Calgary Chapter
Description
The Calgary Chapter was launched in January 2006. The launch coincided with our
first chapter event which was held at University of Calgary. A guest speaker from
Alberta Environment gave an interactive talk on the changing role of water managers
in Alberta and opportunities for students and young professionals in water related
fields in the province.
The core organizational committee is now comprised of students and young professionals
that collaborate on a volunteer basis to organize events which create opportunities
for students and young professionals to network. Our events have been well attended
and we continue to strive to bring in speakers that provide relevant information
regarding current water issues. Our membership and event attendees include individuals
from a wide range of disciplines from biologists, hydrogeologists, engineers, and
planners. The core team meets approximately once a month during the fall, winter
and spring months in order to network and plan events.
A summary of 2006 events/activities: Bow River Clean Up, a showing of the Bow River Float film, a review of the Water in the West Senate Report, an academic speaker event at UofC, the Youth Environmental Summit in Kananaskis, as well as leisure activities.
Summary of 2007 events/activities: 1 year anniversary Pub Night (January), Student/Professional Mixer (March), Bow River Clean-Up (May), “What you can do with your degree night” (October).
Summary of 2008 events/activities: 2 year anniversary Pub Night (January), Networking breakfast at the CWRA Alberta Branch conference (April).
The Calgary chapter is always looking for new members and new event ideas. Please
contact the chapter leader if you are interested in getting involved.
Events
- Pub Night
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Event Date: Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Event Location:
Our annual pub night was held Wednesday Jan. 28rd in the Den at the University of Calgary. It was a huge success with more than 30 students and professionals enjoying drinks and food while getting to know each other. Students were able to get some insight to potential careers in water-related fields.
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- Student/Professional Mixer
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Event Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Event Location:
This event is being organized in order to provide the opportunity for students and professionals working in water related careers to socialize and also listen to a round table discussion on water issues. The mixer will be held on Wednesday March 25th in the Bianca Room, Mac Hall, University of Calgary, from 6 to 8 PM.
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- Bow River Cleanup
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Event Date: Sunday, May 03, 2009
Event Location:
This year’s City of Calgary Pathways and River Cleanup is Sunday, May 3rd. We will have a team out this year to enjoy a great day together by doing some positive work for their community.
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- Stream Rehabilitation Work with Trout Unlimited
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Event Date: Friday, April 10, 2009
Event Location:
We are joining with Trout Unlimited to do some bank stabilization work on the Dogpound Creek using natural materials found on site (native soils, tree cuttings) to recreate conditions similar to the original found upstream. We hope to stabilize the banks to decrease erosion damage from future flooding.The project is tentatively scheduled for completion on Saturday, April 18th, 2009. RSVP To Chad Nixon for “The Saturday, April 18TH Event” at chad.nixon@amec.com By FRIDAY, APRIL 10TH.
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