SAVE THE DATE
- DATE: Wednesday, November 6, 2024 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
- LOCATION: McMaster Innovation Park, 175 Longwood Road South, Hamilton, ON L8P 0A1
- Education & Knowledge Transfer: Hear case studies and presentations on the impact of technology on public services and infrastructure, and discover real-life best practices.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry leaders, vendors, and peers to discuss the latest tools, products, and innovations.
- Continuing Professional Development: Earn credits towards your PEO PEAK and OACETT CPD requirements.
- Interactive Judging: Participate in the final judging of Canadian technology projects and gain recognition for your contributions.
Agenda:
| 8:00-9:00 | Breakfast and Networking |
| 9:00-9:15 | Opening Remarks |
| 9:15-9:45 | Northern BI: The latest of NBI and Geotab to maximize government fleet operations |
| 9:45-10:15 | City of Peterborough: Smarter Fleet - Safer Streets: The Positive Power of Technology Enriched Risk Management |
| 10:15-10:45 | Break/Networking |
| 10:45-11:15 | Town of Lincoln: Leveraging Advanced Distribution Monitoring to Reduce Water Loss and Improve Operations |
| 11:15-11:45 | Town of Tecumseh: The Building of a Rural Town's Spatial Easement Inventory |
| 11:45-13:15 | Lunch, Networking |
| 13:15-13:45 | Builterra: Enhancing Public Sector Construction Project Delivery using Builterra's Digital Pathway |
| 13:45-14:15 | City of Markham: Get with the beat (of data) – a new era of convenience with pavement assessments powered by CITYROVER Pulse |
| 14:15-14:45 | Break/Networking |
| 14:45-15:15 | Oxford County: Plant Capacity Expansion via Membrane BioReactor Technology of the Drumbo WWTP |
| 15:15-15:45 | IT Pipes: Data Challenges and Sewer Network Management: A Municipal View |
| 15:45-16:00 | Project of the Year Vote and Closing |
Presentations:
Smarter Fleet – Safer Streets: The positive power of technology enriched risk management
The City of Peterborough has advanced their use of integrated technologies to optimize their fleet, routes, response times, incident investigations & claims defense, community engagement and so much more! Today’s presentation will provide a whirlwind look at some of the partners and processes they use at Peterborough Public Works.
Leveraging Advanced Distribution Monitoring to Reduce Water Loss and Improve Operations
This presentation will explore how Lincoln successfully utilized advanced distribution monitoring, incorporating AMI data and smart hydrants, to reduce water loss and optimize the overall performance of their distribution system. As a result of the program's success, Lincoln was awarded the 2023 OWWA Water Efficiency Award and the 2024 Environmental Leadership & Sustainability Award, recognizing its significant impact on both efficiency and sustainability.
The Building of a Rural Town’s Spatial Easement Inventory
In order for the Town of Tecumseh to improve asset management, data accuracy and integrity, Teranet helped implement an easement program to identify, validate and map the Town’s registered municipal easements related to their infrastructure. Understanding the distinctive needs of a small municipality, Teranet developed a phased project approach to digitally transform Tecumseh’s easement inventory to improve staff access to the vital information required to serve their community.
The latest of NBI and Geotab to maximize government fleet operations
In this session, we will explore Northern BI and Geotab elevates telematics services and delivers enhanced value to public-sector clients. The presentation will provide insight into the latest features, dashboards, updates, and products from Geotab, focusing on how these innovations drive efficiencies and improvements for municipal and public-sector fleets. The presentation will highlight Northern BI’s Data Exchange and it’s role in unlocking deeper insights and maximizing the potential of telematics data, including real-world case studies that demonstrate the impact of telematics on public safety fleet operations. Learn how these advanced solutions improve safety, response times, and operational oversight for emergency services and law enforcement agencies.
