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Geographical Thinking from Esri Canada
Tune in for inspiring stories from thought leaders and GIS users across business, government and education in Canada. Get practical tips for applying geospatial thinking to tackle challenges -- from simple ones encountered in everyday life to the most complex issues our world faces today.
Episodes
- Geographical Thinking from Esri Canada
How Stouffville Turned GIS into a Service Platform
Local governments are under increasing pressure to deliver faster, more transparent services while meeting the growingexpectations of residents. But what if…
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Connecting Community in Cochrane Using GIS
Open data is often associated with transparency, but its impact can go far beyond simply making information available. When paired with GIS, it can help…
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Your Backstage Pass to the 2026 Esri Canada UC
The Esri Canada User Conference is back in 2026, and it takes a lot more than maps to bring it to life. In this episode of Geographical Thinking, host Michelle…
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Troubleshoot Like the Pros
What separates a quick fix from hours of frustration? Often, it's the way you approach the problem. In this episode of Geographical Thinking, host Michelle…
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Getting Technical: Summer 2026 GIS Update
On the Summer 2026 episode of Getting Technical, Esri Canada’s experts explore the latest innovations across the ArcGIS ecosystem. Jarrett Totton kicks things…
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When Data Becomes a Story: Inside the NAIT Indigenous Community Atlas Project
Behind every map is a story, and behind every story is a responsibility to understand and protect the landscapes that sustain us. In this episode of…
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Getting Technical: Spring 2026 GIS Update
In this seasonal edition of Getting Technical, we explore how AI is shaping the future of ArcGIS. Hawjin Falahatkar kicks things off with an overview of AI…
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Fathom Studio’s Approach to Data‑Driven Planning
In this episode of Geographical Thinking, host Michelle Brake sits down with Darian Shakerinia from Fathom Studio to explore how GIS is shaping the next…
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Getting Technical: Winter 2026 GIS Update
In this seasonal edition of Getting Technical, we’re unpacking the latest updates across the ArcGIS ecosystem. Malena McCrossan-Moses starts us off by digging…
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Designing for Everyone: Building Inclusive Digital Experiences
Behind every screen is a design decision and behind every decision is a responsibility: to make technology usable for everyone. In this episode of Geographical…
- Geographical Thinking from Esri Canada
Geographical Thinking Caps: Real Town or Movie Town
Pack your bags for a festive challenge! In this special Geographical Thinking Caps episode, we test your ability to separate fact from fiction. Contestants…
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Getting Technical: Fall 2025 GIS Update
In this edition of Getting Technical, we break down the latest updates across the Esri ecosystem. Jeff Petillion kicks things off with new capabilities in…
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Exploring The Library of Lost Maps
What makes a map “lost”? In this episode of Geographical Thinking, Michelle Brake welcomes Professor James Cheshire to explore The Library of Lost Maps, a…
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Inside the Esri Canada User Conference
The Esri Canada User Conference is back and it’s more than just maps! In this episode of Geographical Thinking, host Michelle Brake is joined by Mike Gregotski…
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Getting Technical: Summer 2025 GIS Update
In this first edition of Getting Technical, a new quarterly segment on the Geographical Thinking podcast, we explore the latest updates from the world of GIS…
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A Young Generation of Conservation Leaders
In this episode of Geographical Thinking, host Michelle Brake dives into the inspiring story of Ontario Nature’s Youth Council and their growing impact in the…
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Inside Overture Maps
Accurate, interoperable map data is the backbone of everything from navigation apps to emergency response systems. In this episode of Geographical Thinking…
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The Hidden Village of Clementsport
Once a bustling hub of shipbuilding and industry, the village of Clementsport, Nova Scotia, now holds much of its history in memory. But thanks to a powerful…
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Map It, Share It - But First, Read the License
Open data is meant to be shared, but it can quickly become a legal headache without a clear license. In this episode of Geographical Thinking, host Michelle…
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Zoom In on Renters’ Rights
What if renters had a map that helped them understand their rights? In this episode of Geographical Thinking, we dive into the story behind the Tenant Policy…
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Climate Action Plans with a Sunny Outlook
In this episode of Geographical Thinking, host Michelle Brake is joined by Sunny Fleming, Director of Environment, Conservation & Natural Resources Solutions…
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A Hub for Change
How can data and mapping technology drive social change? In this episode of Geographical Thinking, we explore the Community Prosperity Hub, a powerful…
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Whales or Whitecaps?
