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  • Indigenous Peoples and Climate Adaptation

    Online

    Presented by EGBC, this course on Indigenous Peoples and Climate Adaptation offers a unique and immersive learning experience focusing on the intersection of Indigenous knowledge and climate adaptation efforts. This highly interactive session will be delivered by two facilitators and will encourage participants to consider ways to apply and integrate this knowledge and perspective both...

  • Aboriginal Consultation / Negotiating a Consultation Agreement – Two-day Workshop

    Online

    Online workshop presented by Mâwandônan Consulting and designed to provide practical solutions to those who want to better consult with Aboriginal People/Industry or are in a position that requires that they engage Aboriginal People/Industry (I.E. Stakeholder Relations, Consultation Department, Community Relations, Chief and Council, Surface Land, Aboriginal Relations). These solutions are based on the combined expertise of a First Nation...

  • Erosion and Sediment Control – Planning and Design (ESCD) Certificate

    Online

    Presented by VOI Training Group, ESCD builds on the principles of effective erosion and sediment control practice developed and applied in Erosion and Sediment Control Practitioner (ESCP). With a sound understanding of effective erosion and sediment control principles, the erosion and sediment practitioner can influence erosion and sediment control outcomes through erosion and sediment control...

  • Preliminary Wetland Boundary Delineation Seminar

    Online

    In this seminar, wetland identification and preliminary boundary delineation tools and approaches will be discussed and applied to case studies. Tools include historical air photos, satellite images, contours, digital elevation models, hydrology maps, geology maps, soils and surficial geology maps, as well as climate data, hydrology data, land cover mapping and many other tools! Seminar...

  • Bird Nest Surveys — Beyond Standard Approaches – Online

    Online

    Bird nest surveys are an important, but controversial, tool for protecting the nests, eggs, and young that may be threatened by human-caused disturbances, and in so doing remain compliant with Canadian environmental law. In this micro-course presented by NRTG, participants will discuss how to recognize, avoid, and overcome some of the most common limitations of...

  • Amphibian Identification – Online

    Online

    In this course presented by NRTG, participants will delve into the optimal seasons and habitats for amphibian observation, methods for identification across all life stages, and techniques for auditory identification. The Amphibian Identification MicroCourse caters to environmental professionals seeking to expand their expertise in amphibian work or refine their skills, as well as to amateur...

  • Ministry of Forests’ Climate Adaptation Policy Framework Virtual Workshop

    Online

    The BC Ministry of Forests is inviting you to a virtual three-hour workshop on the development of a Climate Adaptation Policy Framework. The Climate Adaptation Policy Framework will guide the Ministry of Forests’ work on adapting to climate change and establish a consistent approach to integrating climate change adaptation into strategic and operational decision-making. The...

  • Advanced Fish Sampling – Online

    Online

    Effectively capturing and sampling of fish is a practiced skill and with experience the practitioner learns how to set nets and traps effectively to increase their catch. NRTGs Advanced Fish Sampling MicroCourse is intended for that purpose, to draw on decades of experience capturing and sampling fish to provide students tips, tricks, and strategies to not only...

  • Lunch ‘n’ Learn ESC’s Toughest and Trickiest Techniques: Ponds and RUSLE

    Online

    Join the ESCABC as they review the best practices and applications of: Sediment control ponds, including purpose, effectiveness, layout, design, construction and monitoring; (12:00 -12:35) Revised Universal Soil Loss Equation for Application in Canada including how to quantify the effectiveness of your plan! (12:35 – 1:00)

  • Wetland Assessment – Online

    Online

    Presented by NRTG, Wetland Assessment is an applied, two-day, fully online course focusing on the step-by-step process of how to characterize, classify, and delineate wetlands in Canada and the northern United States.

  • Construction Monitoring — Water Quality and Assessment – Online

    Online

    Discover the intricate interplay between human actions and water quality in this Construction Monitoring MicroCourse presented by NRTG. Participants will explore how anthropogenic activities, both in and around watercourses, can create dirty water, adversely affecting aquatic ecosystems.