Past Annual Conferences

The CAZA 2024 Annual Conference was held from October 15-18, 2024, at the Delta Bessborough Hotel in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Nestled in the heart of the vibrant city of Saskatoon, the Delta Bessborough Hotel provided the perfect setting for the gathering.

The inspiring theme was "Together, for a Sustainable Future". We explored the vital intersections of science, education, and conservation, focusing on innovative strategies to ensure a thriving future for our planet.

Hosted by the esteemed Saskatoon Forestry Farm and Zoo, the conference was a remarkable convergence of minds and hearts dedicated to the preservation and enhancement of our natural world. Attendees had the unique opportunity to delve into cutting-edge research, participate in thought-provoking discussions, and forge lasting connections with fellow professionals committed to sustainability.

We united in our shared purpose to educate, conserve, and make a significant impact for generations to come. Together, we can build a brighter, more sustainable future.

See our schedule at a glance here Agenda at a Glance CAZA 2024 Annual Conference

The 2023 CAZA Annual Conference, themed “Coming Together,” was held from November 3–8 at the Fairmont Château Montebello in Quebec, proudly hosted by Little Ray’s Nature Centre and Parc Omega.

CAZA extends sincere thanks to these outstanding institutions for not only hosting the event, but also for sponsoring the November 5th BBQ dinner and the November 7th VIP shuttle zoo visit.

We are equally grateful to our attendees, exhibitors, sponsors, and dedicated staff, whose support and participation helped make the 2023 conference a true success.

Together, we continue to educate, protect, and preserve wildlife—creating lasting impact through collaboration.

• 2022: BC Wildlife Park and Reserve (Kamloops) – Leading the Way / Ouvrir la voie

• 2021: Biodôme de Montréal (Montreal) – Cancelled due to COVID-19

• 2020: Biodôme de Montréal (Montreal) – Cancelled due to COVID-19

• 2019: Calgary Zoo (Calgary) – Leading the Way in Conservation / Montrer le chemin en matière de conservation

• 2018: African Lion Safari (Cambridge, Ontario) – Enhancing Credibility Through Transparency / Renforcer la crédibilité grâce à la transparence

• 2017: Ottawa, Ontario – Celebrating Our Past, Imagining Our Future / Célébrer nos réalisations et imaginer notre avenir

• 2016: Yukon Wildlife Park (Yukon) – Connecting for Conservation / Se mobiliser pour la conservation

• 2015: Assiniboine Park Zoo (Winnipeg, Manitoba) – Sustainability – Defining a Progressive Future / La durabilité – Définir un avenir progressif

• 2014: Magnetic Hill Zoo (Moncton, New Brunswick) – Building Bridges

• 2013: Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo (Saskatoon, Saskatchewan) – We Care

• 2012: Toronto Zoo (Toronto) – Engaging Our Community / Soutenir l'engagement communautaire

• 2011: Kicking Horse Mountain Resort (Golden, British Columbia)

• 2010: Montreal, Quebec

• 2009: Edmonton, Alberta

• 2008: Granby Zoo (Granby, Quebec)