Data Challenges and Sewer Network Management: A Municipal View
Effective management of sewer networks is essential for maintaining urban infrastructure and ensuring public health. However, municipalities face numerous challenges in collecting, managing, and utilizing data to monitor and optimize these systems. This presentation explores the key data-related issues that cities encounter in sewer network management, including data fragmentation, inconsistent reporting, integration with legacy systems, and real-time monitoring. We will examine how these challenges impact decision-making and operational efficiency, and discuss strategies to overcome them, such as implementing standardized data protocols, investing in smart technologies, and fostering cross-department collaboration. By addressing these data challenges, municipalities can enhance their ability to maintain, upgrade, and expand sewer infrastructure, ultimately leading to improved service delivery and sustainability.
Enhancing Public Sector Construction Project Delivery using Builterra’s Digital Pathway
This presentation will outline Builterra as a comprehensive digital platform offering significant value-added benefits across the entire lifecycle of construction projects. By facilitating a seamless "digital pathway" from CAD/BIM design to post-construction inspections, Builterra enhances efficiency, accuracy, and collaboration within organizations.
Get with the beat (of data) – a new era of convenience with pavement assessments powered by CITYROVER Pulse
Step into the future of pavement management with this cutting-edge session on how data-driven technologies are transforming municipal infrastructure assessments. Representatives from the City of Markham and Visual Defence will introduce CITYROVER Pulse, an innovative tool that harnesses the power of data and AI to streamline pavement assessments.
Plant Capacity Expansion via Membrane Bio Reactor Technology of the Drumbo WWTP
Increasing the capacity of an existing wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) involves multiple considerations, chief among them being the space available at the plant site. In heavily constrained sites, proper use of technology can allow gaining large hydraulic capacities that meet stringent effluent criteria while maximizing use of existing assets. This presentation showcases how employing MBR technology increased the capacity of the Drumbo WWTP, Oxford County, within a restricted site space. The design and technology used also made provisions for future capacity increase within the structures built/retrofitted as part of the project, while also coordinating shared assets with the County’s Water Operations to meet the operational and maintenance requirements of the drinking water system infrastructure located within the same site
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Cassandra Babcock Director of Public Works Operations, City of Peterborough |
Casey is a 25 year veteran of public service, working her way up from a parks labourer, to a plow operator, through to supervisor, manager and she is now the Director of Public Works Operations. She believes technology has advanced our operations greatly in the last 2 decades but more significantly the last 5 years of hardware integrations and a wealth of sector best practices has provided opportunities to learn from and lead operational change. Her focus is based on streamlining operations, making workspaces safer and more accessible, managing our assets and utilizing data to expand and improve our levels of service.
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Gillian Harris - Director, Engineering and Distribution Optimization, Diameter Services |
Gillian brings over 16 years of experience in the fields of water, wastewater, and stormwater. Her expertise includes studies and investigations, design, construction support, change management, operations, optimization, and strategic planning. She provides a unique blend of engineering consulting, operational, and municipal leadership experience, enabling her to offer solutions that meet current needs while considering long-term operational and financial impacts. With her extensive background in both the consulting and municipal sectors, Gillian leverages her deep understanding of engineering and operations to bring forward cost-effective actionable plans to optimize water distribution systems.
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Vanna You - Compliance Supervisor for the Town of Lincoln |
Vanna is the Compliance Supervisor for the Town of Lincoln. He brings over 10 years of experience in the fields of compliance and health and safety in drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater. His expertise includes regulations, training, auditing and licensing.
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Steven Dollmaier, Operations Department, City of Markham |
Steven Dollmaier is a dedicated municipal operations professional with a strong background in environmental engineering. He holds an Advanced Diploma in Environmental Engineering from Georgian College and brings years of expertise to his role in the City of Markham’s Operations Department. Steven is passionate about integrating innovative technologies and sustainable practices to improve municipal infrastructure. His work focuses on leveraging data-driven solutions to enhance efficiency in public works and city operations, ensuring that the City of Markham remains at the forefront of smart infrastructure management.
