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Below
are testimonials provided by members, in their own words,
describing the value and benefits of being members of ITS
Canada.
 "When G4 Apps joined ITS Canada, we envisioned a coming together of connected vehicles and smart infrastructure. With our need to learn more about the infrastructure side, we have found that joining ITS Canada has provided tremendous value, with our vehicle perspective being welcomed. Membership has facilitated becoming engaged quickly in the community throughout Canada and North America, and has enabled us to participate in business opportunities and become involved in the R&D community on a number of fronts."
Bob Burrows, CEO
G4 Apps Inc
Oakville, Ontario ... August 2010
"As the Canadian industry association, ITS Canada is an excellent source for state-of-the-art information. Membership ensures BC Ministry of Transportation employees are kept updated on the latest industry-related news and advancements."
Ed Miska, Chief Traffic-Electrical-Highway Safety-Geometric Standards Engineer
British Columbia Ministry of Transportation
Victoria, British Columbia ... July 2010
"The SAAQ, a public corporation whose mission is to protect and insure individuals against the risks inherent in using of the road, has been a member of ITS Canada since 2004. We develop and use ITS mainly to improve road safety by helping to automate the enforcement of laws and regulations they apply to the transportation industry. ITS Canada has provided us the opportunity stay informed of recent ITS developments and to form relationships with partners in the public and private sectors."
Paul Sauvé – ITS Project Manager
Société de l’assurance automobile du Québec
Quebec, Quebec ... June 2010
"As a regional public transit agency, involvement in ITS Canada’s activities has been instrumental towards the development of this industry within the Montreal metropolitan region. This involvement allows us to share knowledge and best practices with key stakeholders on national and international levels, thereby benefiting all our regional partners who share a common goal: enhancing public transit through the use of ITS technologies for the benefit of all travellers."
Michael De Santis, ITS Coordinator
Agence métropolitaine de transport
Montreal, Quebec ... May 2010
"Municipalities are facing tighter budget and environmental constraints every day. ITS is a way to maximize the movement of people through existing infrastructure. ITS Canada provides a forum to idea share and build synergies with both our public and private partners."
Joe Avsec – Manager, Traffic Engineering, Transportation Division, Public Works
Regional Municipality of Peel
Peel, Ontario ... March 2010
"As a public agency user of many ITS solutions, ITS Canada has been an important and an excellent resource in the mapping and implementation of the Region’s ITS Strategic Plan through its Annual Conference, newsletters and strong membership knowledge base. The website, industry updates and workshops provide key insight on emerging technology, best practices and professional development. The Conference and membership fees provide excellent value in return for a national based organization."
Bob Szwarz – Manager, Traffic Engineering and Operations
Regional Municipality of Durham
Durham, Ontario ... February 2010
"The University of Toronto has a strong interest and track record in ITS research and development. ITS Canada has been a keen supporter of our ITS Centre and Testbed over the past decade. We are grateful for this support and the role ITS Canada plays in bringing Canadian ITS stakeholders together. Our students are also grateful for the Society’s support and recognition through ITS Canada's Michel Van Aerde Memorial Scholarship. We look forward to a fruitful future of collaboration with ITS Canada."
Baher Abdulhai – Canada Research Chair in ITS and Director of the Toronto ITS Centre
University of Toronto, Department of Civil Engineering
Toronto, Ontario ... January 2010
"Every year, I see increasing value from our Sustaining Corporate Membership with ITS Canada. The annual Conference has become a better place to gain technical knowledge and renew contacts nationwide. New task forces and committees, such as the IntelliDriveSM Task Force, are being created to address issues of interest. ITS Canada is working with us to develop our provincial framework for traveller information. All of these are strong reasons to join ITS Canada or renew your membership."
Stephen Erwin – Head, Intelligent Transportation Systems
Highway Standards Branch, Traffic Office
Ministry of Transportation of Ontario
Toronto, Ontario ... November 2009
"As a leading provider of transportation design and engineering services in Canada and around the world, AECOM benefits from being a member of ITS Canada. Our membership gives us more access to clients and vendors, greater awareness of project opportunities and a better understanding of industry trends, developments and practices. ITS Canada provides excellent value to its members."
