We begin by acknowledging the City of Vancouver is situated on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, which is where the North American Conference will be held. The Society for Ecological Restoration (SER) pays respect to elders past, present, and emerging and recognizes the importance of Indigenous Peoples as the traditional custodians of the land here and across North America.
About Vancouver
Vancouver, BC is a coastal city on the southwest corner of Canada. At the end of October, we will be Fall weather with daytime temperatures averaging at a high of 14 degrees Celsius or 57 degrees Fahrenheit.
With its scenic views, mild climate, and friendly people, Vancouver is known around the world as both a popular tourist attraction and one of the best places to live. Vancouver is also one of the most ethnically and linguistically diverse cities in Canada with 52 percent of the population speaking a first language other than English. Vancouver has hosted many international conferences and events, including the 2010 Winter Olympics and 2010 Winter Paralympics.
