<P> The Iron Ring is a ring worn by many Canadian - trained engineers, as a symbol and reminder of the obligations and ethics associated with their profession . From a concept originated in 1922, the ring is presented to graduates in a closed ceremony known as The Ritual of the Calling of an Engineer, developed with the assistance of English poet Rudyard Kipling . </P> <P> The ring symbolizes the pride which engineers have in their profession, while simultaneously reminding them of their humility . The ring serves as a reminder to the engineer and others of the engineer's obligation to live by a high standard of professional conduct . It is not a symbol of qualification as an engineer--this is determined by the provincial and territorial licensing bodies . </P>

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