ALBERTA BIOLOGISTS' BIWEEKLY
JUNE 1, 2023
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They're on their way to the Transition Conference!
Julie Angus (she has a graduate degree in molecular biology!) and her husband Colin are both adventurers and filmmakers. They have received the National Geographic Adventurer of the Year award, and are fellows of the Canadian Geographic Society. They have been announced as keynote speakers at the ASPB conference on November 23, 2023.
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THE SECOND CALL FOR ABSTRACTS
IS NOW OPEN
to present at
TRANSITION:
Embracing & Leading Change as Biologists
(The 2023 ASPB Conference on November 22, 23, and 24 at Red Deer)
In this, our second round of the Call for Abstracts, the Conference Team is particularly looking for abstracts that focus on wetlands and wildlife. And, since our conference this year revolves around transition, we would like to hear how your specialty is experiencing transition.
The deadline to submit abstracts for this round is July 15, 2023. Abstracts should be between 250 and 500 words; please send them to the attention of Jessica Koehli at regulatory@aspb.ab.ca. The review of abstracts will take approximately 1-2 weeks beyond the deadline, and during the review period, the authors or presenters of potential abstracts will be contacted for a short online interview.
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ASPB Mentorship Pilot
kicks off on June 1, 2023
SEE ARTICLE IN
BIOS BRIEF
down the page
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Headed into the field?
Remember your cameras!
The ASPB is hosting a photo contest in 2023, and will announce the winners and their prizes at the annual conference (November 22-24). The photo submission deadline is October 31, 2023; the submission guidelines are HERE.
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The ASPB Invites
Conference Sponsors
The ASPB Conference Committee is excited about the Annual Conference and AGM to be held at the Red Deer Resort and Casino, November 22-24, 2023. The initial conference program (and tickets!) will be available soon, and Sponsorship Packages are available HERE.
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Is the rural renewal immigration stream
the right option for your workforce?
Alberta’s Rural Renewal Immigration Stream is a lesser-known and used avenue for quickly bringing eligible workers to smaller communities in Alberta. Work permits are currently being approved within one month and are Labour Market Impact Assessment exempt. Field Law’s Cory Dawson provides some key points to consider when deciding if this is the right option for your organization, HERE
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Fisheries Biologists Announce
2024 Conference in Manitoba
The GPFWA has announced that the 2024 Great Plains Fisheries Workers Association (GPFWA) Workshop will be held at the Hecla/Grindstone Provincial Park in Manitoba on March 5 to 7, 2024. Fisheries professionals interested in being a presenter at the conference should reach out to GPFWA president Brody Kitch at Brody.Kitch@gov.mb.ca, or to Cole Phillips at Colton.Phillips@gov.mb.ca
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ASPB Board Nominations Open
The Board of Directors of the ASPB has appointed Past President Victoria Lukasic as Chair of the 2023 Nominating Committee. The positions of President Elect, Board Secretary and three Directors are open for election at the Annual General Meeting on November 24, 2023 at Red Deer, AB.
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BUILDING YOUR
CAREER?
See what's new on the
BIOLOGISTS'
JOB BOARD
Wildlife Biologist
Field Crew Coordinator / Environmental Monitor
Wildlife Recovery Biologist
Senior Environmental Impact Assessment Lead, Environment and Sustainability
Environmental Specialist
Wetland Specialist – Native Plant Solutions
Intermediate Environmental Specialist
Environmental Scientist - Biologist
Senior Wetland Biologist
Molecular Biologist / Environmental Genomics
Hydrologist
Environment Coordinator - Wildlife
Aquatic Environmental Specialist
Environmental Impact Assessment Specialist
Environmental Technician
Senior Fish Biologist
Environmental Planner - Team Lead
Aquatic Ecologist (Intermediate to Senior)
Environmental Chemist/Toxicologist/Limnologist
Senior Wildlife Biologist
Environmental Scientist/Biologist
Intermediate Aquatic Scientist
Intermediate Soil Scientist
FIND INFORMATION ABOUT THESE
AND OVER 30
OTHER POSITIONS
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SEMINARS, WEBINARS & CONFERENCES
JUNE
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A Field Law Free Webinar:
Coffee, Counsel, and Contracts
Join the lawyers at Field Law for a complimentary “Coffee + Counsel” webinar for an unscripted discussion about legal issues relevant to organizations operating in Alberta and the Northwest Territories. The next one (June 13 at noon) will talk about employment relationships and contracts to help you avoid misunderstandings and legal disputes down the line. Register Here
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SEMINARS, WEBINARS & CONFERENCES
SEPTEMBER
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Legislation and Conducting
Projects Near Water
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) in Ontario, Prairie and Arctic regions are providing information sessions on DFO Legislation and Conducting Projects Near Water. To attend the September session, click here: September 19, 2023 @11:00 – 12:30 CST and allow the link to open in your web browser (please use Chrome or Edge). If you have the Teams application installed, click on “Open in Microsoft Teams” in the pop-up window or “Launch it Now”. If you do not have the Teams application installed, click “Join on the Web Instead”.
