We are pleased to invite you to our upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Saturday, June 27th starting at 1:30 PM at the Millard Learning Centre (10825 Porlier Pass Road). You are encouraged to attend in person, but can also join remotely via Zoom at this LINK.
IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING MEMBERSHIPS & VOTING
The GCA’s AGM is open to the public, but only members in good standing can vote. To be considered a member in good standing, you must have renewed your membership in 2025 (6-month grace period ends June 30th) or in 2026, either by donating an amount greater than $10, or by volunteering with the GCA for at least one hour and signing up to be a member.
Interested in being more involved? If you wish to know more about the roles and responsibilities of board members and eligibility to stand for election, please email Risa Smith, current GCA Board Vice-Chair: vice-chair@galianoconservancy.ca
This year’s AGM will feature a special presentation by Dr. Jennifer Grenz, UBC professor whose scholarly interests revolve around invasive species management, ecological restoration, and science communication.
Dr. Grenz’ Bio Statement
Dr. Jennifer Grenz is a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Forest Resources Management at the University of British Columbia, jointly appointed between the Faculty of Forestry and the Faculty of Land and Food Systems. She holds a B.Sc in Agroecology and a PhD in Integrated Studies in Land and Food Systems from UBC. Her research focuses on invasive species management, ecological restoration, and applying Indigenous perspectives to ecosystem management, particularly in the context of climate change and post-wildfire recovery.
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