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Brad Maguire: GIS Instructor at Vancouver Island University
GoGeomatics: Welcome to the GoGeomatics Canada community. First off, can you tell us about where you are from and where…
Jobs & Networking in the Canadian Geomatics Community
Networking is key to finding a geomatics job, to be honest. If your only job-hunting strategy is to apply for…
Top Five Canadian Geomatics LinkedIn Groups
Since our Top 10 Canadian Geomatics Twitter feeds article was such a (controversial) hit, we’ve decided to do another entry…
Stephanie Murphy – GIS Analyst for the R.C.M.P
GoGeomatics Canada would like to welcome one of their editors, Stephanie Murphy. Stephanie graduated from Ryerson University with a Master…
Melanie Tranter – Land Use Specialist at NAV Canada
GoGeomatics Canada had the privilege of interviewing one of their very own editors, Melanie Tranter! GoGeomatics: We would like to begin by…
Jean-François Dionne – Senior Geomatics Specialist at WESA Group Inc in Ottawa
The first GoGeomatics Canada interview for February is with Jean-François Dionne. He is the Senior Geomatics Specialist at WESA Group…
Topcon Experienced Canadian Surveyor
We had the opportunity to talk with Mike Strutt about surveying and his career. Mike is one of the most experienced surveyors in Canada . began his survey career in 1974 and managed his first GPS project in 1987 while a field officer with the Geodetic Survey of Canada. Prior to joining Topcon where he now manages RTN Services, Support & Training, Mike spent in excess of 11 years and 10,000 hours delivering instruction on the use of GPS for surveying and mapping.
If you’re thinking about getting into surveying or just more about what a surveyor does this is a must read.
Spatial Ecologist and GIS Manager
Ted Elliot of LGL Limited environmental research associates helps to better explain and define what a Spatial Ecologist and GIS Manager’s role could be. A key to LGL’s success has been the stability of the company, resulting in low staff turnover. Several staff members have been with LGL for 30 years or more. This experience enables LGL to complete assignments efficiently, on time, and within budget, and with a high degree of scientific competence.
Project Manager – LIDAR Surveying
Find out what a Project Manager role with a LIDAR data Acquisition company is like and how you could get yourself into the LIDAR survey business. A very exciting and dynamic role for young people to keep up to date with changing technology and also have a chance to see the world while getting paid to do it.
