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TSA Lecture: Understanding GTA Soil & Groundwater

MTE’s Geoscience Team leads a Toronto Society of Architects (TSA) Technical Lecture on October 21st

Join Brett Thorner, P.Eng., Director of Geoscience and Mike Beadle, P.Eng., Technical Director of Geoscience of MTE Consultants, as they lead the Toronto Society of Architects (TSA) Technical Lecture on October 21st, diving into the fundamentals of geotechnical and hydrogeological engineering.

This online session will cover:

  • The common soil types and subsurface conditions found throughout the GTA.
  • How water table levels and groundwater flow can influence design decisions.
  • Why understanding the ground is critical to early-stage planning and risk mitigation.

Real-world examples of how soil and groundwater conditions impact residential, commercial, and industrial projects.

Event details

When: Tuesday, October 21, 2025
12:00 – 1:00 PM EST

Where : Online via Zoom

CEUs: 1 Structured Learning Hour

Host: Toronto Society of Architects (TSA)

Geoscience at MTE

geoscience, hydrogeological, field staff with coolers

MTE’s Geotechnical and Hydrogeological teams deliver practical, data-driven solutions for commercial, industrial, residential, institutional, and municipal projects—ranging from foundation and settlement analysis to pavement design, infiltration testing, and groundwater studies. We help clients understand ground conditions, manage risk, and make informed decisions from the ground up.