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Recap of BeInspired'26!

Highlights

We were delighted to host a sold-out event filled with a day of learning, connection, and inspiration. From the engaging keynote by Dr. Tracey Lauriault, who set the stage beautifully, to the insightful exhibitor booths and presentations that followed, BeInspired truly lived up to its name.

We extend our sincere thanks to everyone who helped make the day so special:

  • Our attendees, for their enthusiasm and curiosity
  • Our speakers and presenters, for sharing their expertise
  • And our exhibitors, for sparking meaningful insights

Thank you all for being part of such a memorable experience!

Use the scroll bar to see all of the highlight photos from the day. To see the images at full screen, click on the image to expand it and use the navigation buttons to view the next photo.

Exhibitors and Sponsors

A huge thank you to our incredible sponsors for your generous support and partnership! Your commitment played a key role in bringing this event to life, and we truly couldn’t have done it without you.

Your displays, demonstrations, and insights brought energy and inspiration to the event, and we are truly grateful for the role you played in making it memorable. 

We’re grateful to have such strong partners alongside us and look forward to continuing to collaborate in the future!

Award Winners

Congratulations to our award winners! Your hard work and commitment to the geospatial community and industry is truly inspiring!

Best Challenge Awards

  • Best Public Sector GIS: City of Kitchener

  • Best Innovation in GIS: City of Ottawa

  • Best Small Organization GIS: Town of Stouffville

  • Best Open Source and Open Data: County of Frontenac 

Service Recognition Awards

  • GIS Leadership Award: Melanie Wawryk

  • GIS Hall of Fame Award: Matt Pietryszyn

  • GeoDynamo Award: Wendy Baldin

Other Awards

  • Data Architecture and Coding Competition Award: Nasim Shahvari

  • Nathan Adams Student Bursary: Nilanika Goonetilleke

  • Dr. Barry Wellar Young Professional of the Year Award: Jess Hobbins

  • MApps: Valen Anlon Noronha - Older Adults Story Map, Peel Region

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