Registration includes Evening Reception on May 5^th, lunch, health breaks, and banquet on May 6^th and lunch and health breaks, on May 7^th.

Early Bird Deadline is February 12th, 2026. Regular Registration (Feb 13-Apr 15, $482.85) and Late Registration (Apr 16-Apr 30, $538.35) will also be available.

Includes taxes (5% GST and 6% PST)

Registration includes Evening Reception on May 5^th, lunch, coffee breaks, and banquet on May 6^th and lunch and coffee breaks on May 7^th.

There is no deadline for this ticket type, please register before April 30th.

Includes taxes (5% GST and 6% PST)

The tradeshow will be held in the main Plenary room (Centennial Hall) where all health breaks occur.

Please note that event registration is not included in the cost of the Tradeshow Booth, and a separate Conference Registration must be purchased for the booth attendant.

Each tradeshow booth is 8’x8’ and includes a skirted table and two chairs.

Spaces are limited and booths are accepted on a first-come first-served basis.

Please complete the Tradeshow Application Form: https://forms.gle/e8ozR2PjHXM69J6V8

Electricity to the booth will be an extra $80 paid directly to TCU Place.

Includes taxes (5% GST and 6% PST)

The tradeshow will be held in the main Plenary room (Centennial Hall) where all health breaks occur.

Please note that event registration is not included in the cost of the Tradeshow booth and a separate Conference Registration must be purchased for the booth attendant.

Each tradeshow booth is 8’x8’ and includes a skirted table and two chairs.

Spaces are limited and booths are accepted on a first-come first-served basis.

Please complete the Tradeshow Application Form: https://forms.gle/e8ozR2PjHXM69J6V8

Electricity to the booth will be an extra $80 paid directly to TCU Place.

Includes taxes (5% GST and 6% PST)

Organizers: Meewasin Valley Authority and Swale Watchers

Location: Northeast Swale (Range Rd 3050, Saskatoon, SK)

Time: May 5th, 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Description: Join Renny Grilz from the Meewasin Valley Authority and members of the Swale Watchers as we explore 600+ hectares of native prairie and natural wetlands on the Northeast Swale. We will be honouring the land and its inhabitants with traditional Indigenous dancing and music, followed by a hiking tour through this precious natural area to experience an amazing diversity of life. Along the way, we will discuss techniques and strategies for managing and protecting this land in the context of planned urban expansion and other pressures.

Accessibility: this is a fairly easy 2 km walk along mowed trails, with a slight incline and uneven ground. There will be a portapotty on site. Please dress for the weather and take precautions against ticks. In case of inclement weather, the dancers and drummers will perform indoors, courtesy of the Saskatoon Wildlife Federation, nearby.

Tour cost includes bus trip from TCU Place to tour location and back to TCU Place.

Bus departure at TCU Place: 8:30 AM, return to TCU Place at 12:00 PM

Includes taxes (5% GST and 6% PST)

Organizers: PCESC Logistics Committee and the Wanuskewin Heritage Park

Location: Wanuskewin Heritage Park (RR #4 Penner Road, Saskatoon, SK)

Time: May 5th, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Description: Learn from Wanuskewin’s experienced interpreters on two immersive guided tours where you will have an opportunity to interact with Northern Plains Indigenous cultures.

Guided Tour #1- Native Plant Walk: Learn about the medicinal and edible plants in the opimihāw Valley that Indigenous peoples use for sustenance, shelter, and tools. This program emphasizes the relationship between Indigenous peoples and the land, our role as stewards of the ecosystems we live in, and past and present resource use and survival.

Guided Tour #2- Bison Walk: Learn about bison as a keystone species to the grassland ecosystem, and as a cultural keystone to Northern Plains Indigenous peoples. Explore one of the methods of bison hunting through the nēwo asinīyak Bison Jump. Participants will learn about the spiritual relationship between Northern Plains Indigenous peoples and bison, and how the Wanuskewin bison herd is revitalizing culture and the environment.

Tour cost includes bus trip from TCU Place to Wanuskewin and back to TCU Place. However, there is parking available at Wanuskewin if you’d rather drive yourself. Please note that there is no discount if you choose to drive yourself.

Bus departure at TCU Place: 9:00 AM, return to TCU Place at 12:00 PM.

