GeoIgnite 2025 Workshops: Unlock Your Potential with Skill-Building Sessions
GeoIgnite 2025 is right around the corner, and it’s your chance to enhance your geospatial knowledge and skills. Taking place from May 12-14, 2025, at the Ottawa Conference and Event Centre, Canada’s premier geospatial leadership conference will offer a range of specialized workshops and programs. Whether you’re looking to build your leadership skills, deepen your technical expertise, or gain insights into the latest trends in geospatial technologies, GeoIgnite 2025 has something for everyone.
Here’s a look at the exciting lineup of ticketed workshops you won’t want to miss:
Elevating Your Impact: From Technical Expert to Strategic GIS Leader
May 12, 8:30 AM
This half-day workshop is tailored for existing GIS professionals and those in management positions who wish to shift their focus from a technical “What and How” approach to a strategic, value-oriented “Who and Why” mindset. Learn how to use GIS as a tool to drive value within your organization and influence decision-making on a larger scale. Buy Tickets
The Attuned Leader: Mastering Leadership in the Geospatial Arena
May 12, 9:00 AM
This one-day leadership development program is designed for emerging and mid-level professionals in the geospatial industry. It focuses on building high-performing teams, improving communication skills, and learning how to lead with confidence in the rapidly changing geospatial sector. Buy Tickets
BIM & GIS: Smarter Data, Smarter Decisions
May 12, 9:30 AM
This workshop will help you understand the critical role of BIM (Building Information Modeling) in the geospatial landscape. Learn why BIM matters for GIS professionals and explore how the convergence of Digital Twins, BIM, and GIS is transforming industries by improving data management and decision-making processes. Buy Tickets
Geospatial Insights Over Lunch: Bridging the Two Solitudes – The Future of Canada’s Geospatial Industry
May 12, 12:00 PM
Join us for a thought-provoking lunchtime session as we explore the future of Canada’s geospatial industry. The session will address the relevance of the “Two Solitudes” concept within Canada’s geospatial ecosystem today, examining risks of new silos and opportunities for collaboration across provinces and sectors to strengthen the industry amidst global shifts. Buy Tickets (Complimentary for Keynote Speakers and Advisory Board Members)
bSC Foundational Certification & ISO 19650 Compliance
May 12, 12:30 PM
This in-depth workshop provides a comprehensive overview of buildingSMART Certification and offers insights into ISO 19650 compliance. Learn how these standards apply to the geospatial and construction industries and how they can enhance your organization’s approach to BIM management and digital project execution. Buy Tickets
Point Cloud Processing and Terrain Analysis in Global Mapper Pro
May 12, 1:00 PM
A hands-on workshop that dives into the 3D and terrain analysis capabilities of Global Mapper Pro. Learn how to process point clouds, create digital elevation models (DEMs), perform volume calculations, and share 3D datasets, enhancing your spatial data analysis capabilities. Buy Tickets
BIM-GIS Integration Workflow with Open-Source Tools
May 12, 3:00 PM
Explore how to integrate BIM and GIS using open-source tools. This workshop will cover the use of BonsaiBIM for IFC model preparation, QGIS for spatial data transformation, and Maplibre for web visualization, offering a practical approach to implementing GIS and BIM workflows using free software solutions. Buy Tickets
Looking for More?
GeoIgnite 2025 offers more than just workshops — it’s a unique opportunity to network, collaborate, and gain insights from industry leaders. The pre-conference day has a power-packed schedule, including several open sessions focused on building Canada’s geospatial self-reliance and addressing current industry challenges. ‘
And, don’t miss the main conference starting the following day, May 13, packed with exciting talks and networking opportunities. Check out the full conference program here.
Be sure to secure your spot today! GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!
We look forward to seeing you at GeoIgnite 2025!
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