ENTOMOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF ONTARIO
160th Annual General Meeting
Backyard Bugs: Community Science in Entomology
October 27-29, 2023
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Message from the Organizers
This year we are excited to announce that our Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be taking place at the Arboretum in Guelph, Ontario! The venue is surrounded by 400 acres of gorgeous gardens, walking trails, natural woodland and wetlands. This is a perfect spot to reflect on how important the pockets of nature in our backyard can be for research and community science. Throughout the pandemic, we saw an uptick in research scientists relying on help from community scientists across Canada as travel became more difficult. This experience illuminated how important it is to spark excitement for science in our communities and to understand the important role that anyone can play in science and conservation. We look forward to exploring these themes and connecting insect lovers across the province at this year's AGM! Registration will have the option for in person attendance as well as a hybrid option. For those in person, the cost will include a social on Friday night, lunch and dinner on Saturday and snacks throughout the weekend. We can’t wait to see you there! |
Plenary Speaker - Dr. Thomas Hossie
Thomas Hossie is an Assistant Professor in Biology at Trent University, broadly interested in population and behavioural ecology. His research broadly focuses on the ecology & evolution of predator-prey interactions, and conservation. He has a longstanding interest in insects, with a particular interest in dragonflies, butterflies, and moths. Since 2015 he has led community science and outreach programs in his community of Newcastle, ON, including monarch tagging events and moth nights, with the goal of showcasing the hidden biodiversity that surrounds us. These events seek to promote curiosity and provide personal connections to the natural world, which ultimately underpin successful efforts to conserve and restore wild spaces.
Website: http://www.thomashossie.ca/
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Engaging entomology – Making connections to hidden biodiversity
Abstract: Whether we notice them or not, insects surround us. In many ways, insects are the most accessible form of biodiversity that people can engage with. Indeed, much of their beauty, diversity, and fascinating biology remains hidden from people who don’t know when, where, or how to look for them. Through community outreach events, we can destigmatize these animals, showcase their hidden diversity and beauty, and secure prolonged engagement in conservation and community science initiatives. In my talk, I will explore some of the insect-related events and tools we have been using to reignite curiosity and promote engagement with community science. |
Banquet Speakers - Dave Cheung and Marvin Gunderman
Dave K.B. Cheung, Project Director, Lead DesignerLeading the team bringing Bugdex to life, Dave blends his passions for entomology, technology, and education. A former collection manager at the Natural History Museum of Denmark, Dave now runs DKB Digital Designs, a company dedicated to developing visually stunning educational software such as Bugdex and BugFinder.
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Marvin Gunderman, Chief Publicity StrategistPromoting the team by developing outreach strategies. Marvin brings his passion and knowledge of entomology, photography and pedagogy to help Bugdex achieve its mission. A retired Instructor of Entomology at McMaster University, Marvin now gives insect lectures to special interest groups, co-teaches in entomology workshops and enthusiastically contributes and supports Bugdex.
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Bugdex Unveiled: An Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Glimpse into the Ultimate Interactive Beginners' Guide to Insects
Bugdex is a captivating fusion of photography, graphic design, interactivity, and the fascinating world of entomology, all seamlessly blended to create a cutting-edge educational tool. Embrace the future of education in entomology with this incredible free mobile app! At its core lies a meticulously illustrated dichotomous key, enriched with interactive components that are set to revolutionize the way introductory entomology courses are taught. Join us on this exclusive behind-the-scenes tour and discover the story behind Bugdex. Get an up-close look at the novel animation techniques and alluring user-friendly designs that are bringing Bugdex to life.
Bugdex is a captivating fusion of photography, graphic design, interactivity, and the fascinating world of entomology, all seamlessly blended to create a cutting-edge educational tool. Embrace the future of education in entomology with this incredible free mobile app! At its core lies a meticulously illustrated dichotomous key, enriched with interactive components that are set to revolutionize the way introductory entomology courses are taught. Join us on this exclusive behind-the-scenes tour and discover the story behind Bugdex. Get an up-close look at the novel animation techniques and alluring user-friendly designs that are bringing Bugdex to life.
Student Awards
There will be awards for 1st and 2nd place in each Presentation category: Oral Presentations, and Poster Presentations.
President's Prize Oral Presentation and Poster Competition: Click here to download the judging criteria
Student Travel Award: Click here to download the criteria
President's Prize Oral Presentation and Poster Competition: Click here to download the judging criteria
Student Travel Award: Click here to download the criteria
Thank you to the sponsors of the ESO's 2023 AGM
AGM 2023Where: Guelph University, Guelph Arboretum
When: October 27-29, 2023 (Friday afternoon and evening; Saturday and Sunday) Program: Coming Soon Contact the Organizing Committee: [email protected] AGM Program 2023Bug Eye Photo Contest 2023Don't forget to submit your insect photos to the Bug Eye Photo Contest, an AGM staple, and ESO tradition!
For instructions, judging criteria, and prizes check out the 2023 Bug Eye Photo Contest webpage
You can now purchase shirts, mugs, bags, notebooks, and travel mugs with the fabulous ESO logo on them! Go to the “ESO 2023” Redbubble website to order. Scroll down for additional products. Colour options available.
Note: You must buy them through Redbubble. ESO AccommodationsThe ESO 2023 Organizing Committee has reserved a block of hotel rooms at the Delta Hotel Guelph Conference Centre. The cost of is $209.00 per night (Additional fees will apply for additional occupants).
To reserve a room, use this link: Book your group rate for Entomological Society of Ontario Room Block Event summary: Entomological Society of Ontario Room Block Start date: Friday, October 27, 2023 End date: Sunday, October 29, 2023 Last Day to Book: Tuesday, September 26, 2023 Hotel Address: 50 Stone Road West Guelph, Ontario N1G 0A9 |
Registration and Payment
Full conference registration includes the Friday night mixer, plenary session, regular talks and poster session, Saturday lunch and banquet, and coffee breaks. Breakfasts are not included. Early registration ends on September 15, and online registration ends on October 16.
If you have any questions or concerns about registration, please contact the registration coordinator, Angela Gradish, at [email protected]. Registration is now closed. Early Registration Deadline: September 15, 2023 Registration prices before September 15, 2023 Student/Retired Member in-person full conference: $110 Regular Member in-person full conference: $200 Non-Member in-person full conference: $250 Remote Conference Access: $30 Extra Banquet Ticket: $50 Final Registration Deadline: October 16, 2023 Registration prices after September 15, 2023 Student/Retired Member in-person full conference: $135 Regular Member in-person full conference: $225 Non-Member in-person full conference: $275 Remote Conference Access: $55 Extra Banquet Ticket: $50 To qualify for the member rate, you must be a member of the ESO at the time of registration. To become a member or renew your existing membership, please visit https://www.entsocont.ca/membership.html. Please complete the online registration form and pay either using the online payment system below or by sending a cheque to the society (details below). Abstract Submission Guidelines Abstract Submission Deadline: October 6, 2023
Standard Oral Presentations (Student and Regular): are limited to 12 minutes (+3 minutes for questions) in total. Poster Presentations: should be 3' by 4' in either portrait or landscape orientation. Student who are entering a poster in the student competition must send a PDF file of their POSTER by October 25, 2023 to [email protected] The guidelines for judging oral presentations and posters for the President's Prize are HERE and the Travel Criteria are found HERE Abstracts will be published in the Journal of the Entomological Society of Ontario. Please complete the online abstract form before the October 6 deadline (click here) Click to set custom HTML
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