IBW Surveyors https://ibwsurveyors.com/ Professional Surveying Across Ontario Wed, 02 Jun 2021 16:17:01 +0000 en-CA hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.1 A Brief History from our Founder Ivan B. Wallace https://ibwsurveyors.com/a-brief-history-from-our-founder-ivan-b-wallace/ Wed, 15 May 2019 16:06:38 +0000 https://ibwsurveyors.com/?p=31187 This firm, together with its predecessor firm Horton & Wallace, has been in business since 1951, with either Ivan or long time business partner Graydon Horton in leadership. Thus it can be said that we have been surveying in Ontario for virtually 50 percent of the time that the AOLS has governed.

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A Brief History from our Founder Ivan B. Wallace

The Governing Body for all Land Surveyors in Ontario is known as the Association of Ontario Land Surveyors. This association was formed in 1892.

This firm, together with its predecessor firm Horton & Wallace, has been in business since 1951, with either Ivan or long time business partner Graydon Horton in leadership. Thus it can be said that we have been surveying in Ontario for virtually 50 percent of the time that the AOLS has governed.

As was the style in those days, the firm, generally speaking, worked within about a thirty mile radius from the office in Ajax. In the early seventies Ivan felt that the developing technology made it possible to move out from this self imposed bit of geography and began to open branch offices in Bowmanville, Cobourg, Trenton and Belleville. These were fully staffed, stand alone Survey Offices but operated under the umbrella of the Head Office. The technology that was available in those days was, to say the least, rudimentary when compared with today.

Portrait of Ivan B. Wallace

Funny now to think about it, but in the early seventies we were only ten years past the inception of dial telephones. Who knew then about 1-800 numbers, call display or call forwarding but as soon as such things became available we were ‘all in.’

Again, as was the style of the times, most land survey offices were comprised of one Ontario Land Surveyor who was expected to know all things surveying, a draftsman who enjoyed some level of artistic talent and several who were willing to work outside in inclement weather. How different it is today!

By 1990, in the midst of a deep recession in Ontario, it was decided to dismantle Horton and Wallace. The various offices were broken off from the head office. Ivan took over the Bowmanville office, renamed it Ivan B Wallace OLS and set out to reinvent himself.

A couple of early decisions were made, that today looking back, were simply brilliant. Crystal Cranch was hired as an OLS and put in charge of all surveying matters. Crystal and I then decided to utilize Gord Wallace in the leadership for all business matters for the firm. Thus began a journey that has been excitement personified.

It was then decided that we would expand out from Bowmanville by hiring anyone who was a University or College Graduate who excelled in computers and survey technologies, buy as many small or medium survey practices as possible and extend our business boundaries as far as we could reasonably accomplish. Indeed we now work from Windsor to Cornwall to James Bay.

To date we have purchased more than a dozen Survey Offices practicing from Toronto through to Kingston. We currently provide our services from offices in Durham Region, Hastings/Prince Edward Counties and Kingston.

With these purchases when combined with all the previous surveys of our own, we now have under our control hundreds of thousands of historical surveys throughout Central and Eastern Ontario. Some date back to 1912.

As I now play a different role in the firm, it is remarkable to see the evolution of the history of IBW Surveyors continue to unfold.

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New Belleville Office Space for IBW Surveyors https://ibwsurveyors.com/new-belleville-office-space/ Tue, 18 Dec 2018 00:28:36 +0000 https://ibwsurveyors.com/?p=30375 Sometimes the smallest changes, create the biggest impact.

Our Belleville office recently packed up all their items and prepared for a big move…next door.

This new space allows a kitchen area, boardroom and some private office space, just to name a few enhancements that were lacking in the previous office.

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New Belleville Office Space for IBW Surveyors

Sometimes the smallest changes, create the biggest impact.

Our Belleville office recently packed up all their items and prepared for a big move…next door.

This new space allows a kitchen area, boardroom and some private office space, just to name a few enhancements that were lacking in the previous office.

The move also provided an opportunity to move project files. This was a big undertaking for our Project Administration staff as they prepared the Bowmanville office for hundreds of files to be added to our library.

The Belleville team has settled in nicely and it has proved to be a positive atmosphere and professional space.

