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Lowell Ayers

Geomatics Technician
Town of Cochrane

Sessions in which Lowell Ayers attends

Tuesday 29 October, 2024

Time Zone: (GMT-07:00) Mountain Time (US & Canada)
9:00 AM
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM | 30 minutes
Geomatics for the Public Good

Space, the final frontier. Or is it? Although many people are fascinated by space, most are relatively unaware of how space technologies pervade their everyday life. From global positioning systems (GPS) and satellite communications to weather forecasting and monitoring the health of crops or the extent of sea ice, the standard of living we currently enjoy is fundamentally dependent on satellites and space technology. Space is becoming even more important in monitoring the changing climate, p...

Dr Gordon Osinski

Keynote speaker
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9:45 AM
9:45 AM - 10:15 AM | 30 minutes
Geospatial AI

How exactly does artificial intelligence work and what can you use it for in the geomatics domain? Using real-life examples from our projects, they demonstrate how you can use AI to gain new insights and increase efficiency by automating your data processing workflows.We explore how GeoAI is fusing spatial data science and Geomatics technology to help automate the extraction, classification, and analysis of all types of spatial or non-spatial data. Learn how GeoAI can detect clusters, ...

11:00 AM
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM | 30 minutes
Geomatics for the Public Good

Too often, when discussing the value proposition of geospatial data, we focus in on raw data or output products without spending a lot of time in the juicy middle of data throughputs.   That is to say that modern geospatial is leaving a lot of value on the table and thus limiting our ability to good with our data by: -> Focusing too heavily on the capturing aspect of geospatial technologies;-> Ignoring or discounting analytical capabilities of geospatial technologie...

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11:45 AM
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM | 30 minutes
buildingSMART Canada Annual BIM Summit

Construction contracts are the same worldwide. While there are differences in language, classification, project delivery and other factors, the one common denominator is that a construction contract requires Drawings and Specifications. While geometric modelling software and specification software have both evolved over time, very little effort is currently being exerted in Canada to integrate them in document development processes.According to Arcadis global surveys, the #1 cause of c...

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1:15 PM
1:15 PM - 1:45 PM | 30 minutes
Hydrospatial Advances

The government of Alberta manages the production of riverine flood studies under the provincial Flood Hazard Identification Program, to assist communities in keeping Albertans safe and protecting their properties from floods. Flood maps improve public safety, support emergency management, and help us build safer and more resilient communities. The government of Alberta also manages the production of alluvial fan studies to help Albertans learn about flood risks in the steep terrain of Alberta...

Dr. Zahidul Islam

Keynote speaker

Tachara Larocque

Keynote speaker
2:15 PM
2:15 PM - 3:05 PM | 50 minutes
Geospatial AI

The integration of AI in infrastructure modeling has the potential to revolutionize decision-making processes by providing accurate predictions, identifying vulnerabilities, and optimizing resource utilization.The increasing complexity of modern infrastructure systems, coupled with growing demands on utilities, has necessitated the adoption of advanced analytical techniques. This panel discussion brings together ideas from acad...

3:15 PM
3:15 PM - 3:45 PM | 30 minutes
Reality Capture & Digital Twins

The integration of reality capture technologies—such as LiDAR, photogrammetry, and 3D scanning—into infrastructure asset management is revolutionizing how municipalities and organizations manage and maintain, their assets and deliver services. This presentation will explore the transformative impact of reality capture on the accuracy, efficiency, and overall effectiveness of infrastructure management practices. By enabling effective data collection and visualization, reality capture provides ...

3:15 PM - 3:45 PM | 30 minutes
Earth Observation Program

Methane is a greenhouse gas that has a global warming potential 80 times greater than carbon dioxide over a 20-year period. Reducing methane emissions from industrial facilities is one of the most effective ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.  This talk gives an overview of GHGSat’s approach to providing stakeholders actionable data by detecting, geolocating, and quantifying methane emissions using our fleet of space-based and airborne instruments.

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Wednesday 30 October, 2024

Time Zone: (GMT-07:00) Mountain Time (US & Canada)
9:00 AM
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | 50 minutes
Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems

RPAS platforms and sensors have come a long way since their commerical adoption almost a decade ago and have quickly become a main stay of many professional's tool kits. This show's the industry's appetite for adopting new technologies and matching them up with the right application. With a pannel of very experienced professionals from various sectors of Canada's Geospatial RPAS scene, we explore what has driven sensor development and how sensors might further develop along the lines of use c...

9:45 AM
9:45 AM - 10:15 AM | 30 minutes
Subsurface Utility Engineering Advances

Local governments have been updating their asset inventories to comply with the TCA legislation since the early 2000s, paying particular attention to the attributes, locations, ages and conditions of their assets. However, infrastructure changes constantly due to capital projects and land development, especially in fast-growing municipalities like Kelowna. Collecting accurate and complete information on new assets has been a major challenge, mainly due to limited staff resources. To address t...

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10:00 AM
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | 30 minutes
Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems

Photogrammetry is not just limited to aerial platforms. Modern mobile devices contain high-quality cameras and increasingly have LiDAR and depth sensors built in. When combined with high-accuracy GNSS systems, these mobile devices can quickly collect accurate data for utilities, infrastructure, inspection, as-builts, construction, and more. Utilizing these readily available devices can reduce project delays, capture better documentation of utilities, and lay the foundations for digital infras...

11:00 AM
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM | 30 minutes
Subsurface Utility Engineering Advances

Utility mapping is a crucial practice in urban planning and construction, focusing on identifying, documenting, and visualizing the precise locations of underground utilities such as water pipes, gas lines, electrical conduits, and telecommunication cables. Accurate mapping of these utilities is vital to ensure safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness in construction projects, preventing accidental damages that can lead to significant service disruptions, safety hazards, and financial losse...

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11:45 AM
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM | 30 minutes
Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems

As the drone industry is increasingly focuses on developing larger airframes and equipping them with bigger sensors, Spexi is taking a revolutionary approach to aerial imagery. At Spexi, we believe that the future of geospatial data collection lies not in size and complexity, but in numbers and standardization. The Spexi platform leverages the power of crowdsourcing, deploying local pilots with small drones to capture standardized imagery across entire cities. This method allows us to achieve...

1:15 PM
1:15 PM - 1:45 PM | 30 minutes
Geomatics for the Public Good

Traditional teaching methods in post-secondary often included using powerpoint presentations and writing on a white or blackboard.  The newer generations of students have been exposed to different ways of learning and this requires instructors or teaching professors to change their way of presenting information to help the students learn it at a deeper level.  Using a radical constructivism philosophy, the students are required to engage in the material in their own way, connect wit...

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2:00 PM
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM | 30 minutes
Subsurface Utility Engineering Advances

With the increasing focus on damage prevention, public safety concerns, and environmental damage due to underground utility strikes, it has become more critical to accuracy locate, store and be able to visualize subsurface utilities. Several key technical details are discussed when implementing a subsurface mapping system from data collection to the use of machine learning for 3D modelling and visualization. The ability to make safe and effective decisions for i...

Peter Srajer

Keynote speaker
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2:45 PM
2:45 PM - 3:15 PM | 30 minutes
Geomatics for the Public Good

In our rapidly evolving urban landscapes, inadequate accessibility maps leave many people with disabilities facing significant challenges. This talk begins by illustrating the problem with real examples of accessibility fails on platforms like Google Maps. Attendees are encouraged to check accessibility features on their phones, highlighting current gaps.We will then explore the necessity of specialized tools for meaningful navigation and destination planning for people with disabiliti...

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