Geographic Information Science (GIS) Day
The GIS Lab in the School of Earth, Environment & Society will celebrate GIS Day on Wednesday, November 17, 2021. Researchers across several departments at McMaster University have shown innovative application of technology, data collection, geospatial information visualization, and thought leadership through geographic information systems.
Over 20 years ago, consumer advocate Ralph Nader presented an idea to Esri founder and president Jack Dangermond: dedicate one day to show how geographic intelligence touches everyone. That led to the establishment of GIS Day, which was first observed in 1999. 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.
This November, the GIS Lab at McMaster University will join hundreds of organizations from North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia in hosting virtual gatherings that will serve to ignite the imagination of the future geospatial innovators who will move the planet forward using GIS.
"This is an amazing event where all our users around the world get together to appreciate each other's work, whether it's jumping to action as first responders in flood zones and wildfires, or finding the best place to open a new business," said Dangermond. "We should be proud of the achievements our users make in the field of GIS, and this is a way to celebrate that. So thank you for all your work."
University Students/Staff/Faculty
GIS DAY - Wednesday, November 17, 2021 - For University Students/Staff/Faculty
McMaster's GIS Day this year consists of pre-recorded videos by members of the University community using GIS, talks focusing on themes relevant to both the social sciences and natural sciences. You are invited to watch any or all of the videos that will be released on GIS Day. If anyone has any questions or would like to get in touch with any of the presenters, please send an email to Patrick DeLuca (delucapf@mcmaster.ca)
Lightning Talks, Online
High School Students
GIS DAY - Thursday, December 9, 2021 - For High School Students - CANCELLED FOR 2021, We hope to see you in 2022!
Hosted by the School of Earth, Environment & Society; GIS Laboratory, this event fulfills part of the Ontario geography curriculum for grade 8, 9, 11, and 12 students. The annual GIS Day assists in raising the visibility of the field of geomatics among high school students and their teachers. High school students participate in various hands-on computer activities with ArcGIS, GPS, Map Skills and 3-D Lab demos.
Four hands-on workshops will be offered throughout the day. Registration is free and works on a first come, first served basis - please email delucapf@mcmaster.ca to register.
The sessions will run concurrently at:
Please provide the following information when registering:
A customized agenda will be sent to you once you have indicated the workshops you would like to attend.
For more information please email Patrick DeLuca
