Home Registration Program Submissions Training Promotion More Info IAIA.org IAIA22 4-7 MAY 2022 VANCOUVER, CANADA CONFERENCE THEME Confidence in Impact Assessment: Policies, partnerships and public involvement 4-7 May 2022 Vancouver Convention Center East Vancouver, Canada How can impact assessment create confidence for all participants? Clear and transparent policies, strong partnerships, and effective participation and consultation ensure credibility and predictability. When all parties have confidence in the process, impact assessment can support collaboration, improve outcomes and support sustainable economic development. When process confidence is low, it can create conflict and an overall erosion of trust, leading to uncertain outcomes. IAIA22 in Vancouver aims to examine the area of confidence in impact assessment through three lenses: Policies: Strong, consistent and clear legislation, policies, and Indigenous governance provide certainty and support sustainable development. At its best, impact assessment creates a robust standard that can be supported by all parties, but, without transparent processes, uncertainty and conflict can impede sustainable development. For example, impact assessment, when combined with other initiatives such as the United Nations Declaration of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, can provide a strong basis for Indigenous Consultation, decreasing these issues. Partnerships: Impact assessment is most successful when all parties work together. Meaningful collaboration between government agencies, Indigenous peoples, proponents, practitioners, and communities supports an equitable, engaged and comprehensive process. Such a process can create relationships and build trust, even when interests are not aligned; this supports identifying solutions to complex issues. Participation: Accessible impact assessment ensures Indigenous governments and communities, stakeholders, and the public are able to meaningfully participate. This provides a robust understanding of values, interests, issues and solutions. Without these collaborative opportunities, participation and consultation processes can experience delays, mistrust, and a misunderstanding of potential impacts. CONFERENCE STREAMS - POLICY The role of legislation and policy in building confidence in impact assessment Regional and strategic impact assessments: moving from theory to practice, and filling the data gap - PARTNERSHIPS Partnerships in unlikely places: how new relationships are transforming projects Indigenous knowledge, local knowledge and Western science/emerging technologies: incorporating all ways of knowing - PARTICIPATION Meaningful Consultation: Advancing Indigenous governance and participation Supporting human and community well-being through effective participation: assessing and managing cultural, health, and social impacts, including current stressors such as climate change GENERAL DISCUSSIONS There will be opportunities for wide-ranging discussions covering general IA topics and the work of IAIA's special-interest Sections, including: Agriculture, forestry and fisheries Earth resources extraction and processing Biodiversity and ecology Arctic and Antarctic Regions Climate change Cultural heritage Natural disasters and conflict Corporate stewardship and risk management Regulation and governance Community engagement Indigenous peoples Public participation Strategic impact assessment Social impact assessment Health impact assessment Cumulative affects assessment Impact assessment, 'big' data, and synthesis Emerging technologies Capacity building in impact assessment HEALTH AND SAFETY Because IAIA considers health and safety issues for IAIA22 a top priority, we continue to monitor COVID-19 developments as well as the health policies and recommendations in Vancouver and British Columbia. Read about IAIA’s current position here. IMPORTANT DATES 26 July 2021 Deadline for training course proposals 29 July 2021 Deadline for session proposals 19 August 2021 Deadline for special meeting forms 30 August 2021 Session chairs notified of acceptance status 6 September 2021 Paper and poster abstract submission opens 8 November 2021 Deadline for submission of paper or poster abstracts 6 December 2021 Authors notified of paper or poster acceptance status 2 February 2022 Early Bird registration deadline Registration and payment deadline for presenters and all individuals to be listed in the final program and proceedings. No exceptions. 13 April 2022 Registration closes 4 May 2022 Deadline for draft papers 30 June 2022 Deadline for final papers ABOUT VANCOUVER Vancouver is located on the unceded territory of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh, boasting mountains, ocean and an urban city all in one location: hike/bike with views of the Salish Sea; visit culturally diverse communities, truly local-global restaurants, or local shops; experience Coast Salish culture via galleries, museums, and tours. TRAINING COURSES For 40 years IAIA has been holding annual conference events and training courses all over the world to promote best practices in impact assessment. IAIA pre-conference training courses are presented primarily by IAIA members and are open to all participants. - TECHNICAL VISITS In addition to conference sessions, training courses, and special meetings, we have a range of technical visits available that will involve learning, networking, and laughter as you are introduced to this beautiful part of Canada. ABOUT THE HOST The Environmental Assessment Office is a neutral regulatory agency of the Government of British Columbia, Canada, responsible for assessing the effects of major projects, which includes sustainability and Indigenous reconciliation (www.eao.gov.bc.ca). Xʷməθkʷəy̓ əm (Musqueam), Skwxú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) are collaborative partners and the three host nations for this event. COLLABORATIVE PARTNERS Xʷməθkʷəy̓ əm (Musqueam), Skwxú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) are collaborative partners, supporting the 41st Annual Conference of the International Association for Impact Assessment (2022) in Vancouver, BC; this conference will be located on the unceded traditional territory of these host nations. FOLLOW US PLEASE USE #IAIA22 ON ANY OF YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS ABOUT IAIA. IAIA © 2021 | THE LEADING GLOBAL NETWORK ON IMPACT ASSESSMENT Web Design by: MediaOnQ.com