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"We would be pleased to contribute to the proposed World Congress by assisting with a one-day tour to visit established agroforestry sites within the watershed."... Grand River Conservation Authority
"We are supportive of the CSSS’s bid to host the 24th WCSS in Toronto in 2030, and are excited to see the showcase of research, innovation, and effective soil management strategies that would comprise this world class event." ... Stantec
"We are excited about the possibility to bring the thousands of soil experts from around the world to Ontario in 2030 to discuss soil issues, exchange knowledge and find solutions for current problems."... Grain Farmers of Ontario
"The Institute if constantly looking for ways in which our professional members can expand their knowledge and experience concerning the soil resource. Your 2030 conference will be a forum that will bring research and professional practice knowledge to our members who might attend the conference."... Alberta Institute of Agrologists
"Following in a long tradition of hosting visitors on-farm to profile practical application of science, OSCIA welcomes the opportunity to support the bid by the Canadian Society of Soil Sciences to host the 2030 World Congress of Soil Science in Toronto."... Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association
"Their proposed theme of "Soils in a Warmer World" aligns perfectly with OIA's commitment to the environment and the sustainability of the agricultural industry"... Ontario Institute of Agrologists
"The Council of the Nova Scotia Institute of Agrologists believes that the CSSS will provide a robust agenda and opportunities for soil scientists from around the globe to discuss issues of importance for the management of this important resource."... Nova Scotia Institute of Agrologists
"The opportunity to send our members to the WCSS in 2030 would be an incredible one."... Manitoba Soil Science Society
"We think that Canada’s huge land mass and variety of regional climates (semi-arid to polar), soils, and ecosystems will provide a unique environment for exploring numerous aspects of “soils in a warmer world”." ...Canadian Society of Agricultural and Forest Meteorology
"It would be our privilege to support the international soil scientist community in their research pursuits by providing farmer education and engagement opportunities." ... Glacier Farm Media
"As the umbrella organisation to 14 Canadian Earth Science member organisations, of which some have overlap with soil science, we strongly support this application to showcase Canadian soil science. There is great potential for fringe activities from both our member organisations and the geoscience community at large in the form of field trips, seminars, workshops or interdisciplinary activities."...Canadian Federation of Earth Sciences
"Soil is a foundational building block of our profession -whether for traditional agricultural activities, or the ever increasing work in climate change adaptation/mitigation and the restoration, remediation and reclamation work of our Registrants." ... Agrologists Canada
"The theme being proposed, "Soils in a Warmer World", is very relevant to BCIA especially given the traumatic climate events our province suffered in 2021. Our Registrants are on the front lines of climate change adaptation and mitigation."... BC Institute of Agrologists
"WCSS would offer many learning and networking opportunities for companies in the environment and cleantech sector, as well as for academic, government and private professionals. As such, we are supportive of the CSSS’s bid to host the 24th WCSS in Toronto in 2030, and look forward to experiencing the showcase of research, innovation, and effective soil management strategies that would comprise this world class event."... Ontario Environment Industry Association
"The proposed theme, “Soils in a Warmer World” has been selected at a time when the Government of Canada has signaled that greenhouse gas emission reduction is a policy priority, beginning development of an emissions reduction strategy to 2030. A focus on soil health will be foundational to this strategy’s success and there has been an explosion of interest in soil carbon as a farming commodity."... Fertilizer Canada
"...ASSW’s unanimous support to the CSSS’s bid for organizing the 24th World Congress of Soil Science, 2030 in Toronto." ... Alberta Soil Science Workshop
"The congress theme of Soils in a Warmer World will bring a new lens to the topics we currently cover under our initiative. The museum has primarily focused on the role of soil health in food production and how healthy soil can help buffer the impacts of climate change on agriculture and in society."... Canadian Agriculture and Food Museum
"We consider the theme proposed for the 2024 WCSS, “Soils in a Warmer World”, to be very relevant to agriculture and the agri-food sector in Canada and globally. The challenges emerging with global warming, combined with growing populations, are real and substantial to the various facets of production agriculture and the environment, and understanding the implications on the soil is fundamental."... Deans Council AFVM
"TRCA would be proud to support this important event and look forward to participating in 2030."... Toronto and Region Conservation Authority
"IICA therefore welcomes and endorses the Canadian Society of Soil Science’s decision to submit a bid to host the 2030 World Congress of Soil Science (WCSS) in Toronto, under the theme “Soils in a Warmer World."... Inter-American Institute For Cooperation on Agriculture
"The proposed theme “Soils in a Warmer World” is a pertinent topic in our current political, economic and natural environment both at the provincial and national level."... Forests Ontario
"As you know, Canada, and Canadian soils, are on the front line of climatic change. As such, Canada would be ideal to host the congress and its theme of “soils in a warmer world." ... Wilfrid Laurier University
"The breadth of interest from conservation authorities in soil science is significant ranging from their role in flood and hazard mitigation and adaptation, work with the agricultural community to enhance soil health and conservation, land restoration projects and addressing excess soils to name a few."... Conservation Ontario
"As part of our past and current programming, we know that Soil Science research is key to sustainable agricultural development globally and is expected to be a key part of Canada’s climate finance focus on agricultural nature-based solutions in the coming decade." ... International Development and Research Centre
"Given the central importance of microbiology to soil science topics such as nitrogen transformation, carbon sequestration, soil phosphorous, and plant-microbe interactions, in agricultural and environmental contexts, the WCSS will be of interest to several of our members." ... Waterloo Centre for Microbial Research
"The theme of the event “Soils in a Warmer World” is of utmost importance. And ALUS has many project sites that would be of educational value to the attendees." ... Alternative Land Use Services
