A. Woods Award of Excellence, in 2014, from the Ontario Building Envelope Council.

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GEORGE BURWASH LANGFORD MEMORIAL AWARD

Geoffrey Holman, C.E.T. Director of Municipal Works, City of Niagara Falls Member Since 1985 - St. Catharines In recognition of outstanding professionalism and leadership within an organization.

Geoff Holman provides departmental leadership as the director of Municipal Works in activities that range from project administration and budget preparation to construction completion. He manages all aspects of the department, from capital projects to operations, as well as being involved in new development projects. He has also been involved in major improvement projects such as the City Museum expansion and renovation, City Bus Terminal, Scotiabank Convention Centre, as well as the various Master Plan update studies.

Geoff attends various meetings representing the City, including Public Works Officials, Water Smart Advisory Group and Association of Municipalities Ontario. He performs acting CAO responsibilities and regularly plays a key role in the political environment as a senior staff member in a municipal government.

Geoff has combined his technical background, business sensibility, fairness and people skills to become a leader in his field, and manages to devise solutions for difficult situations in a politically sensitive arena.

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Alfred Leber, C.E.T. CEO, LRI Engineering Inc. Member Since 1980 - Toronto In recognition of advancement of fire protection engineering.

Alfred Leber has created and developed the largest fire and life safety engineering company in Canada. He has provided many contributions to international fire protection standards since 1984 and has acted as a guest lecturer at the Canadian Fire Safety Association, National Fire Prevention Symposium, Society of Fire Protection Engineers, University of Toronto, and many others.

Alfred has provided numerous innovative designs and developments in fire protection engineering in Canada. This can be seen through the many boards and memberships he serves, including acting as Canadian chair on the Committee on Equipment for Fire Protection and Fire Fighting, chair of Fire Alarm and Life Safety Equipment and Systems Main Committee and Canadian co-chair of NEMA/NAFTA Life Safety Standards Harmonization.

His greatest achievement has been the advancement of Fire Protection Engineering (FPE) in Canada. Under his direction and mentorship, the field of FPE is now a more integral part of construction projects in Canada. He has had a direct and positive influence on fire safety throughout Canada and internationally.

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GEORGE BURWASH LANGFORD MEMORIAL AWARD

George R. Torok, C.E.T. Building Science Specialist and Project Manager, Façade Engineering Team, Morrison Hershfield Ltd. Member Since 1995 - Nepean In recognition of his years of service in building science engineering and career excellence.

George Torok is a building science specialist and project manager in Morrison Hershfield’s Ottawa office and a member of the company-wide Façade Engineering Group. He is actively involved in research and development of fenestration systems, reporting findings through technical papers, presentations and training courses to various industry and client groups and participating in development of practice standards.

George is technical advisor to the Siding and Window Dealers Association of Canada (SAWDAC) and auditor of SAWDAC’s training course for the new CSA Fenestration Installation Technician Level 1 certification program.

His latest research and development presentations include “OBC SB-12, Green Energy Act and Windows” and “Selection of Low-e Coated Glass for older Residential High Rise Apartment Buildings in Canada.”

George is also a board member of the Building Envelope Council and is actively involved in OACETT’s Ottawa Chapter functions.

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THOMAS WILLIAM HOPSON MEMORIAL MEDAL The medal is granted to an individual or group to recognize work of a technological nature and which is directed towards the service and betterment of humanity. It must be worthy of the accolade “for distinguished service to humankind through the application of engineering technology.”

Alan Lietz, C.E.T. Operator, Ontario Clean Water Agency Member Since 1998 - Mississauga In recognition of his dedication and efforts in improving GlobalMedic’s disaster response capacity.

Alan Lietz began his career in the engineering department of various municipalities before moving into operations. His undertakings include a six-month term in Afghanistan where he worked to ensure there was a constant supply of clean water for the troops in Camp Juliann.

While working with the Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA), Alan became involved in the Corporate Sociality Responsibility (CSR) program, which itself became involved with GlobalMedic and their Water Bucket program. When approached by GlobalMedic to help improve the water bucket drilling template, Alan not only improved on the template but built a system for drilling buckets. Those improvements saved time and resources; improved water quality; and reduced bucket breakage and leakage.