In this episode of Geographical Thinking, host Michelle Brake is joined by Dr. Mohamed Ahmed, Lead Data Scientist at Esri Canada, to explore how AI is…
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The Community Map of Canada: Where Stories Meet Data
The Community Map of Canada is a living, breathing map built by and for Canadians! In this episode, Alex Miller, president and founder of Esri Canada, talks…
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Icicle IQ
Bundle up and get ready to test your winter wisdom! In this frosty episode of Geographical Thinking Caps, we’re diving into the snowy world of geography and…
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Bringing History to Life with GIS
Imagine blending history, culture, and technology to create an interactive experience that helps preserve memories and share untold stories—sounds like magic…
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Data-Driven Destinations
In this episode of Geographical Thinking, we’re joined by Joe Amati, Senior Executive Director of Global Market and Brand Intelligence for Destination Canada…
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2024 Geospatial Reflections
As the year comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect on 2024—a year filled with innovation, breakthroughs, and unforgettable moments in the world of…
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Catching Up on Quiet
In this episode of Geographical Thinking, we welcome back Ingrid Buday, founder of No More Noise Toronto, to discuss the organization’s remarkable growth and…
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Changing the Landscape with Women+ in Geospatial
Get ready to explore how diversity is reshaping the geospatial field! In this episode of Geographical Thinking, we’re sitting down with Dr. Julia Wagemann from…
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How One GIS Analyst Keeps a Region Running
Get ready to map out some new territory as we dive into the world of GIS in regional management! In this episode of Geographical Thinking, we’re sitting down…
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Maps, Myths, and Monsters
Get ready for some serious brain-bending as contestants Mark Ho and Justin Brassard go head-to-head in Geographical Thinking Caps, our very own geospatial game…
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Redefining Rurality in Healthcare Access
Join us as we navigate the complex landscape of rural health care! In this episode of Geographical Thinking, we’re talking with Tomoko McGaughey, a researcher…
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Management Perspectives: Three Years of Geospatial Success in Medicine Hat
Get ready for a retrospective! It’s time for Management Perspectives, a special series of the Geographical Thinking podcast where we discuss how geospatial…
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Predicting Potential in Real Estate
Grab your maps and let's embark on a journey through the world of real estate innovation! In this episode of Geographical Thinking, we're exploring with…
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Spotlight on Spatial Report
In this special crossover episode, Geographical Thinking shines a spotlight on its sibling podcast, Spatial Report. We sit down with hosts, Mark Ho and Maggie…
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How GIS is Shaping Accessible Spaces
Curious about how cities can become more accessible? In this episode of Geographical Thinking, we're talking with Kate Clark and Katherine Deturbide from the…
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From Pixels to Peaks on the PCT
Grab your hiking boots and join us on a journey through the world of long-distance trails! In this episode of Geographical Thinking, we’ll be exploring with…
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The Cartographer’s Canvas
Get ready to dive into the vibrant world of mapmaking with Heather Smith on this episode of Geographical Thinking! Heather spills the beans on her cartographic…
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The Geography of Learning
Dust off those textbooks and sharpen your pencils because we're diving deep into the world of GIS education on this episode of Geographical Thinking! Join us…
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Geographical Thinking Caps: Destination Discovery
From the sandy shores of secluded islands to the bustling streets of exotic cities, this special edition of geographical thinking caps will put our…
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From Expedition to Inspiration
Grab your toque and prepare for an icy voyage to the ends of the Earth! In this episode of Geographical Thinking, host Michelle Brake speaks to Anais…
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Planting the Seeds of Change
Grab your gardening gloves as we dig into the world of ecological restoration. In this episode of Geographical Thinking, we’ll explore innovative strategies…
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Decoding Nature's Tiny Architects
Imagine a landscape where lichens are not just tiny patches on rocks and branches, but vibrant characters in a complex ecological story. In this episode of…
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Expanding GIS Adoption Inside and Outside the Classroom
How are Alex Trebek, K-12 education, and GIS all connected? This episode of Geographical Thinking connects the dots as Michelle Brake talks with Jean Tong and…
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Finding Missing Children Using the Latest Location-Based Technology
40 thousand children go missing in Canada every year. Missing Children Society of Canada is leveraging the latest location-based technology to ensure more…
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Harnessing Data for Purpose and Results
Turning data into actionable insights is the superpower that most organizations dream of having. Jan Kestle founded Environics Analytics twenty years ago and…
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Management Perspectives: Proving the Value of GIS at TD
In this episode of Geographical Thinking, Matthew Lewin, director of strategic advisory at Esri Canada, interviews TD’s associate VP of geospatial data and…
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How to Transform Your Community Risk Assessment Process for Less Than $100
In very little time with very little money, Georgina Fire and Rescue Services transformed their community risk assessment process. How did they do it? Esri’s…
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Solving Toronto’s Urban Noise Problem with GIS and Mapping Tools
Did you know noise is the #2 Urban Environmental Health Hazard affecting our sleep, our bodies and our minds? Making a ruckus about excessive noise in the big…
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Southlake Regional Health Centre and their Geoanalytics Pilot Projects
Southlake Regional Health Centre’s hyper-local interventions, tailored and targeted to the Northern York Region of Ontario, are gained through geoanalytics…
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How the Largest Commercial Real Estate Firm Uses GIS
CBRE is the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm. They have a team of GIS professionals who understand the potential of location…
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The Case for Converting Commercial Real Estate
The Canadian Urban Institute’s new report examines the hurdles to converting empty downtown buildings in eight Canadian cities. CUI’s executive director Mary…
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An Eye for A.I.: From the Spatial Report Podcast
As Guan prepares for a new season of Geographical Thinking, we're pleased to share a conversation with Esri Canada’s Genevieve George about GeoAI. This content…
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Geographical Thinking Caps: The Parks is Right
Put on your hiking shoes and pack your picnic basket. The funcast podcast is back, and this time we’re taking a leisurely stroll through your favourite parks…
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30 x 30 and The Science of the Possible
James Hardcastle, Associate Director of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), discusses the significance of the global initiative to…
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Geography in the Corporate Boardroom
GIS has entered the boardroom of investment firms and is now seen as a game-changer with regards to better understanding climate change and the long-term…
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Creating a More Climate-Adaptive City: LA's First Heat Officer
Marta Segura, Chief Heat Officer & Climate Emergency Mobilization Director for the city of Los Angeles, talks about using mapping and location technology to…
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Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services and GIS
An online app showing the locations of Naloxone kits in Newfoundland and Labrador became popular on social media in early 2023. Guan Yue spoke with Mark…
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Demystifying GIS in the Canadian Armed Forces
Did you know the vital role GIS professionals play in the Canadian Armed Forces? In this episode of Geographical Thinking, Guan Yue speaks with Lieutenant…