Edward McRoberts of WSP Canada. is a specialist in the application of geotechnical concepts and methods to heavy civil construction, pipeline, mines and frontier energy projects in Western Canada and in Arctic regions. He authored over 50 significant technical publications on geotechnical, permafrost and mining related topics as well as contributing to a major textbook on Arctic engineering. Dr. McRoberts' innovative design efforts have been of particular significance in the oil sands industry, leading to improved mining and tailings management procedures and in arctic and pipeline ...

Kenneth Johnson has made outstanding contributions to advancing engineering practice as an engineer, planner, historian, and publisher with a special scope of practice that focuses on water, sanitation and hygiene for communities in the Canadian Arctic. His work is widely recognized not only for its technical quality and cost-effectiveness, but also its inclusiveness of local and indigenous expectations. His leadership has positively impacted the lives of people and communities throughout Canada's North, achieving these advances through creative, collaborative, and highly professional work. ...