The new Canadian Hydrospatial Network (CHN) is set to replace the National Hydrographic Network (NHN) for Canada. Designed for improved use in hydrological models, the CHN is analysis ready with full-network traversing ability, and value-added attributes such as stream order. The CHN is also created from higher-resolution source data and better aligned to elevation than the NHN, where possible, and has been streamlined for production and maintenance.Work is on-going to refine methods a...

Pierre Tardif

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) is transforming the built asset industry, yet firms of varying sizes—large, medium, and small—adopt BIM in distinct ways tailored to their unique resources and project demands. This session will explore BIM’s origins, current applications, and future directions as shared by representatives from three different firms. A significant focus will be on the importance of data integrity and governance, particularly as Artificial Intelligence (AI) becomes increasin...

William (Bill) Moore

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Josh Siegers

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David Long P.Eng.

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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...

David Watson

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