New Pathfinders Episode! Geoff Peat: The Map That Changed Everything “But I put out this map and suddenly people were looking at it… seeing connections, asking questions. That was my aha moment. I realized GIS was my collaboration tool.” Listen now! https://bit.ly/45BM7Aq

Exciting webinar coming up this Thursday, June 5th - 10am-11am! Creating Open Data & Analytics for Community Safety & Wellbeing by Ian Williams, Director, Information Management, Toronto Police Service Details here: https://bit.ly/458xa92 This webinar qualifies for GISP credits!

Fantastic keynote from @nerd4cities.bsky.social ! So inspiring!

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: Peter Bruijns, Executive Director | Sault Ste. Marie Innovation Centre 🌟 BeInspired with Peter Bruijns' presentation on data-driven decision-making. Learn how executives can tackle significant challenges, focusing on hospital wait times. www.bespatialontario.ca/event-5986300

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: Kris Philpott, Planview USL Ltd 🌟 BeInspired with his presentation on GIS-centric Digital Twins for municipal ROW management. Learn how integrating GIS data, subsurface info, & AI analytics can transform planning & maintenance. www.bespatialontario.ca/event-5986300

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: Greg Mortson, VP Account Management | Environics Analytics 🌟 BeInspired with Greg Mortson's presentation on understanding movement & demographics to improve service delivery. Learn about Mobile Movement Data, MoverStats, and NewToCanada. www.bespatialontario.ca/event-5986300

🌟 Panel Spotlight: Planning & Housing Panel 🌟 BeInspired with an insightful panel discussion featuring experts from Esri Canada, City of Barrie, & Bradford West Gwillimbury. Learn how GIS is transforming planning & housing strategies across municipalities. www.bespatialontario.ca/event-5986300

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: Chris Sambol, GIS Analyst | City of Guelph 🌟 BeInspired and learn how Guelph developed a GIS solution using Esri’s CCTV Manager to turn data into actionable information through GIS applications and dashboards. www.bespatialontario.ca/event-5986300

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: Susan Chin-Snelgrove 🌟 BeInspired with her presentation on the transformative impact of data, GIS, and analytics. Learn how integrating real-time insights with advanced mapping tools can revolutionize decision-making and drive innovation. www.bespatialontario.ca/event-5986300

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: Brent Bigford & Brooke Hewitt 🌟 BeInspired with this presentation on how Thunder Bay is saving time and improving parcel mapping data quality. Learn about the transition from ArcMap to ArcGIS Pro Parcel Fabric and its benefits. www.bespatialontario.ca/event-5986300

🚨 Time is running out to Register for BeInspired! 🚨 Registration closes at midnight on Thursday, April 24th. Secure your spot now! 📅 BeInspired Event Date: Tuesday, April 29th 📍 Location: Holiday Inn Burlington Conference Centre, Burlington, ON 🔗 Register Here: bit.ly/3ElLKyS

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: Wendy Baldin & Paul Giroux 🌟 BeInspired with this presentation on mastering GIS maturity with Slimgim for strategic transformation. Learn how the Slimgim Maturity Method develops enterprise roadmaps and drives digital transformation. www.bespatialontario.ca/event-5986300

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: Robert Babin, Senior Researcher - Data and Analytics | MPAC 🌟 BeInspired & learn how MPAC's Research, Insights & Engagement Team collaborates with the Data Visualization Team to bring property insights to life through digital tools. www.bespatialontario.ca/event-5986300

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: Alex Howlett | Eos Positioning Systems 🌟 BeInspired with Alex Howlett's presentation on enhancing geospatial solutions with advanced GNSS technology. Learn about the latest GNSS advancements and their impact on various sectors. www.bespatialontario.ca/event-5986300

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: James Donaldson 🌟 BeInspired with his presentation on Canadian municipal success stories using oblique imagery. Learn how EagleView’s high-resolution, multi-angle imagery enhances GIS capabilities, asset management, and decision-making. www.bespatialontario.ca/event-5986300

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: Sophia Craig, Brendan Coles, & Cory MacNeil 🌟 BeInspired with this presentation on Situational Awareness Manager (SAM). Learn how this GIS-based application enhances situational awareness and communication during emergencies. www.bespatialontario.ca/event-5986300

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: Mark McKnight, Chief Information Officer | Toronto & Region Conservation Authority 🌟 BeInspired with Mark McKnight's presentation on avoiding strategic disillusionment. Learn how to keep momentum & navigate challenges in delivering change. www.bespatialontario.ca/event-5986300

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: Jayraj Sarda & Paul Giroux 🌟 BeInspired with Jayraj Sarda & Paul Giroux's presentation on UX-focused dashboard design. Learn how to transform geospatial dashboards into intuitive decision-making tools. www.bespatialontario.ca/event-5986300

