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International Geospatial Digest for November 18th, 2024
1.) Many Geospatial Inventions Included in TIME’s 2024 List of Top 200 Inventions 2.) Satellite Imagery Can Identify Plastic on…
International Geospatial Digest for October 28th, 2024
1.) Tcarta advances coastal safety with satellite data 2.) Why there’s a rush of African Satellite Launches? 3.) Geospatial Tech…
Yes, Solar Storms Can Ruin Your GPS Day
During this peak year of the current solar cycle, there will be some very-GPS-unfriendly days. Being prepared can minimize the…
Visit Infosat Geomatica and the Canada Centre for Mapping and Earth Observation at Canada’s National Geomatics Expo
We’re excited to announce Infosat Geomatica and the Canada Centre for Mapping and Earth Observation, a branch of Natural Resources…
2024 GoGeomatics Back to School Socials & Pictures
The 9th annual GoGeomatics Back to School Socials were a great success! From coast to coast, we welcomed new and…
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…
Interview: How FHIMP is Strengthening Canada’s Flood Resilience Amid Rising Climate Threats
Flooding in Canada causes an average of $1 billion in damages annually, but the summer of 2024 was especially devastating,…
Building on Canada’s Cartographic Evolution: The Canada Maps Traveling Gallery
Mapping has a rich and storied tradition in Canada, reflecting the country’s diverse landscapes and complex geographic features. Indigenous peoples…
National Geomatics Expo 2024: Uniting Canada’s Geospatial Sector Under One Roof
The largest event of its kind in Canada’s geomatics community is gearing up to take place in Calgary from October…
Mapping Human Footprint: Uncovering the Hidden Impact on Ecosystems in Canada
As human activities increasingly transform ecosystems, the pressure on biodiversity across Canada is growing. The diverse geography of the second-largest…
Bob Maher: Back to School at COGS
On Friday, GoGeomatics hosted a back-to-school social at COGS (see previous post A Hidden Gem: Harbourville). It included a series of…
Interview: The Crucial Role of Geospatial Data and AI in Building a National Flood Strategy for Canada
Canada has faced a surge of extreme weather events in recent years, with devastating floods impacting communities nationwide. These events…
