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.
Geographical Thinking from Esri Canada
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115 episodes
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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.
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Recent Episodes
May 28, 2026
When Data Becomes a Story: Inside the NAIT Indigenous Community Atlas Project
<p>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 Geographical Thinking, Michelle Brake is joined by Dave Blaine from the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) to explore the Indigenous Community Atlas Project and the broader Indigenous Community Atlas Project.</p><p>Together, they unpack how science, community knowledge, and storytelling come together to turn environmental data into meaningful guidance for land‑use planning and decision‑making. From engaging maps that resonate beyond technical audiences to stories that help balance development and conservation, this conversation highlights why how we present data matters just as much as the data itself.</p><p>Whether you’re a planner, researcher, GIS professional, or simply curious about how maps can drive better outcomes, this episode offers inspiration and practical insight into turning information into action.</p>
May 14, 2026
Getting Technical: Spring 2026 GIS Update
<p>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 across the ArcGIS ecosystem, breaking down GeoAI, AI assistants, and agentic AI, while also examining the role of security, trust, and Esri’s Trusted AI framework.</p><p>Then, Ben Mannell joins the conversation to share a developer’s perspective on AI in ArcGIS. He looks at how AI is influencing app design and development, what’s new in ArcGIS developer technology, and how emerging tools and SDKs are helping build the next generation of spatial applications.</p><p>Whether you’re an analyst, developer, or GIS professional curious about where AI is headed, this episode will help you stay informed, think critically, and work smarter with ArcGIS.</p>
March 19, 2026
Fathom Studio’s Approach to Data‑Driven Planning
<p>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 generation of community planning and design.</p><p>We discuss how GIS bridges the gap between conceptual design and real-world implementation, enabling planners to understand context, identify opportunities and navigate constraints with clarity. Darian shares real project examples, from land suitability analysis to an AI-driven parking study, illustrating how tools like drone imagery, aerial data and ArcGIS Pro’s object detection capabilities can transform workflows and uncover insights that traditional methods might miss.</p><p>Whether you're curious about the technology shaping today’s communities or looking for inspiration in your own spatial practice, this episode highlights how geography remains at the heart of thoughtful, resilient design.</p>
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