FARMING OUR OCEANS: PROUD. INNOVATIVE. RESPONSIBLE
Newfoundland and Labrador Aquaculture Industry Association’s 29th Annual Cold Harvest Conference and Trade Show
On behalf of the Newfoundland and Labrador aquaculture industry, we invite you to join us for our 29th Annual Cold Harvest Conference and Trade Show. Cold Harvest is a premier Canadian aquaculture conference, focused on promoting and developing the business of aquaculture for the prosperity of our sector and our communities. It brings farm management and service sector professionals together to build their knowledge and foster new business connections.
The conference offers exciting and informative discussions related to aquaculture and its potential in our province. With world class keynote speakers and guests, and themed sessions related to aquaculture innovation, technology, science and service sector advancements, this event should not be missed.
Cold Harvest 2024 is the place to learn about the latest in aquaculture, see the newest technology in the trade show, and have a great time in the many fantastic restaurants and entertainment sites that St. John’s and Newfoundland and Labrador have to offer.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT
Dr. George Chamberlain is President of The Center for Responsible Seafood.
He started his career as a researcher, instructor, and Extension Aquaculture Specialist at Texas A&M University.
He went on to direct aquaculture programs at Ralston Purina International and Monsanto. He founded and managed several shrimp breeding, nutrition, and farming companies operating in Malaysia, Brunei, and Hawaii.
Dr. Chamberlain served as a Board member and President of the World Aquaculture Society and later helped found both the Global Aquaculture Alliance (now Global Seafood Alliance (GSA)) and The Center for Responsible Seafood (TCRS). He served for 25 years as President of GSA and now leads TCRS.
EVENT SCHEDULE: (See program link above for more information)
NAIA REGISTRATION DESK HOURS
Tuesday, Oct 8 from 8 am – 8 pm
Wednesday, Oct 9 from 8 am – 5 pm
Thursday, Oct 10 from 8 am – 5 pm
TRADE SHOW EXHIBITS
Trade show set up is at the Sheraton Hotel in Salon BCD and Garrison & Signal from noon – 5 pm on Tuesday, October 8th.
All nutrition breaks will take place in the Trade Show and foyer area. Please show your support by visiting these areas. Exhibit spaces must be completely cleared by 5:00 pm on Thursday, October 10th.
OPENING RECEPTION AT THE SHERATON HOTEL – Tuesday, October 8th, from 7 – 9 p.m.
Visit the exhibitors and enjoy delicious Newfoundland farmed seafood and appetizers prepared by the Sheraton Hotel Chef
and staff.
NEWFOUNDLAND FARMED SEAFOOD SOIRÉE – 26 Torbay Road, St. John’s NL, Wednesday, October 9th, from 7 – 11 p.m.
THE BELLA VISTA FEATURING MASTERLESS MEN & BREWMASTERS!
Join us for delicious Newfoundland farmed seafood and entertainment by Masterless Men and special guests Brewmasters.
Complimentary transportation/buses will be available for pick up starting at 6:15 p.m. in the lobby of the Sheraton and return
at 10:30 – 11:00 p.m. (on a first come first serve basis) (Event tickets must be purchased in advance – available at registration)
CLOSING RECEPTION – NL KITCHEN PARTY AT O’REILLY’S – 13 George Street, St. John’s, NL
Thursday, October 10, from 7 – 10 p.m.
Join us on Thursday evening at the famous O’Reilly’s Newfoundland Irish Pub for a Newfoundland Kitchen Party. Tickets include one beverage, appetizers, and live entertainment. (Tickets must be purchased in advance – available at registration)
NAIA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
The NAIA AGM for NAIA members will be held on Wednesday, October 9th at 12:30 p.m. at the Sheraton Hotel. Lunch will be provided for NAIA Members in attendance – Please RSVP at registration.
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR COLD HARVEST PROGRAM & PLANNING COMMITTEES
Chris Hendry – Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Stephanie Synard McInnis – NL Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture, Laura Halfyard – Connaigre Fish Farms, Sheldon George – Ocean Trout Canada, Melissa Burke – Ocean Trout Canada, Jonathan Gagne – Enterprises Shippagan Ltd., Candice Way – LGL Ltd., Aaron Bennett – Mowi, Amy Negrijn – Mowi, Jonathan Kawaja – Mowi, Marilyn Butland – Butland Communications, Stephen Backman – Skretting, David Seeley – Skretting, Jamie Baker, Darrell Green, Roberta Collier, and Jackie Richards, NAIA.
ACCOMMODATIONS:
A block of rooms has been reserved at special NAIA CH2024 conference rates.
Sheraton Hotel
115 Cavendish Square
St. John’s, Newfoundland
1-709-726-4980
RESERVE ACCOMODATIONS HERE: – Be sure to request the NAIA Cold Harvest rate.
Jag Hotel
115 George St. W.
St. John’s, Newfoundland
1-844-564-1524