GoGeomatics

Calgary GoGeomatics Meetup
2025-04-21 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Edmonton) | Pig & Duke Pub, 1312 12 Ave SW, Calgary, AB, Canada
Location: Pig & Duke Neighbourhood Pub, 1312 – 12th Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta
? When: Every third Monday of the month
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Join us for the GoGeomatics Calgary Meetup—a welcoming and casual networking event for professionals, students, and enthusiasts in the geomatics, geospatial, and mapping sectors.
This meetup is an excellent opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, discuss industry trends, and build lasting relationships within Calgary’s thriving geospatial community. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your journey, everyone is welcome!
? What to Expect:
✅ Networking with professionals from geomatics, GIS, BIM, AEC, surveying, and related fields
✅ Casual discussions on the latest industry trends and innovations
✅ A friendly, social atmosphere to meet new people over food and drinks
✅ Updates on Canada’s National Geomatics Expo, happening right here in Calgary
? Meet Your 2025 Group Leaders!
We’re thrilled to welcome two outstanding professionals as our GoGeomatics Calgary Meetup leaders for 2025:
### Darcy Roe
Darcy is a Survey & Engineering Account Manager at Cansel with over a decade of experience in the surveying and geomatics industry. Having worked in various roles at Global Raymac Surveys, Darcy brings a wealth of field and office expertise in surveying, geospatial solutions, and industry technology. His background in CAD design, petroleum land administration, and geomatics sales makes him an excellent mentor and leader for our Calgary geomatics community.
### George Petropoulos
George is a GIS Technician and Supervisor with hands-on experience in field surveying, mapping production, and geospatial data analysis. His background includes working with Silvatech Consulting Ltd. on BC’s Waste and Residue program, where he supervised mapping projects and implemented efficiencies in production workflows. With a Bachelor of Science in Geography (Geomatics focus) from the University of Victoria, George brings a strong foundation in GIS, remote sensing, and city planning, making him a valuable addition to our group leadership.
? Note: The meetup will run until May 2025, then take a break for the summer, resuming in September 2025.
? Join us and be part of Calgary’s dynamic geomatics network!
RSVP now and bring a friend! ??

Canadian Geomatics and Geospatial Advisory Forum
2025-11-03 13:00 - 15:30 (America/Edmonton) | The Big Four Roadhouse, 1801 Big Four Trail SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 2W1, Canada
Join the Canadian Geomatics and Geospatial Advisory Forum on Monday afternoon, November 3, 2025, at GoGeomatics Expo 2025 in Calgary. This free, open session brings together leaders and participants from government, private industry, academia, non-profits, and the broader geomatics community for practical, forward-looking conversations about strengthening Canada’s geospatial sector.The inaugural forum at GeoIgnite 2025 in Ottawa showed the value of a vendor-neutral space where participants could tackle shared challenges. Building on that success, the Calgary session will focus on two core themes:

Workforce Development and Education: Explore how post-secondary programs, training pathways, and professional recognition can better align with rapidly evolving needs in areas like AI, remote sensing, digital twins, and UAV operations. Discuss strategies to attract and retain diverse talent and ensure Canada’s geospatial workforce is future-ready.
Procurement and Partnerships: Examine how procurement processes and partnership models can better support innovation, level the playing field for small and medium-sized firms, and foster collaboration between industry, academia, and government.

There will be no formal presentations, keynotes, or panels – only open, moderated roundtable discussions where every voice counts. Insights from this session will be captured in a post-Expo report to help inform future initiatives across the country.

Calgary GoGeomatics January Social
2026-01-20 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Toronto) | Pig & Duke Neighbourhood Pub, 1312 12 Ave SW ·, Calgary, AB, Canada
Join us for the GoGeomatics Calgary Meetup, a welcoming and casual networking event for professionals, students, and enthusiasts in the geomatics, geospatial, and mapping sectors.
This meetup is a great opportunity to connect with like minded individuals, discuss industry trends, and build relationships within Calgary’s growing geospatial community. Whether you are an experienced professional or just getting started, everyone is welcome.
🔥 What to Expect
• Networking with professionals from geomatics, GIS, BIM, AEC, surveying, and related fields
• Informal discussions on current industry trends and innovations
• A relaxed social atmosphere over food and drinks
• Updates on Canada’s National Geomatics Expo taking place in Calgary
🚀 Meet Your 2026 Group Leaders
Darcy Roe
Darcy is a Survey and Engineering Account Manager at Cansel with more than a decade of experience in the surveying and geomatics industry.
George Petropoulos
George is a GIS Technician with practical experience in field surveying, mapping production, and geospatial data analysis.
📌 Note
The Calgary Meetups will run monthly from January to May 2026.
👉 Join us and be part of Calgary’s vibrant geomatics network.
RSVP now and bring a colleague or friend. 🚀🌍

