Experts in the field of invasive species management will be sharing their knowledge. Topics will include: 🌿Research on knotweed mortality under thermal and anoxic stress w/ Adam Soames 🌿Native Western red cedar and invasive English holly —and how they demonstrate opposing trends that may portend consequential shifts in forest structure w/Brandon Drucker 🌿And more! Mark...
The Natural Resources Extension Program at VIU offers a three-level Fish Health training series. Level 1 introduces foundational concepts in fish health management for aquaculture and aquarium species. Levels 2 and 3 build on this foundation, with Level 3 focusing on techniques for identifying and diagnosing bacterial pathogens. Each level is delivered as a separate...
Uda dune Baiyoh (House of Ancestors)
355 Vancouver St, Prince George, BC, Canada
Hybrid Event
Register now for our FREE Community of Practice workshop in Prince George November 25-27, 2025. Registration Link: https://whova.com/portal/registration/97QoQX6rFHThpcYxEp-0/ Costs: Free in person; $30 online Building off our successful launch of the Northern Restoration Community of Practice in 2024, we are excited to reconvene in Prince George November 25-27. We’re bringing together practitioners like you to...
Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
405 Spray Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1J4, Banff, Alberta
The ASPB celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. The ASPB 2025 Conference theme is reflective of this milestone: Evolution of Biological Practice: Celebrating 50 years with the ASPB. The ASPB 2025 Conference will take place at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel November 26-28, 2025. Please watch the conference webpage as more details become available. https://www.aspb.ab.ca/conference
Partnerships for Wetlands: A Case Study from Lac La Biche County Julia Shapka Lac La Biche County Wetlands play a critical role in Alberta’s landscapes, yet many have been lost in settled areas. Alberta’s Wetland Replacement Program (WRP) offers an important opportunity for municipalities to restore and construct wetlands while enhancing local ecosystems and communities....
This four-day course introduces the purpose and application of the Riparian Areas Protection Regulation (RAPR), including the roles and responsibilities of government, proponents, and Qualified Environmental Professionals (QEPs). Participants learn how to conduct field assessments and follow reporting procedures, including electronic submission requirements. The course is intended for environmental consultants and professionals in related fields...
The Grassland Vegetation Inventory (GVI) is a land cover and land use classification system specific to grassland regions. This course introduces concepts related to grassland ecosystem mapping, including: Components of grassland ecosystems Interpretation of imagery Classification of GVI site types (e.g., range sites) The course is delivered through a blended format combining self-paced modules, offline...
Prince George Conference and Civic Centre
Prince George, BC, Canada
Momentum for Continued Growth: Building B.C.’s Resource Future This theme reflects a critical time for western Canada’s resource sector—one defined by renewed confidence, accelerated infrastructure and project development, and a strong commitment to inclusive growth through meaningful Indigenous partnerships.
The course will be conducted through three-hour online sessions held over five Tuesday mornings, with optional take-home activities available between sessions.
TELUS Convention Centre, Calgary
136 8 Ave SE, Calgary, AB, Canada
The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) will host its 2nd Annual Natural Resources Forum on February 10-11, 2026, in Calgary, Alberta. Under the theme “Strengthening Our Sovereignty,” the AFN National Natural Resources Forum invites First Nations Chiefs, community members, economic development and natural resources officers, technicians, industry representatives, government officials, non-government organizations, and thought leaders to...
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....
The Westin Calgary
320 4 Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
The ECO IMPACT 2026 Learning Series & Awards Gala featured a conference focused on the intersection of technology, workforce development, and environmental sustainability. Participants engaged in sessions exploring emerging trends, skill development for a technology-oriented job market, and networking with professionals active in the environmental sector. The event brought together individuals from diverse backgrounds—including educators,...