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SEMINARS, WEBINARS & CONFERENCES
OCTOBER
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Whitebark Pine Science and
Management Conference in October
The annual Whitebark Pine Science and Management Conference will take place October 12 and 13, 2023 in Revelstoke, BC. There will also be two optional field trips: a pre-conference trip on October 11 to tour the Kalamalka Research Center in Vernon, and a post-conference trip on October 14 to visit 5-needle pine stands near Golden. Early Bird Registration is open until June 30, and here you can find: Conference details and Registration.
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fRI Research to Host Forum
In Edmonton, October 24-26
After a prolonged hiatus due to health restrictions, fRI Research is excited to provide an opportunity for resource practitioners, policy makers, scientists, and community leaders to review and discuss new research findings related to mountain pine beetle. Major concerns targeted by this research include climate change, anthropogenic intervention, forest composition, socio-economic values, watersheds and their impact on water flow, biota, species at risk, and public safety as it pertains to wildfire. You can learn more about the forum and register HERE
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SEMINARS, WEBINARS & CONFERENCES
NOVEMBER
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NABC Banding Workshop
and Certification in Belize
Hosted by the Toucan Ridge Ecology and Education Society at the TREES Research Center in the Maya Mountains of Belize, these sessions will be held November 11-15, 2023 and November 17-18, 2023. For full information visit www.ecorana.ca
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Legislation and Conducting
Projects Near Water
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) in Ontario, Prairie and Arctic regions are providing information sessions on DFO Legislation and Conducting Projects Near Water. To attend the November session, click here: November 21, 2023 @ 11:00-12:30 CST and allow the link to open in your web browser (please use Chrome or Edge). If you have the Teams application installed, click on “Open in Microsoft Teams” in the pop-up window or “Launch it Now”. If you do not have the Teams application installed, click “Join on the Web Instead”.
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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.
For More Information Go
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UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY
CONTINUING EDUCATION
BMC265 - Environmental Impact Assessments
Start Date: June 30 2023
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COLUMBIA MOUNTAINS INSTITUTE
Thanks to the generous support of the Columbia Basin Trust and KCP, we are able to offer this series free of charge. For full details and registration please go
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NATURAL RESOURCES
TRAINING GROUP
Technical Writing for Professionals – Resumes and Cover Letters – Online, June 1, 2023
Electrofishing Certification – Online (self-paced) & Cochrane, 2nd June 2023
Wildlife Survey Field Methods: Ungulates – Online, Evenings, June 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 2023
Technical Writing for Professionals – Online, June 7-8, 2023
Avian Nest Sweeps and Monitoring Methods – Online – June 8-9, 2023
Electrofishing Certification – Online (self-paced) & Edmonton, 8th June 2023
Electrofishing Certification – Online (self-paced) & North Vancouver, 8th June 2023
Species at Risk – Online, June 13-14, 2023
Electrofishing Certification – Online (self-paced) & Cochrane, 23rd June 2023
Electrofishing Certification – Online (self-paced) & Kamloops, 27th June 2023
For the full calendar of upcoming courses the link is here:
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SALMTEC
COURSES AND TRAINING PROGRAMS
Understanding ACIMS Tools Online Course
Alberta Soil Information Viewer Online Course
Alberta Wetland Policy Basics Online Course
Navigating the Alberta Soil Information Viewer Video Short (free)
Wetland Water Cycle Video Short (free)
VISIT THE SALMTEC CONNECTOR
THE CONNECTOR is a compilation of applied science and land management event listings, across a variety of sectors and disciplines, published monthly.
You can find the SALMTEC CONNECTOR HERE.
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ASPB Mentorship Pilot
kicks off on June 1, 2023
The Alberta Society of Professional Biologists is developing a new mentorship program, moving forward with a pilot program opening this week. “The insights gained from this mentorship pilot program will be invaluable in refining and enhancing our full program,” says Regulatory Assistant Lazar Ceklic, “and ensure its effectiveness in nurturing the talents and aspirations of future generations of biologists.”
Of course, the pilot program itself is designed to provide valuable guidance, support, and networking opportunities for ASPB registrants who sign on. “By connecting experienced professionals with enthusiastic mentees, the ASPB aims to create a collaborative environment where knowledge and expertise can be shared, ultimately promoting excellence within the profession,” continues Ceklic. “Through the process of gathering feedback, analyzing outcomes, and continuously improving the program based on real-world experiences, we are committed to nurturing a community of excellence and innovation in the field!”
ASPB registrants who are interested in becoming a mentor or mentee are encouraged to contact Lazar by email at office@aspb.ab.ca.
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WE WELCOME OUR NEW CONFERENCE SPONSORS:
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VISIT OUR CONFERENCE WEB PAGE
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We regularly receive notifications from Google Scholar Alerts and other sources which we select and share below in the BIWEEKLY. Here is the latest batch (the links are HOT):
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