We’re delighted to offer a number of special events at the Congress—some scientific, some social, and some a blend of both! So come for the science but stay for the fun, and join us as we reconnect in St. John’s.
Be sure to check this page often as we’ll be adding more details and more events in the weeks to come. Some special events will require registration (free). Registration link will be sent to CMOS registered delegates.
Beach Clean-up
Monday, May 29 | 08:30 – 11:30
Help us leave The Rock cleaner than we found it by participating in this fun (and informative!) beach clean-up, supported by marine plastics expert Dr. Max Liboiron and their lab, CLEAR.
You will be bussed to Topsail Beach, approximately 30 minutes from downtown, near Conception Bay. We will be tracking what we collect using the Marine Debris Tracker app, which be incorpoated into larger marine plastics study with CLEAR.
Ice Breaker Event: Trivia Night
Sunday, May 28 | 19:00 – 22:00
Local hosts Russel Cochrane and Nick Green will put your knowledge to the test during our ice breaker trivia night at the Sheraton Hotel. Cash bar, but the laughs are free.
Hike to the Village of Quidi Vidi
Sunday, May 28 | 15:30 – 18:00
Choose one of two self-guided walking/hiking trails to the Quidi Vidi Brewery in the picturesque coastal village of Quidi Vidi. Go for an easy walk from the hotel past Quidi Vidi Lake to the Brewery (about 30-45 minutes), or go for a more moderate hike that also takes you around Signal Hill (about 1.5 hours). Either way, you’ll end up at the Quidi Vidi Brewery where you can enjoy a seaside beer and will have the option to hop the CMOS bus back to the hotel at 18:00. The Brewery is providing a $1 discount on beer to delegates who show their badge on Sunday afternoon.
Pub Night
Tuesday, May 30 | 19:00
Join us for a night out on George Street! Enjoy the fish’n’chips special at Kelly’s, get screeched-in at Christian’s or Trapper John’s, and take in some local live entertainment at a variety of venues. Click on the poster for more details and a map of these key destinations.
Celebration of the scientific presentation in French
PICO - F : Présentation Intensive et Courte pour Orateur Francophone
Monday, May 29 | 17:30 – 19:00
Calling all speakers of the "Molière" language or aspiring to speak it - Participate in this friendly activity where you can present your scientific work in French. Presentations will last only three minutes and will be judged for a chance to win a prize. The cash bar ensures a welcoming and inviting space. A link to register for this event is provided to all registered delegates. Click on the poster for more details.
Awards Reception & Banquet
Wednesday, May 31 | 19:00 – 22:30
The main social event of the Congress is our annual Awards Banquet. There will be no shortage of food and drink (cash bar) as we celebrate the highlights of the Congress, and recognize the winners of a variety of CMOS awards.
Tours
Monday, May 29
Tour of Marine Institute Simulator | 09:00 – 11:00
Experience world-class simulation technology, right here in St. John’s. In operation since 1994, the Centre for Marine Simulation (CMS) is an industrial arm of the Fisheries and Marine Institute of Memorial University (MI). Operating under MI’s School of Maritime Studies, CMS combines its unique North Atlantic location, world-class simulation technology, and industry-driven expertise to solve the toughest simulation problems for its clients.
Tour of Institute of Marine Dynamics | 08:30 – 11:00
The St John’s (NL) National Research Council (NRC) facility houses the Ocean, Coastal and River Engineering (OCRE) Research Centre. They operate a 7 m deep x 200 m tow tank with wave generators, a 90 m ice tank, a 75 m offshore engineering basin with multi-directional wave makers, a refrigerated material test laboratory, a Human Thermal Lab, and all the related infrastructure to build and test models vessels and infrastructure and undertake physical testing. They specialize in identifying, adapting, and integrating advanced solutions to improve the performance and safety of marine operations, meet the challenges of climate change, and protect infrastructure, property and people from severe weather events and other environmental risks.
Student / Early Career Professionals Events
Please visit the Student / Early Career Professionals Events page for more information.
