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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  

2024 Lieutenant Governor’s Award for Excellence in Engineering  

[Halifax, Nova Scotia, April 5] – The Jury Panel for the 2024 Lieutenant Governor’s Award for Excellence in Engineering received many strong submissions this year. On behalf of Council and the Association, it is my great honour to announce that the recipient of the 2024 Lieutenant Governor’s Award for Excellence in Engineering is: 

Dillon Consulting Ltd, in partnership with Saint Mary’s University for the Loyola Student Residence Recladding Project.  

“Through the seamless combination of photovoltaic cladding, we redefine not just the skyline in Halifax but also the standards of professional engineering,” said Benjamin Doucet, P.Eng., Project Manager, Dillon Consulting Limited. “This project not only uplifts the image of our profession but firmly establishes Nova Scotia as a leader in adopting out of the box engineering solutions. It encapsulates our commitment to excellence, economic sustainability, and the bright future of green technology. Together, we're not just building structures; we're engineering a brighter, sustainable future.” 

“This project demonstrates the tangible contribution of Canadian engineers towards solving the global challenge of climate change,” said Dr. Robert Summerby-Murray, Saint Mary’s University President and Vice-Chancellor. “When the opportunity came along, the team at SMU and Dillon Consulting did not hesitate to try something new, something truly innovative. We sincerely hope that this is just the first of many similar integrated photovoltaic installations.” 

A closed ceremony will be held at the Government House in May 2024, and the Honourable Arthur K. LeBlanc, ONS, KC, Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia, will present the award.

About the Award  

The Lieutenant Governor’s Award for Excellence in Engineering is named in recognition of J.J. Kinley, P.Eng., the first and only Engineers Nova Scotia member to hold the title of Lieutenant Governor of the Province of Nova Scotia and the first professional engineer to hold the position of Lieutenant Governor of any Province in Canada. The award is given annually to a team, company, government department or consortium of professional engineers, who through original achievement or creative accomplishment in the application of engineering principles, demonstrates a high quality of professional engineering standards. 

About Engineers Nova Scotia 

Engineers Nova Scotia is the licensing and regulatory body for the 8,900+ professional engineers and engineers-in-training in Nova Scotia. Our mission is to serve and protect the public interest, advance and promote the value and proficiency of the engineering profession, and support members in their professional practice.  

For more information, please contact:  

Pal Mann, CD, FCSSE, ICD.D., P.Eng.

CEO and Registrar, Engineers Nova Scotia     

E-mail: Pal.mann@engineersnovascotia.ca