SEN Info Bulletin

GM Alfalfa Ruling by U.S. Supreme Court has Sweeping Implications

SASKATOON, Sask — Yesterday, the US Supreme Court ruled that genetically-modified (GM) alfalfa cannot be planted or sold in that country. This ruling has very significant implications for Canadian farmers and all other citizens. Canada’s National Farmers Union (NFU) participated in an “amicus brief” to the US Supreme Court as part of this case.

The case, Monsanto v. Geerston Farms, marks the first time a GM crop case has been brought before the US Supreme Court. Ruling on a lower court decision, the Supreme Court upheld a ban on the sale and planting of Monsanto’s Roundup Ready alfalfa. The ban will remain in place until the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) prepares a proper Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) and until the USDA succeeds in officially “deregulating” the crop—a move that will be scrutinized and opposed (possibly in court) by many groups. Work on an EIS and possible deregulation will take at least a year, possibly much longer, giving farmers and others opposed to GM alfalfa time to gain a permanent ban. The US ruling also makes Canadian GM alfalfa commercialization less likely.

The proposed introduction of GM alfalfa in North America threatens Canadian agriculture and food in several ways. First, organic farmers will face risks and lost income. Experience with canola and flax in Canada and rice and other crops in the US shows that GM alfalfa, if approved, will contaminate our fields and seed stocks. Alfalfa plays a key role in organic farming systems and crop rotations. The introduction of GM alfalfa will make it difficult for some farmers to continue in organic crop production. It will make it more difficult to raise organic livestock. The threat (or reality) of contamination may close overseas markets for a wide range of organic (and conventional) crops. And the risk of rejected shipments will create unbearable financial risks for organic and conventional farmers alike. Several groups in Canada share the NFU’s concerns, including key players in the alfalfa seed industry.

Full press release at: http://www.nfu.ca/press.html.

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Organic, Farmer-Owned Co-op First to Receive Domestic Fair Trade Certification

REGINA, SK - Farmer Direct Co-operative Ltd. (FDC), a farmer-owned business of 70 certified organic family farms is the first business in Canada and the United States to receive domestic fair trade certification. “People usually associate fair trade with coffee, sugar, bananas and other crops from the global south, but fair wages to farm workers and fair prices to farmers are just as much a concern in industrialized nations like Canada and the United States,” explains Murray Horkoff a FDC farmer-owner from Kamsack, SK. “Now organic consumers can purchase fairly traded, flax, wheat, beans, peas, lentils and other crops grown in the Northern Hemisphere,” adds Horkoff.

Full story: http://www.farmerdirect.coop/index.php?p=Home.

General Manager Jason Freeman is interviewed on CBC Saskatchewan. Listen at: http://www.cbc.ca/morningedition/# under "Featured Audio".

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Bikes help Newcomers Make Prince Albert Home

Prince Albert, SK - Used, donated bicycles have been tuned up and are helping newcomers to Canada adapt to life in Prince Albert. The Prince Albert Active Transportation Committee's Bicycle Recycle Program donated seven bikes to YWCA Newcomers to Canada.

"We applied for specific families who needed them for specific reasons. A lot of them are dependent on the bus, so having a bike allows them to have access to the community after 7 p.m.," said Tara Switenky, a settlement counsellor.

The Bicycle Recycle Program takes donated bikes, stores them at the Habitat Restore while they undergo repairs, then the bikes are distributed through community organizations that work with children, youth and families. This is the second year of the program.

Article: http://www.paherald.sk.ca/News/Local/2010-06-23/article-1409600/Bikes-help-newcomers-make-Prince-Albert-home/1.

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New Facebook Group Opposes White-Water Park

Please join the Pelican Watch in protesting yet another megaproject development on the South Saskatchewan River. We can stop the Whitewater Park and the loss of bird habitat and the loss of the joy and solace that habitat gives to human visitors to the Weir and environs. People are encouraged to take action now and write letters to City Council.

Go here to check out Saskatoon Says No To Whitewater: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=118631554847159. More information at http://pelicanwatchsaskatoon.blogspot.com/.

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Feedback: Management of Uranium Mine Waste Rock and Mill Tailings

The comments received by the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission(CNSC) during the first round of the consultation process for Discussion Paper DIS-10-01 Management of Uranium Mine Waste Rock and Mill Tailings are posted on the CNSC website. A second consultation period is now open for stakeholders to provide feedback on the comments received. A report will be made available to the public once all comments have been reviewed.

