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Georgian Bay Geopark to present at upcoming Sources of Knowledge Forum May 3-5, 2024

GBG to present at upcoming Sources of Knowledge Forum: A Sustainable Tourism Future for the Saugeen Peninsula

We are pleased to invite you to the 2024 Forum organized by the Sources of Knowledge Forum on “A Sustainable Tourism Future for the Saugeen Peninsula.” Hosted from May 3rd to May 5th, 2024, in the picturesque town of Tobermory. 

Geopark Director Tony Pigott will be presenting Saturday Evening on our efforts to establish the Georgian Bay region as a UNESCO Global Geopark, contributing to the sustainable development of the area.

As a participant, you’ll have the chance to engage with experts and stakeholders in the field of sustainable tourism, including the Georgian Bay Geopark. 

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of the conversation shaping the future of tourism in the Saugeen Peninsula and beyond. Register now through the Sources of Knowledge website to secure your spot!

We look forward to welcoming you to this enriching event.

Find out more about the Georgian Bay Aspiring GeoPark

ASPIRING GEORGIAN BAY GEOPARK

A grass roots initiative to establish Georgian Bay
 as one of the world’s greatest UNESCO Global Geoparks

Aspiring Georgian Bay Geopark

A Georgian Bay Geopark will showcase the Bay’s extraordinary Geo-heritage to Canada and the world
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UNESCO GEOPARKS

There are 177 UNESCO GeoParks in 46 countries around the world, 5 in Canada

UNESCO Geoparks

"Single, unified geographical areas of international geological significance managed with a holistic concept"
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WHY GEORGIAN BAY?

Georgian Bay’s geology, long history and culture position the Bay to be one of the World’s great Geoparks

Why Georgian Bay?

Historically, the study of Georgian Bay rocks paved the way for modern global understanding of how continents form and migrate
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ASPIRING GEORGIAN BAY GEOPARK VISION

Four essential building blocks will build one of the world’s greatest Geoparks

Georgian Bay Geopark Vision

100+ Geopark Sites Geopark On line Education and Research Community Leadership
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WHO BENEFITS?

A UNESCO designated Georgian Bay Geopark can engage and benefit all of Georgian Bay

Who benefits?

Municipalities, First Nations and Metis, Conservation Groups,Tourism and Businesses, Permanent and Seasonal Residents, Educators
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RESEARCH, EDUCATION, FIELD TRIPS

Work has begun on Educational Material, Virtual Field Trips and new Research

Research, Education, Field Trips

New initiatives are providing key scientific information to support conservation efforts around the Bay
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ABOUT US

The creation of a UNESCO Global Geopark is a grassroots initiative led by The Georgian Bay Geopark Network – GBGN

About us

The Aspiring Georgian Bay Geopark initiative is guided by a set of inclusive principles
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GET INVOLVED

The GBGN is looking to form partnerships and collaborations with communities and organizations throughout the Bay

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The GBGN also invites individuals to join the Network; to get involved with ideas, stories and support.
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The GBGN thanks these organizations for their support

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