Speakers at the Geodetic Picnic 2023

We're excited to invite you to the 2023 Annual Geodetic Picnic, where we'll be diving into some fascinating topics with a lineup of awesome speakers. Here's a sneak peek at what's in store:

Michael Masciotra and Suren Sukumarsath will be shedding light on the Importance of Accurate Cadastral Data for Rail and Transit projects. Get ready to explore how this data plays a crucial role in shaping transportation infrastructure.

Susanne Klassen will be taking us through the State of Cloud-based GIS Data Models. Discover how the cloud is revolutionizing the way we handle geographic information and the benefits it brings to the table.

Morgan Goadsby and Ron Berg will be sharing insights on Reference Frame Modernization in Ontario. Join them as they discuss the advancements and challenges in modernizing reference frames, and the impact it has on geodetic surveys.

Dave Ness will be your guide in Navigating the Datums of the Trent Severn Waterway. Learn about the intricacies of datums and how they affect navigation along this beautiful waterway.

So mark your calendars and join us for an engaging and informative event. We can't wait to see you there!

When: Friday, October 13, 2023, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: Isaiah Tubbs Resort and Conference Centre, 1642 County Rd 12, Prince Edward County, ON K0K T20

Cost: Members $100 + HST | Non-members $150 + HST

The annual picnic embraces a day of interesting talks and discussions, excellent exhibitor and networking opportunities, and a truly awesome BBQ lunch. The event is organized by the AOLS with the purpose of focusing on applications that link the geodetic sciences to the needs of the user community. This event is sponsored by the Continuing Education Committee of the AOLS.

The Geodetic Picnic Program: Four (4) Formal CPD Hours

8:15 a.m.

Coffee and nametag pickup

9 a.m.–12 p.m.

Morning Session Topics (as described above)

1:30–3 p.m. – Afternoon exhibitor session and other demonstration. Equipment and software demos and networking

Morning coffee and lunch are included in the registration cost and will be served on site.

Who Should Attend?

We are seeking to attract both the “traditional” and “non-traditional” users of geodesy. For instance, if you are a surveyor, forester, marine biologist, geographer, real estate agent, mining geologist, engineer, municipal infrastructure manager, communications specialist, or any member of the unlimited user community for geospatial technology and applications, you should attend this event. 

Deadline To Register: September 29

Register Now: https://pheedloop.com/geodeticpicnic2023/site/home/

Questions? Please contact James Ferguson at james.ferguson@tulloch.ca or Ron Berg at ron.berg@ontario.ca. 

Remembering Jeff Lem

Although Jeffrey Lem was not a land surveyor, he had a very strong interest in the profession of Land Surveying and had significant impact on the land surveyors through his role as Director of Titles of Ontario (the D.O.T.)

Jeffrey was also a prolific writer on real property and wrote a foreword to the must have real estate law text, 'Principles of Boundary Law in Canada' by Izaak deRijcke.

To share your condolences, please proceed to Jeffrey's Memorial page below:

https://chapelridgefh.frontrunnerpro.com/book-of-memories/5265849/Lem-Jeffrey/index.php

Land Registration and National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation falls on a Saturday this year, which means government staff will be off on Monday, October 2nd. Teraview® and OnLand systems will be up and running for all electronic registrations and searches.

Any inquiries related to land registration or submission of paper documents or plans will be addressed on October 3rd.

View the attached document to learn more.

View the attached document to learn more.

Credential Recognition Survey

By Yvonne Ferrer, Director Settlement Services Branch

I write to you in your capacity as regulated bodies under the Fair Access to Regulated Professions and Compulsory Trades Act, 2006 (FARPACTA).

I am pleased to inform you that the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development has launched a survey to help identify opportunities to improve credential recognition for both internationally trained newcomers and individuals certified in another province seeking a licence in Ontario. The survey will gather input from a broad range of partners and stakeholders to help inform options on how the credential recognition system could be strengthened.

We are asking for your support to complete the survey and promote it among internationally trained individuals and those certified in other provinces who have recently moved/planning to move to Ontario, particularly those with a background in a regulated profession or skilled trade. The survey includes questions aimed at both internationally trained individuals, domestic labour mobility applicants and regulatory bodies.

The survey seeks input on:

• Opportunities for improvements in the registration process for regulated professions and skilled trades within Ontario
• Supports that will help people get registered in a regulated profession or skilled trade, including those with education, training and/or work experience from outside of Ontario or Canada
• Challenges specific to people who are registered in a regulated profession and skilled trade in another Canadian province or territory, who are applying for a licence in Ontario

The survey will run from August 30, 2023 to September 25, 2023, and can be accessed at: https://www.ontario.ca/page/survey-credential-recognition.

The survey is available in English and French, and ten other languages (Arabic, Bengali, Chinese (Simplified), Gujarati, Hindi, Punjabi, Spanish, Tagalog, Ukrainian, and Urdu).

We would appreciate your support in promoting the survey. This could include emails to your clients, social media posts, newsletter or webpage features. Your organizations are also welcome to share the ministry’s upcoming posts on LinkedIn, Meta platforms (Facebook and Instagram), and Twitter.

If you have any questions, your may write to credentialsurvey@ontario.ca.

Thank you,

Yvonne Ferrer, Director, Settlement Services Branch

Electronic Parcel Maps Improvements

By Ken Wilkinson, Examiner of Surveys 

This announcement is to notify you of to notify you of some forthcoming enhancement to Electronic Parcel Maps.

Previously when searching a property by map, there were instances where the Reference Plan Number did not display in its exact location on the Parcel Map.

As of September 16, 2023, improvements will be made, on an ongoing basis, to the Reference Plan location on the Parcel Map. New Reference plans will be placed and tied to their actual location.

Plans deposited prior to September 16, 2023 will continue to be found generally within the affected PIN(s) on the Parcel Map. Over time surveyors and others will be better able to identify which plans they need to obtain for their projects.

The Teraview announcement is found here: Improved Map Search Precision – Teraview

Measure Up Podcast

By Luke McCarthy and Rebecca Grieve

Luke McCarthy and his cohost Rebecca Grieve have a survey podcast.  Luke and Rebecca want to hear about all of your ‘cool’ surveying stories!!  Maybe you encountered some interesting wildlife during a field visit or had an interesting survey project the world would want to hear about! Email Luke at luke.mcarthy@ibwusrveyors.com to be their next guest and let the world know how amazing our profession is.

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