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SUMMARY:Winning Proposals — Writing to Secure Funding – Online – January 28th\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:This MicroCourse is dedicated to helping those responsible for responding to requests for proposals or grant applications achieve greater success in their efforts. Successful proposal writing requires understanding the value of persuasion\, knowing what to include to be competitive\, appreciating what not to include\, and striking the correct tone to inspire confidence by the reader. In this course\, the instructor(s) will share tactics and techniques they have learned over decades of writing proposals and grant applications\, and strategies and considerations that will allow your writing to rise to the top of the candidate pile.
URL:https://cab-bc.org/event/winning-proposals-writing-to-secure-funding-online-january-28th-2025/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250123T130000
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SUMMARY:Drone Applications in Environmental Surveying – Online – January 23rd\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:In this course several models of drones and their applications in today’s environmental field work will be explored. Topics covered will include – an overview of models of drones – some of the important regulations regarding drone use around the world and setting up flights\, capturing data\, and processing the data for powerful use of the derived information.
URL:https://cab-bc.org/event/drone-applications-in-environmental-surveying-online-january-23rd-2025/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250122T090000
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UID:10000491-1737536400-1737975600@cab-bc.org
SUMMARY:Field Safety — Preparation – Online – January 22nd & 27th\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:This MicroCourse dives into the foundational elements of safe fieldwork planning\, equipping you with the strategies\, documentation practices\, and data-processing techniques necessary to ensure a productive and secure experience. But beyond methodological rigor\, a critical component is often overlooked: planning for your safe and healthy return.
URL:https://cab-bc.org/event/field-safety-preparation-online-january-22nd-27th-2025/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250122T160000
DTSTAMP:20241216T232212Z
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UID:10000490-1737450000-1737561600@cab-bc.org
SUMMARY:Wetland Assessment – Online\, January 21st – 22nd\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Wetland Assessment is an applied\, two-day\, online with a student led field component course focusing on the step-by-step process of how to characterize\, classify\, and delineate wetlands in Canada and the northern United States.
URL:https://cab-bc.org/event/wetland-assessment-online-january-21st-22nd-2025/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250120T140000
DTSTAMP:20241216T231923Z
CREATED:20241216T231923Z
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SUMMARY:Advanced Fish Sampling – Online – January 20th\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:This MicroCourse is intended for the purpose\, to draw on decades of experience capturing and sampling fish to provide students tips\, tricks\, and strategies to not only set the gear but also to do so in manners to increase catch\, while also reducing impacts to trapped fish or mammalian and avian bycatch. The course will build on the basics and refine strategies for use of the most commonly used freshwater sampling methods (minnow traps\, Fyke net\, seines\, snorkeling).
URL:https://cab-bc.org/event/advanced-fish-sampling-online-january-20th-2024/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250117T140000
DTSTAMP:20241216T231543Z
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SUMMARY:Advanced Electrofishing – Online – January 17th\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:To assist practitioners in capturing more fish when doing this work\, NRTG’s Advanced Electrofishing MicroCourse provides students with lessons learned over decades on how to effectively capture fish using this tool.
URL:https://cab-bc.org/event/advanced-electrofishing-online-january-17th-2025/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250116T140000
DTSTAMP:20241216T231301Z
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SUMMARY:Fish Habitat Restoration — Stream Morphology Assessment – Online – January 16th\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:In this MicroCourse\, you’ll explore the different types of channel morphologies\, the conditions that create them\, and their stability over time. You’ll also learn about the challenges of working within dynamic channel systems. Through the use of photographs\, topographic imagery\, and channel cross-sections\, participants will develop the skills to accurately identify channel morphologies and pinpoint reference reaches\, essential for guiding successful stream restoration projects.
URL:https://cab-bc.org/event/fish-habitat-restoration-stream-morphology-assessment-online-january-16th-2025/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250114T170000
DTSTAMP:20241216T231010Z
CREATED:20241216T231010Z
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UID:10000486-1736859600-1736874000@cab-bc.org
SUMMARY:Avenza Maps for Planning\, Navigating & Collecting Data for Environmental Use – Online – January 14th\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:This course will demonstrate how to effectively use Avenza Maps alongside traditional tools like hand maps and compasses\, allowing you to navigate the field with confidence. Applications like Avenza Maps enable users to access their current GPS location while in the field\, making travel and data collection easier.
URL:https://cab-bc.org/event/avenza-maps-for-planning-navigating-collecting-data-for-environmental-use-online-january-14th-2025/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250109T170000
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UID:10000485-1736326800-1736442000@cab-bc.org
SUMMARY:Lake Management Techniques – Online\, January 8th-9th\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Lake management requires key skills and knowledge required to study and sample the physical\, chemical\, and biological properties of lakes. This two-day course includes instructor-led presentations\, as well as ample ‘hands on’ student application through discussions\, breakout groups and exercises.
