The theme of the 18^th CAETS Convocation was “Our Heritage of Natural Resources – Management and Sustainability”. The contributions were arranged under the sub-themes Energy, Forests, Water Management and Mining and Minerals. SAAE President Bob Pullen and Vice-President Prof Roelf Sandenbergh represented SAAE and also presented papers. (All the papers and presentations delivered at the Convocation are available on internet under “CAETS Calgary 2009”.) The Convocation was attended by approximately 120  delegates. The CAETS Statement issued after the Convocation (attached), is intended as a guideline for member Academies.