Public Sector Podcast: The Future of Ontario - Digital Twins, Secure ID & Citizen-Centric Innovation

Explore how emerging technologies are transforming public service delivery.

Public Sector Podcast: The Future of Ontario - Digital Twins, Secure ID & Citizen-Centric Innovation


Episode Overview


The future of government is being rewritten—and it’s digital. In this episode, we sit down with Aneesh Joshi (Technology Advisory Lead) and Omar Shabbir (Growth Practice Lead) from Infrastructure Ontario (IO) to explore how emerging technologies are transforming public service delivery.

From streamlining systems to putting citizens at the centre, Aneesh and Omar unpack how innovation is reshaping the way governments work—and what it takes to make real transformation happen.


What You’ll Learn


🔹 Why a secure Digital ID could be the key to unlocking seamless access across healthcare, transportation, and beyond
🔹 How Digital Twins are reshaping how we plan, build, and maintain public infrastructure
🔹 Strategies to overcome common barriers to innovation in the public sector—from privacy concerns to outdated mindsets
🔹 Real-world examples and global lessons that can inspire faster, smarter transformation in your own organisation


Why It Matters


Whether you’re a policymaker, technologist, or just curious about the future of public services, this episode offers a bold, practical look at how Ontario—and governments globally—can leverage technology for better outcomes.

🎧 Tune in to discover how Infrastructure Ontario is turning red tape into rapid innovation

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Heather Dailey Content Strategist, Public Sector Network