The QGIS mapping program has become the go-to software for people that want to map and analyze geospatial data using a free, open source product. Supported and continuously developed by designers world-wide, the program is replacing ArcGIS in many organizations. The program is easy to download and use but requires a bit of orientation for...

RX-310 is an introductory, self-paced online course designed to help you understand how fire interacts with various ecosystems. It’s based on NWCG standards and objectives wtih a Canadian and American lens. The course takes approximately 30 hours, including time for online videos, interactive exercises, learning reviews, and reviewing your student manual. But RX-310 isn’t just...

This course offers invaluable insights, practical tips, and effective strategies to build a solid knowledge base of the Alberta Wetland Rapid Evaluation Tool Actual (ABWRET-A). Ideal for environmental professionals and anyone involved in wetland management and conservation, SALMTEC has designed this course specifically for intermediate learners and Authenticating Wetland Professionals to ensure they gain a...

The Grassland Vegetation Inventory is a land cover and land use classification system for the grasslands. GVI provides an extensive array of natural upland, riparian and wetland classes. Coupled with anthropogenic (modified) land use classes, GVI is a robust system that captures the variety of biophysical land uses in the grasslands.

The Catchment Delineation OnDemand Seminar presents information on factors involved in delineating catchments, outlines tools commonly used in the process, and includes case studies from various land use contexts. It is intended for individuals engaged in fields such as ecology, hydrology, watershed management, and land use planning. Applicants can register and take the course anytime.

The Environmental Technician Certificate Program (ETCP) is a five-week, 200-hour training course designed to prepare participants for work as environmental monitors in natural resource sectors. The program includes both classroom and field-based instruction, with field training scheduled on most days. It is intended for individuals seeking to develop or enhance skills relevant to environmental monitoring....