Menu
Log in


BeSpatial is your geospatial connection - a hub bringing Ontario’s geospatial community together to collaborate, learn, and innovate across the industry.

BeSpatial supports Ontario’s geospatial community by offering meaningful opportunities to build connections, grow professionally, and advance geospatial implementations. As a non-profit association, we organize events and encourage members to collaborate in areas of common interest. 

Read More

Join Our Community

 

BeEducated

Check out our online and in-person events.

BeCommunity: December "Village" Connection

Network, learn, and share your community interests, goals and struggles through our online meeting.


We're here to support you; let's grow together!



Online meeting

Link to be provided


Wednesday, December 2nd, 2026

12:00pm - 1:00pm



Register Here


Digital Innovation for Environmental Leadership

Join us in Sudbury to learn how digital systems can be designed, governed, and scaled to drive smarter conservation decisions, greater efficiency, and measurable ecological results.


Science North - Vale Cavern

100 Ramsey Lake Rd, Sudbury


Thursday, January 28, 2027

8:30am - 4:00pm




Register Here


Missed a webinar/event?

Our members have access to past webinars and event presentations through our Members' Area. 


Members also receive exclusive access to our Quarterly RoundUp, featuring member projects, practical tools, success stories, industry updates and more!


Not yet a member? Check out our membership benefits here!




BeInformed

Career Opportunities

Explore the latest GIS opportunities and take the next step in your career by visiting our career board today.


Community

Find out what the geospatial community is up to! Local news, connections and information is at your finger tips, including access into our BeCommunity groups.


Join Our Newsletter

BeInformed - join our newsletter to stay updated on the latest news, events, and opportunities in the geospatial community.

BeInvolved

Present

Share your successes and discuss challenging solutions to everyday geospatial problems, with a captivated audience. Click the arrow to submit your presentation idea (in-person and online presentation options available)!


Describe

Have a project you’re proud of? Contribute a short paragraph about it to our newsletter and earn GISP Contribution Points. It might even be featured on our website for maximum visibility!

Contribute

Join us as a BeSpatial volunteer and grow your network, skills, and community impact alongside passionate GIS and data professionals! Click the arrow to check out the benefits of volunteering for BeSpatial.

BeCelebrated

We are proud of our members, and all that they accomplish! Every year, we present multiple awards at our in-person, annual event BeInspired, recognizing the outstanding accomplishments of individuals and teams.

Not yet a member? Check out our Member Benefits for more information!


Best Challenge Awards

Celebrate the trailblazers pushing the boundaries of GIS excellence across sectors - four award categories that spotlight innovation, impact, and outstanding achievement. Click to see how your work could shine.


Young Professional of the Year Award

Celebrate the next generation of GIS leaders! This $500 award spotlights one standout young professional whose creativity, technical talent, and leadership is making a real impact in the geospatial community.


Nathan Adams Student Bursary Award

A $500 bursary for Ontario students ready to jump‑start their geospatial journey. This bursary recognizes promising students and opens the door to industry exposure, professional connections, and meaningful recognition.

MApps (Maps and Applications) Award

You've worked hard to create a map or application for your organization and now is your chance to show it off to other GIS professionals and colleagues!

BeSupportive

Sponsorship opportunities are open for 2027! Join BeSpatial as a sponsor and connect with the brightest minds in the geospatial industry. Explore our sponsorship packages for more details.

Connect with our sponsors to learn how they can assist you in your own geospatial journey!

Sponsor Spotlight:

Without the continued support of our sponsors, we would not be able to invest in the new and improved services our members rely on. Thank you for being the backbone of our community.


Powered by Wild Apricot Membership Software