About

Our Chapter

The Simcoe-Muskoka Chapter is the largest chapter within Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO), representing the highest number of licensed Professional Engineers and Engineering Interns (EITs) in the province.

PEO is the regulatory authority responsible for licencing and governing professional engineers in Ontario. Operating under the Professional Engineers Act, PEO’s primary mandate is to protect the public interest by ensuring that only qualified individuals are permitted to practice engineering or offer engineering services in the province. The organization establishes professional standards, enforces compliance, and disciplines individuals or firms that do not uphold the integrity of the profession.

As a volunteer-driven chapter, we do not maintain a physical office. Instead, our dedicated team of local volunteers organizes a wide range of events and initiatives for EITs and licenced engineers in the Simcoe-Muskoka region. These include PEAK (Practice Evaluation and Knowledge) seminars, technical tours, networking opportunities, social gatherings, conferences, and ceremonies to welcome newly licenced Professional Engineers.

In the same way that the College of Physicians and Surgeons regulates the medical profession and the Law Society of Ontario oversees the legal profession, PEO ensures that engineering in Ontario is practiced safely, ethically, and competently.

Message from the Chapter Chair

 

Dear Members, Fellow Engineers, and Friends,

It is both a privilege and a personal honor to serve as your Chapter Chair for the 2025–2026 term. Our chapter is more than just a local extension of Professional Engineers Ontario—it’s a vibrant community where ideas take shape, careers are nurtured, and the value of engineering is brought to life in our neighborhoods.

As we step into this new chapter together, I’m filled with optimism and excitement for what lies ahead. This year, we’ll continue to build on our strong foundation, embracing innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. Whether you're a long-standing licence holder, an EIT just beginning your journey, or somewhere in between, this chapter is your space to connect, contribute, and thrive.

My commitment to you is simple: to foster an inclusive and dynamic environment where knowledge flows freely, mentorship is encouraged, and every voice is valued. We’ll be rolling out a wide range of events—from technical seminars and CPD opportunities to outreach initiatives and networking socials—all designed to support your development and celebrate our shared passion for engineering.

I encourage you to get involved, share your insights, and help shape the direction of our chapter. Your participation—whether big or small—makes a difference. Together, we can continue to elevate our profession and inspire the next generation of engineers.

Thank you for your continued support, your dedication to excellence, and your belief in the power of engineering to make a difference. I look forward to an exciting and impactful year ahead with all of you.

Warm regards,

Burhanuddin Musafere P.Eng., PMP

Simcoe Muskoka Chapter - Chair 2025-2026


 

 

Get to know us

Coming Soon: resources to learn more about the Simcoe Muskoka Chapter!

Chapter leadership

Connecting engineers and communities

Burhanuddin Musafere, P.Eng., PMP
Chair
Steven Shaw, P.Eng.
Vice Chair
Javeed Khan, P.Eng., Ph.D, FEC
Past-Chair
Biman Paudel, P. Eng.
Treasurer
Himanshu Sharma, M.Eng., EIT
Secretary
Mark Haynes, P.Eng., FEC
Director
Oday Wade'e, P.Eng, FEC
Director
Sanjit Singh, P.Eng, M.Eng., MBA
Director
Jason Gubbels, P. Eng.
Director
Sepideh Shalbanfan, P. Eng.
Director
Vishal Kumar
Director
Divyansh Panchal, M.Eng, EIT
Director
Greg Merrill, CD, P.Eng., FEC
Volunteer
Victor Francis, P.Eng., PMP
Volunteer
Beshoy Twadrous, P.Eng
Volunteer
Mohammad Yusuf, P.Eng., PMP
Volunteer

Simcoe Muskoka Chapter committees

  1. The communication committee manages communications outreach with Chapter members via emails, the chapter website, newsletters and our social media channels.

  2. The GLP committee works to ensure that government, elected officials and the public continue to recognize and understand PEO’s regulatory mandate and policy directions.

  3. The education outreach committee works with local schools, teachers and students to promote science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education and careers.

  4. The EIT committee provides engineering interns (EITs) with guidance, mentoring and support as they work towards their professional engineer (P.Eng.) licence.

  5. The events committee plans and organizes events—networking, recognition, professional development, recreational and more—for chapter members.

    Sub-Committees

    • The Certificate Presentation Ceremony subcommittee organizes P.Eng. licence certificate presentation ceremonies for new engineers.
    • The Continuing Professional Development (CPD) subcommittee organizes professional development activities—seminars, symposiums, technical tours, etc.—for chapter members.
    • The Networking subcommittee builds relationships between the Chapter and local business, professional associations and academic institutions.
    • The 30x30 subcommittee supports Engineers Canada’s 30 by 30 initiative to raise the percentage of newly licensed engineers in Canada who are woman to 30% by the year 2030.

  6. The nominating committee works to present a slate of candidates for election to Chapter board positions each year.