Profile of the CAG

Founded in 1951, The Canadian Association of Geographers is the only national organization in Canada representing practicing geographers.

 Members include those who work in the public and private sectors and in universities, and draws from over 15 countries internationally.

Through the CAG journal, The Canadian Geographer (TCG) / Le Géographe canadien (LGC) the CAG is committed to the dissemination of geographic research. The aim of journal is to publish cutting edge geographical research with strong contemporary resonance that challenge the status quo, promote social justice and address significant social, scientific and technical issues in Canada and globally.

The CAG national meeting is held annually in different locations across Canada and often in conjunction with the Learned Societies. At these meetings, research is presented on the discipline of geography and panel discussions, workshops, and field trips are part of a week where ideas are exchanged and CAG business transacted. 

Current membership stands at more than 1000; members come from all areas of geographical scholarship and practice including earth and environmental science, geomatics, resource management, and human geography. 

We especially encourage students to become members.