Mine closure is an issue of growing importance for mining companies, the communities that host operations, Indigenous peoples, and governments with regulatory oversight of closure planning. In the coming years, the world’s top miners are expected to spend over $50 billion (USD) closing mines and managing legacy sites. For many stakeholders and rightsholders, there is...

Wetlands are crucial ecosystems that have been disappearing from the landscape for decades. Understanding and documenting the vegetation within them is essential for various reasons. This course presented by NRTG is designed to assist participants on their journey to comprehend the plant species present in these wetlands. Presenters will start by exploring the terminology required...

This course delivered by the Natural Resources Extension Program at VIU will train participants to effectively design, manage, conduct and report for environmental monitoring programs for a wide variety of applications throughout Western Canada, such as stream crossing installations, pipeline development, land development, etc.

Presented by NRTG, the two-day Working in and About Water – Legislation, Regulations and Responsibilities course is a comprehensive, fully-online training program designed to address a long-time need to clarify the processes, regulations and constraints involved in working in and around water. This applied program includes online presentation, discussion, break-out groups, and exercises to provide students with...

The aim of this presentation by ESCABC will be to summarize the mechanism of coagulation, increase the understanding of available options, and shed light on emerging technologies. With a focus on applications towards sediment control on British Columbia, this session will leave attendees with a basic understand of what’s available in the coagulation space and...

The Environmental Sciences Training Institute is hosting backpack electrofishing certification training in Alberta and British Columbia this September. This one-and-a-half day course serves to certify participants in backpack electrofishing safety, fish handling methods, equipment, and fundamentals of electrical theory. Please contact efishing@esticanada.com with any questions or to book a custom delivery. Learn about our Efishing program here.

It is with great pleasure that the Canadian Herpetological Society invites you to their 12th Annual Conference on September 20 to 23 in beautiful Sidney (Victoria), British Columbia. The CHS mandate is to foster research and conservation of Canada's reptiles and amphibians. This will be a great opportunity to network with the top herpetologists in BC...

At NRTG’s Spill Prevention and Response at the Construction Site micro-course, participants will learn best practices for safely storing, handling, and swiftly responding to spills involving releases of fuels, hydraulic fluids, coolant, battery acid, and other hazardous liquids. The training showcases cutting-edge equipment and materials, ensuring attendees are equipped with the latest tools and knowledge...

Vancouver Avian Research Centre (VARC) offers monthly guided bird walks to give people the opportunity to learn and practice their skills with local bird ID experts. British Columbia is home to some of North America’s best birdwatching opportunities and VARC's guided walks will help you improve your knowledge of BC birds and get to know them – whether...

The Environmental Sciences Training Institute is hosting backpack electrofishing certification training in Alberta and British Columbia this September. This one-and-a-half day course serves to certify participants in backpack electrofishing safety, fish handling methods, equipment, and fundamentals of electrical theory. Please contact efishing@esticanada.com with any questions or to book a custom delivery. Learn about our Efishing program here.

This course presented by Royal Roads University covers core concepts, the most recent case examples and latest approaches to municipal natural asset management and is delivered by the Executive Director of the Natural Assets Initiative. It will provide both essential information to anyone working for, or with local governments or who is interested in innovative...

This course presented by NRTG is designed for individuals across various disciplines who require precise soil classification skills. This online course offers a hands-on approach, where students will engage in live soil texture analysis sessions to gain a thorough understanding of soil textures. Using simple tools, participants will learn various techniques for accurate soil classification...