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PLANT CANADA 2019
To promote communication among plant pathologists, CPS members have the opportunity to
meet nationally once a year. In addition, there are eight regional societies that also meet
annually. Furthermore, the CPS collaborates with the American Phytopathological Society
(APS) and the British Society of Plant Pathology (BSPP) primarily by amalgamation of annual
meetings and funding of invited speakers. This year, the CPS will celebrate its 90 Anniversary
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during the Plant Canada meeting.
The following highlights CPS’ participation during Plant Canada
Sunday July 7
CPS Field Tour #4 Horticultural and Agricultural plant pathology on farms from University of
Guelph to Niagara, from 8 AM to 5 PM organized by Dr. Albert Tenuta, OMAFRA.
Monday July 8
CPS concurrent sessions.
CPS President’s Reception by Invitation, 7:30-9:30 PM at Delta Hotels, Guelph Conference
Centre.
Tuesday July 9
CPS concurrent sessions.
CPS Annual General Meeting 11:15 AM – 1:00 PM. Please pick up a provided bagged lunch
and bring it to the meeting.
CPS 90 Anniversary and Awards Banquet at Delta Hotels, Guelph Conference Centre.
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Wednesday July 10
CPS/CSHS Plenary Session with three invited speakers Dr. Mary Ruth McDonald, University of
Guelph, Dr. Richard Bélanger, Université Laval and Dr. Diane G.O. Saunders, John Innes
Centre, UK.
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