Mark Pinet – Manager, Intelligent Transportation Systems
AECOM
Ottawa, Ontario ... November 2009
"The Alberta Motor Association is a large member and consumer organization linked globally to auto/motoring clubs throughout the world. As a recent ITS Canada member with a keen interest in IT applications that improve mobility and safety, ITS Canada’s broad scope and network of organizations has been of immediate benefit in our efforts to advance IT initiatives related to traveller information systems and vehicle mobility. I feel that there is a critical role for ITS Canada to play in these emerging areas."
Don Szarko – Director, Advocacy and Community Services
Alberta Motor Association
Edmonton, Alberta ... October 2009
"Membership with ITS Canada provides an excellent way for City of Calgary staff to stay up to date on ITS technology. The website and monthly newsletters are an easy way to stay informed on all aspects of ITS in Canada. The Annual Conference informs members of new projects and products, and provides great networking opportunities."
Karen Alm
City of Calgary - Transportation
Calgary, Alberta ... September 2009
"Membership with ITS Canada has been extremely valuable to us. Notifications of industry events and projects, not only located here in Canada but internationally, have allowed us to pursue opportunities that may not have been available to us if we were not members. The annual conferences are well attended and we have historically generated a good number of leads and contacts each year for Tacel's traffic control equipment products. Overall, our impression of ITS Canada is extremely positive and we feel that membership in the organization has been worthwhile and has assisted us in growing our business."
Jeffrey J. Smart – Senior Vice President, Sales
Tacel Ltd.
Toronto, Ontario ... August 2009
"ITS Canada provides a unique and valuable venue for public agencies interested and involved in ITS to stay abreast of what is happening with ITS in Canada. The Annual ITS Conference is a wonderful opportunity to connect and network with colleagues and industry representatives, to see first hand ITS applications in use in different locations, to learn from the experiences of others, and to see/hear where the industry is headed."
Diane Nash – Policy Analyst (ITS/Scales/Trucking)
New Brunswick Department of Transportation
Fredericton, New Brunswick ... July 2009
"Globis works with a wide range of public and private-sector organizations in the ITS space. ITS Canada -- and especially the Annual Conference -- provides us with an excellent opportunity to network with these organizations. The papers and exhibits at the Conference are a great source of useful information, but it's the one-on-one conversations at the various coffee and meal breaks that enable us to renew contacts with existing friends and acquaintances, and to meet new people. That's when you learn things that are not mentioned in the public sessions!"
Barrie Kirk – President
Globis Data Inc.
Ottawa, Ontario ... July 2009
"From
a consultant's perspective, ITS Canada provides a number
of services that enable me to network with others actively
involved in the ITS arena, as well as stay abreast of new
initiatives and new business opportunities across Canada
and throughout the world."
Tim
Schnarr
Delcan Corporation
Markham, Ontario ... May 2009
"ITS Canada has been an important partner for Transport Canada in developing and implementing the goals of the national ITS Strategy, "En Route to Intelligent Mobility". As we move forward, Transport Canada will continue to seek the views of ITS Canada and its members on transportation policy questions, key issues involving research and development, and innovative new applications of ITS technologies in Canada's transportation system."
Susan Spencer – Director, Intelligent Transportation Systems
Transport Canada
Ottawa, Ontario ... April 2009
"As a national player, ITS Canada serves an important role in supporting the ITS community to coordinate activities, maintain contact and to stay up to speed on the latest developments on intelligent transportation systems. ITS Canada’s Annual Conference is an important venue for Canadian ITS professionals, an event tailored to Canadian needs. Providing an opportunity for peer groups to connect, exchange ideas and network, the Conference consistently results in germination of new ideas and initiatives. ITS Canada raises the level of awareness of ITS in their member agencies and allows professionals to expand their knowledge, ensuring they can improve their value to their employers and increase their contribution."
Keenan Kitasaka – Manager, ITS
TransLink
Vancouver, British Columbia ... February 2009
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