BIM & GIS
The Story Beneath the Map
People open maps on their phones every day to check a route, locate a place, or understand what surrounds them. It feels simple, but a long history stands behind that moment. The journey to modern […]
geographic information systems
BIM & GIS
Esri Canada Joins GoGeomatics Expo 2025 as Bronze Sponsor
We are pleased to announce that Esri Canada, the nation’s leading provider of geographic information system (GIS) solutions, has joined GoGeomatics Expo 2025 as a Bronze Sponsor. The Expo will take place November 3-5, 2025 […]
Earth Observation
How Geospatial Data Show Us Our Real Environmental Crisis
The democratization of geospatial technology means that a farm manager in Costa Rica can check the exact moisture levels of every hectare through a simple phone app like CropX or Climate FieldView, predict pest infestations […]
BIM & GIS
Call for Canadian Cartographers to Exhibit Their Work at ICC 2025
Vancouver, B.C. – The upcoming International Cartographic Conference (ICC 2025) will be hosted in Vancouver August 18–22, 2025. Canada is calling on cartographers and map enthusiasts in the country to submit their best map products […]
Community
Reflections on Esri Canada’s Connected Canada Event in Ottawa
Hello, GoGeomatics community! I’m Farzaneh, and I’m excited to share some key highlights from the Connected Canada event, held on September 17, 2024, for the Federal Government at the Westin Hotel in Ottawa, hosted by […]
Education & Careers
GIS Heroes in The Geography of Hope: David Yarnold on Transformative Stories Behind Technology
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, […]
Community
Leading the Way: Peggy March on Her 2024 Geospatial Leadership Award and Geographic Education in Canada
There are people you meet during your life who are an inspiration to you and others. Peggy March is one of those people. Some might know her as RebelGeo on Twitter. Geography is of prime […]
Community
The GIS Industry at an Existential Crossroads
The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) industry has experienced numerous pivotal moments throughout its evolution. Each technological advancement—from the early days of workstations to the widespread adoption of desktop GIS, the integration of enterprise GIS, and […]