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Den Ibana, Business Engagement Manager, CityROVER Inc. |
Den Ibana is the Business Engagement Manager at CityROVER Inc., where he plays a pivotal role in fostering relationships between public sector clients and cutting-edge technology solutions. With a deep understanding of municipal needs and a passion for innovation, Den helps cities streamline their operations using advanced tools like CITYROVER Pulse. His expertise lies in bridging the gap between technology and practical application, ensuring that clients maximize the benefits of smart data-driven solutions. Den's work supports the adoption of efficient, sustainable practices in urban infrastructure management across municipalities.
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Jamie Kell, GIS Technician, Town of Tecumseh |
Jamie Kell has been a dedicated GIS Technician for the Town of Tecumseh since 2007, bringing over 15 years of expertise in geographic information systems to municipal operations. Jamie's work focuses on utilizing GIS technology to enhance urban planning, infrastructure management, and decision-making processes. With a strong commitment to improving the efficiency and accuracy of the town's spatial data, Jamie plays an essential role in supporting Tecumseh's public works, environmental projects, and community development initiatives. His extensive experience has made him a key asset in integrating advanced GIS solutions into municipal services.
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Richard Norris, Senior Manager, Strategic Accounts for the Municipal and Provincial sector. |
Richard Norris is a Senior Manager of Strategic Accounts, specializing in the municipal and provincial sectors. With extensive experience in building strong partnerships and delivering tailored solutions for public sector clients, Richard is adept at navigating the unique challenges faced by municipalities and provincial agencies. His expertise in account management and strategic planning ensures that his clients receive the highest level of service and support. Richard's commitment to driving success through collaboration and innovation has made him a trusted leader in the public infrastructure and services sector.
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Jeremy Spira, Business Development Manager, Northern Business Intelligence |
Jeremy is the Business Development Manager for Northern Business Intelligence. With a passion for the automotive industry and a love for helping customers, Jeremy is excited to use his knowledge of vehicles and fleets to help customers make informed decisions. Prior to joining NBI, Jeremy ran his own fleet consulting business and was a Director of Business Development in the legal tech industry. He spent many years in the car rental/car-sharing world, learning about the benefits of real-time vehicle diagnostics and location information. Jeremy is always up for a discussion on future fleet trends and electrification. In his spare time, Jeremy enjoys waterskiing, road-tripping, and spending time with his family.
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Nolan Gardiner, Senior Account Executive, ITpipes |
Nolan is a dynamic and dedicated professional who graduated from Dalhousie University in 2019 with a degree in Commerce. Over the past five years, Nolan has made a significant impact in the auto repair software sector, driving success and contributing to $8 million in revenue. In July 2024, he embraced a new challenge by transitioning into the water collection software sector. Known for his passion for continuous learning and commitment to client excellence, Nolan brings a wealth of expertise and a forward-thinking approach to his work.
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Jax Vollmer, Technical Manager, AI Product Delivery at ITpipes |
With over 24 years of experience in underground utility management, inspection, and repair, Jax Vollmer has transitioned from contracting to consulting to software, focusing on data collection and AI to better serve asset owners and managers. Her expertise in sewer and stormwater CCTV inspections, along with her skills in integrating field-collected data into inventory systems like GIS, has been invaluable. With over a decade of experience working with the NASSCO standard, Jax is proficient in database applications such as SQL, ESRI, QGIS, and MS Access. She leads the ADR workgroup for NASSCO and serves on various committees, bringing hands-on expertise in installation, rehabilitation, and maintenance of utilities. Passionate about data accuracy and knowledge-sharing, Jax remains dedicated to driving improvements in the industry.
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Jeff Lyons, Director of Platform Innovation, Builterra |
With over 30 years of experience in the municipal and land development sector, Jeff Lyons is dedicated to creating innovative software solutions for the civil and utility engineering industry. As founding partner of AEC Solutions, Inc. (Builterra.com), Jeff and his team have reinvented the traditional construction contract administration process for clients including AECOM, WSP, GHD, T2 Utility Engineers, Wood and over 25 public sector clients in Canada.