Mid-Canada Chapter of AFS
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Mid-Canada Chapter of AFS
@afs-mcc.bsky.social
Representing fisheries and aquatic scientists of AFS working in Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Nunavut, and Northwest Territories.
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The December issue of Fisheries is ready to enjoy! This exclusive publication is available to all AFS members. Not a member? Not a problem! Join or renew today to gain access. Visit bit.ly/3xMNtV5 for more information
January 6, 2026 at 8:15 PM
Happening in 20 minutes!
Seminar alert! The Mid-Canada Chapter is excited to present Dr. Chris Somers from the University of Regina virtually on Dec 17 at 1pm Mountain. Chris will be discussing his work on how barotrauma affects catch and release of sport fish.

Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Mid-Canada Chapter Seminar: Chris Somers
The Mid-Canada Chapter of the American Fisheries Society is excited to present the following seminar featuring Chris Somers from the University of Regina. Chris will be discussing his work on how baro...
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December 17, 2025 at 7:40 PM
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Seminar alert! The Mid-Canada Chapter is excited to present Dr. Chris Somers from the University of Regina virtually on Dec 17 at 1pm Mountain. Chris will be discussing his work on how barotrauma affects catch and release of sport fish.

Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Mid-Canada Chapter Seminar: Chris Somers
The Mid-Canada Chapter of the American Fisheries Society is excited to present the following seminar featuring Chris Somers from the University of Regina. Chris will be discussing his work on how baro...
docs.google.com
December 10, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Seminar alert! The Mid-Canada Chapter is excited to present Dr. Chris Somers from the University of Regina virtually on Dec 17 at 1pm Mountain. Chris will be discussing his work on how barotrauma affects catch and release of sport fish.

Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Mid-Canada Chapter Seminar: Chris Somers
The Mid-Canada Chapter of the American Fisheries Society is excited to present the following seminar featuring Chris Somers from the University of Regina. Chris will be discussing his work on how baro...
docs.google.com
December 10, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Happening today! See link below to register!
Seminar alert! The Mid-Canada Chapter is excited to present Doug Watkinson from Fisheries and Oceans Canada on Nov 27 at 2pm Central. Doug will be discussing his work on species at risk in Alberta's Milk River.

Register here: midcanada.fisheries.org/mcc-seminar-...
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November 27, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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Seminar alert! The Mid-Canada Chapter is excited to present Doug Watkinson from Fisheries and Oceans Canada on Nov 27 at 2pm Central. Doug will be discussing his work on species at risk in Alberta's Milk River.

Register here: midcanada.fisheries.org/mcc-seminar-...
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November 19, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Seminar alert! The Mid-Canada Chapter is excited to present Doug Watkinson from Fisheries and Oceans Canada on Nov 27 at 2pm Central. Doug will be discussing his work on species at risk in Alberta's Milk River.

Register here: midcanada.fisheries.org/mcc-seminar-...
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November 19, 2025 at 5:06 PM
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The 2025 field season was busy for many reasons, including publishing! Check out our recent manuscript highlight featuring research from Mid-Canada Chapter members from across the region: midcanada.fisheries.org/manuscript-h...
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October 16, 2025 at 8:44 PM
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We're partnering with @scas-scsa.bsky.social for an exciting webinar focused on advancing research in a diversity of aquatic science fields!

Learn more and register to save your spot ▶️ us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
October 16, 2025 at 7:20 PM
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We're partnering with @cdnsciencepub.com for our next #AquaSeries Webinar! Join us October 27 to discuss the future of Canadian aquatic sciences.
Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
October 17, 2025 at 4:29 PM
The 2025 field season was busy for many reasons, including publishing! Check out our recent manuscript highlight featuring research from Mid-Canada Chapter members from across the region: midcanada.fisheries.org/manuscript-h...
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October 16, 2025 at 8:44 PM
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#PostDoc Opportunity: Remote Sensing of Carbon Dynamics in Beaver-Engineered Peatlands

Join @usask.ca to study how beavers shape montane peatlands and impact carbon stocks. Candidates must have expertise in #RemoteSensing

Application reviews start August 15th. usask.csod.com/ux/ats/caree...
July 16, 2025 at 9:18 PM
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New paper! ‼️ Angling-like stressors immediately before spawning impacts the offspring of lake trout 🐟 🐟 🐟 Fun study in collaboration with Manitoba Fisheries and @calebhasler.bsky.social lab.

onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
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July 16, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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‼️ Calling All Students ‼️

🪼 2025 Peter A. Larkin Awards for Excellence in Fisheries 🪼
Applications are being accepted

DUE Friday, June 20

$200 Cash & Travel to @scas-scsa.bsky.social #2026

Email YOUR application to
[email protected] today!
June 16, 2025 at 1:17 AM
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‼️ Calling All Students ‼️

🪼 2025 Peter A. Larkin Awards for Excellence in Fisheries 🪼
Applications are being accepted

$200 Cash & Travel to @scas-scsa.bsky.social #2026

Email YOUR application to
[email protected] today!
May 6, 2025 at 2:15 AM
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The Mid-Canada Chapter is excited to host a Fisheries Career Panel at 3pm CT on Friday, April 25!

Curious about jobs in fisheries and aquatic sciences? The panel will feature fisheries professionals from a variety of backgrounds from across the region.

To register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
April 23, 2025 at 3:59 PM
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Interested in getting involved with your AFS Mid-Canada Chapter Executive Team? Nominate yourself for a position in 2025-2026. Nomination deadline: April 30, 2025.

For more information: midcanada.fisheries.org/mcc-executiv...
MCC Executive Elections – Call for nominations! – Mid-Canada Chapter of AFS (MCC)
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April 17, 2025 at 3:10 PM
The Mid-Canada Chapter is excited to host a Fisheries Career Panel at 3pm CT on Friday, April 25!

Curious about jobs in fisheries and aquatic sciences? The panel will feature fisheries professionals from a variety of backgrounds from across the region.

To register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
April 23, 2025 at 3:59 PM
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Ready, set, register! Join us for our 155th Annual Meeting in San Antonio, Texas. Take advantage of the early bird rates by registering before June 4th! #AFS155 #fisheries
April 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Interested in getting involved with your AFS Mid-Canada Chapter Executive Team? Nominate yourself for a position in 2025-2026. Nomination deadline: April 30, 2025.

For more information: midcanada.fisheries.org/mcc-executiv...
MCC Executive Elections – Call for nominations! – Mid-Canada Chapter of AFS (MCC)
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April 17, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Thanks to everyone who joined us at the social event in Edmonton this week! It was a blast connecting with fisheries and aquatic scientists from across central Alberta!

Stay tuned for future Mid-Canada Chapter events in your area.
April 11, 2025 at 5:49 PM
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Status of Lake Trout populations in Manitoba, a welcomed point of reference for management part of Giulio Navarroli MSc work, with @calebhasler.bsky.social et al. @uwinnipeg.bsky.social

Very glad to be part of this work! @springer1842.bsky.social

link.springer.com/article/10.1...
Application of a population status model on several recreational lake trout (Salvelinus namaycush) fisheries in Manitoba, Canada - Environmental Biology of Fishes
Current data on lake trout (Salvelinus namaycush) populations in Manitoba are limited but essential for guiding effective management decisions. To address this gap, academics and provincial fisheries ...
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April 8, 2025 at 7:48 PM
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Join us for a panel conversation with SCAS-SCSA Photo contest winners as they share their experiences using photography as a tool for #SciComm, providing advice on how to enhance the ways we share our research and professional work with wide audiences. Register here: forms.gle/Qz48Si9HG8Kj...
April 8, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Networking Opportunity: Social event in Edmonton on April 9 (tomorrow).

The Mid-Canada Chapter is excited to host a social event in Edmonton. Come hang out and get to know other fish friends in your area!

For more details and to register: www.eventbrite.com/e/american-f...
American Fisheries Society Mid-Canada Chapter: Edmonton Networking Event
Come join us at the American Fisheries Society Mid-Canada Chapter: Edmonton Networking Event for a night of mingling with fish folks!
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April 8, 2025 at 3:25 PM
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Summer job alert! Lake Winnipeg Foundation seeks a Summer Outreach Coordinator. Full-time, May-Aug 2024, $23/hr, 32-hr workweek. Passionate about community & environment?

Apply by April 7: bit.ly/LWFSOC

#WinnipegJobs #LakeWinnipeg #SummerJob
March 13, 2025 at 9:34 PM