June 1st – 3rd 2025 | Auberge de la Pointe, Rivière-du-Loup, Québec
The Quebec Chapter of the Canadian Land Reclamation Association (CLRA/ACRSD) invites you to its 2025 Symposium, organized in collaboration with Society for Ecological Restoration – Eastern Canada (SER-EC).
The symposium theme is: “Ecological Restoration in Eastern Quebec and the Acadian Peninsula.”
📍 Dates: June 1–3, 2025
📍 Location: Auberge de la Pointe, Rivière-du-Loup (Quebec)
Program Highlights:
🗓️ Sunday June 1st – Field trips from 13h00 to 17h30:
- Option 1: Restoration of coastal wetlands along the St. Lawrence River — a guided excursion led by coastal conservation specialists.
- Option 2: Visit to a restored and active peatlands, focusing on sustainable practices and applied research.
🍽️ In the evening, an optional festive BBQ dinner will offer a chance to connect in a relaxed setting.
🗓️ June 2 – Symposium Day from 8h30 to 17h30:
Presentations, scientific discussions, coffee breaks, buffet lunch, and a networking cocktail.
Full program details: https://chapter.ser.org/easterncanada/symposium2025/
The full program in French is attached.
Fees:
- Field Trips: $95 (taxes and platform fees extra)
- BBQ Dinner: $62 (taxes, service, and platform fees extra)
- Symposium Day:
- Members of CLRA/ACRSD, SER-EC, or students: $140 (taxes and platform fees extra)
- Regular rate: $180 (taxes and platform fees extra)
Registration: https://my.weezevent.com/symposium-ser-ec-acrsd-cic-2-juin-2025
🗓️ June 3 – Optional Event: Celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Bois-des-Bel Research Station. Hosted by the GRET, this event will highlight 25 years of research in peatland ecology. Information and registration here.
Important: Take advantage of the special hotel rate by booking directly with Auberge de la Pointe before April 29.
**Both field trip options and the symposium are eligible for CERP Continuing Education Credits (CECs) through SER.
We hope to see many of you there to exchange ideas, successes, and challenges in ecological restoration across Eastern Canada. In the meantime, stay informed with the latest updates: Follow the event on Facebook.
To become a sponsor for this event, please contact: serec@ser.org