Conference theme and objectives The conference theme embraces the impact of current global change now and in the coming decades and how impact assessment (IA) itself will evolve as a result. The “next generation” refers to both a new genera- tion of practitioners and new approaches to IA practice internationally to address issues of global
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Preliminary program and registration materials Call for papers and posters Submission deadline: 31 December2012 What did delegates say was the best aspect of IAIA12? “Exposure to international experiences.” “Information for starting some work in an area which is not my field.” “A one-of-a-kind experience that was an excellent platform to present my work, meet
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Modern Fracture Stimulation & Extraction of Unconventional Oil & Gas Resources: Understanding the past and present enables decisions for the future Includes the following subjects: Conventional Oil and Gas Unconventional Oil and Gas Conventional vs Unconventional Historical Fracture stimulation Modern Fracture Stimulation Distinction: past and present Hydraulic Fracturing (‘fracking’) Multi-stage Horizontal
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NEWS RELEASE – NOVEMBER 7, 2012 Environment Minister Ken Cheveldayoff today announced the proclamation The Environmental Assessment Amendment Act, 2010. The purpose of the Act is to ensure that economic development proceeds with adequate environmental safeguards to protect the environment and maintain public health. The amendments were made to align with the government’s move to
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This forum took place Wednesday October 17, 2012 – 1:00 to 4:30 pm Fletcher Challenge Theatre, Simon Fraser University Vancouver 515 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC Download the full presentation here
IAIA-WNC Presents Forum on the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act 2012 Wednesday October 17, 2012 – 1:00 to 4:30 pm (Registration opens at 12:30 pm) Fletcher Challenge Theater, Simon Fraser University Vancouver, 515 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC The International Association for Impact Assessment’s Western and Northern Canada Affiliate is pleased to host a forum on
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We are pleased to let you know that IAIA 2013 will be held in Calgary from May 13-16, 2013. The theme of the conference will be Impact Assessment: The Next Generation which examines two key issues affecting the future of the practice 1) the streamlining of the regulatory process to facilitate project development and 2) the entry of new practitioners
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First Announcement and Call for Session Proposals Submission Deadline: 31 August 2012 The 33rd annual conference of the International Association for Impact Assessment (IAIA) will be held in Calgary, Alberta, Canada on 13-16 May, 2013. The theme of the IAIA13 conference is “Impact Assessment: The Next Generation.” The “next generation” refers to both a new generation of
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Mr. Roberts, The program agenda for CI Energy Group’s Environmental Monitoring for Resource Development is complete! Check out the practical, industry-focused program taking place October 30-31, 2012 in Calgary, AB. This event was designed through market research to provide you with the latest information and practical strategies to successfully manage your projects through the evolving changes in provincial and federal
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GRI is starting a new project to update topic-related content of the Guidelines and is now inviting nominations for four new G4 Working Groups on 1) Anti-corruption, 2) Biodiversity, 3) Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions and 4) Occupational Health and Safety. Please find below more information on how to apply for these Working Groups and the links
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