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Selected Websites: Civil Engineering, Construction and Surveying

Building Green "BuildingGreen helps architects, designers and other sustainability professionals make their projects greener and healthier." -- website
Construction Links "The peer-to-peer network sharing platform for the construction, building and design community." -- website
Construction Market Data "SmartBuilding Index provides architects, spec writers, engineers and contractors with in-depth information on commercial building products, supplies, and materials - including construction technical data, sourcing, cost data, project use examples, and downloadable specs, CAD and BIM objects." -- website
ICE Virtual Library - Essential Engineering Knowledge "ICE Publishing, established in 1836, is a leading provider of information for academics, researchers and practitioners worldwide in the fields of civil engineering, construction and materials science." -- website
Martindale's Calculators "Calculators, Applets, Spreadsheets, and where Applicable includes: Courses, Manuals, Handbooks, Simulations, Animations, Videos, etc." -- website
WHMIS Symbols
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) "The Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) is Canada's national hazard communication standard. The key elements of the system are hazard classification, cautionary labelling of containers, the provision of (material) safety data sheets ((M)SDSs) and worker education and training programs." -- website
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS): A Guide to the Legislation "This guide provides an overview of the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), a Canada-wide system designed to give employers and workers information about hazardous products used in the workplace." -- website

Association of Canadian Land Surveyors "The Association of Canada Lands Surveyors (ACLS) is the national licensing body for professionals surveying in the three Canadian territories, in the Federal parks, on Aboriginal reserves, on and under the surface of Canada’s oceans." -- website
Association of Consulting Engineering Companies — Ontario (Formerly Consulting Engineers of Ontario) "Consulting Engineers of Ontario (CEO) was founded in 1975 to represent the business interests of approximately 200 consulting engineering firms employing more than 20,000 Ontarians. CEO works with all levels of government and other stakeholders to promote fair procurement and business practices to support its member firms as necessary." -- website
Association of Ontario Land Surveyors "We are a self-governing association, responsible for the licensing and governance of professional land surveyors, in accordance with the Surveyors Act." -- website
Canada Lands Surveys: Tools and Data "There are several ways to access survey information and datasets about Canada Lands. This page has information that will help you decide which one is best for you, access the information or dataset and use it optimally." -- website
Canadian Construction Association "CCA gives voice to the public policy, legal and standards development goals of professionals working in, or with, Canada's construction industry." -- website
Canadian Institute of Geomatics "The Canadian Institute of Geomatics is the Canadian Not-for-Profit association that represents the interests of all groups in the geomatics community and is the Canadian member to the International Federation of Surveying (FIG), the International Society of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ISPRS), the International Cartographic Association (ICA) and is a Founding member of GeoAlliance." -- website
Canadian Institute of Steel Construction "The Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC) is Canada’s voice for the steel construction industry. The CISC promotes dialogue, collaboration and commerce between industry stakeholders – advancing the benefits of steel to the consulting community, builders and buyers, academia and government. The CISC represents a diverse community of steel manufacturers, fabricators and constructors, engineers and architects, owners and developers, and educators and students, offering a wide span of products and services to enhance capabilities and grow businesses." -- website
Canadian Remote Sensing Society
Canadian Society for Civil Engineering "The CSCE is a learned society created to develop and maintain high standards of civil engineering practice in Canada and to enhance the public image of the civil engineering profession." -- website
Infrastructure Health & Safety Association "IHSA is a leader in health and safety education. Through skills-based training, auditing, and evaluation, we provide safety solutions to those who perform high-risk activities such as working at heights, working with energized high-voltage power systems, driving motor vehicles, transporting dangerous goods, working on suspended access equipment, and utility line clearing." -- website
Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists "The Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) is a non-profit, self-governing, professional association of over 25,000 members." -- website
Urban and Regional Information Systems Association "URISA is a multi-disciplinary geospatial organization that provides professional education and training, a vibrant and connected community, advocacy for geospatial challenges and issues, and essential resources. URISA fosters excellence in GIS and engages geospatial professionals throughout their careers." -- website

Civil Engineering, Construction and Surveying: Websites

Evaluating Your Resources

Selected Websites: Civil Engineering, Construction and Surveying

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