Canada is embarking on one of the largest infrastructure investments in its history — dedicating 1.5% of GDP to critical infrastructure as part of a broader 5% commitment in defence. This scale of spending represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity for the geomatics and geospatial sector. It also raises critical questions: Will procurement systems adapt to the urgency and innovation required? Will Canadian-developed solutions be prioritized? And how can our sector position itself at the centre of this national effort?

To help answer these questions, we have launched the Geomatics and the New Canadian Economy Survey.

Why This Survey Matters

The federal government’s ambitious defence and infrastructure agenda will rely heavily on data, mapping, positioning, and geospatial technologies. Yet too often, procurement processes overlook Canadian innovations in favour of foreign providers, or stifle new ideas under outdated rules.

This survey explores:

• Confidence in Canada’s economic and infrastructure direction
• How procurement can support innovation, resilience, and Made-in-Canada solutions
• Whether current systems are ready for the scale of projects being planned
• What policy and investment priorities will strengthen the sector’s role in the new economy

How Your Input Will Be Used

Your responses will:

• Inform advocacy and strategy within the Canadian geomatics sector
• Highlight key priorities for procurement reform, innovation, and resilience
• Guide collaboration between industry, government, and academia
• Contribute to reports and publications shared with policymakers, stakeholders, and the public

Your Voice Matters

Geomatics professionals understand better than anyone how critical data, mapping, and geospatial insight are to building resilient infrastructure. This survey is your chance to ensure our sector’s expertise is recognized and leveraged in Canada’s future economy.

It will be completely anonymous and only takes 3–4 minutes to complete. By sharing your perspective, you’ll help shape the policies and priorities that determine how geomatics contributes to Canada’s economic resilience and growth.