Alan spent three weeks in Nepal as an emergency responder, providing clean, accessible water to some of the thousands left homeless by the massive earthquake. One of his major accomplishments was rehabilitating the Kathmandu Hospital’s water system, including its Reverse Osmosis unit, distribution system and storage tanks.

Alan’s dedication and selfless efforts motivate and push others to higher levels of achievement as he leads through personal example and mentoring and educating others.

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OUTSTANDING TECHNICAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD The award is granted to an individual, business firm, crown corporation, government agency, association, research and development agency, educational institution, or individual entrepreneur to recognize outstanding technical achievement in engineering/applied science technology.

Tomasz Bis Chief Design Technologist National Steel Car Limited - Ancaster In recognition of technological advancement designs within multiple industries.

Tomasz Bis has been an outstanding contributor to the technological field over the past 35 years. With more than 40 Canadian and American international patents granted or pending, he has made significant contributions to transportation design.

After emigrating from Europe, he began working for National Steel Car Limited, where he remained for 24 years. He has contributed greatly to many projects and advancements within his company through his own professional development. One notable achievement was the creation of the retractable container stop and guide assembly, which was a design that eventually became industry standard and was licensed out to various transportation organizations.

Tomasz is currently employed as a chief design technologist at National Steel Car where he plays a major role in inventing, developing and improving products. He is an independent thinker and enjoys providing practical engineering solutions to a variety of challenging problems.

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Posera-HDX Ltd. Toronto In recognition of providing innovative point of sale software and management tools to the restaurant industry.

Posera-HDX Ltd. is a Canadian-based company that develops and deploys touchscreen point of sale (POS) software and associated enterprise management tools. Through a decade of POS software evolution, Posera-HDX has striven to achieve the best cost/performance offerings at a competitive price in the industry.

Over ten years, Posera-HDX has put incredible work into each and every product they designed—in many cases, from the ground up. Other products are integrated to give users increased value. As a developer of POS software and management tools, PoseraHDX has striven for, and achieved, technical success.

Posera-HDX offerings, over the years, include Fingertips POS, Maitre’D POS, HyperVision and HyperScheduler. They have offered their customers service and integration solutions with regard to security systems, reporting, RFID payment, gift card and loyalty programs, integrated credit and debit and scheduling.

Clients who have come to rely on Posera-HDX’s technological expertise include Wendy’s, Dairy Queen, Orange Julius and Tim Horton’s.

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HONORARY MEMBERSHIP AWARD The award is granted to a non-member who has made a significant contribution to the building of the association, to the fulfillment of its objectives, or to the development of the profession of engineering/applied science technology.

Hillary Tedoldi, CAE Chief Administration Officer and Secretary-Treasurer, OACETT In recognition of her commitment and outstanding contribution to the Association.

To most people, Hillary Tedoldi is known as Ms. OACETT. She has been with OACETT for 31 years and is currently the Association’s chief administration officer and secretary treasurer.

Hillary has been the driving force behind operational efficiency and having consistent policies and guidelines in place to remain relevant for our members and, at the same time, to ensure financial stability.

She has excelled at board governance for the Association and has guided OACETT’s board members in their deliberations to make sound decisions on behalf of the Association. Effective talent management is a priority for Hillary and, as a result, OACETT has a talented, dedicated and committed employee base all working together for the betterment of the Association.

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LIFE MEMBERSHIP AWARD The award is granted to a member who has served the association for many years in an exceptional manner.

David Holmes, C.E.T. Consultant Member Since 1961- Aurora In recognition of his dedication and commitment to OACETT. David Holmes is no stranger to OACETT and has played an active role in making OACETT what it is today. David was an employee of OACETT from 1987 to 2000. His first position was associate registrar, then registrar, followed by a promotion to assistant executive director in 1996. He was committed to having certification standards in place that would be recognized and acknowledged within the industry for years to come. His employees valued his ethics, hard work and his dedication to them and the Association.

David is known for his passion in working with youth, whether it was working with them through the Boy Scouts or the many college students he encouraged to become certified.

