WSP in Canada

We were thrilled to have Jennifer Verellen, P.Eng., IntPE, Senior Vice-President of Transportation Systems, deliver an insightful speaking engagement at the 37th Annual Energy and Environment Forum. Vibha Gupta, Vice-President of Power, expertly moderated a panel on "Moving Forward with Innovation & Sustainability." Key discussions at the event included the path to net zero buildings, expanding transit options to/from the airport, including light rail and regional rail services, and the future of low-emission flight.  Proud to see our team at the forefront of #SustainableInnovation. #WeAreWSP 

Happy #CanadaDay!  Today, we proudly celebrate not only our roots in Quebec City, where WSP was founded in 1959, but also the incredible people who make Canada extraordinary. As one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms, we are grateful for our team members and communities from coast to coast who inspire us every day. Your dedication, creativity, and passion drive our success and contribute to the innovation and development of our great nation. Let’s honor our heritage, embrace our future, and cherish the diverse and vibrant communities that make Canada unique. _______________________ Joyeuse #FêteduCanada! Aujourd'hui, nous célébrons avec fierté non seulement nos racines à Québec, où WSP a été fondée en 1959, mais aussi les personnes incroyables qui rendent le Canada extraordinaire. En tant que l'une des principales entreprises mondiales de services d'ingénierie et de services professionnels, nous sommes reconnaissants envers nos membres d'équipe et nos communautés d'un océan à l'autre qui nous inspirent chaque jour. Votre dévouement, votre créativité et votre passion sont les moteurs de notre succès et contribuent à l'innovation et au développement de notre grand pays. Honorons notre héritage, embrassons notre avenir et chérissons les communautés diverses et dynamiques qui rendent le Canada unique. 

Join us in congratulating our esteemed President and CEO, Alexandre L'Heureux, on being awarded an honorary doctorate from UQAM | Université du Québec à Montréal. This well-deserved distinction was bestowed in recognition of his rise as an exceptional leader, his pivotal role in growing WSP into one of the most successful engineering and professional services firms in the world, and his contributions to the betterment of his community.     It was noted during the ceremony that Alexandre's track record of success is grounded in values of respect, fairness, solidarity, generosity, and empowerment – and we could not agree more.    Bravo, Alexandre! Your leadership continues to inspire us all. https://lnkd.in/dExj4gUr

We're thrilled to announce that Martin Sing was invited to participate in the Toronto City Sprint, organized by the World Economic Forum. This prestigious event brings together key stakeholders from across the urban ecosystem to collaborate, problem-solve, and develop targeted strategies to tackle equity and affordability challenges in the wake of the City's building emissions reduction initiatives. Join us in congratulating Martin on this incredible opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our city's journey towards sustainability and equity. #NetZero #WeAreWSP 

Yesterday, we hosted an inspiring employee townhall at our Montreal office, which was broadcast to over 130 offices across Canada. The event featured insightful panel discussions, comprehensive business updates, and a dynamic live Q&A session with our CEO, Marie-Claude Dumas. It was an incredible opportunity for our team to connect, share knowledge, and align on our vision for the future. A big thank you to everyone who participated and made this event a success. #WeAreWSP ________ Hier, notre remarquable rencontre annuelle des employés a eu lieu dans notre bureau de Montréal, diffusée dans plus de 130 bureaux à travers le Canada. L’événement comprenait des discussions de panels enrichissantes, des mises à jour des différents secteurs et une séance de questions-réponses en direct avec notre PDG, Marie-Claude Dumas. La journée s'est déroulée dans un esprit d'inspiration et de connexion. Ce fut une occasion pour notre équipe de se connecter, de partager des connaissances et de s'aligner sur notre vision pour l'avenir. Un grand merci à tous ceux qui ont participé et ont contribué au succès de cet événement. #NousSommesWSP

We're thrilled to welcome our new followers from Communica, which is now an integral part of WSP. Together, we look forward to making an even greater positive impact and fostering strong relationships with the communities we serve. Join us in celebrating this exciting new chapter and giving Communica’s followers a warm welcome! 

Congratulations to our team for being awarded the 2024 Transportation Planning Project of the Year for the Ontario Protected Intersection Guide. This prestigious award recognizes our team's dedication and expertise in providing municipalities, public and private agencies across Ontario with practical guidance on planning, designing, implementing, and operating protected intersections. The Guide, a blend of leading design principles, academic research, and professional experience, is set to enhance the safety and efficiency of intersections across the province and beyond. #WeAreWSP #TransportationPlanning

Join us at Canada’s premier green building conference on June 5 and 6 in Toronto, where our Buildings experts will be sharing their insights on decarbonization and sustainable construction. Andrea Yee, Hamid Reza Hooshangi, and Antoni Paleshi will present valuable lessons from their extensive experience with decarbonization projects, discuss findings from building archetype studies, and emphasize the importance of collaboration in achieving net-zero goals. Additionally, Isis Bennet will contribute her expertise on steel reuse in construction during a panel discussion. To learn more about our expertise in #GreenBuilding: https://lnkd.in/eyqkPQ5Q #WeAreWSP #NetZero

What if we could create a better future for all? 🌍 This question fuels WSP every day, and we believe in taking the necessary steps—big and small—for our people, our clients and our communities to thrive in a more equitable, inclusive and net zero world. Discover the progress we made towards achieving our ambitious ESG goals and the concrete actions we took to drive positive change in our 2023 Global ESG Report: Together We Innovate, OUT NOW! Check out some of our 2023 highlights 👇 and access the full report: https://lnkd.in/eU9ttU9c #WeAreWSP #ESGReport #Sustainability #SDGs #NetZero #Diversity #Innovation #ESG

Today, we're celebrating the passion and dedication of our team members who have chosen careers devoted to protecting our planet's precious biodiversity. Here's a glimpse into the inspiring journeys of Kyle Knopff, Kristine Sare and Juliette Fournier. #BiodiversityDay #WeAreWSP