Robyn Moffat Wins Esri Canada New Teacher Competition

Congratulations to Robyn Moffat (BEd, 2025), whose outstanding StoryMap project earned first place in the 2025 Esri Canada New Teacher Competition. Robyn received the competition’s grand prize in recognition of her creativity, innovation, and commitment to advancing geographic literacy through GIS technology.

Robyn created the award-winning StoryMap, “Canada’s Natural Wonders,” as part of an assignment in the Intermediate/Senior Geography course taught by Sarah Gallah. The resource Robyn created invites Grade 9 learners to virtually explore Canada while uncovering the Indigenous histories and geological processes behind some of the nation’s most remarkable landforms. Robyn’s work aligns closely with the newly updated Exploring Canadian Geography curriculum, released at the start of the 2024-2025 school year.

The Esri Canada New Teacher Competition highlights emerging educators who use ArcGIS to foster spatial awareness, critical thinking, and analytical skills in the classroom. Robyn’s StoryMap has now been added to the Esri Canada K–12 Resource Finder, making it accessible to teachers and students across the country.

Robyn’s work was additionally featured in the Esri Canada article GIS Day Spotlight: Teacher Wins, GIS Stories, and ArcGIS Resources.

Congratulations, Robyn, on creating an exceptional learning resource that will inspire students and educators alike!