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SUMMARY:ITE Hamilton: Panel Discussion\, Breakfast\, & Networking Event – May 2026
DESCRIPTION:Moving Hamilton: What’s Next for Transit? \nJoin the ITE Hamilton Section for a breakfast where our panel will discuss the future of transportation in Hamilton. This event is not only an opportunity to learn about plans for Hamilton’s transit systems\, but attendees will also have the chance to connect with fellow transportation professionals. Breakfast is included with ticket purchase. \nDate: Thursday\, May 21st\, 2026 \nTime: 8:00 am-10:30 am ET \nLocation: Waterfront Banquet and Conference Centre at 555 Bay Street North\, Hamilton\, ON \n==The deadline to register is 12pm on May 20th\, 2026== \n  \nPanelists: \nDr. Mohammad Moataz – Associate Profession of Smart Systems and Transportation \nDr. Mohamed is an Associate Professor of Smart Systems and Transportation in the Department of Civil Engineering at McMaster University and Director of the McMaster Institute for Transportation and Logistics (MITL). His research focuses on advancing zero-emission\, sustainable\, and resilient transit systems\, with a special emphasis on the role of disruptive technologies in optimizing public transit networks. An internationally recognized expert in transit electrification\, Dr. Mohamed has published over 145 peer-reviewed papers and reports and ranks among the top-cited scholars in electric bus technology. He has led or co-led over 20 funded projects\, collaborating with government and industry partners. His work has earned multiple awards\, including best paper honors at international conferences and the Joseph Ip Distinguished Engineering Fellowship at McMaster. Dr. Mohamed holds degrees from Assiut University (Egypt)\, the University of Rome (Italy)\, and the University of Ulster (UK)\, and has been part of McMaster University since 2014. \nKhawar Ashraf – AVP Transportation Planning & Engineering \nKhawar Ashraf\, P.Eng.\, is an innovative transportation leader with over 25 years of experience in transit and rail planning\, design\, and delivery across Canada and internationally. He is currently Associate Vice President and National Lead for Transportation Planning at AECOM\, where he leads strategic growth initiatives and multidisciplinary teams on major infrastructure programs. Khawar has played key leadership roles on transformational projects\, including GO Expansion\, High‑Frequency Rail (ALTO)\, the Scarborough Subway Extension\, Hurontario LRT\, Waterloo LRT\, London BRT\, and the Gordie Howe International Bridge. He is widely recognized for his technical excellence\, mentorship\, and ability to deliver complex\, city‑shaping transit projects from concept through construction. \nFarhad Shahla – Manager\, Hamilton LRT Project Office \nFarhad is a Professional Engineer and transportation leader with 15+ years of experience delivering municipal infrastructure projects across the GTHA\, including over a decade in LRT planning and implementation for Peel Region and the City of Hamilton. He currently serves as Manager of Technical Services for the Hamilton LRT Project Office\, leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe\, accessible\, and future-ready transit systems. \nFarhad specializes in transit project delivery\, utility coordination\, and stakeholder engagement in complex\, multi-agency environments. He holds an M.Eng. in Transportation from the University of Toronto and is a P.Eng.\, PMP\, and PTOE. He is actively involved with ITE Canada and is the Past Chair of the Technical Liaison Committee. \nNicholas Chaloux – Manager\, Transit Strategic Planning\, HSR \nNick is a Registered Professional Planner (RPP) and transit planner with a background in transit equity\, long-range planning\, and transit business casing. Nick is leading HSR’s Strategy team\, working alongside passionate transit professionals to deliver major projects like Hamilton’s new bus garage\, integrating HSR service into the Hamilton LRT project\, and crafting a new framework for transit planning data and analytics. Since joining the City of Hamilton in 2024\, Nick led phasing and implementation planning for HSR’s next growth plan\, HSR Next\, which plans significant transit expansion in underserved areas of Hamilton.
