17th Annual Conference on the Great Lakes/St Lawrence River Ecosystem: "Protecting and Restoring Aquatic Ecosystems through Government and Community Action"

The St. Lawrence River Institute of Environmental Sciences, in partnership with the St. Lawrence River Restoration Council, is pleased to host its 17th annual international conference on May 5-6, 2010. The conference will take place at the NavCanada Conference Centre located on the shores of the St. Lawrence River in the friendly City of Cornwall. Enjoy the waterfront bicycle and walking paths, breathtaking views, bright conference rooms, and comfortable accommodations this world class facility has to offer.

The St. Lawrence River is the collector of all Great Lakes outflow and traffic - a complex waterway with huge economic and environmental implications. The conference on May 5-6, 2010 will concentrate on critical protection and restoration efforts needed today to sustain and manage freshwater aquatic ecosystems into the future. Experts in research, conservation, and community development will come together to share knowledge and concerns about the current state of freshwater aquatics, and to discuss action plans for restoration, protection, and management of these precious ecosystems. This conference attracts an international gathering that includes U.S. counterparts as well as experts from other countries.

Take this opportunity to become involved in collaborative decision-making with governments and communities. Expand your own professional network with acclaimed scientists, engineers, and community leaders. Share your knowledge with others toward establishing strategies for sustainable management of rivers, lakes, and streams. Let the St. Lawrence River be your inspiration to get involved and participate on May 5-6, 2010.

This is the first call for papers and all are invited to participate. Final arrangement and number of session topics will depend on the abstracts received.