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The Geosynthetics Division supports industrial, technical and, research efforts advancing the use of geosynthetics by Canadian geotechnical professionals. It contributes to the organization of short courses and sessions related to Geosynthetics during the annual Canadian geotechnical conference. The Division monitors, stimulates and promotes national and international activities leading to the technical competence and excellence of the Canadian geotechnical professionals.
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee of the Geosynthetics Division consists of the following members:
For an outstanding contribution associated with the application of geosynthetics in civil, geotechnical or geoenvironmental engineering. The contribution can be theoretical, practical or a case study, and can be in the form of:
i) a publication in the Canadian Geotechnical Journal, official journal of the International Geosynthetics Society; or another peer-reviewed technical journal,
ii) a book or chapter of a book, or
iii) a keynote or invited lecture published in the proceedings of a learned society conference.
Awarded biannually, typically even-numbered years. Please send your nominations directly to the Division Chair.
Most Recent Awardees:
2020: Colin Alston
2018: (not awarded)
2016: MH El Naggar
2014: (not awarded)
2012: J Fannin
Latest News
ASCE Terzaghi Lecture
CGS Past President (2001-2002), Kerry Rowe, Queen's University, will be giving the 2017 ASCE Terzaghi ...
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Reports / Documents
Upcoming Events
Year:
JUN
13
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JUL
20
2022
Spring 2022 Cross Canada Lecture Tour
Location:
Canada
OCT
02-05
2022
GeoCalgary 2022: 75th Annual Canadian Geotechical Society
Location:
Calgary, Alberta
DEC
04-07
2022
International Oil Sands Tailings Conference
Location:
Edmonton, Alberta
Please contact the Geosynthetics Division at info@cgs.ca if you have any comments or suggestions.