"Canada features a number of different biogeoclimatic zones from polar to temperate rainforests, many of which are especially vulnerable to the effects of climate change." ... Pacific Regional Society of Soil Science
"SaskSoil would be pleased to assist with a Canadian Prairies tour for participants who would like to venture outside of the Toronto area." ... SaskSoil
"We believe that hosting the 24th WCSS in Canada will provide benefits not only to Canadian practitioners of hydrology, water resources, soil science, and engineering, but to the global water community." ... Canadian Water Resources Association
"The issue of “soils in a warmer world,” proposed by the Canadian Society of Soil Science as the theme of the 24th World Congress, strikes us as a timely and vital concern for the future health of our planet, and humanity’s place in it." ... Canadian Association of Geographers
"If Canadian Society of Soil Science's bid for the events associated with the 24WCSS is successful, we are keen to support them in making any University of Guelph components of the Congress a success."... Conference Services at University of Guelph
"Ontario experiences and understands many of the challenges related to soil health in other areas of the world, as well as the contributions soil conservation and management initiatives can make to broader environmental health. For these reasons, I believe Ontario would make an excellent location for this prestigious event." ... Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
"Supporting Canadian farmers to improve soil health and enhance their resiliency in regards to climate change is critically important to the Canadian economy and to the welfare of future generations." ... Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
"Canadian soil scientists have been active members of CJSS and CSSS since their inceptions and will continue to take on leaderships roles as part of the CSSS bid for the 24th World Congress of Soil Science if held in Toronto in 2030."... Canadian Journal of Soil Science
"The CSSS has organized Bid Committee and proposed innovative theme for the 24th WCSS. I think they will hold a successful meeting."... World Association of Soil and Water Conservation
"Bringing a world class conference such as 24WCSS to Canada would provide a unique opportunity for Canadian scientists to participate in the leading international soils event."... Canadian Society of Agronomy
"Such an international conference would be a great feature in the scientific calendar and provide an excellent showcase for the work being done in Canada."... Geological Association of Canada
"It is the CGU’s hope that the CSSS bid will be successful in bringing an international contingent of leaders in the Soil Science field to Canada in 2030, for one of the premier meetings in this vital and vibrant research area."... Canadian Geophysical Union
"The Congress theme of Soils in a Warmer World speaks to topics that are important to the Ontario Science Centre and featured prominently on our exhibit floor: climate change; sustainability; the impact of food production; global ecosystems."... Ontario Science Centre
"The conference theme proposed by the Canadian Society of Soil Science, “Soils in a Warmer World”, highlights the impacts of a changing climate on managed and natural ecosystems – a major issue facing Canada and countries with similar climates."... Canadian Institute of Forestry
"By situating in Toronto, Canada in 2030 the "Soils in A Warmer World" conference attendees will be inspired by the diverse challenges and opportunities in one of the most geographically vast and industry diverse ecosystems in the world."... Agrologists Manitoba
"Indeed, long term trends now add up to seasonal characteristics in modifying the behavior of soils and this has great implications for their purposeful management."... International Society of Precision Agriculture
"We are enthusiastic at the prospect of the 24th WCSS being hosted in Toronto where the SHI could partner in leading sessions on soil health and soil resilience in a “Warmer World."... Soil Health Institute
"Thus, CSSS clearly has the capacity to coordinate the scientific program and to deliver a world class conference in terms of organization and management of facilities."... Soil Science Society of America
"Should CSSS be awarded the opportunity to host the 2030 WCSS, the AQSSS, its executive and/or individual members will be willing to help the organizing committee to make the event a very successful one. "...Association québécoise de spécialistes en sciences du sol
"The theme they have selected for the meeting ‘Soils in a Warmer World’ is one many from around the world can adhere to and is particularly relevant to Canada where soils are subject to a wide range of Geographical Zones. This mixture of local and global relevance offers a solid base for a successful world congress."... British Society of Soil Science
"Healthy soils are an important component of sustainable forest management to support environmental, social, and economic benefits, particularly in the areas of climate change and biodiversity."... Natural Resources Canada
"Hosting this event would allow Canadian agriculture and other industries to demonstrate our global leadership in regards to soil health, and also present an opportunity for Canadian stakeholders to learn about exciting new developments on soil health from across the globe and identify emerging best practices that may be applicable in the Canadian context."... Canadian Federation of Agriculture
"The opportunity to have the World Congress of Soil Science to Ontario will pose an opportunity for all attendees learn how our science is being conducted, solutions we have created and the challenges we have yet to solve and in turn, share their own strategies, solutions and challenges."... Innovative Farmers Association of Ontario
"The proposed theme 'Soils in a Warmer World' will allow soil scientists, soil managers and the general public explore how climate change is impacting soils, particularly in northern regions of the Globe where impacts are expected to be severe and widespread. Canada, with its great diversity of northern ecosystems, is an ideal location for such a meeting."... Soil Conservation Council of Canada
"Hosting this event in Toronto will allow our experts to interact and share their knowledge regarding environmental ranging from temperate to polar with world-renowned experts."... Ordre des Agronomes du Quebec
"The theme proposed by the CSSS, for the 24th WCSS, "Soils in a Warmer World", is both immensely timely and phenomenally topical considering the emerging challenges facing global food production systems and natural environments, and the dependence on soil." ...University of Guelph Office of Research
"The University of Toronto Scarborough recognizes the importance of this event and enthusiastically supports this initiative by the Canadian Society of Soil Science."... University of Toronto- Scarborough
"Having the 24WCSS in Canada would be a tremendous opportunity to expand and connect Soils At Guelph with a broader network of knowledge and actors."... Soils At Guelph