The Town of Huntsville invites residents to the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Day celebration hosted in Partners Hall, 37 Main Street East on November 15, 2017 from 11:00am to 2:00pm.
Founded over 17 years ago, GIS Day was dedicated to show how geographic intelligence touches everyone. The explosion of geospatial technology since then has expanded that idea into a global event that demonstrates how far GIS extends into people’s lives, and a forum for users to showcase their unique GIS accomplishments.
On November 15, the Town of Huntsville will join hundreds of organizations from North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia in hosting gatherings that will serve to ignite the imagination of the future geospatial innovators who will move the planet forward using GIS.
The Town of Huntsville, along with local professionals and Ryerson University Students, will be on hand to showcase how GIS technology is used to make a difference in our community. Join us for a series of special presentations on the power of technology in understanding the world around us:
Tulloch Engineering, will provide a GIS field work presentation related to groundwater studies and hydrology as well as a storm sewer project they are currently completing for the Town of Huntsville.
Ryerson University Masters of Planning and Urban Development Department will demonstrate how they are using GIS technology and Town of Huntsville data to facilitate their visioning and strategic planning study for Brendale Square.
Plan Muskoka, a local planning consultant, will present on how the Town’s detailed elevation data is used for planning applications and local development.
Everyone is invited to this free community event and light snacks will be available. No need to RSVP. Just bring your curiosity. We look forward to seeing you here and enjoying a lively discussion!
For more information on how the Town of Huntsville is innovating through the application of GIS, visit huntsville.ca/gisday. Contact Margaret Stead, event organizer, at 705-789-1751 if you require special accommodation.
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