Please provide your feedback no later than July 14, 2010. Note that any comments submitted, including names and affiliations, are intended to be made public. Details at: http://www.nuclearsafety.gc.ca/eng/readingroom/infobulletins/view_bulletin.cfm?bulletin_id=216.

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Stop Enviropig

The so-called "Enviropig™" could soon be the first genetically modified (GM) (also called genetically engineered or GE) food animal on the market. Enviropig™ is the trademarked industry name for a pig that has been genetically engineered to excrete less phosphorous in its feces. Enviropig™ was developed by researchers at the University of Guelph in Ontario.

Stop “Enviropig™”! Take Action today to stop genetically modified animals. More about the campaign at: http://www.cban.ca/Resources/Topics/Enviropig.

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SaskPower Refrigerator Recycling Program

Our new pilot program can save you money and power, and help protect the environment too. This year, residents within the city limits of Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon, Swift Current and Weyburn can participate in the three-month pilot, taking place between June 1 - August 31, 2010. SaskPower Eneraction will measure the success of the program once it's complete to determine future program opportunities, efficiencies, and incentives.

Details at: http://www.saskpower.com/eneraction/programs_and_offers/for_my_home/.

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Rare Plant Survey Techniques Course

If you’re a professional who conducts, contracts, or supervises rare plant survey projects, and any individual seeking professional development in rare plant survey project planning, execution, and reporting, then you’ll find value in this course. Details at the Native Plant Society of Saskatchewan website: http://www.npss.sk.ca/?s=5.events,67.

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Summer Institute on Place and Critical Eco Pedagogies

The two University of Saskatchewan College of Education courses below are intended to help develop and support teaching practices concerned with social and environmental justice in relation to local places. They are open to undergraduate students, graduate students, and practitioners. There is $200 fee for the summer institute in addition to regular course tuition.

Urban Education (Saskatoon-based): July 24-29, 2010. This course focuses on how urban experiential and community-based learning can contribute to both personal and educational decolonization and reinhabitation in relation to social and ecological justice issues in a Saskatchewan context.

Outdoor Education (River-based): August 4-9, 2010. This course focuses on how outdoor experiential and place-based learning can contribute to both personal and educational decolonization and reinhabitation in relation to social and ecological justice issues in a Saskatchewan context. This course builds on the frameworks for experiential and place-based learning developed in Urban Education pre-requisite course, and extends them to consider unique issues and opportunities that arise in outdoor education environments. Pre-requisite is Urban Education.

Details at: http://www.usask.ca/education/efdt/graduate-program/spring-summer.php.

For more information, contact: Marcia McKenzie or Scott Thompson at marcia.mckenzie@usask.ca and thompsons@spsd.sk.ca. To register, contact edfdt.gradsecretary@usask.ca or (306) 966-7514.

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Permaculture Design Certificate (PDC) Course

Come join us in this full 72-hour permaculture design certificate course. Our fees have been kept low at $1000 (plus GST) and $800 (plus GST) for students/low income. Details of how the course will be taught by Jesse Lemieux, our excellent instructor, can be found at his website: http://www.pacificpermaculture.ca/.

The course covers how to design, establish and sustain living systems for every climate and landscape. It includes the application of permaculture principles to food production, home design, construction, energy conservation and generation, and explores alternative economic structures and legal strategies supporting permaculture solutions. To register contact the Centre for Continuing & Distance Education at the U of S, call 306-966-5539.

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Generating Momentum: Activist Leadership Training Camp

The Saskatchewan Council for International Cooperation and the Regina Public Interest Research Group are working together this summer to hold an amazing leadership training experience for young people 18 - 29 yrs old.

This camp will be 3 full days of leadership training in the Qu'Appelle Valley. It is an educational, skills-based, action-oriented event. The workshops and trainings could include: Justice, Anti-oppression and democracy; Solidarity locally and internationally; Solutions locally and internationally; Understanding and affecting power politics; Social networking, volunteer recruitment, media and messaging; Personal sustainability; Strategic planning, event coordinating and project management; Creative activism; Building a movement, being a movement; Getting the Roots of Poverty.

