In May 2010 the CSPG, CSEG and CWLS will join with GAC, MAC, IAH-CNC, CCPG and CFES to bring GeoCanada, a once-in-a-decade event, to Calgary. This valuable earth science Convention will boast an expanded technical program, extended Exhibit Floor and plenty of networking opportunities for the more than 4,500 expected attendees.

Technical Program

The abstract submission deadline has been extended! Authors now have until Monday, February 1 to submit an abstract for the Technical Program, which is comprised of over 70 general sessions  encompassing everything from Alternative Energy and Advances in Seismic Acquisition to Nuclear Repositories and Tectonostratigraphy. Be a part of this exciting program - submit an abstract for an oral session, poster display, or core conference here.

Exhibits

In 2010 the Exhibit Hall will be open for three full days, from Monday, May 10^th to Wednesday, May 12^th. Exhibit space is filling up quickly, so be sure to submit your booth application form today and ensure your company secures the opportunity to showcase products and services to over 4,500 attendees in a 100,000 sq. ft. exhibit hall. Click here for more information on exhibiting, and to download the Exhibitor Prospectus which contains the booth order form.

Public Outreach

Earth Science for Society takes place Monday and Tuesday in the space directly adjoining the Exhibit Hall. This interactive exhibition is expected to attract approximately 2,000 junior high school students as well as Convention delegates and the general public, and is only one of five planned outreach initiatives taking place this May, Click here to find out how you and your company can get involved.

Special Events

Endurance athlete Ray Zahab will motivate Monday luncheon attendees while comedian Brent Butt will entertain Wednesday delegates over the lunch hour. Visit the Special Events page for a rundown of other fun networking events taking place during the 2010 Convention.

Sponsorship Opportunities for a variety of special event, technical and outreach programs are still available. Please contact Alyssa Middleton at 403.513.1226 or sponsor@geocanada2010.ca for more information on how your company can build brand recognition with the thousands of Earth Science professionals set to attend this event!

Remember!
Abstract Submission is currently open here - be sure to submit an abstract and become part of the Technical Program.

Questions?
Please contact Shauna Carson, Convention Manager, at info@GeoCanada2010.ca