Past Conference Programs
The Natural Channels Systems (NCS) Conference has a rich history of advancing science, practice, and collaboration in river restoration and watershed management across Canada and beyond. Each conference program showcases a diverse range of presentations, case studies, panel discussions, and workshops led by leading professionals, researchers, and community partners.
Explore the evolution of ideas, innovations, and key themes in natural channel design by browsing our past conference programs.
7th Conference on Natural Channel Systems
June 25th – 28th, 2023
University of Guelph
Guelph, Ontario
6th Conference on Natural Channel Systems
May 23rd – 25th, 2018
University of Guelph
Guelph, Ontario
5th Conference on Natural Channel Systems
September 26th & 27th, 2016
Marriott Gateway on the Falls
Niagara Falls, Ontario
4th Conference on Natural Channel Systems
September 27th & 28th, 2010
Delta Meadowvale Conference Centre & Resort
Mississauga, Ontario
Natural Channels Initiative: Award of Recognition
The Natural Channels Initiative recognizes outstanding individuals who have made significant contributions to natural channel systems. Through their efforts, they have demonstrated a commitment to advancing the field of natural channel systems through research, knowledge transfer, collaboration, implementation and/or innovation. Recipients have shown exemplary leadership, dedication, personal commitment, and have made a significant contribution to the field of natural channel systems.
- 2018: Craig MacRae
- 2018: John Parish
- 2023: Hazel Breton
- 2023: Fred Dobbs
- 2023: Jack Imhof
- 2023: Bill Snodgrass