Hosted in collaboration with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), the Canadian Grapevine Certification Network (CGCN-RCCV), and the British Columbia Wine Grape Council (BCWGC), this national meeting will showcase the final results of AAFC's research conducted under the Canadian Agricultural Partnership (CAP) Grape and Wine Science Cluster (2018-2023).

Topics include Cold Hardiness & Climate Change, Quality Improvement, Management of Virus Diseases, and Crop Protection & Monitoring. Researchers will present key findings, impacts, and innovations shaping the future of viticulture and oenology. Each topic will also include a panel discussion of featured speakers, with opportunities for audience engaged Q&A.

Date: Thursday, April 17th, 2025
Time: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM PST / 11:30 AM - 7:30 PM EST / 12:30 PM - 8:30 PM AST

Cost: FREE BUT REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!!!
Location: In-person or online.

For In-Person Attendance REGISTER HERE (Maximum of 80 spots)

• Summerland Research & Development Centre (4200 Highway #97, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z0), registration is required.
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• Due to space limitations, spots will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Lunch and refreshments will be provided.
• • Non-Canadian citizens or permanent residents must register by April 4th (this is due to additional security protocols)
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  • Canadian citizens and permanent residents must register by April 14th
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Online Attendance REGISTER HERE

Registration is required for virtual access. A Microsoft Teams link will be sent to registered attendees 48-72 hours prior to the live event.

Source:  Canadian Grapevine Certification Network March 19, 2025 news release