This event will also allow participants to meet and network with a diverse group of people, and make new friends! Hiking, canoeing, music/ art jams, and other fun activities will be available for participants outside of workshop times!

Details and registration info at: http://www.earthbeat.sk.ca.

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Waterlution presents Canadian Water Innovation Lab

In October 2010, 250 young Canadians will attend a once-in-a-lifetime learning event that will turn their good intentions into concrete actions to protect our most precious natural resource: water. The Canadian Water Innovation Lab 2010 will bring 250 young leaders together with key water decision-makers – business, Aboriginal, and community leaders; policymakers, scientists, and activists – to explore creative solutions to our complex water resource management problems. Participants will stay on-site and learn via experiential learning activities, field tours, mentoring, and systems theory. The Lab will give tomorrow’s leaders the insights, tools, and connections to make a difference in protecting and preserving water resources, right now.

Don't miss this opportunity to shape the future of Canada's water and watersheds! APPLY NOW at http://www.waterlution.org/cwil/.

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Seeking Nominations: A Day Made Better

Grand & Toy, in partnership with Learning for a Sustainable Future, is making October 5, 2010: "A Day Made Better" in schools right across Canada!

This initiative will allow you to recognize an unsung hero for their outstanding contributions to education by nominating the star teacher in your school. Through the "A Day Made Better" program, you can not only recognize that one teacher who is always going above and beyond the call of duty, but can also surprise them in a way they’ll never forget.

For more details, please visit the following website: http://www.grandandtoy.com/sites/Corp/Services/AboutUs_Main.aspx?name=About_ADMB. Deadline for applications is June 25th, 2010.

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Teachers: Participate in an Action-based Environmental Education Program

Now is your chance to incorporate ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION into your day-to-day lives!

Teachers and their families* are being provided with the opportunity to participate in an action-based environmental education program. This program will enable teachers to explore and engage in environmentally responsible actions in their daily lives and achieve new life practices with the support of their families and other families in Saskatoon. Participants will be rewarded for their involvement and reimbursed for environmental resources and other costs incurred.

*The term “family” refers to a collective of individuals living in a household who identify themselves as a family. Voluntary involvement from the whole family is necessary.

This 5 month research project will start in September, 2010. This program is the focus of a Master’s research study being offered through the School of Environment and Sustainability, University of Saskatchewan. For more information, please contact Shannon Dyck SLD492@MAIL.USASK.CA or (306) 880-0373.

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Volunteer at Regina's Native Plant Nursery

Do you like getting some fresh air, learning about native plants and meeting great people? If so, volunteering in our nursery could be for you! The Regina Plain Native Prairie Seed Nursery is located in the back of the Riverside Memorial Park Cemetery off Assiniboine Avenue in Regina.

You are encouraged to bring work gloves, sturdy footwear, mosquito repellent, appropriate clothing, sun block, and a rake if possible. You can also bring friends and family to help out (many hands make light work). We'll have some refreshments on hand.

If interested in any of these work bees listed at http://www.npss.sk.ca/?s=5.events,195, please contact Chet Neufeld at (306) 668-3940 or info@npss.sk.ca so that we know how many people will be attending these events.

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WAM Volunteers Needed for Jazz Festival

As you may know, WAM has a project to provide free Saskatoon tap water at Saskatoon festivals. We will have a station with cold water, cups, and signs with fast facts about water as a way to cut down on bottled water at events! We need volunteers to help staff the stations, so please respond if you are able to help out! We will be scheduling in two hour blocks and we will generally have two people on at a time so feel free to sign up in pairs! As a gesture of thanks we are happy to provide you with food and for each shift you volunteer your name will go into a prize draw.

Jazz Fest: June 25 - July 4. We will be running both the tap water station and the bike valet station at Jazz Fest. We will generally need volunteers from 4pm to 10pm!

Please contact Ferron at wearemanyfestival@gmail.com.

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Bike Valet Volunteers Needed at the Jazz Fest!

Roadmap Saskatoon is looking for volunteers to hang out by the Bessborough, sit in the sun and watch some bikes at this year's Jazz Fest, June 25 to July 4.

The Bike Valet is aiming to make Summer City Festivals more sustainable, cut down on traffic congestion and smog, and ease bikers' minds about the security of their bikes. The program works like a coat check - a rider will drop off their bike with Roadmap staff and volunteers, and receive a tag to be presented upon their return.

