Join the College of Agriculture and Bioresources for an inspiring evening to kick-off the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists (IYRP) 2026.

This gathering will bring together a diverse audience of environmental NGOs, livestock producers, academics, university students, Indigenous land managers, rangeland professionals, artists and the public.

The evening will feature:

 - A light reception and networking opportunity
 - Opening remarks highlighting the global significance of rangelands
 - A keynote plenary address by Dr. Andrea Olive (PhD), a leading Canadian voice in environmental policy and conservation
 - A moderated panel discussion exploring governance, management and stewardship in working rangeland landscapes from multiple perspectives

Location: Convocation Hall, University of Saskatchewan, 107 Administration Place, Saskatoon, SK S7N 5A2

Public paid parking available in Lots 3 and 11.

For more information about this event and other IYRP events at USask, visit usask.ca/community-outreach