URL:https://www.itecanada.org/event/ite-hamilton-panel-breakfast-networking-may-2026/
LOCATION:Waterfront Banquet & Conference Centre\, 555 Bay Street North\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8L 1H1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:ITE Hamilton: Breakfast and Speaker Event – April 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join the ITE Hamilton section on April 1\, 2026 for a Breakfast and Speaker Event. \nDate: Wednesday\, April 1\, 2026 \nTime: 8:00am – 11:00am \nLocation: Waterfront Banquet and Conference Centre\, 555 Bay Street North\, Hamilton\, ON \nBreakfast will be provided; please list any dietary restrictions when purchasing your ticket. \n== Ticket sales end on Monday\, March 30== \n  \nSpeakers\nMICHA GUTMANIS\, BSc\, MPl\, PMP \nAssociate Partner / Sustainability & Decarbonization Lead Consultant | Strategic Consulting and Advisory Services\, CIMA+ \nTransportation decarbonization is ultimately an operational transformation challenge\, requiring organizations to align infrastructure\, energy\, policy\, and fleet operations within complex and evolving constraints. Micha Gutmanis leads CIMA+’s Transportation Decarbonization Advisory Practice with a focus on turning ambitious net-zero commitments into structured\, executable pathways grounded in technical and financial reality. \nShe advises fleet operators\, municipalities\, transit agencies\, and institutional clients across Canada on the transition to zero-emission vehicles\, guiding decisions that balance long-term strategy with near-term operational demands. Her work spans the full lifecycle of decarbonization initiatives\, from defining fleet transition pathways and assessing infrastructure and grid readiness to shaping investment strategies and supporting implementation. \nDrawing on experience across public\, private\, and non-profit sectors\, Micha has led large-scale transit electrification programs\, municipal fleet strategies\, and complex feasibility assessments for diverse fleet applications. Her approach integrates policy\, infrastructure planning\, financial modelling\, and stakeholder alignment—ensuring that decarbonization strategies are not only technically sound\, but operationally viable. \nThrough her involvement in national electric mobility initiatives\, she contributes to advancing practical solutions that reflect the realities facing Canadian public and private fleets\, helping organizations move from ambition to execution with confidence.
URL:https://www.itecanada.org/event/ite-hamilton-breakfast-and-speaker-april-2026/
LOCATION:Waterfront Banquet & Conference Centre\, 555 Bay Street North\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8L 1H1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:ITE Hamilton Section AGM\, Breakfast and Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the 2025 ITE Hamilton Section Annual General Meeting!\nDate and Time: December 4\, 2025\, 8:00-11:00 a.m. \nLocation: Waterfront Banquet & Conference Centre\, 555 Bay Street North\, Hamilton\, ON \n==Ticket sales will close December 2\, end of day== \nJoin us for the 2025 ITE Hamilton Section Annual General Meeting\, where breakfast and networking will set the stage for a productive morning. In addition to the AGM\, attendees will hear a keynote presentation on meaningful stakeholder and Indigenous engagement\, and will have the opportunity to explore a student poster session showcasing cutting‑edge research on post‑pandemic transit trends. This blend of nourishment\, connection\, and insightful content makes this morning an unmissable event for anyone invested in Hamilton’s transportation future. \nKeynote Presentation: Meaningful Stakeholder & Indigenous Engagement in Class EA’s \nAndrew McGregor: An Associate of RV Anderson Associates\, Andrew is a Senior Planner and Project Manager with extensive experience in managing environmental assessments (EAs) and obtaining approvals for transportation and municipal infrastructure projects. As an EA practitioner for over 20 years\, Andrew has gained significant knowledge and experience in effective communication with stakeholders\, Indigenous communities\, and technical agencies. Through the application of various approaches to community engagement\, Andrew has helped secure approvals for municipal\, provincial\, and federal projects\, particularly in the field of transportation. Andrew is well versed with environmental and planning legislation including the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act\, Impact Assessment Act\, the Ontario Environmental Protection Act\, and the Planning Act. \n  \nPoster Session: Interplay between Teleworking and Transit Usage of Commuters: Impact of COVID-19 on Future Transit Ridership in Canada \nSadia Chowdhury: 4th year PhD candidate at the Transportation Research Lab\, McMaster University\, and a student intern partnered with the City of Hamilton. As a transit nerd\, Sadia is curious about how to create a transit-friendly community. Her research explores the changes in transit usage in Canada throughout the pandemic\, with an emphasis on the changes in transit pass ownership\, transit usage frequency\, and mode substitution behavior.
URL:https://www.itecanada.org/event/ite-hamilton-section-agm-breakfast-and-networking-event/
LOCATION:Waterfront Banquet & Conference Centre\, 555 Bay Street North\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8L 1H1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:ITE Hamilton: 2023 AGM and Breakfast Speaker Event
DESCRIPTION:ITE Canada Hamilton Section’s AGM and Breakfast Speaker Event will be held at the Waterfront Banquet & Conference Centre and is scheduled for Tuesday\, November 28\, 2023 from 8:00 am to 10:00 am. Looking forward to seeing you there! \nThis event will include a presentation by David Carter\, Chief Executive Director of Innovation Factory. David’s topic will focus on Smart Cities: “Mind the Gap. What are the gaps to help us get to a truly smart city?” \nThe current ITE Canada President\, Ryan Vanderputten will also give a special address. This event is sponsored by CIMA+
URL:https://www.itecanada.org/event/ite-hamilton-2023-agm-and-breakfast-speaker-event/
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