URL:https://cab-bc.org/event/lake-management-techniques-online-january-8th-9th-2025/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250107T140000
DTSTAMP:20241216T225522Z
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UID:10000484-1736244000-1736258400@cab-bc.org
SUMMARY:Fish Habitat Restoration — Primer on Stream Hydrology – Online – January 7th\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:In this MicroCourse\, you’ll explore different types of flow and learn how flow dynamics impact water quality and habitats. Through engaging videos and field-based photos\, you’ll gain the skills to interpret real-world stream conditions. By the end of the course\, participants will have a strong foundation in stream hydraulics\, with the ability to identify and explain flow types and apply this knowledge to habitat assessments\, water quality sampling\, and stream restoration design.
URL:https://cab-bc.org/event/fish-habitat-restoration-primer-on-stream-hydrology-online-january-7th-2025/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250305T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250305T120000
DTSTAMP:20241204T185748Z
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UID:10000480-1741165200-1741176000@cab-bc.org
SUMMARY:Environmental Law and Liability
DESCRIPTION:In this presentation by EGBC\, Michael Manhas will discuss Canadian environmental law and liability risks faced by those working in the area. The presentation will start with an overview of the legal landscape with reference to key environmental statutes\, including jurisdiction over the environment and how environmental laws approach regulation. The presentation will then discuss important developments in environmental in recent years. Finally\, the presentation will discuss liability risks faced by environmental practitioners\, with reference to case studies from reported court decisions.
URL:https://cab-bc.org/event/environmental-law-and-liability/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Engineers and Geoscientists BC":MAILTO:info@egbc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241107T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241128T203000
DTSTAMP:20241001T205609Z
CREATED:20241001T205609Z
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UID:10000476-1731002400-1732825800@cab-bc.org
SUMMARY:Shorebird Course
DESCRIPTION:This new 4-week VARC workshop will teach you the techniques to help you to learn\, identify and appreciate the amazing diversity of shorebirds of Vancouver and the Pacific northwest!
URL:https://cab-bc.org/event/shorebird-course/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241114
DTSTAMP:20241001T202208Z
CREATED:20241001T202208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T202208Z
UID:10000472-1731456000-1731542399@cab-bc.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Hydrogeology and Groundwater Management
DESCRIPTION:This seminar presented by EGBC is tailored towards attendees who wish to have a better understanding of hydrogeological and groundwater management concepts.
URL:https://cab-bc.org/event/introduction-to-hydrogeology-and-groundwater-management-2/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Engineers and Geoscientists BC":MAILTO:info@egbc.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241130
DTSTAMP:20241001T193530Z
CREATED:20241001T193530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T193530Z
UID:10000466-1730073600-1732924799@cab-bc.org
SUMMARY:Land Guardian Program – Online
DESCRIPTION:NRTG’s Land Guardian Program (LGP) addresses the growing demand for skilled and certified guardians employed within communities\, industries\, and non-profit organizations. This five-week (200-hour) program integrates engaging lectures\, applied field training\, realistic case studies\, scenarios\, and exercises to build practical skills\, technical knowledge\, and enhance analytical and critical thinking abilities.
URL:https://cab-bc.org/event/land-guardian-program-online-3/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241116
DTSTAMP:20240830T202658Z
CREATED:20240830T202658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T202658Z
UID:10000448-1731369600-1731715199@cab-bc.org
SUMMARY:Fish Health Level 1: Introduction to Basic Fish Health Management
DESCRIPTION:This course offered by VIU’s Natural Resources Extension Program focuses on the key principles of fish health management for aquaculture (hatcheries and net pen) and aquarium fishes. The theoretical components emphasize recognition of what is ‘non-normal’ in fish husbandry settings\, along with covering types of diseases (i.e.\, environmental\, pathogenic\, parasitic or genetic)\, prevention and mitigation\, and proper techniques for fish sampling and biosecurity.
URL:https://cab-bc.org/event/fish-health-level-1-introduction-to-basic-fish-health-management/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Island University%2C Natural Resources Extension Program":MAILTO:NREP@viu.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250304
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250307
DTSTAMP:20240829T203707Z
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UID:10000425-1741046400-1741305599@cab-bc.org
SUMMARY:Ecosystems Field Data Collection Micro-Credential
DESCRIPTION:The Ecosystems Field Data Collection Micro-Credential trains resource and/or forestry practitioners in the use of field skills to identify ecosystems in the field\, describe and map ecological strata\, identify and describe critical soil hazards and site issues. Procedures and methodologies taught will allow practitioners to classify areas\, even if they are devoid of vegetation due to wildfire\, or other alterations. Presented by UNBC.
URL:https://cab-bc.org/event/ecosystems-field-data-collection-micro-credential-5/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250131
DTSTAMP:20240829T203633Z
CREATED:20240829T203633Z
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UID:10000424-1738022400-1738281599@cab-bc.org
SUMMARY:Ecosystems Field Data Collection Micro-Credential
DESCRIPTION:The Ecosystems Field Data Collection Micro-Credential trains resource and/or forestry practitioners in the use of field skills to identify ecosystems in the field\, describe and map ecological strata\, identify and describe critical soil hazards and site issues. Procedures and methodologies taught will allow practitioners to classify areas\, even if they are devoid of vegetation due to wildfire\, or other alterations. Presented by UNBC.
