A virtual presentation by Dr Garry Merkel, RPF. CAB registrants are invited to plug in to this virtual presentation hosted (no charge to attend) by APB. Garry's topic: 'A review of different approaches to ecologically sound management of forests in BC towards the goal of 'sustainable forestry'.

The Indigenous Resource Opportunities Conference is committed to celebrating accomplishments and fostering meaningful, equitable partnerships that support Indigenous-led economic participation in BC’s Natural Resource Sector. Our objective is to facilitate building enduring partnerships between Indigenous communities and the resource sector through sustainable and respectful resource development. By building these relationships, IROC seeks to promote inclusivity,...

Bat Acoustics Training Course - Techniques and Analysis Instructor: Dr. Cori Lausen, WCS Canada Director of Bat Conservation Location: Kamloops, BC. Dates: June 15–19, 2026. To find out more information and to be considered for the 2026 course, please complete this form as soon as possible: https://tinyurl.com/WCSBatAcousticCourse. Application/inquiry on or before 15 Feb is strongly...

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 professsionals, who are involved in the planning, assessment, and preparation of...

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...

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...