Call for Nominations – 2027 Board of Directors
CEGA is seeking nominations for its 2027 Board of Directors. The available positions are: President Elect – who will continue to serve as President in the 2nd year and Past President in the 3rd year. Finance Director Elect – who will continue to serve as Finance Director in the 2nd year. Publications Director – oversee the production and publication of Atlas 2027 for CEGA. Please note that only voting members of CEGA can be nominated. The Nomination Process: There are two methods to make a nomination: Complete and submit the Candidate Form to the CEGA Nominations Committee for consideration.
Centennial Trails: Go Take a Hike Across Canada — Call for Submissions and Author Guidelines
Submission Guidelines – Centennial Trails: Go Take a Hike Across Canada To celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Canadian Energy Geoscience Association (CEGA), the Reservoir will launch a special Centennial Trails: Go Take a Hike Across Canada series. Beginning in 2027, this series will showcase hikes from every province and territory and will be published in the Reservoir throughout the year and beyond. The original Go Take a Hike (GTAH) series was launched in 2009 by Philip Benham. “The focus of the series is hikes or short walks that have a destination of interest to geologists. The topic of
CEGA Reservoir Symposium 2026 Wrap-Up
CEGA Reservoir Symposium Wrap-Up The 2026 CEGA Reservoir Symposium delivered a compelling program spanning a wide range of geoscience disciplines, fostering meaningful collaboration and thoughtful discussion among delegates. Centered on the theme Reservoir Characterization for Energy Security, the symposium highlighted not only technical innovation, but also the professional connections that define CEGA events. It remains a forum where the geoscience community comes together to learn, exchange ideas, and reconnect over a shared passion for rocks and energy. Over two days, 20 presenters from industry, government, and academia shared insights across four diverse technical themes. Day One focused on Digital
CEGA Membership Fee Update for 2025
Beginning December 1, 2025, CEGA will be updating its annual membership pricing. Full Membership: increasing from $135 → $150 Emeritus & Recent Graduate Membership: increasing from $70 → $75 This adjustment ensures CEGA can continue delivering the high-quality programs, networking opportunities, and technical resources that our members rely on. Over the last several years, costs for venues, technology, software, and program delivery have all increased. Our Board carefully reviewed this change as part of CEGA’s annual budgeting process and approved the updated rate to ensure we can sustain and grow the member value we provide. CEGA does not take
CEGA Geospiel Wrap-Up
The 2025 Inaugural CEGA Geospiel: A Sweeping Success The first-ever CEGA Geospiel, held at the North Hill Curling Club, was nothing short of a triumph. From enthusiastic curlers to dedicated organizers and generous sponsors, the inaugural event brought the geoscience community together in a fun, dynamic, and highly memorable way. Based on overwhelmingly positive feedback from participants, the Geospiel delivered on all fronts—as a social event, networking opportunity, and community celebration. Planning is already underway to bring it back next year, even bigger and better. Hosting a bonspiel for the first time posed some logistical challenges. With an uncertain
Core Conference 2025 Wrap-Up
Core Conference 2025 Wrap-Up The 2025 CEGA Core Conference featured outstanding presentations and core displays showcasing nearly 50 unique cores from across Canada. Presenters shared their expertise across a wide range of geoscience disciplines, sparking valuable collaboration and insightful debate among delegates. Our theme, “Establishing Connections: The Interplay of Rocks, Energy, and People,” reflected not only the technical discussions on the geological record and energy resources, but also the personal connections that make this conference so special. It is a place where we gather to learn, exchange ideas, and reconnect with friends and colleagues who share our passion for