ASPB 2023 AGM and Conference

The ASPB 2023 Annual Conference will be on November 22, 23, and 24 at the Red Deer Resort and Casino in Red Deer, Alberta;

Conference Theme is

Transition: Embracing and Leading Change as Biologists

Moving forward and growing from one of our best attended conferences ever, in 2022, we are looking to expand and make our conference bigger and better. With the conference in a central location, this conference will be more accessible and allow us to reach more members with Government updates, industry presentations and technical talks. 

The conference will include: 

• Sponsor booths
• One full day and 2 half-days of presentations
• Breakout rooms for presentation options
• Networking opportunities
• Wednesday and Thursday evening receptions
• Student recognition
• ASPB AGM

Notice for Call for Abstracts

Open: March 1

Deadline: April 30

Topics: We are looking for abstracts focused on wetlands, wildlife, aquatics, rec/rem, sustainability, renewables, and advancements in the field of biology.

Since our conference topic this year revolves around transition, we would like to hear how your specialty has experienced - or is experiencing - transition. 

Details: Abstracts ~250-500 words sent to Jessica Koehli at regulatory@aspb.ab.ca

The review of abstracts will take approximately 1-2 weeks beyond the deadline. At that time the authors or presenters of potential abstracts will be contacted for a short online interview. 

Notice for Call for Workshops

The ASPB is considering hosting biology focused workshops after the conference is complete on the afternoon of Friday, November 24. There will be an official call for workshops soon; at the moment we are looking to generate some interest. If you are interested in hosting a workshop or have a suggestion about a course you would like to see delivered, please send us an email at regulatory@aspb.ab.ca. 

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