Deborah Keay
Deborah Keay graduated from Queen’s University with a B.Sc. in Civil Engineering in 1994. She earned her Professional Engineer designation in 1996 and has been a member of the Professional Engineers of Ontario since that time. In 2004, she began her Ontario Building Code Certification process. The examinations and certifications are under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. She is now a Certified Designer in Plumbing (All Buildings), Plumbing (House), Small Buildings and House. Throughout her career, Deborah has undertaken continuing education and professional development courses such as Project Management, Conflict Resolution, Tendering, and Successful Construction Projects. She is currently enrolled at Ryerson University’s Chang School of Continuing Education and is taking additional courses in Architectural Preservation and Conservation.

Deborah worked in various capacities in the Land Development Industry from 1994 to 2005. During that time she gained experience in detailed engineering design, contract preparation and administration, project management and trouble-shooting, customized software development and cost estimating. Deborah’s designs are well thought out and well detailed which makes it easy for reviewing authorities to approve her work. Her proactive approach to design permits her to address potential problems before they occur – saving the client both time and money.

She is currently the Treasurer and active member of the local branch of the Architectural Conservancy of Ontario. Born and raised in Peterborough, Deborah, her husband and two sons live in a century home in the Old West End of Peterborough.