PSG 2027 — Vancouver, BC
The 54th Annual Meeting of the Pacific Seabird Group
It’s official — the 54th Annual PSG Meeting is heading to Vancouver, British Columbia.
From February 15–19, 2027, seabird researchers, students, managers, and conservation practitioners will gather at the Marriott Vancouver Pinnacle Downtown, steps from the harbour on Coal Harbour’s waterfront. Registration, abstracts, field trips, and the full scientific program will open in the coming months.
Registration Opens September 2026
The Pacific Seabird Group is a society of scientists, managers, and students dedicated to the study and conservation of seabirds and their environments. Founded in 1972 to strengthen communication among researchers across academia and government, PSG has grown into a community spanning the Pacific and beyond — meeting annually, publishing research, and advocating for the birds and habitats we study. Learn more »
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