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Canadian Geospatial Digest for October 7th, 2024

  1. An Era Ends with the Retirement of the Canadian Digital Elevation Model (CDEM)
  2. State of the Canadian Space Sector 2023
  3. Autonomous Food Delivery at the Toronto Zoo
  4. Uncovering the Legacy of Indigenous Residential Schools through GIS

An era ends with the retirement of the Canadian Digital Elevation Model (CDEM)

Natural Resources Canada has retired the Canadian Digital Elevation Model (CDEM) after decades of service and replaced it with the new Medium Resolution Digital Elevation Model (MRDEM). This upgrade offers a 30-meter resolution nationwide and includes both a Digital Terrain Model and Digital Surface Model, derived from satellite and lidar data. It is a significant improvement for applications such as flood mapping, infrastructure planning, and environmental management. The new model also supports hydrological studies by extending coverage across the US-Canada border where necessary.  read more here

Harnessing Earth Observation for Environmental and Industrial Sustainability in Canada

Read all about it.  GoGeomatics consulting editor and Journalist, Anusuya Datta latest piece is on EO in Canada discusses the growing role of Earth Observation (EO) technologies in addressing climate change, disaster management, and resource sustainability. EO contributed $349 million in 2022 and is essential for monitoring environmental parameters like land use, ocean health, and extreme weather events. Canada’s RADARSAT+ initiative, with over $1 billion in funding, ensures continuous EO data access. The article also highlights the GoGeomatics Expo in Calgary, where experts will discuss EO’s role in sustainable resource management and climate resilience. Read the full story.

Autonomous Food Delivery at the Toronto Zoo

A Made-in-Ottawa tech company is delivering autonomous food carts to the Toronto Zoo, where these carts will assist in feeding animals. The innovative solution utilizes robotics and AI, allowing the zoo to streamline food delivery and enhance the care for its inhabitants. This partnership is part of broader trends in deploying autonomous technology in real-world applications, demonstrating how tech developed in the Ottawa region is finding practical uses across industries. Read more

Uncovering the Legacy of Indigenous Residential Schools through GIS

Esri Canada has partnered with Indigenous communities to use GIS technology in documenting and uncovering the history of residential schools in Canada. The project enables communities to map locations, document oral histories, and analyze spatial patterns related to these schools, offering a powerful way to visualize and communicate the historical trauma endured by Indigenous peoples. This initiative is a step towards reconciliation and preserving history.

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