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AWARDS
The following awards will be presented at BeSpatial'25:
- Data Architecture and Coding Competition
- Best Challenge Awards
- MApps Awards
- The Nathan Adams Student Bursary
- The Young Professional of the Year Award
See below for details on each!
Data Architecture and Coding Competition We are excited to announce the launch of the Annual Data Architecture and Coding Competition - a joint initiative by BeSpatial Ontario and Canopy Mapping Co. We are seeking groundbreaking solutions - models, scripts, schemes, and applications. Share your problem-solving journey and contribute to our industry's growth. The winner will be announced at BeSpatial'25 and will take home a $500 cash prize and a prestigious trophy. |
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BeSpatial Best Challenge Awards The Geospatial and Information Community wants to recognize you for your hard work, creativity and dedication by giving you an opportunity to apply for one of our Best Challenge Awards (BCA). The 2025 winners will be announced at BeSpatial'25 on Tuesday, April 29th, 2025. Best Challenge Awards Categories · Best Public Sector GIS · Best Innovation in GIS · Small Organization GIS · Open Source GIS or Open Data Learn More Here! | BeSpatial MApps Awards Have you worked hard to create a map or application for your organization? This is your chance to show it off to other GIS professionals and colleagues from around the province at the annual BeSpatial event! The 2025 awards will be announced at BeSpatial'25 on Tuesday, April 29th, 2025, during the Awards Ceremony. Learn More Here! |
BeSpatial Student Bursary The Nathan Adams Student Bursary is an annual award that recognizes the contributions of students studying at Ontario post-secondary institutions to the geospatial and information community. This is a great opportunity for students to promote themselves and get recognition for their hard work by participating in industry events. Learn more about the bursary here! | Young Professional of the Year Award This award celebrates the incredible impact of young GIS professionals whose passion and talent are driving the industry forward, building resilient communities, and inspiring future geospatial leaders. It’s all about recognizing one exceptional individual who brings standout technical skills, fresh ideas, and real leadership to the field! By honouring this Young Professional of the Year, we’re shining a light on the unique role young professionals play in pushing GIS ahead and finding creative solutions to today’s real-world challenges. Learn more about the award here! |
About us: A geospatial and information-focused association that is recognized as the premier non-profit organization for the community in Ontario promoting information sharing and interoperability with other relevant professional organizations, government organizations, private industry and educational institutions.
Participating Geospatial and Information Community organizations are a cross-section of public, private and educational sectors.
Not yet a member? Join us!
Geospatial has a strong future. Your participation is an excellent opportunity for you to showcase how your organization has been dealing with business challenges by using the location of anything, which is increasingly becoming everything. The BeSpatial'25 conference provides an opportunity for geospatial professionals to showcase their achievements, best practices and challenges preparing for and adapting to the predicted and unpredicted changes in future. The presentation speakers will help your fellow geospatial community members and other participants to look into the glimpses of the geospatial future including creative strategies, geospatial intelligence, technological trends, legal issues, open data and stewardship. Our conference is designed to help geospatial and information professionals to:
We would love to hear from you. Please e-mail: BeSpatial with any questions! |
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