CivicTechBrampton 10th Meetup: Introduction to HAM radio
Schedule
Thu Apr 30 2026 at 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
8 Queen St E | Brampton, ON
About this Event
Did you know that volunteer HAM radio operators are an essential part of emergency responses in cases of major emergency events in Brampton and Peel Region!
What can we learn from HAM Radio operators who contribute to our technology resiliency and well as community connections?
Inviting all technologists, students, and citizens interested in working on Ham Radio and Public Interest Technology projects. John Bakkeren, past president of Peel Amateur Radio Club will provide an introduction to HAM radio. Check out their active website here: https://ve3xr.wordpress.com/and more HAM radio clubs here: https://www.rac.ca/ontario-south-region/. New to Amateur Radio or Civic Tech? You are definitely welcome! We will all be learning from each other. Just knowing what technologies are available and projects people are working on, sparks ideas about new civic tech projects. There will be opportunities to network, and pitch your own project to interested volunteers. Questions: email [email protected]
Agenda:
6:00 to 6:15 Meet and network
6:15 to 6:30 Introductions (everyone)
6:30 John Bakkeren, Peel Amateur Radio Club https://ve3xr.wordpress.com/
7:00 to 7:15 Questions & Answers
7:15 to 7:30 Project pitches
7:30 to 8:30 Breakout into projects of interest
8:30 End and optional social at a local bar
Where is it happening?
8 Queen St E, 8 Queen Street East, Brampton, CanadaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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