Includes taxes (5% GST and 6% PST)

Organizers: Saskatoon Nature Society

Location: TBD

Time: May 5th, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Description: Join bird guides from the Saskatoon Nature Society for a visit to a wetland in the Saskatoon area, where you may spot prairie songbirds and waterfowl, and shorebirds. Don't forget your binoculars!

Bus departure at TCU Place: 8:00 AM, return to TCU Place at 12:00 PM.

Organizers: Sarah Vinge-Mazer, Eric Lamb

Location: WP Fraser Herbarium; University of Saskatchewan Campus, 51 Campus Drive, Saskatoon SK

Time: May 5th, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Note: there will be a break for lunch but it is not included in cost of the workshop. several dining options are available on campus.

Description: The Canadian prairies are home to a suite of unique and imperiled plant Species At Risk. Accurate identification and documentation of these species is essential to determining their distribution and conducting long-term monitoring. In this workshop you will be introduced to the WP Fraser Herbarium and will have the opportunity to view specimens of some of the rare species in the collection. Sarah Vinge-Mazer will discuss how to identify these species, including the key features needed to differentiate them from look-alike species, using herbarium specimens. You will also learn the key habitat features, threats and optimal survey times for each.

In this workshop you will also learn how to prepare specimens. You will be guided through the process of preparing specimens including collection techniques, label data entry, and mounting. This skillset will be an invaluable asset to land managers, technicians, and students alike.

Workshop cost does not include transportation. Public parking is available in the parkade at the back of the Agriculture Building.

Includes taxes (5% GST and 6% PST)

Organizer: Sheri Monk, Snakes on a Plain

Location: TCU Place, Main Floor, Gallery A

Time: May 5th, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Description: Join a half-day workshop to learn about the natural history and ecology of Saskatchewan’s native snake species. Become a better advocate for snake conservation and learn how to work and play safely around the beautiful prairie rattlesnake. Meet Carl Junior the bull snake, which is a native species, and learn how to handle him.  We will also learn about our resident western black widows, and some of our other spicier invertebrates. This workshop will be full of myth-busting, interactivity and fun. Come for the snakes and stay for the prizes!

Includes taxes (5% GST and 6% PST)

Organizers: Canadian Prairies Prescribed Fire Exchange (CPPFE) in collaboration with Meewasin Valley Authority, Canadian Wildlife Service, City of Saskatoon, SaskParks, Nature Conservancy of Canada.

Location: Wanuskewin Heritage Park or a Meewasin Valley Authority location.

Time: May 5th, 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Description: Prescribed fire is an essential tool for managing and restoring prairie ecosystems, reducing invasive species, and maintaining ecological health. Learning how to plan and implement a prescribed fire safely requires careful preparation and scenario-based training.

In this workshop, you will be introduced to the fundamentals of prescribed fire planning and implementation through a hands-on scenario exercise. Guided by experienced fire practitioners, you will work through the steps of building a burn plan, reviewing equipment needs, and developing safety strategies.

Participants will take part in a mock prescribed fire scenario, where small groups will practice roles on an incident management team, respond to changing conditions, and discuss decision-making in a safe learning environment. This interactive approach will give you insight into the complexities of prescribed fire operations while strengthening collaboration and communication skills essential for fire management.

Workshop cost includes bus trip from TCU Place to workshop location and back to TCU Place.

Bus departure at TCU Place: 1:00 PM, return to TCU Place at 5:00 PM.

Includes taxes (5% GST and 6% PST)

Organizers: Jeff Lane (University of Saskatchewan) and Erin Swerdfeger (Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment)

Time: TBD

Location: walking distance from TCU, along the South Saskatchewan River

Description: Join an evening walk along the Meewasin trail in downtown Saskatoon as you learn about Saskatchewan’s bat species and have a chance to detect them yourself with provided equipment. Please bring good walking shoes, layers, and be aware that this program is weather dependent and takes place after dark.

Includes taxes (5% GST and 6% PST)

Join us on Wednesday May 6th, for our evening banquet which will include a showcase of local performers, as well as the presentation of three Prairie Conservation Awards and up to three Young Professional Stewardship Grants.

Please note that Conference Registration includes one banquet ticket; this option is for purchasing extra banquet tickets.

Includes taxes (5% GST and 6% PST)