If you are reading this article, you are probably involved in subsurface soil and groundwater investigations. You are also likely familiar with the concept of a “Qualified Person.”

A group of “QPs” have put together a new organization, Qualified Person Community of Ontario (QPCO). The initiative has been assisted by Ontario Environment Industry Association (ONEIA) and the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers.

This group has been created “…to discuss the challenges they face, to create a basic online directory, explore training opportunities, and identify advocacy and engagement opportunities with regulators, stakeholders and the public.”

The association has already hosted a number of events on topics of interest to those involved in subsurface investigations. For more information, check out their website: www.QPCO.ca