Belleville front reception of the new IBW Surveyors office
Belleville survey records library of the new IBW Surveyors office
Belleville boardroom of the new IBW Surveyors office

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Geomatics – More than Geography https://ibwsurveyors.com/geomatics-more-than-geography/ Wed, 28 Nov 2018 18:33:37 +0000 https://ibwsurveyors.com/?p=30360 Pedro Sena represented IBW well, as he was invited to present at Ryerson University on November 26, 2018. 
The audience of Undergrads had the opportunity to hear from experts in the industry, including master students and PhD candidates.
This insightful presentation allowed the students to interact with some key experts in this field. Geomatics offers the use of some of the most advanced technology to gather, store, process and deliver geographic data.
Pedro was able to provide information regarding 3D laser scanning and how this technology can capture data and open a new world on how we can enhance this industry.

Did you know: Geomatics was coined by Michel Paradis, in a keynote paper for the Canadian Institute of Surveying in 1981.  

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Geomatics - More than Geography

Pedro Sena represented IBW well, as he was invited to present at Ryerson University on November 26, 2018. 
The audience of Undergrads had the opportunity to hear from experts in the industry, including master students and PhD candidates.

This insightful presentation allowed the students to interact with some key experts in this field. Geomatics offers the use of some of the most advanced technology to gather, store, process and deliver geographic data.

Pedro was able to provide information regarding 3D laser scanning and how this technology can capture data and open a new world on how we can enhance this industry.

Did you know: Geomatics was coined by Michel Paradis, in a keynote paper for the Canadian Institute of Surveying in 1981.

IBW Surveyors presentation on 3D laser scanning technology in geomatics.

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The Alternative Board – Gord Wallace https://ibwsurveyors.com/the-alternative-board-gord-wallace/ Mon, 26 Nov 2018 22:39:53 +0000 https://ibwsurveyors.com/?p=30310 Gord Wallace, a senior partner at IBW Surveyors has been a TAB (The Alternate Board) member since 2012. He had the opportunity to share the success and benefits that have transpired from being a member of this great organization.

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The Alternative Board - Gord Wallace

Gord Wallace, a senior partner at IBW Surveyors has been a TAB (The Alternate Board) member since 2012. He had the opportunity to share the success and benefits that have transpired from being a member of this great organization.

If you have a Vision We will help you to turn it into reality

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Take Your Student to Work Day 2018 https://ibwsurveyors.com/take-your-student-to-work-day-2018/ Sun, 18 Nov 2018 21:22:10 +0000 https://ibwsurveyors.com/?p=30319 On November 14, 2018 we had the privilege to welcome seven Grade 9's to have a taste of what goes on at IBW Surveyors. 
The students were taking part in 'Take your Student to Work Day' an initiative that allows them to have a first hand look at the working world.
It was a chilly day, but they braved the cold and spent the morning in the field, finding bars and assisting one of our Party Chiefs.
Upon their return and a scrumptious lunch, they were able to see first hand the technical capabilities we have at IBW.
From Scanning to GIS, and a few games in between, it was a pleasure to host a great group and IBW looks forward to this event every year.

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IBW PURCHASES COUTTS & FLIM SURVEYING

On November 14, 2018 we had the privilege to welcome seven Grade 9’s to have a taste of what goes on at IBW Surveyors. 
The students were taking part in ‘Take your Student to Work Day’ an initiative that allows them to have a first hand look at the working world.

It was a chilly day, but they braved the cold and spent the morning in the field, finding bars and assisting one of our Party Chiefs.

Upon their return and a scrumptious lunch, they were able to see first hand the technical capabilities we have at IBW.
From Scanning to GIS, and a few games in between, it was a pleasure to host a great group and IBW looks forward to this event every year.

Grade 9 students at IBW Surveyors learning about 3D laser scanning.
Grade 9 students at IBW Surveyors being briefed about their upcoming survey project.
Grade 9 students at IBW Surveyors dressed for field work.

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Clarington Employer-Student Summit https://ibwsurveyors.com/clarington-employer-student-summit-2018/ Thu, 04 Oct 2018 16:30:10 +0000 https://ibwsurveyors.com/?p=30290 IBW was asked to participate in the first Clarington Employer-Student Summit on October 3, 2018

Pedro and Brandon had a great day interacting with students from 6 of the local high schools.

IBW represented the 'MeetBusiness' group, which was comprised of a diversity of businesses to learn more about opportunities and skills required in the workplace.

It was a great event and it was wonderful to see so many local businesses represented, along with the diverse opportunities in Clarington.

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Clarington Employer-Student Summit

IBW was asked to participate in the first Clarington Employer-Student Summit on October 3, 2018

Pedro and Brandon had a great day interacting with students from 6 of the local high schools.

IBW represented the ‘MeetBusiness’ group, which was comprised of a diversity of businesses to learn more about opportunities and skills required in the workplace.