To make this program a success, we need trusty volunteers to stand guard over the bike station. Volunteers will be entered to win one of many $50 Farmers' Market Gift Certificates.

Signing up to volunteer is easy. Either fill out the following survey with the times that you are committing to - feel free to sign up in two's! http://www.doodle.com/2dpgfbn5nwmvyuzp Or you can call or email Jessie at Roadmap at jbest@meewasin.com or 306.477.9148. Volunteer spots are filling up quickly so don't miss this great opportunity!

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Office Space for Rent - Available July 1, 2010

Sublet from Oxfam Canada. 1 year lease required – available starting July 1, 2010. Rent is $400/ month. Location: 416 – 23rd Street East, Suite 200. Small downtown office for rent in space shared with Oxfam Canada and Saskatchewan Council for International Cooperation (SCIC). Please contact Lisa Faye at or lisaf@oxfam.ca (Please make your subject line: OFFICE SPACE).

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Recycle Your Brita Water Filters

Eco-producer Preserve and Brita have teamed up to collect and recycle Brita® pitcher filters. Preserve transforms the recycled plastic from the filters into new Preserve products. Here's how to recycle them: http://www.preserveproducts.com/products.html.

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Summer Reading and Viewing: Mother Jones

Mother Jones is a nonprofit news organization that specializes in investigative, political, and social justice reporting. They currently have two main "platforms": an award-winning bimonthly national magazine, and a website featuring new, original reporting 24-7.

View: Fiore Cartoon: Tony Hayward's Glamorous Life at http://motherjones.com/category/primary-tags/bp.

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Organo Coffee Promoter Offers Help for WAM

Organo Coffee can donate to the We are Many (WAM) cause by selling healthier Coffee and donating back to WAM. Send people to http://www.koffy.biz - we have 'healthier' coffee! Have them order at least one box of gourmet healthier coffee and I will donate $5.00 to the WAM cause!

When they order they will have to enter their name just make sure they add the letters 'wam' after their last name! For example: FIRST NAME: Jane LAST NAME: koffy wam. Once the orders are processed I will send WAM $5.00 for every person that orders at least one box....If they order three or more I will donate $20.00.

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Eco Jobs, Events and Volunteering on RCEN Site

The Canadian Environmental Network (RCEN) is excited to announce the launch of three new services, in partnership with Planetfriendly and GoodWork Canada:

• Eco Events Calendar http://calendar.rcen.ca/
• Eco Jobs Board http://jobs.rcen.ca/
• Eco Volunteer Opportunities http://volunteer.rcen.ca/

Along with news and information from the environmental NGO sector, the RCEN website now features these dynamic, user-driven resources to help connect Canadians of all backgrounds with rewarding opportunities.

Getting Involved Just Got Easier: Find the most relevant, up-to-date environmental events and opportunities; Post your events and opportunities where they'll be seen by Canada's environmental community, non-profit groups and green businesses of all sizes. To post an event or opportunity, just use the submission form. RCEN member organisations receive a 10% discount when posting job opportunities.

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Green Drinks Regina

July’s Green Drinks will be hosted by Brighter Green who is a provider of the Sustainable Building Advisor (SBA) certification program. The SBA program provides the skills and knowledge to design, build and operate buildings in a better way. It is geared towards architects, engineers, builders, developers, designers and anyone interested in the sustainable building industry. In October the SBA program will be offered in Regina. Come find out a little about the program and learn something new about green building. For more information, call Sarah McRaven at 351-8775, or join us on July 8th.

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Clean Bin Movie

The Clean Bin Project cycle tour will be in Regina on July 8 at the George Bothwell Library 2965 Gordon Road at 7pm. Tickets are by donation at the door. http://www.cleanbinmovie.com/screenings/.

What started as a personal challenge - a household competition to see who could produce the least amount of garbage - has now become a feature documentary. Filmmakers Grant Baldwin and Jenny Rustemeyer are hitting the road on bicycles to show their film The Clean Bin Project in communities across Canada.

The Clean Bin Project is a feature documentary film about a regular couple and their quest to answer the question "is it possible to live completely waste free?" Partners Jen and Grant go head to head in a competition to see who can swear off consumerism and produce the least landfill garbage in an entire year. Their light-hearted competition to refuse, reduce and recycle their way to the smallest garbage bin is set against a darker examination of the large-scale environmental impacts of our "throw-away society".

