The Alberta Palaeontological Society (APS) is a non-profit organization founded in 1986. Our main goal is to promote the science of palaeontology through study and education. The APS makes important contributions to the field by discovering new findings and responsibly collecting, curating, and displaying significant fossil specimens. We are passionate about educating the general public, sharing knowledge about palaeontological discoveries, and fostering an appreciation for the ancient past.
Moreover, the society is committed to preserving palaeontological materials for the benefit of future generations. To achieve our mission, the APS actively collaborates with professional and academic communities, working together to safeguard and enhance the understanding of Alberta's rich cultural heritage.
The Alberta Palaeontological Society is dedicated to spreading the wonders of palaeontology, ensuring that people of all ages can explore and appreciate the fascinating world of prehistoric life.
Announcements
Search for Microfossils this Autumn, 2024
by Mona Trick
Aid the research of Dr. Jessica Theodor and Dr. Alex Dutchak of the University of Calgary by searching the matrix (soil) from the Cypress Hills Formation (Middle Eocene) of Saskatchewan to find tiny fossils. We will be using microscopes in room B140 at Mount Royal University because construction has closed the room we used previously. Join us from 1:00 until 3:30 pm. on the following Sundays:
- November 17, 2024
- December 1, 2024
We are very grateful to Mount Royal University for allowing us to use their microscopes and lab.
Registration is not required, but if you let Mona Trick (cell: (587) 578-4579 or giftshop@albertapaleo.org) know that you are planning to attend, then she can inform you if we need to cancel this session. No experience is required. Due to the delicate nature of this work, only those 12 years and older are allowed to search for the microfossils. Bring tweezers or a small paint brush to pick the tiny fossils from the soil and a pen to label your finds. All of the fossils found will be used to aid their research.
Stay tuned to the December Bulletin for the dates of the microfossil sorting sessions in January and February, 2025, when we will be once again searching using microscopes for tiny fossils.
For more information, see the events page.
Paleo 2025 Symposium Dates and Speakers!
We have some exciting news! The dates and speakers for the 2025 Alberta Paleo Symposium have been set. It will be held on the following dates:
- Symposium: March 15, 2025
- Workshop: March 16, 2025
On Saturday, we’ll have an exciting range of speakers from around Canada. There will also be a selection of booths, poster presesentations, and other events for palaeontological enthusiasts of all ages. Best of all, it is completely free to attend!
Our Sunday workshop is especially exciting! Dr. Bamforth and Jackson Sweder of the Philip J. Currie Dinosaur Museum along with Atharva Roy (APS) will be discussing the role of 3D scanning & printing in palaeontology. They will also be demonstrating how to use a 3D printer to create a replica of a fossil. This is a hands-on workshop, so be prepared to get your hands dirty!
For additional details and up-to-date information, please visit our symposium page. We look forward to seeing you there!
Next Event
Monthly Meeting
Monthly Meeting: November 2024
Friday, November 15, 2024 7:30 PM - 9 PM
Main Speaker: Sally Hurst of Macquarie University, Australia, will be speaking on “Human-Fossil Interactions in Ancient and Modern Contexts”. This talk will be online. Abstract
Short Talk: Tako Koning, P. Geol., Senior Geologist and Dr. Dale Leckie, author and adjunct professor in the Faculty of Earth, Energy and Environment, University of Calgary will be speaking on “The Great Sands Hills, Southwest Saskatchewan: Among the Largest Active Sand Dunes in Canada”. This talk will be in person. Abstract
For more information, see our events page.
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