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: Christie-Lee Hazzard, Julie Millson, & Nick Koopman 🌟 BeInspired with this presentation on Next Generation 9-1-1 excellence. Learn how collaboration enhances knowledge, streamlines processes, & elevates data quality for emergency response. www.bespatialontario.ca/event-5986300

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: Shayla Spalding, Researcher | University of Guelph 🌟 BeInspired with Shayla Spalding's presentation on bridging Guelph’s digital divide. Learn how visualizing community-level broadband strategies can reduce digital inequity. www.bespatialontario.ca/event-5986300

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: Brittany Yu & Sarah Sibbett, esri Canada 🌟 BeInspired with Brittany Yu & Sarah Sibbett's presentation on parcel mapping in Ontario municipalities. Discover innovative projects and how they support key business activities. www.bespatialontario.ca/event-5986300

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: Greg Babinski | GIS Management Academy 🌟 BeInspired with an engaging dinner event and interactive workshop led by Greg Babinski. Dive into GIS, spatial analysis, and data management as Greg leads a thought-provoking Q&A session. www.bespatialontario.ca/event-5986300

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: Ryan Poyntz | Teranet Inc. 🌟 BeInspired with Ryan Poyntz's presentation on transforming spatial insights. Discover how Teranet's land and property data & advanced imagery solutions optimize GIS resources and enhance location intelligence. www.bespatialontario.ca/event-5986300

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: Peter Calcetas 🌟 BeInspired with Peter Calcetas' presentation on strategic decision-making. Learn how informed collaboration can balance profit, execution, stakeholder engagement, & sustainability. Details: www.bespatialontario.ca/event-5986300

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: Joseph Nicolas & Nolan Pilozo, GIS Analysts | ARUP 🌟 BeInspired with a presentation on geospatial processes for large infrastructure projects. Learn how ARUP's platform integrates data, enhances collaboration, & supports project delivery. www.bespatialontario.ca/event-5986300

🌟 Speaker Spotlight: Ray Delahanty, CityNerd @nerd4cities.bsky.social 🌟 Join us at BeInspired for an insightful presentation by Ray Delahanty, the mind behind the popular YouTube channel CityNerd! Tuesday, April 29th, Holiday Inn Burlington Conference Centre, Ontario 🔗 Register Now: bit.ly/3ElLKyS

The early bird deadline for registration for BeInspired is coming up fast! Register by Friday, March 21st to enjoy exclusive rates and a chance to win an Ember Travel Mug! More details and registration for our BeInspired event is here: bit.ly/3wIrIdH

BeInspired Keynote Spotlight! Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to see Ray Delahanty @citynerd in person! Register here: bit.ly/3CKyF1m 📅 Event Details: 🗓️ Date: Tuesday, April 29th 🕗 Time: 8am - 5pm 📍 Location: Burlington Holiday Inn and Conference Centre, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Welcome to futurenew: The Future of Geospatial Innovation. Join canopy mapping co. in-person or online on May 30th! Details here: bespatialontario.ca/event-5991027

We are thrilled to invite you to our in-person conference: From Education to Experience to Excellence! Join us Tuesday March 18th in the County of Peterborough! bespatialontario.ca/event-6061510

🌍✨ The BeSpatial Student Bursary honours the memory of Nathan Adams, a talented GIS student who tragically passed away in 2021. This $1000 bursary is awarded to students in Ontario pursuing studies in GIS. Apply today! www.bespatialontario.ca/Student-Burs...

Did you know that there’s a place called Valentine, Nebraska, or that Love, Saskatchewan is a real location? Join us Wed Feb 19th at 12pm EST for some spatially sweet trivia! Winner takes home a $25 gift card! bespatialontario.ca/event-6071031

Young Professionals wanted! Nominate your peers today, or share this with a little “hint hint, nudge nudge” to encourage your friends/colleagues to nominate you! Details here: bespatialontario.ca/page-18420

Greater Toronto Area! See you in late April (especially you geographic information systems nerds) www.bespatialontario.ca

Join the geospatial community in Burlington, Ontario for a full-day event with inspiring speakers, presentations, networking, exhibits, and more! 🗓️ When: April 29, 2025 ⏰ Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM 📍 Where: Burlington Holiday Inn & Conference Centre bespatialontario.ca/event-5986300

🌟 Introducing BeSpatial Ontario to Bluesky! 🌟 We're excited to bring BeSpatial Ontario, the leading geospatial non-profit in Ontario, to Bluesky! 🌍✨ Follow us here on Bluesky for the latest updates and opportunities! 🌟 Check out our comments for more details.