For more information contact: Keith Freeman 778.928.3664 cleanbinpress (at) gmail.com

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Monarch Teacher Network (MTN)

The workshop is designed for teachers of all kinds to learn about the Monarch life stages, their fascinating journey, and also about the importance of pollinators and their food sources. But all interested adults are encouraged to register and get up close and personal with the beautiful Monarch butterflies. For more information and to register, visit http://www.monarchteachernetwork-westerncanada.com/.

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Integrative Cancer Care: The InspireHealth Experience

The Integrative Health Seminar continues with a special presentation at the Sheraton Cavalier in downtown Saskatoon. The session will feature Dr. Hal Gunn, co-founder and CEO of InspireHealth, a prominent integrative health centre for people with cancer and their families, located in Vancouver, BC.

This event is the Third Annual Betty-Ann and Wade Heggie Lecture in Integrative Medicine, and is being held in conjunction with the Highlights in Medicine 2010 Alumni Conference and Reunion.

For some background reading, please see Dr. Gunn's article entitled "The Passionate Prince: Prince Charles shares his lifelong interest in health during visit to Vancouver¹s InspireHealth integrated cancer care centre," by Dr. Hal Gunn MD, available at: http://www.commonground.ca/iss/222/cg222_prince.shtml.

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Outdoor and Nature Photography at the Beaver Creek Conservation Area

Join the Saskatoon Nature Society for a field trip that will focus on landscape and nature photography, with some plant macro photography. Bring a picnic dinner - we will take a break for a meal in the park. Pack your camera, tripod and mosquito repellent. A polarizing filter is optional but recommended. The park closes at 8 pm. For more information, please contact Branimir Gjetvaj at 220-5703.

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Transition Saskatoon Meeting

Vimy Memorial Bandshell in Kiwanis Park, or (in case of poor weather) Oxfam Office - 416 21st Street E, Suite 200. Working together on a community level to battle the global issues of peak oil and climate change.

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Green Eats, Book Treats

Join the Saskatchewan Environmental Society at the Saskatoon Farmers Market for a reading by Amy Jo Ehman from her new book “Prairie Feast: A Writier’s Journey Home for Dinner.” Joining her will be Moe Mathieu, professional chef and SIAST Chef Instructor, who will be preparing some tasty treats for your enjoyment. Donations to help cover costs will gratefully be accepted. Please pre-register in advance by emailing the Farmers Market at skfarm@sasktel.net.

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Nature and Environment Short Film Festival

We’re showing two award-winning documentaries this night. “Mad Cow Sacred Cow” by Saskatoon film producer Anand Ramayya combines a look at food, food safety, and farming in the prairies and India with an exploration of Ramayya’s Indian heritage. “The Disappearing Male” examines the impact of common chemicals on boys and men and their normal development. Event co-sponsored by the J.S. Wood Library and Saskatchewan Environmental Society. For more information contact 306-665-1915.

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Hort Week

Every year, the University of Saskatchewan hosts gardening enthusiasts for a week of horticulture workshops and social events. Gardeners of any experience level may find classes of interest and meet people who share their enthusiasm for gardening. In addition to offering all of our core courses, a wide variety of specialized workshops, free tours, and social events are available. Courses start throughout the day, with typical start times of 9 am, 1 pm, and 7 pm. For more information, visit http://ccde.usask.ca/mastergardener/hortweek.

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“A Harmonious Environment” with David Suzuki

Please join us for a FREE lecture with Dr. David Suzuki. Dr. Suzuki is an award-winning scientist, environmentalist and broadcaster. He is renowned for his radio and television programs that explain the complexities of the natural sciences in a compelling, easily understood way. “A Harmonious Environment” will highlight how we are all interconnected and interdependent with nature. Dr. Suzuki will discuss the effects of cosmetic use of pesticides on our environment, human health and insects. You do not need to register to attend this free event, though anyone pre-registering will have preferred seating. For more information call 966-5539.

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Free Yoga in the Park

Free yoga in the park brought to you by The Better Good http://thebettergood.com/ will be every Sunday this summer in Rotary Park at 10am. This is a great way to build community as it is open to everyone at no cost! Get fit, focused and in tune with all that is. We are encouraging anyone that is interested to bring a picnic to enjoy together after the practice. Instruction by One Yoga.