28th Annual Geomatics Exposition at the University of Calgary
2026-02-05 | University Of Calgary, Alberta, Canada
The Geomatics Engineering Student Society (GESS) at the University of Calgary is proud to announce the upcoming 28th Annual Geomatics Exposition (Geo Expo 2026), scheduled for Thursday, February 5, 2026.
As one of Canada’s premier student-led geomatics networking events, the Expo brings together students, faculty, and industry leaders for a full day of collaboration, innovation, and opportunity. The event continues its mission to strengthen ties between academia and the geospatial industry — fostering connections that help shape the next generation of geomatics professionals.
Throughout the day, participating organizations will have the opportunity to engage with undergraduate, master’s, and PhD students from the Geomatics Engineering program, as well as other disciplines across the Schulich School of Engineering. The 2026 edition is expected to see record participation and increased engagement from across the Canadian geomatics community.
About the Geomatics Exposition
Founded nearly three decades ago by University of Calgary students, the Geomatics Exposition has grown from a small departmental event into one of the most anticipated gatherings on the academic calendar. It remains a platform for knowledge sharing, recruitment, and innovation — celebrating the collaboration between academia and the geospatial industry.
Connect with Us
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities or to confirm your participation in Geo Expo 2026, please contact:
gess.exposition@gmail.com
gessucalgary.com
Organizing Committee:
Grant Graza, Expo Commissioner
Hady Ibrahim, Expo Commissioner

Calgary GoGeomatics February Social
2026-02-17 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | Pig & Duke Neighbourhood Pub, 1312 12 Ave SW ·, Calgary, AB, Canada
Details

GoGeomatics Calgary Meetup
📍 Location: Pig and Duke Neighbourhood Pub, 1312 12 Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta
📅 When: Tuesday February 17, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Join us for the GoGeomatics Calgary Meetup, a friendly and casual networking evening for professionals, students, and enthusiasts in geomatics, GIS, surveying, BIM, and related fields.
This is an easy way to meet new people, share ideas, and stay connected with Calgary’s geospatial community. Everyone is welcome, from experienced professionals to those just starting their careers.
🔥 What to Expect
• Informal networking and conversation
• A relaxed atmosphere over food and drinks
• Updates on geomatics events and opportunities in Calgary and across Canada
Food and drinks are not provided by the group, so please feel free to order whatever you like from the pub menu.
🚀 Your 2026 Group Leaders
Darcy Roe and George Petropoulos help organize and welcome attendees to the Calgary meetups. They are active members of the local geomatics community and ensure each month runs smoothly.
📌 Note
The Calgary Meetups run monthly from January to May 2026.
👉 Join us and be part of Calgary’s growing geomatics network.
RSVP now and bring a colleague or friend. 🌍

Spatial Knowledge and Information Canada 2026
2026-02-19 - 2026-02-22 | Banff Park Lodge, Banff Park Lodge Resort Hotel & Conference Centre, 201 Lynx St, Banff, AB T1L 1K5, Banff, Alberta, Canada
The 9th conference on Spatial Knowledge and Information (SKI) Canada will take place February 19-22, 2026, in Banff, Alberta. Since 2008, SKI has been the pre-eminent Canada-centric conference for geographic information science (and systems), spatial data science, remote sensing, geomatics and the geoweb research. The conference is aimed at researchers at all stages, from undergraduates to retired faculty and all types of educational institutions, from community colleges to universities and research institutes. SKI has been important to researchers, allowing them to share their research ideas and identify potential graduate students. This has been a great place to highlight your research and perhaps ski as well.
More information on the conference is available at https://skiconference.ca. This year, as in previous years, we are inviting submissions on a range of topics such as papers and abstracts for peer-review and publication. Early career researchers and graduate students in particular are encouraged to apply.
The conference mixes practical and theoretical aspects of geographic information science. Come share your experiences in using GIS in academia in Canada and around the world. Learn from others on best practices and ways of accommodating different domains of knowledge.
We invite submissions on a range of topics including (but not limited to):

