2023 Year in Review
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Dear ACEC-NB Members,
As we approach the end of the year, we want to reflect on the remarkable achievements and progress we've made together in 2023. ACEC-NB remains committed to advocating for a stronger business climate for our members, and we are proud to share some highlights of our accomplishments over the past year. CELEBRATING ENGINEERING EXCELLENCE In 2023, we recognized the outstanding achievements of five New Brunswick consulting engineering firms through the Engineering Excellence Awards. Congratulations to all the winners, and a special acknowledgment to CBCL Limited for receiving the Pinnacle award for the Trans Aqua Wastewater Treatment Facility Upgrade to Biological Treatment for Greater Moncton. |
To learn more about all of the winning projects and individual awards presented you can view all the videos here.
Save the date for the 2024 Awards on May 2nd at the Delta Fredericton, with submission details available early in the new year.
2023 Webinars and Professional Development
Our commitment to professional development continued with engaging webinars throughout the year. Topics included Inclusive Leadership, Managing Mental Health at Work, Performance Management, and Leading by Living Above the Line. Your participation in these sessions contributes to the growth and knowledge enhancement of our community.
Annual Golf Tournament
Our annual golf tournament held in September in Fredericton was a tremendous success, providing a fantastic networking opportunity for the 50 golfers who participated. We extend our gratitude to all sponsors and participants for making it a memorable day.
Save the date for the 2024 Awards on May 2nd at the Delta Fredericton, with submission details available early in the new year.
2023 Webinars and Professional Development
Our commitment to professional development continued with engaging webinars throughout the year. Topics included Inclusive Leadership, Managing Mental Health at Work, Performance Management, and Leading by Living Above the Line. Your participation in these sessions contributes to the growth and knowledge enhancement of our community.
Annual Golf Tournament
Our annual golf tournament held in September in Fredericton was a tremendous success, providing a fantastic networking opportunity for the 50 golfers who participated. We extend our gratitude to all sponsors and participants for making it a memorable day.
OUR Future Leaders Group CONTINUES TO GROW!
The Future Leaders group has thrived, thanks to the support of sponsors and volunteers. The 2023 Habitat for Humanity Future Leaders Build Day was a success, showcasing the commitment of our future industry leaders.
The Future Leaders group has thrived, thanks to the support of sponsors and volunteers. The 2023 Habitat for Humanity Future Leaders Build Day was a success, showcasing the commitment of our future industry leaders.
The Future Leaders group also held a successful professional development session on the same day as our AGM and Awards dinner in May. The session was moderated by Adroit Solutions and focused on Workplace Resilience, thanks to Englobe for sponsoring this important session. The Future Leaders group is planning another workshop with the same group on May 2nd, 2024, stay tuned for more details, coming soon.
Advocacy
As a member of ACEC-NB you are automatically a member of ACEC-Canada
Our advocacy efforts, both locally and nationally, have been steadfast. We are actively addressing concerns related to the Official Languages Requirements for Tender Documents. ACEC-NB, as a member of ACEC-Canada, is playing a pivotal role in raising awareness and engaging with relevant authorities on this matter. We are committed to ensuring that the concerns of consulting engineering firms are heard and addressed.
Official Languages Requirements for Tender Documents
Following the release of a new procurement policy in 2022 that requires all engineering and architectural documents prepared for federal government tenders to be submitted in both official languages, ACEC has been quick to raise concerns about its unintended consequences—notably, that it precludes many consulting engineering firms from participating in federal procurement, while also increasing risk of higher costs, delays, and commercial and professional liability. Furthermore, it will severely diminish the federal government's capacity to deliver on its capital programs.
ACEC has twice met with the office of the Public Services and Procurement Minister on this issue and continues to engage with relevant departments. Further, as we have not yet seen the government’s often-promised public consultation on this new policy, ACEC commissioned its own third-party, independent research to study its impacts on engineering firms. The research was completed in the fall, and ACEC plans to present the results to government officials during a meeting on December 18, so they understand the magnitude of the problems created by the new requirements.
You can see a summary of the results here.
ACEC CANADA PARLIAMENT HILL DAY
On October 19th, 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.
