The Government of British Columbia has released new guidance materials under the Cumulative Effects Framework (CEF) to support the consideration of cumulative effects in applications for land and resource use activities, where required by regulating agencies. These materials are intended to support applied biology professionals, who are involved in the planning, assessment, and preparation of...

Fire is a moment. Monitoring tells the whole story. Fire ecology and fire effects are increasingly recognized as essential to effective prescribed fire, restoration, and wildfire risk reduction. This workshop focuses on translating fire behaviour into ecological outcomes. It helps participants deepen their understanding of how fire influences fuels, vegetation, and soils (and other values)...

Course Description This two-day certification course is an overview of electrofishing theory, safety and practices. The program meets current provincial Worker's Compensation Board (WCB) requirements for electrofisher certification. Objective Upon successful completion of this course, the participant will be able to: Define the practice of "electrofishing" Define the electrical (operational) theory of an electrofishing unit...

NREN 015 Riparian Areas Protection Regulation (course overview description) Dates July 14 - 17 2026, All day Time 9am - 4pm Cost $825 City Online /North Vancouver BC Instructor Lora Tryon Objectives Under the Riparian Areas Protection Regulation, QEP's are required to provide their professional opinions and conduct assessments of development proposals in riparian areas....

This Biodiversity Field School is a week-long, immersive field experience designed for recent graduates who want practical exposure to biodiversity monitoring and applied stewardship work. Participants will work alongside experts to conduct field-based biodiversity monitoring, apply established data collection methods, and carry out surveys across a range of ecosystems. Through the field school, participants will...

RX-310: Introduction to Fire Effects is a practical online course for applied biologists, ecologists, land managers, and fire practitioners who want to better understand how fire affects vegetation, soils, wildlife habitat, watersheds, cultural values, and post-fire recovery. The course helps participants learn the language and application of fire effects so they can better connect with...

This Biodiversity Field School is a week-long, immersive field experience designed for recent graduates who want practical exposure to biodiversity monitoring and applied stewardship work. Participants will work alongside experts to conduct field-based biodiversity monitoring, apply established data collection methods, and carry out surveys across a range of ecosystems. Through the field school, participants will...

College Hosting Information Session in Prince George on September 24, 2026 The free session will cover practice and regulatory updates The session will be held at the Coast Prince George Hotel. Some Board members will be in attendance. The agenda includes: 5pm: Networking reception, with complimentary appetizers and beverages 5:30pm: A 45-minute open information session...

This Biodiversity Field School is a week-long, immersive field experience designed for recent graduates who want practical exposure to biodiversity monitoring and applied stewardship work. Participants will work alongside experts to conduct field-based biodiversity monitoring, apply established data collection methods, and carry out surveys across a range of ecosystems. Through the field school, participants will...

Building on the momentum of the Northern Restoration Community of Practice over the past three years, the Society for Ecosystem Restoration in Northern BC (SERNbc) is excited to bring the 2026 workshop to Terrace, British Columbia, in the heart of the Skeena region. This year's workshop will focus on turning ideas into action by learning...

Course Description This four-day theoretical and practical course introduces participants to the purpose and application of the Riparian Areas Protection Regulation (RAPR), including the roles and responsibilities of government, the proponent, and the Qualified Environmental Professional (QEP). Participants also learn to complete a field assessment and follow reporting procedures, including electronic submission requirements. This program...

Course Description The Essential Fisheries Field Skills Certificate Program (EFFS) is a highly applied, two-week training program that provides participants with in-demand skills and knowledge in salmonid biology/fish identification, fisheries field techniques, fish and fish habitat inventory and assessment (qualitative and quantitative), electrofishing certification, and water quality sampling and monitoring techniques. This program is suitable...