David Yarnold has authored many impactful stories, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning report on the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake. As the President and CEO of the National Audubon Society, he championed environmental stewardship. In this interview, […]
Flooding in Canada causes an average of $1 billion in damages annually, but the summer of 2024 was especially devastating, with over $7 billion in insured losses from floods, fires, and hailstorms. As climate change […]
Mapping has a rich and storied tradition in Canada, reflecting the country’s diverse landscapes and complex geographic features. Indigenous peoples in Canada initially drew maps on the ground and in the snow, and sometimes recorded […]
As human activities increasingly transform ecosystems, the pressure on biodiversity across Canada is growing. The diverse geography of the second-largest country in the world — from the icy expanses of the Arctic to bustling urban […]
Canada has faced a surge of extreme weather events in recent years, with devastating floods impacting communities nationwide. These events have highlighted the urgent need for comprehensive flood management and climate adaptation strategies. Joanna Eyquem, […]
Apollo astronaut Maj. Gen. (ret.) William “Bill” Anders passed away on June 7 in the San Juan Islands, Washington. In 1968, as a historic Apollo 8 mission member, Bill Anders became one of the first […]
On behalf of the GeoIgnite team and committee members, we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all the sponsors and exhibitors who played a pivotal role in making GeoIgnite 2024 remarkable success! You […]
We are excited to announce the debut of a new awards program at this year’s Canada’s National Geomatics Expo, taking place in Calgary from October 28th to the 30th, 2024. The event returns to the […]