Advocacy
As a member of ACEC-NB you are automatically a member of ACEC-Canada
Our advocacy efforts, both locally and nationally, have been steadfast. We are actively addressing concerns related to the Official Languages Requirements for Tender Documents. ACEC-NB, as a member of ACEC-Canada, is playing a pivotal role in raising awareness and engaging with relevant authorities on this matter. We are committed to ensuring that the concerns of consulting engineering firms are heard and addressed.
Official Languages Requirements for Tender Documents
Following the release of a new procurement policy in 2022 that requires all engineering and architectural documents prepared for federal government tenders to be submitted in both official languages, ACEC has been quick to raise concerns about its unintended consequences—notably, that it precludes many consulting engineering firms from participating in federal procurement, while also increasing risk of higher costs, delays, and commercial and professional liability. Furthermore, it will severely diminish the federal government's capacity to deliver on its capital programs.
ACEC has twice met with the office of the Public Services and Procurement Minister on this issue and continues to engage with relevant departments. Further, as we have not yet seen the government’s often-promised public consultation on this new policy, ACEC commissioned its own third-party, independent research to study its impacts on engineering firms. The research was completed in the fall, and ACEC plans to present the results to government officials during a meeting on December 18, so they understand the magnitude of the problems created by the new requirements.
You can see a summary of the results here.
ACEC CANADA PARLIAMENT HILL DAY
On October 19th, 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.
ACEC-NB’s Executive Director, Christy Cunningham met with Saint John-Rothesay MP Wayne Long.
ENGAGING WITH STRATEGIC STAKEHOLDERSRegular meetings with the New Brunswick Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (NBDTI) and Defence Construction Canada (DCC) have allowed us to discuss mutual interests and strengthen our ongoing relationship. These engagements contribute to our collective effort in advancing strategic issues and maintaining a positive business environment.
As we look ahead to 2024, we remain focused on advancing our strategic initiatives and advocating for the best interests of the consulting engineering industry. Our new 2022-2025 strategic plan provides a roadmap for the year ahead.
THE YEAR AHEAD
As we look ahead to 2024, we remain focused on advancing our strategic initiatives and advocating for the best interests of the consulting engineering industry. You can read our 2022-2025 strategic plan here.
Thank you to the board of ACEC-NB:
Christine Plourde- Past- President Daniel Houghton - Director
Peter Allaby – President Jason Young - Director
Richard Smith – Vice-President Philippe Landry - Director
Tim Dulenty – Treasurer Katie Gillis – Future Leaders Representative
Ben Coles – ACEC Canada Rep. Denis Gallant - Ex-oficio Director
Finally, we want to recognize that we are a member supported association, we want to thank all our members for their support which makes all that ACEC-NB does possible!
ENGAGING WITH STRATEGIC STAKEHOLDERSRegular meetings with the New Brunswick Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (NBDTI) and Defence Construction Canada (DCC) have allowed us to discuss mutual interests and strengthen our ongoing relationship. These engagements contribute to our collective effort in advancing strategic issues and maintaining a positive business environment.
As we look ahead to 2024, we remain focused on advancing our strategic initiatives and advocating for the best interests of the consulting engineering industry. Our new 2022-2025 strategic plan provides a roadmap for the year ahead.
THE YEAR AHEAD
As we look ahead to 2024, we remain focused on advancing our strategic initiatives and advocating for the best interests of the consulting engineering industry. You can read our 2022-2025 strategic plan here.
Thank you to the board of ACEC-NB:
Christine Plourde- Past- President Daniel Houghton - Director
Peter Allaby – President Jason Young - Director
Richard Smith – Vice-President Philippe Landry - Director
Tim Dulenty – Treasurer Katie Gillis – Future Leaders Representative
Ben Coles – ACEC Canada Rep. Denis Gallant - Ex-oficio Director
Finally, we want to recognize that we are a member supported association, we want to thank all our members for their support which makes all that ACEC-NB does possible!
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Wishing you all a joyful holiday season and a prosperous New Year!
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Wishing you all a joyful holiday season and a prosperous New Year!