His motto was always the same: “work to be the best you can be.�

David continued to be an active volunteer with OACETT after his retirement. This included participation on the Education and Exam Committee, being an examiner and a board member of the Ontario Architects Association and the OACETT board. He played a lead role in the Awards Gala over the years and he is recognized for this enthusiasm when announcing each recipients accomplishments.

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LIFE MEMBERSHIP AWARD

Dennis Paganin, C.E.T. Electrical Supervisor, Vale Canada Ltd., Port Colborne Refinery Member Since 1983 - Niagara Falls In recognition of his dedication and commitment to the Association.

Dennis Paganin has served in various capacities during his 33 years as member of the Association. He has received such distinguished recognitions as the 15 Year Volunteer Service Award, George Burwash Langford Memorial Award and Outstanding Educator Award.

Dennis has also written several technical articles on a wide range of topics, including “The Manufacturing of Engine Blocks at General Motors,” “Design and Implementation of Industrial Based Fire Alarm Systems” and “Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers.”

Dennis has consistently applied his experience and credibility to the service and betterment of the engineering technology profession.

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David Saunders, C.E.T. Principal, D. Saunders Consulting Member Since 1995 - Huntsville In recognition of his dedication and commitment to the Association at the national, provincial and chapter levels.

David Saunders has served the Association in many different capacities since first becoming a member in 1995. He has given unselfishly of his time and expertise to OACETT and always with the goal to improve the Association.

David has served the Association in several roles over the years, including president, president-elect and PASB councillor, as well as through his active participation in various OACETT committees.

During his term as OACETT president, he was the driving force behind the comprehensive review of OACETT by-laws and governance polices. The result was an improved and workable governance model, which is known as Bylaw 19, and clear and concise terms of reference for each of the individual boards and policies.

David is currently a director on the George and Carol Fletcher Foundation, a member of the Nominating Committee and an active MPP Link member.

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SPONSORS Proud Sponsors of OACETT’s 2015 Provincial Honours and Awards Gold Sponsor

Bronze Sponsor

Supporter

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APPLIED DREAMS.

OACETT COUNCIL Bob van den Berg, C.E.T.

President

Stephen Morley, C.E.T.

Past-President

Gregory Miller, C.E.T.

President-Elect

Kim Pickett, C.E.T.

Vice-President, PASB

Vincent Le Faive, C.E.T., CBET(c)

Vice-President, IETO

Mark Gatenby, C.E.T.

PASB Councillor - Central Region

Kathiravel Karunananthan, C.E.T., rcji

IETO Councillor - Central Region

Shawn Wessel, A.Sc.T., rcji

PASB Councillor - Eastern Region

Rosanna Baggs, C.E.T.

IETO Councillor - Eastern Region

Ken Browne, C.E.T.

PASB Councillor - Horseshoe Region

Cam Johnston, C.E.T., rcca

IETO Councillor - Horseshoe Region

Andy Dryland, C.E.T.

PASB Councillor - Northern Region

Bruce Elliott, C.E.T.

IETO Councillor - Northern Region

Steve Barnes, C.E.T.

PASB Councillor - Toronto Region

David Crowder, C.E.T.

IETO Councillor - Toronto Region

Shervin Reyhani, C.E.T.

PASB Councillor - Western Region

Christopher van Dop, C.E.T.

IETO Councillor - Western Region

Lori Cornwall

Public Representative

Misheck Mwaba

Heads of Technology Representative

Changiz Sadr, C.E.T., P.Eng.

PEO Representative

Andre Sherman, C.E.T., OAA

OAA Representative

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COMMITTEE & STAFF Provincial Honours and Awards Committee Kenneth Browne, C.E.T.

Chair

Christopher Ellerton A.Sc.T.

Executive Member

Arjun Rana, C.E.T.

Executive Member

Christopher van Dop, C.E.T.

Executive Member

Sharron Leonard

Director, Professional Affairs and Services

Ana Sierra

Marketing Specialist, Professional Affairs and Services

OACETT Senior Staff David Thomson

Chief Executive Officer

Hillary Tedoldi, CAE

Chief Administrative Officer

Sharron Leonard, MBA

Director, Professional Affairs and Services

Barbara Chappell, M.A.

Director, Institute of Engineering Technology Ontario

Gordon Masters, CAE

Director, Government Affairs

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