15th BC Paleontological Symposium 2025 —Keynote Speaker: Kirk Johnson

Calling all paleontologists, fossil enthusiasts & citizen scientists for a conference you won't want to miss!

By British Columbia Paleontological Alliance

Location

Florence Filberg Centre

411 Anderton Avenue Courtenay, BC V9N 6C6 Canada

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 1 day before event

About this event

Welcome to the 15th BC Paleontological Symposium organized by the British Columbia Paleontology Alliance, happening Friday, August 22nd to Monday, August 25, 2025. Full schedule here: 15th BC Paleontological Symposium 2025 – Vancouver Island Paleontological Society

The Vancouver Island Paleonlogical Society, a charter member of The British Columbia Paleontological Alliance, is pleased to host the Fifteenth British Columbia Paleonlogical Symposium, Courtenay, British Columbia.

Four days of insightful presentations, engaging discussions, workshops, field trips and networking opportunities. Whether a seasoned professional or an avid citizen scientist, Symposium 2025 offers something for everyone. Don't miss this chance to connect with like-minded individuals and expand your knowledge of all things paleontology in and related to BC. Mark your calendars and secure your spot today!

We are hosting fossil field trips for Symposium attendees and BCPA members only.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the Keynote Speaker?

We have the honour of having Kirk Johnson, SANT director of the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History, where he oversees the world's largest natural history collection as our Keynote Speaker.

Who is the Dinner Speaker?

Ray Troll is an American artist based in Ketchikan, Alaska. Troll, draws inspiration from the fossil record and pays homage to the familiar and bizarre in stunning portrayals of lost worlds. He is best known for his scientifically accurate and often humorous artwork.

Organized by

British Columbia Paleontological Alliance

The BCPA also sponsors a Paleontological Symposium, held every two years. The symposium brings together amateur and professional paleontologists from across Canada, North America, and internationally, to exchange the latest ideas on British Columbia paleontology.