Do you want to be the next Laurentian SETAC member in the spotlight? Fill out the form at the link below: lnkd.in/eC7yAa9M

Malika is bilingual in French and English, with hands-on field and laboratory experience in aquatic toxicology and federal risk assessment projects. Read more about Malika's research and experience here: lnkd.in/eXbqZa7D

We're putting a spotlight on Laurentian SETAC members! Malika Alexandrine Ouedraogo Msc completed her MSc in Biology, Chemical and Environmental Toxicology at the University of Ottawa, where her project focused on the chronic toxicity of lithium on Pisidium dubium and Daphnia in aquatic ecosystems.

When: Thursday, April 23rd, 2026, doors at 6:00pm, talks at 6:30pm

Where: Graffiti Market, 137 Glasgow St suite 385, Kitchener, ON N2G 4X8

Speakers: Undergraduate students studying ecotoxicology

Affiliation: Southern Ontario Universities

Join us to support student research and learning, and enjoy some snacks provided by our event sponsor, the Laurier Institute for Water Science!

Students from across southern Ontario are gathering to share their research projects from the past academic year. Each student will present a 5-minute lightning talk, and there will be a period for questions at the end of all presentations.

Join us for an exciting evening of student-led science at the Undergraduate Student Showcase Pub Night in Kitchener this Thursday!

Make sure to RSVP for the event: lnkd.in/eUgfrJQy
Make a donation here: lnkd.in/gpXUWSv3

Hope to see you there!

Title: Radical Self-Care: Rethinking Wellbeing in Demanding Systems
Speaker: Dr. Carol-Anne Hendry (Solasta Psychological Services)
When: Wed April 22nd, 2026 | 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Where: Zoom (RSVP for link: lnkd.in/eX2PVD8p)
Support AGM student travel awards by making a donation here: lnkd.in/gpXUWSv3

Join us in learning from clinical psychologist Dr. Carole-Anne Hendry about radical self-care, an approach that considers the broader relational, cultural, and systemic forces that shape burnout, exhaustion, and emotional labour.

The L-SETAC Diversity in Science Committee invites you to join a webinar on Radical Self-Care: Rethinking Wellbeing in Demanding Systems on Wednesday April 22nd from 7:00-9:00 PM.

If you wish to present at the AGM, please submit an abstract with your registration (abstract submission is open until end of day May 1st).

The AGM will be taking place in person at Ontario Tech University. Be sure to register early! Fees go up after April 24th and again after May 22nd! Remember to register for L-SETAC membership to take advantage of member pricing! Late registration closes on May 31st.

We will kick off the meeting on Monday, June 8th with two exciting short course offerings, followed by a pub night. On Tuesday, June 9th, get ready for an action-packed day filled with platform and poster presentations from L-SETAC students and members, along with a student networking event.

Registration is now open for Laurentian SETAC's 2026 Annual General Meeting!

This year's AGM will be centred around the theme Empowered Environments: Integrating Toxicology, Energy, and Policy.

Conference and registration portal: lnkd.in/ggHqJiCn

Date and Time: February 27th, doors at 6pm, talk at 6:30
Speaker: Dr. Pria Mahabir, Syngenta
Make a donation here: lnkd.in/gpXUWSv3
RSVP here: lnkd.in/ecufRy_C

Title: Exploring amphibian ecotoxicology across industry, government, and academia
Location: The Lookout: Rooftop Patio and Grad Lounge on the 5th floor of the University Centre, Reynolds Walk, Guelph, ON N1G 4Y2

Join L-SETAC for a Pub Night in Guelph!
Our next pub night will take place on Friday February 27 at The Lookout at the University of Guelph. Join us for a talk by Pria Mahabir on the intersection of amphibian ecotoxicology in industry, government, and academia.

Ottawa Pub Night - January 28, 2026 | Laurentian SETAC Our next pub night will take place on Wednesday January 28 at Mike's Place (Carleton University) in Ottawa! Join us for a talk by Faith Izevbizua on integrating risk assessments and the One-Health con...

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Cost: Pay what you can - help support our AGM student awards! Make a donation here: www.laurentiansetac.ca/support-pubn...

Title: Incorporating the One Health Approach into Human Health and Ecological Risk Assessment
Speaker: Faith Izevbizua, University of Ottawa
When: Wednesday January 28th | 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Where: Mike's Place, 209 Nideyinàn at Carleton University – 1125 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa

Our next pub night will take place on Wednesday January 28 at Mike's Place (Carleton University) in Ottawa! Join us for a talk by Faith Izevbizua on integrating risk assessments and the One-Health concept, followed by Q&A. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.

The Laurentian SETAC AGM is a great opportunity to present new research, and network with colleagues working in Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry fields throughout Canada.
More details to come in the New Year!

🗓️ Save the date for our joint Annual General Meeting and Short Course!

Mark your calendars for the Laurentian SETAC Annual General Meeting, Conference, and Short Course on June 8-9th, 2026. The events will be held in person at Ontario Tech University.

Join us on Zoom: lnkd.in/gvXm7tui
This event is FREE and all are welcome to attend! We hope you'll join us for a fun and engaging evening!

🎬 Join the L-SETAC Diversity in Science Committee (DISC) for Movie Night - Moved to Online!
This event is now completely virtual. Join us on Thurs Dec 4th from 5:30-8:30PM for a screening of Hidden Figures, followed by discussion. The film screening will start at 6 PM.

L-SETAC DISC Movie Night is happening next week! Be sure to RSVP to save your spot! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Movie Night RSVP Date and Time: Thursday December 4. Movie begins at 6:00 PM. Address: Davenport Seminar Room, DB East/West, 3rd Floor, 80 St. George Street, University of Toronto. Meeting link for virtual attendees: ...

RSVP here to save your spot and inform us of any dietary restrictions, or to access the virtual meeting information: forms.gle/m1LFgHSyt4ZB...

Please pay what you can to support L-SETAC events and student awards! Make a donation here: lnkd.in/gpXUWSv3

The event will be held in the Department of Chemistry building on St. George campus. Additional event information is included in the graphic below. We hope you'll join us for a fun and engaging evening!

Join the L-SETAC DISC for Movie Night! 🎬
Our Diversity in Science Committee (DISC) is excited to invite you to our upcoming movie night! Join us on Thursday, December 4th from 5:30 - 8:30 PM at the University of Toronto (or online) for a screening of “Hidden Figures”.

L-SETAC members are invited to present in a session chaired by @drtblew.bsky.social (tamzin@ualberta.ca) and Ivan Cadonic (cadonic@ualberta.ca) titled “Investigating the interrelated responses of climate change, contaminants, and biodiversity loss in fishes”.

The 16th International Congress on the Biology of Fish (ICBF)
Where: University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
When: July 12-16th 2026
Website: icbf2026.com