GIScience
Remote sensing
Spatial Data Science
Geomatics and Geomatics Engineering
GeoAI, spatial big data, and machine learning
Participatory GIS
Spatial qualitative and mixed methods
GIS in health and epidemiology
GIS in transportation
GIS in hydrology
Geoprivacy
Planning Support Systems and land-use planning
Digital Earth and the Geospatial Web 2.0 (geoweb) (e.g., Google Earth, Virtual Earth, Google Maps) Research
Neogeography, Volunteered Geographic Information (VGI) and crowdsourcing
Geovisualization and cybercartography
Spatial Business applications
Spatial statistics
Location based services
GIS and spatial modeling in Earth Sciences
Urban simulation and modelling
Computer dimensions of GIS (e.g., data modelling)
Big Data, machine learning, Geo AI
Smart Cities & Artificial Intelligence

Who should attend?
Students of all levels (undergraduate, masters, and PhD) and researchers who identify as GIScientsts, Spatial Data Scientists, Remote Sensors, Geomatics Researchers or GIS Applications users from across Canada. We invite participants from academia, industry, and government. We are particularly interested in students attending the conference so please share this call for papers within your departments.
How to participate
There are three main avenues for researchers to contribute to the SKI 2026 conference: i) full paper submissions, ii) abstract submissions for early-stage students, and iii) faculty research synopses.
i) Paper Submissions:
Papers can be up to 2000 words in length and a maximum of 10 pages (including figures and references). Each paper will be reviewed by the Program Committee and feedback will be provided to the authors. Accepted papers will be published in the SKI conference proceedings via Zenodo. In addition to gaining experience with the review process, students should be aware that each paper is given a persistent identifier (DOI) and indexed, which may be useful for their CV.
Download the paper template here
ii) Abstract Submissions:
For students who have been registered in their programs for less than six months (as of the deadline of abstract submission), we invite submission of a short abstract (200–300 words). Short abstracts will not be included in proceedings but are an opportunity to discuss and receive feedback from your peers. Short abstracts should include the research context, goal, methods, anticipated results, and expected impacts. Short abstract submissions must be accompanied by an email or later from the student’s supervisor indicating they have reviewed and approved the submission and confirmation that the student has been in their program of study for less than six months. If new students have sufficient results, a comprehensive literature review or a well-developed methodology, we encourage them to submit to the paper stream.
Download the abstract template here
iii) Research Synopsis:
Faculty are alternatively invited to participate by providing a short research synopsis and a written summary of their research program. During the conference, each faculty will give a 2-minute elevator pitch highlighting the general scope of their research and submit a 300-word summary that will be posted on the conference website (note: summaries will not be part of the peer-reviewed proceedings).
Important Dates
Submission deadline: November 21 (End of day AOE)
Paper notifications: December 19
Camera-ready version due: January 16
Conference dates: February 19–22
Schedule
The full conference event will be held from Thursday, February 19 to Sunday, February 22, 2026. The conference begins with an icebreaker and social on Thursday night, with paper presentations commencing Friday, February 20 and continuing Saturday, February 21. Further details will be posted following the submission deadline.
Structure
The conference will be structured as a series of plenary sessions: each hosted by a moderator. Conference sessions will be designed around a rapid-communication format successfully used in medicine, neuroscience, and other disciplines. Each presentation will be 5-10 minutes (depending on paper format) with a short, shared opportunity for public questions. Additionally, each evening of the conference will include a dinner reception offering ample time for interaction and discussion. The two dinner receptions will also include a keynote address (Friday) and a Conference photo “competition.”
Conference Location
This year’s conference on Spatial Knowledge and Information Canada will be held at the Banff Park Lodge. A conference rate for guest rooms is available from Thursday through Saturday evenings.

