BASc, MEIC, FCSCS, PEng
4T5 Civil
Inducted: 1995
Robert Booth built a distinguished career on the firm foundations of creative structural Engineering and business management, along with signal service to the profession.
Even before graduation he participated, with the guidance of Professor K. B. Jackson, in the building of 3-dimensional topographic models derived from aerial reconnaissance. These proved valuable for Allied troops in the D-Day landings.
After infantry service, Robert Booth began a career of 41 years with Carruthers and Wallace Ltd., solving many unusual problems of great magnitude in structural design. His leadership qualities led him to the chairmanship of this firm noted for its structural expertise.
Among his colleagues, Booth was recognized as an authority on Building Codes, their intent and specific current requirements. He was on several committees of the National Research Council, including the Associate Committee on the National Building Code.
His standing in the profession was also reflected in his active involvement in several organizations: the International Association for Bridge and Structural Engineering, the Canadian Society for Civil Engineering, the Canadian Standards Association (Standing Committee on Structures) and a number of other engineering associations. He also contributed in numerous ways to the University’s Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering.
Accomplishments
- Robert Booth’s native city of Toronto glitters with monuments to his professional talents
- Toronto-Dominion Centre
- Eaton Centr
- Commerce Court
- Roy Thomson Hall
- The Toronto Hospital
- J.P. Robarts Research Library
- Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering