Carson Morrison

Carson F. Morrison, P.Eng. (1902–1993) was a university professor, innovative engineer, magazine editor, co-founder of the North American firm Morrison Hershfield, and president of a standards association. He was considered to be a touchstone for professional ethics and morality in engineering. He is remembered for his ideas and advice, knowledge and imagination.

Early life and education

Morrison was born on a farm in File Hills, in what is now Saskatchewan but then, in 1902, was called the Northwest Territories. He graduated from the University of Saskatchewan in Structural Engineering. He later taught there part-time and then continued on to McGill University where he received his Master of Science degree in Structural Engineering. This book covered topics ranging from the Structure of the Code of Ethics to, Professional Engineers in the Manufacturing Industry, to International Engineering Work. Updated versions of this book are still used in engineering programs today as a basic guide to professional conduct.

Morrison was the founding editor of Canadian Consulting Engineer magazine and took a lead in establishing the Canadian Consulting Engineering awards. He held the role of editor from 1959 to 1978.

From 1973 to 1975, Morrison was president of Canadian Standards Association.

Notable projects

Pinetree Line and Mid-Canada Line site supervision and engineering in Ontario's far north Widening of the Leaside Bridge in Toronto, Ontario Site selection for the Prince Albert Radar Laboratory in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan.

Awards and achievements Honorary Member, Ontario Association of Architects, 1963 Professional Engineering Gold Medal, Professional Engineers Ontario, 1974 Elected as a Fellow of the Engineering Institute of Canada, 1974 Canadian Silver Jubilee Medal, 1977 The Canadian Standards Association John Jenkins Award, 1980 Association of Consulting Engineers of Canada / Canadian Consulting Engineer Magazine Carson F. Morrison Award, 1984 (an award named in Morrison's honour) Professional Engineers Ontario admitted Carson Morrison to the Order of Honour in 1984. The highest distinction, the rank of Companion recognizes contributions that exceed those of Officer. It is exclusively given to individuals who have profoundly influenced the engineering profession through their service. Standards Council of Canada Jean-Paul Carriere Award, 1984. Awarded for distinguished service to Canadian standardization.