Calgary GoGeomatics March Social
2026-03-24 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | Pig & Duke Neighbourhood Pub, 1312 12 Ave SW ·, Calgary, AB, Canada
Details

GoGeomatics Calgary Meetup
📍 Location: Pig and Duke Neighbourhood Pub, 1312 12 Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta
📅 When: Tuesday March 24, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Come join Calgary’s geomatics and geospatial community for an evening of relaxed conversation, networking, and connection. Whether you work in GIS, surveying, remote sensing, BIM, mapping, or any related field, this meetup is a chance to meet peers, exchange ideas, and stay plugged into what is happening locally.
These gatherings are casual and welcoming. There is no formal program — just good discussion and a chance to socialize with others who share your interests.
🌟 Highlights
• Meet other geomatics and GIS professionals in Calgary
• Discover what projects and technologies people are working with
• Share career insights, opportunities, and experiences
• Connect with students, early career professionals, and industry veterans
Guests purchase their own food and drinks, and the Pig and Duke offers a full menu if you want something during the meetup.
🚀 Group Leaders
The Calgary meetups are supported by local community members Darcy Roe and George Petropoulos, who help keep everything organized and make sure newcomers feel welcome.
📌 Note
This meetup was scheduled one week later than usual to avoid Saint Patrick’s Day festivities at the pub.
👉 Be part of Calgary’s growing geomatics and geospatial network.
RSVP now and bring a friend. 🌍

Calgary GoGeomatics April Social
2026-04-21 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | Pig & Duke Neighbourhood Pub, 1312 12 Ave SW ·, Calgary, AB, Canada
Details

GoGeomatics Calgary Meetup
📍 Location: Pig and Duke Neighbourhood Pub, 1312 12 Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta
📅 When: Tuesday April 21, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Spring is a great time to reconnect with Calgary’s geomatics and geospatial community. Join us for an evening of conversation, networking, and meeting new people who share your interest in GIS, surveying, mapping, remote sensing, BIM, 3D modeling, and everything in between.
These meetups are relaxed and informal. Come by after work, grab a drink, and settle in for good discussions with others working across Alberta’s geospatial sector.
🌍 Why Join This Month?
• Catch up on what others in the community are working on
• Compare tools, workflows, and field experiences
• Meet students and early career professionals entering the industry
• Share updates on projects, hiring, and training opportunities
• Enjoy a low pressure social setting that encourages real conversation
The Pig and Duke offers a full food and drink menu. Attendees purchase their own items, so feel free to order whatever you like during the meetup.
🚀 Local Organizers
Darcy Roe and George Petropoulos volunteer their time to help keep the Calgary GoGeomatics group active, welcoming, and consistent. Be sure to say hello if it’s your first time joining.
📌 Note
This is one of our last meetups before the summer break, so it is a great chance to come out and reconnect.
👉 Join us and help build Calgary’s vibrant geomatics community.
RSVP now and bring a colleague or friend. 🌟

11th Annual Digitalization & AI in Energy Canada Conference
2026-04-22 - 2026-04-23 | Westin Calgary Downtown, Westin, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Pioneering Canada’s Next Wave of Digital & AI Innovation in the Energy Sector
At the 2026 Digitalization & AI in Oil & Gas Canada Conference, you’ll join 450+ senior operators, data architects, AI innovators, and policy leaders to co-create Canada-tailored strategies and leave with an actionable roadmap for resilient, high-impact transformation.
What to Expect in 2026:
The event features expert panels, collaborative roundtables, hands-on tech workshops, and networking with 200+ industry leaders, offering practical insights on AI adoption, data governance, emissions monitoring, digital twins, and remote-operations cybersecurity.
Why This Matters for 2026
This program focuses on strengthening operational resilience in remote, high-risk environments using AI and analytics, improving profitability through data-driven optimization, empowering a next-generation workforce with advanced training and decision-support tools, and accelerating innovation by collaborating with Canada’s startup ecosystem to rapidly develop and scale digital solutions.
CA $800 Discount Expires on JAN 30 | REGISTER HERE

Canada’s National Geomatics Expo 2026
2026-10-26 - 2026-10-28 | Big Four Roadhouse – Expo Trade Show Floor
Canada’s National Geomatics Expo

October 26-28, 2026 | Calgary, Alberta, Canada
The Big Four Roadhouse in the BMO Centre
