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Stephen Fai

Director / Professor
CIMS
Participates in 2 items

Stephen Fai is an Associate Professor and the former Director of the Azrieli School of Architecture and Urbanism, Carleton University. He is currently the Director of the Carleton Immersive Media Studio (CIMS). Dr. Fai holds a professional degree in architecture and a PhD in Religious Studies. His research involves the theory and practice of analogue, hybrid, and digital representation in architecture, heritage conservation, and medical science.  In this workshop, Professor Fai will faciliate community dialogued based on his expertise in the development of digital twins and urban information interoperability.

Sessions in which Stephen Fai participates

الثّلاثاء 14 مايو, 2024

Time Zone: (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
11:15 - 11:45 | 30 minutes
Plenary

Following the definition set out in the United Kingdom by Digital Built Britain, we understand a digital twin to be “...a realistic digital representation of assets, processes or systems in the built or natural environment…that adds social and economic value by augmenting the decision-making process.” Further, this digital representation has the capacity to exchange real time information with its physical twin and to use that information to learn, predict, or enact a possible response to a gi...

الأربعاء 30 أكتوبر, 2024

Time Zone: (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
16:45 - 17:30 | 45 minutes
buildingSMART Canada Annual BIM Summit

For the built environment, digitalization is a key sustainability enabler. It  helps stakeholders across the construction sector increase productivity and transparency while reducing emissions, resource consumption and costs, and adding digital tools that can help companies establish and optimize their sustainability performance.

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Sessions in which Stephen Fai attends

الإثنين 13 مايو, 2024

Time Zone: (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
13:00 - 16:30 | 3 hours 30 minutes
Workshop

The intent of this workshop is two-fold. First, to provide an introduction to an Open-Source based stack. Second, to provide insights on the use of Open GIS standard formats to power an organization's geospatial applications.To cover the first intent, we will look into the following components:QGIS: The Swiss Army knife for geospatial enthusia...

الإثنين 28 أكتوبر, 2024

Time Zone: (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
15:00 - 17:00 | 2 hours

We are excited to announce that the next Canada Forum will be held during the GoGeomatics Expo in Calgary, from October 28th to 30th. This event will bring together key stakeholders from across Canada’s geospatial sector, including industry leaders, academics, indigenous communities, government representatives, and technologists, to continue vital discussions on advancing geospatial standards, interoperability, and spatial data infrastructure (SDI) in Canada.

19:00 - 20:00 | 1 hour
Reality Capture & Digital TwinsEarth Observation ProgramGeomatics for the Public GoodGeospatial AIbuildingSMART Canada Annual BIM SummitHydrospatial AdvancesRemotely Piloted Aircraft SystemsSubsurface Utility Engineering Advances

Join us at the National Geomatics Networking Reception Enjoy a selection of gourmet hors d'oeuvres, including savoury Moroccan lamb meatballs, smoked pork belly lollipops, and wild mushroom arancini with truffle oil. Vegetarian options like vegetable samosas with mango chutney and goat cheese tartelettes will satisfy all palates. Plus, your ticket includes a drink to enjoy while you connect with industry professionals. Elevate your evening with these delicious bites and great company!

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الإثنين 12 مايو, 2025

Time Zone: (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
9:00 - 10:30 | 1 hour 30 minutes
Workshop

This open forum invites all attendees to engage in discussions on Canada’s path toward greater self-reliance in the geospatial sector, particularly in light of emerging trade conflicts, including the recent U.S. tariffs, and evolving global geopolitical shifts. The forum will explore strategies to strengthen Canada’s technological capabilities and reduce reliance on external sources, with a focus on fostering innovation, security, and growth. 

11:00 - 12:00 | 1 hour
NRCanWorkshop

Canada's Centre for Mapping and Earth Observation (CCMEO) and GoGeomatics Canada have invited Canadian students to use GEO.ca, the definitive source for Canada's open geospatial information, to develop innovative solutions for a specific challenge scenario in the months leading up to GeoIgnite.The results of the 2025 Hackathon will be announced at GeoIgnite. The presentation will include an overview of GEO.ca and the purpose and challenge of the Hackathon, followed by presentations from t...

12:00 - 13:00 | 1 hour
Networking Event

Join us for a thought-provoking lunchtime discussion where we explore the evolving landscape of Canada’s geospatial industry while enjoying a delicious meal.The concept of Two Solitudes has long symbolized the cultural and linguistic divide between English and French Canada, but how does this idea still resonate within our geospatial ecosystem to...

13:00 - 16:00 | 3 hours
Workshop

Join us for the OGC Canada Forum! We’ll dive into key topics like the Canadian Geospatial Data Infrastructure (CGDI) and how Building Information Modeling (BIM) integrates with Geographic Information Systems (GIS). This event gathers experts from industry, academia, Indigenous organizations, and government to explore these technologies' impact on Canada’s built environment. We'll also cover how OGC standards boost interoperability and innovation. All Canadian organ...

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