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MESSAGE
FROM THE CEA PRESIDENT
Excellence in Innovation
S WE REFLECT on another
A the country to advocate for policies that
remarkable year for the consulting
promote interprovincial collaboration and
engineering industry in Alberta, I am
strengthen our position on the national and
proud to present the 2025 edition of
global stages. Together, we can turn these
Alberta Innovators. Our theme this year
challenges into opportunities for growth and
is "Value through Engagement" which
innovation in Alberta's engineering sector.
highlights the critical importance of
Looking ahead, CEA remains committed
collaboration and connection in driving
to advocating for sustainable and predictable
innovation and excellence in our field.
funding for our industry. We continue to
This year, we've witnessed wonderful
work closely with government bodies and
engagement across our industry, resulting
stakeholders to ensure that the value of
in groundbreaking projects that showcase
consulting engineering is recognized and
the ingenuity of Alberta's consulting
supported at all levels.
engineers. From advancements in carbon
I want to express my heartfelt gratitude
capture technologies to sustainable
to our member firms, dedicated committees
infrastructure developments, our
and hardworking staff. Your unwavering
members consistently demonstrate
commitment to excellence and engagement
their ability to deliver exceptional value
has been the driving force behind our
through meaningful partnerships.
collective success.
Our industry continues to play a pivotal
As we navigate the evolving landscape
role in supporting Alberta's position as
of our industry, let us continue to amplify
an economic powerhouse, contributing
our strengths, attract new opportunities
to projects that balance economic
and accelerate innovation. Together,
growth with environmental stewardship,
we will shape a future where Alberta's
improving the lives of everyday Albertans
consulting engineers lead the way in
and building sustainable and resilient
creating sustainable, resilient and innovative
infrastructure. As we look at the many
solutions for the challenges of tomorrow.
award-winning projects featured in
Thank you for your continued support
this magazine, it is easy to see how our
and engagement.
members are innovators, committed to
developing solutions that ensure Alberta’s
prosperity now and into the future.
With the potential challenges from
tariffs on Canadian goods, the importance
of interprovincial collaboration has never
been more apparent. As we move forward,
CEA will continue to work with our
sister and national organizations across
CHRIS WORKMAN, M.ENG., P.ENG.
CEA PRESIDENT
CONSULTING ENGINEERS OF ALBERTA
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