Geotechnical News - March 2016 - page 24

History & Innovation October 2nd - 5th, 2016 | Vancouver, BC
The Canadian Geotechnical Society (CGS), in collaboration with the Vancouver Geotechnical Society
(VGS), invite you to attend the 69th Annual Geotechnical Conference, GeoVancouver 2016 Conference.
The theme of the Conference is “History and Innovation”, recognizing the historical achievements
and lessons learned over time while highlighting innovation in geotechnical engineering.
69th Annual Canadian Geotechnical Conference
October 2nd - 5 th, 2016, Vancouver, BC
Abstracts should generally fall within the following themes:
• Fundamentals
• Case Histories
• Infrastructure Design and Operation
• Geohazards
• Problematic Soils and Ground
Improvement
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• Soil and Terrain Characterization
• Foundation Design
• Energy Resources
• Cold Regions Engineering
• Geo-Environmental Engineering
JUNE 3, 2016 JULY 31, 2016 OCTOBER 2, 2016
Deadline for full paper submissions End of early bird registrations Ice Breaker reception
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
The Conference will cover a wide range of topics with special sessions that are of local and national relevance to the
field of geotechnical engineering.
In addition to the technical program and plenary sessions from renowned keynote speakers, the Conference will include
• Short courses,
• Technical tours,
• Posters,
• Exhibits
• Networking opportunities at various social events.
Visit our website www.geovancouver2016.com to learn more about the conference.
And be sure to register before July 31, 2016 to take advantage of the Early Bird rates!
KEY DATES
Technical Themes
• Groundwater and Hydrogeology
• Design Codes
• Education and Professional
Practice