Join us for the the launch of GeoIgnite with Jonathan Murphy, the Chair of GeoIgnite, and Dr. Minda Suchan of MDA.Abstract of MDA Keynote: Canada is the world leader in wide area space-based radar Earth observation through the highly successful RADARSAT program, supporting numerous operational and scientific uses for Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) data. MDA, in conjunction with the Canadian government, has created an internationally recognized brand and reputation for...

Minda Suchan

Keynote speaker

Abstract forth coming: Oversight for CSA program sectors, including in Space Utilization, Space Exploration, and Space Science and Technology.

Luc Brûlé

Keynote speaker

In this presentation, Dr. Walter Scott will compare the satellite imaging constellations of Maxar and other commercial companies to show how they stack up in three key metrics: product-market fit, adaptability and capital efficiency. He will also share some key insights on the next generation of Earth Intelligence arriving in 2021 with the launch of WorldView Legion, and what impact that will have for the Canadian geospatial market in the months and years ahead.

Tickets for this workshop must be claimed in advance.Interested in learning web mapping with JavaScript? Join our introductory workshop on Leaflet (https://leafletjs.com), an open-source JavaScript library for mobile-friendly interactive maps! This workshop will guide participants through creating a simple choropleth map (thematic polygon map) using Leaflet. No prior programming knowledge required.
Note: You will need access to a personal (free) GitHub accou...

Morgan Ostrander

Presenter

Google Chrome is the preferred browser for this session.Tickets for this workshop must be claimed in advance.This workshop will be broken down into 4 parts:1. Introduction to ERDAS IMAGINE2. Spatial Modeling for Wildlife Applications3. Using AI, Spatial Modeling and Python to Break Down Big Data Barriers4. Q & ASpatial Modeling ...

Michael Ann Lane

Presenter

Canada’s LiDAR Panel: Future Trends in Service and Tech, is a deep dive into the evolving landscape of LiDAR technology in Canada. Our panel of experts will explore cutting-edge developments in LiDAR, focusing on new trends in service delivery and technological advancements. Expect insights into the integration of AI, enhancements in data processing, and future applications in sectors like urban development and environmental management. This session promises to equip attendees with a forward-...

Dr. Tim Webster

Moderator

Alex Hill-Stosky

Panelist

Kenneth Ang

Panelist

Susan Muleme Kasumba

Panelist

Carina Butterworth P.Eng., PhD(c)

Speaker

The United States’ National Geodetic Survey (NGS) plans to modernize their National Spatial Reference System (NSRS) in 2025, including adopting a new dynamic geometric reference (the North American Terrestrial Reference Frame of 2022 (NATRF2022)) and a new geoid-based height system (the North American-Pacific Geopotential Datum of 2022 (NAPGD2022)). To ensure continued geospatial referencing compatibility, the Canadian Geodetic Survey (CGS) plans to modernize the Canadian Spatial Reference Sy...

Catherine Robin

Speaker