As Canada enters yet another year of severe and increasingly frequent climate events — from early-season wildfires to flash floods and coastal erosion — governments are under growing pressure to adapt faster and act smarter. […]
At GeoIgnite 2025, Dr. Shusen Wang, Senior Research Scientist at Natural Resources Canada’s Canada Centre for Mapping and Earth Observation (CCMEO), presented a comprehensive overview of using satellite Earth Observation (SEO) for monitoring Canada’s terrestrial […]
The need for rapid response to devastating natural disasters has always existed, but technological limitations have gotten in the way in the past. However, with the rapid development in Earth Observation capabilities in recent times, […]
Recent advancements in geospatial and AI technologies are driving transformative changes across industries. These emerging trends, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and innovation, are unlocking new possibilities for addressing global challenges. Some of these […]
At a time when governments are grappling with climate risks, infrastructure demands, and digital transformation, Eric Loubier, Director General of the Canada Centre for Mapping and Earth Observation (CCMEO) at Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), delivered […]
GeoIgnite 2025, Canada’s premier geospatial conference, is packed with insightful sessions that focus on Earth Observation (EO) and how it’s shaping the future of industries like climate resilience, urban planning, and disaster management. The event, […]
GeoIgnite 2025 is fast approaching and it’s shaping up to be an essential event for those in the Canadian geospatial industry. This year’s keynotes will feature a series of high-level discussions that dive deep into […]
Are you a student at a Canadian post-secondary institution with a passion for geomatics, geospatial data, mapping and problem-solving? Take on the challenge at the GeoIgnite 2025 Hackathon on Building Resilience with GEO.ca! This virtual […]