CWRA 2026: Full Schedule

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10:15am CDT

Thursday June 18, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am CDT

10:15 AM - 10:35 AM
Abstract ID:8788
Evaluating the Technological Readiness of Engineered Phosphorus Reduction Structures within Canada
Presenter: Erik Barrett, McGill University
Additional Authors: Dr. Chandra Madramootoo, McGill University; Dr. Nathalie Tufenkji, McGill University; and Harmanpreet Singh Grewal, McGill University.

10:35 AM - 10:55 AM
Abstract ID: 28697
Applications of UAV Imagery for Alluvial Stream Characterization
Presenter: Andrew Clow, Water Street Engineering
Additional Authors: Bruce MacVicar, University of Waterloo

10:55 AM - 11:15 AM
Abstract ID: 28447
Channel Dynamics in an Experimental Alluvial Fan Under Constant Boundary Conditions: A Classification of Avulsion and Lateral Migration Events
Presenter: Nastaran Nematollahi, BGC Engineering Inc.
Additional Authors: Nastaran Nematollahi, Brett Eaton, and Sarah Davidson

Speakers

Andrew Clow

Water Street Engineering

Erik Barrett

M.Sc Bioresource Engineering Student, McGill University

I am a curious and ambitious student looking to learn and apply new skills to create sustainable solutions to global problems. I hope to continue growing my knowledge and skills to address issues in water quality, water scarcity, and sustainable development.

Outside of work and school, I enjoy long-distance running, reading, writing, hiking, and any sport under the sun. I am always happy to meet new people so don't be afraid to send me a message... Read More →

Nastaran Nematollahi

BGC Engineering Inc.

Thursday June 18, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
Concourse Ballroom Fairmont Winnipeg

Concurrent Session - Concourse Room, Concourse Ballroom

11:30am CDT

Advancing Canada’s Flood Resilience: FHIMP National Updates and Innovations in Flood Mapping

Thursday June 18, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT

Concourse Ballroom

11:30 AM - 11:50 AM
Abstract ID: 25675
CaSR-Rivers for Ungauged Design Flows: Linking ECCC Research to Engineering Practice
Presenters: Joel Trubilowicz and André Bertoncini, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)
Additional Authors: Gonzalo Leonardini, ECCC

11:50 AM - 12:10 PM
Abstract ID: 28789
Pillars of Essential Flood Management Data: Canada’s Flood Map Inventory, Historical Flood Events, and Flood Defenses
Presenter: Andrew Plowright, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
Additional Author: Maxim Fortin, NRCan

12:10 PM - 12:30 PM
Abstract ID: 28744
Highlights and Outcomes of Regional-Scale Flood Hazard Modelling and Mapping Case Studies
Presenter: Andrew Weiss, KGS Group

12:10 PM - 12:30 PM
Abstract ID: 28797
Identifying and Mapping Flood Hazard in Canada: How Global, Regional and Detailed Flood Mapping Come Into Play
Presenter: Maxim Fortin, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
Additional Author: Brian Perry, NRCan; Oliver Pennock, NRCan

Moderators

Maxim Fortin

Senior Engineering Advisor - Flood Mapping, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)

Speakers

André Bertoncini

Physical Scientist, ECCC

André works on the development of hydrological models at the Numerical Terrestrial Environment Prediction section of ECCC. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Saskatchewan focused on improving precipitation observations and data assimilation for hydrological prediction.

Andrew Weiss

KGS Group

Joel Trubilowicz

ECCC

Andrew Plowright

Senior Geomatics Officer, Natural Resources Canada

My name is Andrew Plowright, and I've worked at Natural Resources Canada since 2022. I manage the agreements between NRCan and our provincial and territorial partners under the federal Flood Hazard Identification and Mapping Program (FHIMP). I am based out of Vancouver, BC.

Thursday June 18, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
Concourse Ballroom Fairmont Winnipeg

Concurrent Session - Concourse Room, Concourse Ballroom

2:00pm CDT

Advancements Towards Open-Source Canada-wide Flood Hazard Mapping

Thursday June 18, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT

Concourse Ballroom

2:00 PM - 2:20 PM
Abstract ID: 28724
Evolving Flood Hazard Modelling in Canada: Comparing Generations of National Flood Models
Presenters: Jan Vele and Martin Salaj, Aon Impact Forecasting

2:20 PM - 2:40 PM
Abstract ID: 28773
Flood Hazard Mapping in a Prairie Pothole System: Lessons Learned from Hydrologic ‎Modelling of Birdtail Creek
Presenter: Ameer Muhammad, Associated Engineering
Additional Authors: Akinbola George, Associated Engineering; Kibreab Assefa, Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure

2:40 PM - 3:00 PM
Abstract ID: 28827
Rapid and Repeatable: Hydrodynamic Modelling with an Automated Workflow
Presenter: Phoebe Riddell, University of Manitoba
Additional Authors: Masoud Asadzadeh, University of Manitoba,; Tricia Stadnyk, University of Calgary,; Saman Razavi, University of Saskatchewan

Speakers