First Nominations are in for Canada’s National Geomatics Expo Awards

Check out the first nominations for Canada’s National Geomatics Expo Awards.  There’s still time to nominate outstanding individuals and projects. Take this chance to spotlight the leaders pushing the boundaries of geospatial technology.

Game Changer Award Nomination

The Game Changer Award recognizes individuals or organizations that have demonstrated a significant impact on reshaping traditional practices or approaches within the industry. Nominees should exhibit a clear potential for long-term influence, driving future innovation and advancement in their field.

• ProDelta Projects
• Kirk Regular, Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University of Newfoundland
• Carina Butterworth, Geomatics Instructor, SAIT
  
• Taylor Geospatial Institute
• OnSite3D
• TopoDOT
• Balko Technologies
• OpenAI
• Victoria Fast, Associate Professor, U of C
• Claudia Cozzitorto, President, buildingSMART Canada
• Ecopia
• C. Kate Montiel, Party Chief Lot Grades, Watt Consulting Group Ltd.
• Betsy Basil, CAD Designer, EXP
• Paul Giroux, Founder, Slimgim.info
• Cliff Patterson, CEO of Luna Geospatial, Inc.
• Joann Fox, Program Director, Public Safety, Esri Canada
• Chris North, Principal, 43 North GIS Consulting
• Francois Laganiere, Partner, VP, Solutions Consortech inc.

Innovation Award Nomination

The Innovation Award honors individuals or organizations that have introduced unique and original innovations with practical applications and potential benefits to the geomatics community. Nominees should demonstrate evidence of successful implementation or promising development of their innovative contributions.

• Ryan Tulloch, President at ProDelta Projects Inc
• Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University of Newfoundland. Combine modern technology with mineral exploration and shipwreck preservation.
• Carina Butterworth, Geomatics Instructor, SAIT
• Taylor Geospatial Institute
• Looq AI
• Alexander Beaulieu, Director at Natural Resources Canada
• BeSpatial
• Chiranjib Chaudhuri, Vice President Research and Developement, Geosapiens
• Stephane Germain, President, GHGSat
• Ecopia AI
• BeSpatials annual conference
• SlimGim maturity model
• Qwhery
• Jeff Lamb, Founder, Pathfinders Exploration Community
• Monika Jaroszonek, Managing Director, Planning & Housing, Esri Canada

Thought Leadership Award Nomination

The Thought Leadership Award recognizes individuals or organizations that have made significant contributions to advancing knowledge and understanding within the geomatics field. Nominees should have a proven influence on shaping industry trends, practices, or policies, and demonstrate an ability to inspire critical thinking and thought-provoking discussions.

• Ryan Tulloch, President at ProDelta Projects Inc
• Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University of Newfoundland. Training modern students with modern technology.
• Carina Butterworth, Geomatics Instructor, SAIT
• Taylor Geospatial Institute
• Alexander Verbeek, Policy Director, The Environment and Development Resource Centre
• Dr. Dawn Wright, Chief Scientist of Esri
• Chris North, Principal, 43 North GIS Consulting
• Marikka Williams, Professor GIS, Fleming College
• Will Cadell, CEO, SparkGeo
• Alex Hill-Stosky, Manager of Reality Capture Development & Regulation (RCDR), Eagle Engineering and Consulting
• Wendy Baldin, Manager, Digital Transformation and Information Technology, Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority
• Andrew Satterthwaite, Manager, Special Projects, Data Analytics and Visualization Services Branch at York Region
• Ryan Garnett, Senior Manager Business Solutions, Halifax International Airport Authority
• Jeff Lamb, Founder, Pathfinders Exploration Community
• BeSpatial Ontario

Public Sector Focused Award Nomination

The Public Sector Focused Award honors individuals or departments that have effectively leveraged geomatics for the benefit of citizens and Canada at large. Nominees should demonstrate the significant impact of their initiatives or projects on public sector geomatics applications, show alignment with public sector needs and priorities, and exhibit collaboration and partnership with government agencies or organizations.

• Robert Pinkerton, Consulting Surveyor at Hoolet Geomatics Corp.
• Kirk Regular, Marine Geomatics Specialist, Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University of Newfoundland
• Alex Hill-Stosky, Manager of Reality Capture Development & Regulation (RCDR), Eagle Engineering and Consulting
• Craig Onafrychuk, Mapping & Geomatics Team Leader, Provincial Mapping Unit, Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources & Forestry
• Taylor Geospatial Institute
• Natural Resources Canada (GeoAI)
• David Harper, Director General for Environment and Climate Change Canada
• GeoNB
• Maxim Fortin, Engineering Advisor, Flood Modelling, Natural Resources Canada
• Michael Wulder – Research Scientist, Canadian Forest Service
• Mark Empey, Sessional Instructor, University of Calgary
• Dr. Paul Brett, Vice President, Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University of Newfoundland
• York Regions Data
• Analytics and Visualization Branch X 3
• GeoHub (Land Information Ontario)
• Nathan Childs, Information and Analytics Support Analyst at Niagara Region

Larger Picture, Strategy Award Nomination

The Larger Picture, Strategy Award recognizes individuals or organizations that have successfully implemented a strategic vision for the Canadian geomatics sector. Nominees should demonstrate a clear vision and strategic approach to addressing broader challenges or opportunities in the geomatics field, with consideration for long-term sustainability and scalability. Additionally, they should show evidence of integrating multiple perspectives and stakeholders in their strategic planning.

• Ryan Tulloch, President at ProDelta Projects Inc
• Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University of Newfoundland. Training modern students with modern technology.
• Alex Hill-Stosky, Manager of Reality Capture Development & Regulation (RCDR), Eagle Engineering and Consulting
• Taylor Geospatial Institute
• Maxar
• Heather McGrath, Geospatial Scientist, NRCan
• Rick Duchscher, Geomatics Engineer, Remotely-Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) pilot, and SAIT faculty member
• Alex Miller, President, Esri Canada Limited
• Matt Lewin, Director, Strategic Advisory Services, Esri Canada
• Gord McElravy, Business Development ManagerBusiness Development Manager, buildingSMART Canada
• Jeff Lamb, Founder, Pathfinders Exploration Community

Leadership Award Nomination

The Leadership Award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities and influence within the geomatics community. Nominees should show evidence of providing mentorship and support to emerging professionals, and their leadership efforts should have a significant impact on advancing the field and fostering collaboration.

• Robert Pinkerton, Consulting Surveyor at Hoolet Geomatics Corp.
• Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University of Newfoundland. Training modern students with modern technology.
• Carina Butterworth, Geomatics Instructor, SAIT
• Taylor Geospatial Institute
• Mack Kowalski, Co-Founder, LiDAholics consulting
• Dr. Nadine Alameh, Executive Director, Taylor Geospatial Institute
• Will Cadell, CEO, SparkGeo
• Robert Radovanovic, Adjunct Associate Professor, Schulich School of Engineering, University of Calgary
• Steve Hung-Ling Liang, Professor, Schulich School of Engineering, Department of Geomatics Engineering
• Alex Hill-Stosky, Manager of Reality Capture Development & Regulation (RCDR), Eagle Engineering and Consulting
• Dave MacLean, GIS Faculty, COGS
• John Houweling, Director Data, Analytics & Visualization Services, York Region
• Dan Bulger, Director Geospatial Infrastructure and Development, Esri Canada
• Lois Boynton, Vice President & General Manager, Esri Canada
• BeSpatial Ontario