The 2008 Convention offers Delegates an exciting lineup of special events. Get your day started with convenient Coffee Breakers while you explore the show floor. End the day mingling with colleagues and exhibitors at the evening receptions.

Monday, May 12th

BREAKFAST WITH EXHIBITORS
8:00am – 10:00am
Exhibit Floor – Halls A & B
Get a chance to wander through the exhibits and enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast and coffee.

CONVENTION LUNCHEON
11:30am – 1:00pm
Roundup Centre – Hall C

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LUNCH WITH THE EXHIBITORS
11:30am – 1:00pm
Exhibit Floor – Halls A & B
New to the Convention this year is a complimentary buffet lunch on the Exhibit Floor. No need to venture off the grounds for a bite to eat.

ICEBREAKER RECEPTION
4:00pm – 7:30pm
Exhibit Floor – Halls A & B
Join your colleagues for some great food and conversation while browsing the many exhibits at this year’s CSPG CSEG CWLS Conference.

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Tuesday, May 13th

BREAKFAST WITH EXHIBITORS
8:00am – 10:00am
Exhibit Floor – Halls A & B
Get a chance to wander through the exhibits and enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast and coffee.

CONVENTION LUNCHEON
11:30am – 1:00pm
Roundup Centre – Hall C

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LUNCH WITH THE EXHIBITORS
11:30am – 1:00pm
Exhibit Floor – Halls A & B
New to the Convention this year is a complimentary buffet lunch on the exhibit floor. No need to venture off the grounds for a bite to eat.

BEER & BULL
4:00pm – 6:00pm
Exhibit Floor – Halls A & B
Enjoy the final hours of the Exhibition with a drink and appetizers as you network with colleagues.

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8th ANNUAL LONG TIME MEMBERS RECEPTION
4:00pm to 6:00pm
Rotary House
Have you been a member of the CSPG for 30+ years (since at least 1978)? If so, keep an eye open for your invitation to the 8th Annual Long-Time Member's Reception. The very popular event is a complimentary cocktail party organized exclusively for our more senior members, in appreciation of their long commitment to the Society. Attendance is by invitation only... more info

STUDENT/INDUSTRY GALA & CHALLENGE BOWL
4:00pm – 6:00pm
Boyce Theatre – Stampede Park
Meet the energetic minds of tomorrow, as graduates have the opportunity to meet industry representatives from the companies that will employ them. Strike up new relationships and wander into the theatre to take in the always entertaining Challenge Bowl competition.

Geophysics and Geoscience Students - win an expenses-paid trip to Las Vegas next September! Teams of two will compete to answer a range of geophysical and geological questions, the winning team will be sent to the SEG Annual Meeting to participate in the 3rd Annual SEG Challenge Bowl!... more info.

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Wednesday, May 14th

CONVENTION BBQ LUNCH
11:30am – 1:00pm
Tents behind the EUB Core Research Centre
Take a break from the Core Conference to enjoy the excellent BBQ lunch provided by Hycal Energy Research Laboratories.

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Thursday, May 15th

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CORE MELTDOWN
3:30pm – 7:00pm
Tents behind the EUB Core Research Centre
Celebrate another successful convention at the popular Core Meltdown event. Join the CSPG CSEG CWLS Organizing committee and all your fellow convention delegates for some food, drinks and fun.

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