Program

The conference program will cover a wide range of geotechnical and permafrost topics, including specialty sessions that are of local and national relevance. In addition to the technical program and plenary sessions, the conference will include a complement of distinguished keynote speakers, high caliber short courses, social events, and technical tours.

Program Overview & Schedule

View Full Technical Schedule Here

Key Dates

Abstract Submission Deadline	Jan 15, 2025
Abstract Acceptance Notification	Feb 19, 2025
Delegate Registration Opens	March 2025
Paper Submission Deadline	May 14, 2025
Paper Acceptance Notification	June 25, 2025
Final Paper Submission Deadline	July 9, 2025
Early Delegate Pricing Ends	July 26, 2025
Technical Program Published	Aug 13, 2025
Hotel Room Block Booking Deadline	August 19, 2025
Mobile Application Available	Sept 17, 2025
Conference Opens	September 21, 2025

Social Events

Attendees of GeoManitoba 2025 will be treated to exciting social events where they can meet, mingle, and get to know their professional colleagues in a relaxed setting, outside of the technical and business streams.

Numerous social events are planned and will be included in the conference registration packages; these events can also be purchased separately for guests.

See below for the tentative program of Social Events.

Young Professionals Event

Sunday, September 21, 2025
4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Kick off GeoManitoba 2025 with the Young Professionals Icebreaker, a fun and informal evening open to all attendees. Sponsored by WSP and the Canadian Geotechnical Journal, this low-key social will feature a friendly photo-trivia game and plenty of opportunities to mingle and make connections before the conference officially begins. Whether you're early in your career or a seasoned professional, come join us for a lively start to the week!

Icebreaker and Exhibitor Reception

Sunday, September 21, 2025
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Come and meet up with old acquaintances or introduce yourself to new colleagues from across the country and internationally, as we join together for a "drinks and nibbles" reception in the Trade Show Hall.

CGS Awards Banquet

Monday, September 22, 2025
7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

This is our time to celebrate the meritorious and professional service achievements of our CGS colleagues. In keeping with tradition, the GeoManitoba 2025 LOC and CGS are planning an up-scale evening with fine dining and entertainment!

Geopardy! Student Competition

Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Afternoon Coffee Break

GEOpardy!, the friendly student competition will be back this year at GeoManitoba 2025 for another great edition. Based on the popular quiz show, questions will challenge your geotechnical engineering skills. Students registered for the conference, don’t miss your chance to participate. Registrations will open later this year – watch for the announcement!

Local Colour Night

Tuesday, September 23, 2025
7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

The GeoManitoba 2025 LOC looks forward to hosting conference attendees at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights – the first museum solely dedicated to the evolution, celebration, and future of human rights – for an evening of casual socializing, dinner, and drinks.