16th International Conference on Aquatic Invasive Species (ICAIS)
Conference Overview
The introduction and spread of invasive species in freshwater and marine environments is a worldwide problem that is increasing in frequency. There are various pathways by which nonindigenous invertebrate, fish, and plant species are introduced, becoming established and causing significant damage to coastal and freshwater ecosystems, and to the economies that depend upon them.
Fisheries and Oceans Canada and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration are hosting the 16th International Conference on Aquatic Invasive Species (ICAIS) that will be held in Montréal, Canada from April 19 to 23, 2009.
The conference sessions are t aking place at the Fairmont Queen Elizabeth, 900 Boulevard Rene-Levesque West in Montréal.
This conference series has evolved over the last decade into the most comprehensive international forum for the review of accumulated scientific knowledge; presentation of the latest field research; introduction of new technological developments for prevention, monitoring and control; and discussion of policy, legislation, public education and outreach initiatives to raise awareness of the impacts of aquatic invasive species and prevent new introductions.
The conference typically involves over 400 participants from 30 countries representing academia, industry, government agencies, NGOs and other stakeholders involved in the issues and seeking opportunities for cooperation and collaboration to address them.
Conference Accommodation
Fairmont Queen Elizabeth
900 Boulevard Rene-Levesque West
Montréal, QC H3B 4A5
T: 514-861-3511
F: 514-954-2298
The Fairmont Queen Elizabeth is the official hotel for the Conference. The hotel is located in the heart of downtown Montreal with easy access to restaurants and shopping. The hotel is about a 30-minute taxi ride from Montreal's Pierre Elliot Trudeau International Airport, and the Via Rail station is adjacent to the hotel, one level below ground.
The hotel is offering a special reduced rate for Conference participants of CAD $169.00 per night single/double occupancy. This link takes you directly to the on-line reservation form for ICAIS 2009
https://resweb.passkey.com/go/icaisThere are a limited number of rooms in the conference block, so be sure to make your reservation early.
The cut-off date for reservations is March 18, 2009 and after that date, accommodation will only be provided based on availability at the time of booking, and at the prevailing rate.
Please note that if you are a member of the Fairmont President’s Club you will receive free high-speed Internet access in your guest room during your stay (a cost saving of over $15.00 per day). Membership in the Fairmont President’s Club is free and provides many additional benefits at Fairmont hotels and resorts worldwide. To take advantage of the free Internet access and other benefits, be sure to sign up in advance of your arrival at the hotel. For details go to:
http://www.fairmont.com/EN_FA/MainNavigation/FPC.htm
Program Committee
Abraham bij de Vaate, Chair, Technical Program Committee, ICAIS 2007
Waterfauna Hydrobiologisch Adviesbureau
Amy Benson, Past Chair, Technical Program Committee, ICAIS 2006, US Geological Survey Kay Austin, International Joint Commission, United States Section
Beth Brownson, Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources
Renata Claudi, RNT Consulting Inc.
Alfred F. Cofrancesco, Jr., US Army Engineer Research & Development Center
Linda Drees, National Park Service
Kari Duncan, US Fish & Wildlife Service
Robert Hester, Ontario Power Generation
Sharon Gross, US Geological Survey
Michelle Harmon, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Jim Houston, International Joint Commission, Canada Section
Rob Leewis, Thalassa Picture Services
Rob Leuven, Radboud University Nijmegen
Frances Lucy, Institute of Technology, Sligo, School of Science
Tom Morris, Transport Canada Marine
Bivan Patnaik, US Coast Guard
Stephen Phillips, Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission
Sanjeevi (Raju) Rajagopal, Radboud University Nijmegen
David F. Reid, National Ocean and Atmospheric Administration
Glenn Rhett, US Army Engineer Research & Development Center
Darlene Smith, Fisheries and Oceans Canada
Gerard van der Velde, Radboud University Nijmegen
Christopher J. Wiley, Fisheries and Oceans Canada and Transport Canada
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