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A Vision for Rural Connectivity: Shared Towers and the Shared Edge

By Morrison Hershfield | November 4, 2021

Over the past few years, “Edge” technologies and applications have become more and more prevalent. In most cases, it can be assumed that this type of technology is being integrated in high traffic, urban settings. Rural communities that lack access to broadband are at a significant disadvantage. ...

Morrison Hershfield Wins Two CCE Awards of Excellence

By Morrison Hershfield | October 29, 2021

The annual Canadian Consulting Engineering Awards were celebrated with a virtual ceremony on October 28. The annual event, co-sponsored by Canadian Consulting Engineer (CCE) Magazine and ACEC-Canada, showcases projects completed by Canadian consulting engineering firms that exemplify the highest...

UNITED WAY ENGINEERING DAY OF CARING Event Celebrates 15 Years of Community Building

By Morrison Hershfield | October 21, 2021

Ride For Dad Raises Funds to Fight Prostate Cancer

By Morrison Hershfield | October 7, 2021

Helmets off to John Hurdis who recently participated in his tenth Ride for Dad charity event. Together with over 100 other riders, John took part in the Golden Horseshoe/Toronto West ride which raised over $20,000 for the cause.

Telecom Interns: From Desktop to Tower Top!

By Morrison Hershfield | September 28, 2021

Internships bridge the gap between academics and the real-world application of skills, and they provide Morrison Hershfield with the opportunity to introduce engineering students to the work we do each day. Every summer Morrison Hershfield looks forward to welcoming interns to help them with the...

Morrison Hershfield COO Elected VP of FIDIC

By Morrison Hershfield | September 20, 2021

Morrison Hershfield proudly congratulates Catherine Karakatsanis, P.Eng., FCAE, upon her election as Vice President of The International Federation of Consulting Engineers (FIDIC). FIDIC is the global representative body for national associations of consulting engineers, representing over one...

Designing the Infrastructure for What Could be the First Electrified Ferries in North America

By Morrison Hershfield | September 17, 2021

Access to Amherst Island and Wolfe Island in Eastern Ontario is being improved with reconstructed ferry docks. Residents and visitors will benefit from expanded service and a more efficient and sustainable transportation network.

Motivational MHer: Faisal Wahbeh

By Morrison Hershfield | July 16, 2021

“I enjoy the pressure that comes with managing a commissioning project - from organizing commissioning meetings to presenting in front of a room full of contractors and interacting with these contractors on a weekly basis to discuss a project’s goals and problem solve.”

In Memory of Konrad Fichtner

By Morrison Hershfield | July 12, 2021

Konrad Fichtner left a powerful legacy of knowledge and kindness with the Solid Waste Management sector and at Morrison Hershfield. Although he passed away two years ago today, the lessons he taught have left a lasting impression and we endeavor to carry on the work he started.

Mushkegowuk Council’s James Bay All-Season Road Feasibility Study wins Ontario Engineering Project Award of Merit from ACEC-Ontario

By Morrison Hershfield | June 22, 2021

The James Bay All-Season Road Feasibility Study won an Award of Merit at the 2021 Ontario Engineering Project Awards (OEPA) hosted by ACEC-Ontario. The OEPA program recognizes the dedication and innovation advancements of ACEC-ON’s member firms within the engineering industry.

Morrison Hershfield Welcomes Paul Graveline to Our Environmental Team

By Morrison Hershfield | June 16, 2021

Morrison Hershfield is pleased to welcome Paul Graveline, RPBio, to our Environmental team. He will work out of the Winnipeg office.

Commissioning a New Hospital: The Calgary Cancer Centre

By Morrison Hershfield | May 26, 2021

Construction is underway on the Calgary Cancer Centre. It is poised to be an internationally recognized health care and academic facility, inside a state-of-the-art building.

Ryan Gidluck Announced as New CEA President

By Morrison Hershfield | May 21, 2021

Congratulations to Ryan Gidluck, Morrison Hershfield’s Vice President of Transit, who was elected President of the Consulting Engineers of Alberta (CEA) for the 2021-2022 term. Ryan has been on CEA’s Board of Directors since 2017.

Spotlight on Mentorship: Katherine McGah

By Morrison Hershfield | May 7, 2021

Morrison Hershfield is an ambitious firm with ambitious people! Staff continuously expand their knowledge through project work, communities of practice, online learning opportunities and their everyday relationships.

How Our Solid Waste Team Reduces Environmental Impacts in Their Daily Lives

By Morrison Hershfield | April 26, 2021

Morrison Hershfield’s solid waste planners are challenged every day with finding responsible and sustainable solutions to help their clients manage solid waste. They help growing communities achieve their waste targets by finding ways to minimize waste and maximize recycling and resource recovery....