OGC to Host the Canada Forum at GeoIgnite 2025

The Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) will host the OGC Canada Forum at GeoIgnite 2025, taking place from May 12-14, 2025 at the Ottawa Conference and Event Centre. The forum, scheduled for May 12, will focus on two critical topics: Canadian Geospatial Data Infrastructure (CGDI) and the integration of Building Information Modeling (BIM) with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

The Canada Forum will bring together thought leaders from industry, academia, Indigenous organizations, and government sectors to explore how these technologies can transform Canada’s built environment. Discussions will also cover the role of OGC standards in fostering interoperability and driving innovation within the geospatial and construction sectors. With the convergence of BIM and GIS technologies, the forum provides a timely opportunity to examine how these fields are shaping smarter and more sustainable urban spaces.

OGC welcomes all Canadian organizations, as well as those operating within Canada, to participate in this session, regardless of OGC membership status.

To ensure the forum aligns with participants’ needs, OGC is also hosting a virtual preview session on March 17 at 13:30 Eastern Time, lasting 90 minutes. This session is an opportunity for you to provide feedback and help us refine the agenda for the Canada Forum that will be held at GeoIgnite Ottawa 2025.

Please register using the following link: https://events.ogc.org/CanadaForumMarch2025.

Your input is essential in advancing geospatial technologies in Canada.

Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) is a co-chair of the organizing committee and playing a leading role in this important initiative. As part of this collaboration, the Canada Centre for Mapping and Earth Observation (CCMEO) will be an active participant in the Forum, highlighting its role in driving collaboration and advancing standards for the future of geospatial data in Canada.

About GeoIgnite

GeoIgnite is Canada’s premier geospatial leadership conference, offering a platform for industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators to collaborate and shape the future of geospatial technologies. The conference will focus on the intersection of geospatial technologies, AI, and Earth Observation, with an emphasis on sustainability and resilience in addressing global and national challenges. For more information about GeoIgnite 2025, registration details, and program updates, visit GeoIgnite.