AAC Conference
May 7th – May 10th at the Victoria Conference Centre in Victoria, British Columbia
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Contributed papers (oral or poster) are invited for presentation at Aquaculture Canada 2023. Any topic related to aquaculture will be considered. Any individual is welcome to attend the conference and submit an abstract for consideration, however, please note that the Aquaculture Association of Canada does not provide letters of invite nor provide assistance in obtaining visas to attend the conference.
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Exhibitors are an integral part of the success of the Aquaculture Association of Canada (AAC) Annual Conference. As such, the AAC invites you to exhibit and participate in the Aquaculture Canada 2023 Conference and Tradeshow, scheduled to take place at the Victoria Conference Centre from May 7th through to May 10th, 2023.
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Sponsors are an integral part of the success of the Aquaculture Canada 2023 Conference and Tradeshow. Any support that you or your organization offers will greatly benefit the events, in addition to providing advertising opportunities for your company.
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Social Events
President’s Reception
Everyone is welcome at the first official event of AC23. Come and enjoy this informal event that kicks off the conference.
Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Location: Victoria Conference Centre, Salon BC
Cost: Complimentary for all Delegates
Dr. Joe Brown BBQ
The Student BBQ has been a long-standing fundraiser event for the AAC Student Endowment Fund; a fund used to award student scholarships, presentation, and travel awards. In memory of a former AAC President, professor, research scientist and memorable mentor to his many students, the BBQ was renamed the Dr. Joe Brown BBQ as a tribute to Dr. Brown. The event is a casual gathering filled with good food and drink.
Time: 6:30pm – 10:00pm
Location: TBD
Cost: $55
SEF Silent Auction
The AAC Silent Auction is a 2-day event auctioning various items donated by AAC Members as well as Conference and Tradeshow Attendees to raise funds for the AAC Student Endowment Fund. Get your competitive juices flowing and have your pens ready to get in on the action!
Time: 9:00am Monday until 6:00pm on Tuesday
Location: Victoria Conference Centre, View Royal Room – LOOK FOR SIGNS
Winners will be posted at the Registration Desk on Wednesday, May 10th – ALL items must be paid for and picked up by 12:00pm – CASH or CREDIT
Poster Session
A designated scheduled poster session for poster presenters; we encourage all delegates to attend. Poster presenters will be standing by to provide an overview their research and answer your questions. A cash bar will be available, and it is a great warm up to the Gala…and it is your last opportunity to sneak in some “winning” silent auction bids!
Time: 5:00pm – 6:00pm
Location: Victoria Conference Centre, Salon BC
Cost: Complimentary to all Delegates
AC23 Gala Dinner
The Gala Dinner is the final social event of the Conference and Tradeshow and is not to be missed! So polish your shoes, set out your fancy clothes (okay, a step up from business casual at least) and enjoy a sumptuous meal with friends and colleagues. AC23 will honour a current or past member of the AAC with the presentation of the AAC Lifetime Achievement Award.
Time: Reception at 7:00pm, Meal at 7:30pm – 10:30pm
Location: Victoria Conference Centre, Salon A
Cost: $120
SEF Silent Auction *Reminder*
Winners will be posted at the Registration Desk on Wednesday, May 10th – ALL items must be paid for and picked up by 12:00pm – CASH or CREDIT
Accommodations
Rooms have been reserved for AC23 attendees at the Marriott Victoria Inner Harbour under a special discounted rate – available until April 7th, 2023. Delegates are responsible for making and managing their own reservations.
Available rooms under the AC23 rate include a Superior Room with a King Bed ($269.00 + taxes) or the Deluxe Room with two (2) Double Beds ($249.00 + taxes). To ensure that you take advantage of this special rate and that you get the room(s) that you want, we encourage you to book your accommodations as soon as possible.
For those wishing to make reservations via phone, please call Toll-Free Reservations at 1-888-236-2427 – ensure that you ask for the “Aquaculture Canada May 2023” group rate. Please be advised of possible extended wait times when booking through the Call Centre.
Cancellation Policy: Any cancellations received three (3) days or less prior to arrival, will forfeit 1 nights’ accommodations and applicable taxes.
Information for Students
Students are an integral part of the annual meetings of the AAC, and several events are devoted to student activities. Aquaculture Canada 2023 Conference and Tradeshow is a great opportunity for students to network with industry, government, and academia. Take the center stage and present your exciting research project. Join in the social events and meet the key industry players. Network and start your path to future opportunities.
STUDENT VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED
Get involved! Have fun! Become a volunteer!
STUDENT AWARDS
For over the past 30 years the AAC has awarded financial aid for students to attend the annual conference, during which students are encouraged to present their research, in either oral or poster format; awarding best presentation in each category and awarding student scholarships. This year is no different!
The AAC awards up to three (3) different types of Student Awards at the annual conference:
1) Best Student Presentation (Oral and Poster)
2) Student Scholarships
3) Student Travel Awards
Applications must be received before February 24th, 2023. For more information on student events, awards, or volunteer opportunities, please contact:
Tiago Hori & Eric Ignatz, Co-Chair, AAC Outreach and Recognition Committee
E-mail: awards@aquacultureassociation.ca
Joanne Burry, AAC Conference Manager
E-mail: jmburry@nl.rogers.com
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