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In the student
sessions
(oral and poster) we had presentations from 7 different
Universities (Lakehead, Western, Guelph, Trent, McMaster, Toronto and
Carleton). In addition to representatives from schools listed above,
there were also attendees from University of Waterloo, Fleming College, Niagara College, and Sault College. The oral
presentations were all very well done, with Dave Zanatta
(University of Toronto) providing us with a
visually stimulating presentation on freshwater mussels ("Evolution of
active host-attraction strategies in the freshwater mussel tribe
Lampsilini"). The posters were also very informative with Christine
Pelletier (Carleton University) posing the question "Do
catch-and-release guidelines from state and provincial fisheries
agencies conform to scientifically-based best practices?".
Abstracts are available in the
Program. |
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The business meeting, chaired
by Warren Dunlop was well attended, although due to our new larger
membership (~135), we did not have a quorum. Issues discussed included
the usual Membership Update and Treasurer's Report, but also included
briefings by Dave Stanley on Bylaw Changes and CARS, an update by Dave
Green on Continuing Education, Lynn Bouvier discussed the formation of a
new Student Subunit, and finally an update on the
2008 AFS Annual Meeting
in Ottawa by Dave Maraldo. Margaret Crossman was on hand to
present the E.J. Crossman Award
to Dave Zanatta, and Jason Barnucz presented the
Ontario B.A.S.S. Federation
Nation Award
to Christine Pelletier. |
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This year, it was decided
not to have any live entertainment, instead opting for the relaxed
atmosphere of the fireplace lounge where delegates could casually
discuss the day’s events, catch up with friends and enjoy some of
Biotactic's sponsorship. The raffle draw was a great success with
3 grand prizes (Guided
Fishing Trip, Garmin GPSMAP 60Cx and a Limited Edition Curtis
Atwater print). Congratulations to Sean Stuart, Dave Maraldo, and
Andrew Scheidel, respectively. The positive comments received are a
reflection of the wonderful food and accommodations provided by Geneva Park and
how the Annual Meeting was a great venue for students to get
acquainted with professionals (see an
example). |
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We would also like to thank the sponsors who provided financial support
and/or prizes. They are: |
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Backroad Mapbooks,
Bass Pro Shops, Biotactic Fish &
Wildlife, Bruce Power,
Conservation Foundation of the Hamilton Region,
Credit Valley Conservation,
EcoMetrix Incorporated,
Fisheries and Oceans Canada,
Galt House Publications Ltd.,
Gartner Lee Limited,
Golder Associates,
Grand River Conservation Authority,
Grindstone Angling,
GPSCentral.ca,
Halltech Environmental Inc.,
Hamilton Conservation
Authority, Hatch Acres,
Hoskin Scientific Ltd,
Lotek Wireless Inc,
Natural Resource Solutions Inc,
Ontario Federation of Anglers & Hunters,
Ontario B.A.S.S. Federation Nation,
Ontario Ministry of
Natural Resources, Ontario Power
Generation,
Ontario Waterpower
Association,
Swift Canoe & Kayak
and
Trout Unlimited Canada. |
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Visit the
Photo
Gallery to view some of the activities from the 2006 meeting! Visit
the History page
to see synopses from other meetings! |
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