URL:https://cab-bc.org/event/ecosystems-field-data-collection-micro-credential-4/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241115
DTSTAMP:20240829T203551Z
CREATED:20240829T203551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T203551Z
UID:10000423-1731369600-1731628799@cab-bc.org
SUMMARY:Ecosystems Field Data Collection Micro-Credential
DESCRIPTION:The Ecosystems Field Data Collection Micro-Credential trains resource and/or forestry practitioners in the use of field skills to identify ecosystems in the field\, describe and map ecological strata\, identify and describe critical soil hazards and site issues. Procedures and methodologies taught will allow practitioners to classify areas\, even if they are devoid of vegetation due to wildfire\, or other alterations. Presented by UNBC.
URL:https://cab-bc.org/event/ecosystems-field-data-collection-micro-credential-3/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250602
DTSTAMP:20240807T220618Z
CREATED:20240807T220618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T220618Z
UID:10000420-1736208000-1748822399@cab-bc.org
SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Wildland Fire Ecology and Management micro-credential
DESCRIPTION:Presented from both Indigenous and western perspectives\, the Fundamentals of Wildland Fire Ecology and Management program provides a unique learning opportunity that combines knowledge of western fire science and Indigenous ways of knowing with landscape and fire ecology and social sciences to address a vital need for professional training in the increasingly complex area of wildfire management. Delivered by UBC Okanagan Campus\, Continuing and Professional Education.
URL:https://cab-bc.org/event/fundamentals-of-wildland-fire-ecology-and-management-micro-credential-2/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241216
DTSTAMP:20240807T215934Z
CREATED:20240807T215934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T215934Z
UID:10000418-1725840000-1734307199@cab-bc.org
SUMMARY:Critical Skills for Communication in the Technical Sector micro-credential
DESCRIPTION:This non-credit UBC micro-credential in technical communication consists of nine modules covering essential skills in technical writing and editing\, readability techniques\, effective presentations\, technical reports\, team and client communications\, technical memos\, proposals\, and time-efficient and effective reviewing. This program provides learners with the opportunity to rapidly acquire and upgrade communication competencies\, learn specific techniques using real examples from industry\, practice skills\, and receive professional editorial feedback on advancing their professional writing.
URL:https://cab-bc.org/event/critical-skills-for-communication-in-the-technical-sector-micro-credential-2/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241127T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241127T110000
DTSTAMP:20240723T234313Z
CREATED:20240723T234313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T234313Z
UID:10000406-1732694400-1732705200@cab-bc.org
SUMMARY:Writing Effective Emails
DESCRIPTION:In today’s environment\, emails are by far the most commonly used communication method in the workplace. With an increase in reliance on connecting remotely\, clients and colleagues expect your emails to be clear and concise. This webinar presented by EGBC is focused on giving you the tools to write effective emails. The webinar will also review effective and ineffective sample emails\, and provide you with key tips and techniques you can immediately apply to your writing.
URL:https://cab-bc.org/event/writing-effective-emails-2/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Engineers and Geoscientists BC":MAILTO:info@egbc.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241120
DTSTAMP:20240723T234031Z
CREATED:20240723T234031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T234031Z
UID:10000405-1731974400-1732060799@cab-bc.org
SUMMARY:Writing Effective Proposals and Reports
DESCRIPTION:This webinar presented by EGBC is for those who wish to develop the confidence and writing skills necessary to write effective proposals and reports. Through a series of hands-on workshops\, participants will learn the key elements of writing and submitting winning proposals and reports\, and how to tailor content for both technical and non-technical audiences. In addition\, participants will learn to determine what their clients (internal and external) are looking for and how they will evaluate the proposal or review the report.
URL:https://cab-bc.org/event/writing-effective-proposals-and-reports-3/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="Engineers and Geoscientists BC":MAILTO:info@egbc.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241214
DTSTAMP:20240527T223629Z
CREATED:20240527T223629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T223629Z
UID:10000353-1728864000-1734134399@cab-bc.org
SUMMARY:Climate Vulnerability & Adaptation - Online Micro-certificate
DESCRIPTION:The UBC Faculty of Forestry’s Climate Vulnerability and Adaptation (CVA) Micro-Certificate is a flexible 8-week online program that provides forest professionals with an understanding of climate science\, vulnerability assessments\, adaptation development\, and how it is applied to management and business case adaptation. CVA offers science-based\, practical\, hands-on training for professionals\, including those currently working and those seeking to gain additional skills to better their employment opportunities.
URL:https://cab-bc.org/event/climate-vulnerability-adaptation-online-micro-certificate/
LOCATION:Online
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