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Trash Dashers

Every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. we meet in parks around Saskatoon and do a walking or jogging park clean-up until each piece of litter has found its way to a garbage can and recyclables have been collected.

Trash Dashers is a local initiative and is community fitness at its best: it’s free, fun, interactive and helps maintain our health and the health of our community. People of all ages & fitness levels are encouraged to join us in rain, snow or shine. And encourage your friends and family to come along too!

We meet at the park signs (e.g., where it says the name of the Park) at 10:30 am - look for our Trash Dashers logo. Schedule at http://trashdashers.jimdo.com/. For more information, please contact Shannon at shandy30@hotmail.com or 880-0373

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Wind Turbines and Power Exhibition

Three turbines have been installed outside the Saskatoon Western Development Museum and connected to the Saskatoon Light and Power electrical grid. The goal for the turbines is to reduce the WDM’s reliance on non-renewable electrical power and educate the public about the past, present, and potential future of wind power.

Each turbine stands 15 metres (50 feet) tall, with 3 metre (9 foot) diameter blades. Manufactured by Raum Engineering of Saskatoon, they have a maximum power output rating of 1.3 KW each.

Indoors, Winds of Change, an interactive exhibit explains how the turbines generate electricity, tracks the amount of electrical energy currently being produced by the turbines, and offers a history of wind power in Saskatchewan.

Read more about the WDM wind turbines and exhibit in Winds of Change by WDM volunteer Kathy Morrell at http://wdm.ca/stoon/wind_extra.html.

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Native Plant Society of Saskatchewan Annual Summer Field Tour

The event is free and open to all ages and experience levels. We will be doing some short hikes and trying to identify and record plants along the way. There are also related activities on Friday, July 2 and Sunday, July 4 if you'd like to stay for longer. If you'd like to register for Saturday, please phone or e-mail Chet Neufeld at info@npss.sk.ca. More information at http://www.npss.sk.ca.

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Call for Vendors: Ness Creek Music Festival Eco-village

The 20th Annual Ness Creek Music Festival takes place in Saskatchewan's rural North and serves up four days of eclectic musical performances from local and international artists, in genres ranging from rock and blues to reggae and soul music. FeaturingL The Sadies, Deep Dark Woods, Little Miss Higgins, Crooked Creek and many more. Four days of great music, fun, and friends in the boreal forest.... the best time you can have in one weekend!

The festival is seeking Eco-Village participants. The fee structure is $25 for non-profits and $100 for other ocompanies or organizations. Each booth will receive two festival passes but participants must be committed to working th hours the Village is open: Friday and Saturday 12 - 6, and Sunday 10 - 3. Applications and guidelines at: http://www.nesscreek.com/vendor.php.

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Saskatoon Prairie Bioblitz

Accomplished botanists and ecologists will help the Nature Conservancy of Canada learn more about the plants and wildlife that call the Asquith North property home! You must register to participate: http://www.natureconservancy.ca.

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Last Mountain Lake: 16th Annual SOEEA Ecotour

Explore the oldest bird sanctuary in North America. Registration begins 6 pm at the Nokomis Hotel. Bird banding on Saturday, guided tours on Sunday, and evening presentations and entertainment included. Families welcome. Contact Paul Stinson for more information. Early bird and student/low income rates available. Space is limited.

More information available at http://www.soeea.sk.ca/event/ecotour/2010-08-13/%7E97.

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Keepers of the Water IV: The Sacred Gift of Water

Details and registration information at http://www.keepersofthewater.ca/keepers4/.

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Bison Grunt at Old Man on his Back

At this unique event you might meet a Bison! Help Nature conservancy of Canada upgrade the Bison handling facility and assist with site clean-up at the Old Man on His Back Prairie and Heritage Conservation Area. This is a two day event, but please sign up for the second day separately. Contact Jennipher Karst (866) 622-7275 ext. 229.

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RCEN 2010 Conference: Conserving Biodiversity Pays

This September 17-19, join us in Montreal for the RCEN's 2010 Annual Conference. The theme of this year’s event is “Conserving Biodiversity Pays: The Values of Ecosystem Services”.

Visit our 2010 Conference webpage at http://www.cen-rce.org/AGA/2010/index.html for details or to register.

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