It was a great event and it was wonderful to see so many local businesses represented, along with the diverse opportunities in Clarington.

IBW Surveyors speaking with students at the Clarington Employer-Student Summit

If you have a Vision We will help you to turn it into reality

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Smith and Smith Surveyors in Kingston Joins IBW https://ibwsurveyors.com/smith-and-smith-surveyors/ Wed, 26 Sep 2018 16:27:28 +0000 https://ibwsurveyors.com/?p=30210 IBW is growing again. Welcome to Kingston! Rich in history and beautiful lake views. IBW Surveyors recently acquired Smith and Smith Surveyors and now has a location in Canada's original capital.
Smith and Smith Surveyors has been working in the Frontenac County and surrounding area since the 1940's, and is one of the oldest businesses between Belleville and Ottawa. 

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Smith and Smith Surveyors in Kingston Joins IBW

IBW is growing again.

Welcome to Kingston! Rich in history and beautiful lake views.

IBW Surveyors recently acquired Smith and Smith Surveyors and now has a location in Canada’s original capital.

Smith and Smith Surveyors has been working in the Frontenac County and surrounding area since the 1940’s, and is one of the oldest businesses between Belleville and Ottawa.

IBW is excited for this opportunity and be part of a great community.

Smith and Smith Surveyors in Kingston

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IBW Surveyors 2018 Employee Recognition Day https://ibwsurveyors.com/employee-recognition-2018/ Tue, 25 Sep 2018 19:23:28 +0000 https://ibwsurveyors.com/?p=30204 On Thursday September 20, IBW had their second annual Employee Recognition Day. A highlight of the day is presenting the Founders' Award. This award is presented to a staff member that has been nominated by their peers. This years award winner was Andy Jones. It is well deserved! Ivan B. Wallace shared stories and sentiments about Andy, followed by Crystal Cranch unveiling his gift.

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IBW Surveyors 2nd Annual Employee Recognition Day

On Thursday September 20, IBW had their second annual Employee Recognition Day.

A highlight of the day is presenting the Founders’ Award. This award is presented to a staff member that has been nominated by their peers. This years award winner was Andy Jones. It is well deserved! Ivan B. Wallace shared stories and sentiments about Andy, followed by Crystal Cranch unveiling his gift.

This year we recognized the following employees for their years of dedication to IBW Surveyors:

5 Year Award

Lori Blackmore
Ryan Domroes
Paul Henry
Peter Renaud
Kim Wallace

10 Year Award

Murray Johnston

Congratulations to all the recipients and thank you for your contribution to IBW!

IBW Surveyors 2018 Founders' Award

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Epilepsy Durham Region’s 2018 Epic Golf Challenge https://ibwsurveyors.com/epic-golf-challenge-2018/ Thu, 10 May 2018 19:45:04 +0000 https://ibwsurveyors.com/?p=30051 What's more fun than a round of golf...? Picking out the most outrageous team outfits and supporting a great cause! On May 10, David Comery represented Ivan B Wallace in the annual Epic Golf Challenge to support Epilepsy Durham Region. His team won the title of Most Epic Funds raised and certainly did not disappoint in the amazing team wear.

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Epilepsy Durham Region's 4th Annual Epic Golf Challenge - 2018

What’s more fun than a round of golf…?  Picking out the most outrageous team outfits and supporting a great cause!
On May 10, David Comery represented Ivan B Wallace in the annual Epic Golf Challenge to support Epilepsy Durham Region.
His team won the title of Most Epic Funds raised and certainly did not disappoint in the amazing team wear.

www.epilepsydurham.com

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Grade 9 Take your Kid to Work Day https://ibwsurveyors.com/grade-9-day/ Thu, 02 Nov 2017 21:27:46 +0000 https://ibwsurveyors.com/?p=29430 We had the pleasure of hosting Grade 9 students on November 1. It was a chilly day, but they braved the cold and headed to work. They were able to experience the field, with our Field Supervisor, Ryan Domroes, using levels and finding bars.

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Grade 9 Take your Kid to Work Day

November 2, 2017

We had the pleasure of hosting Grade 9 students on November 1. It was a chilly day, but they braved the cold and headed to work. They were able to experience the field, with our Field Supervisor, Ryan Domroes, using levels and finding bars.

Upon returning to the office, they were able to see the 3D capabilities we have with our scanning devices during an educational session with Pedro Sena.

We were sure to feed them as well. Adeline, Cameron, and Liam perhaps you are the next generation of surveyors!

GRADE 9 TAKE YOUR KID TO WORK DAY

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