The Grassland Vegetation Inventory is a land cover and land use classification system for the grasslands. GVI provides an extensive array of natural upland, riparian and wetland classes. Coupled with anthropogenic (modified) land use classes, GVI is a robust system that captures the variety of biophysical land uses in the grasslands.
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ABWRET Blended Course (W25 Offering) The ABWRET-A (W25) Blended Course provides learners with a strong understanding of the Government of Alberta’s wetland function assessment tool, needed for Alberta Water Act approvals.
QGIS Level I & II (Online, flexible dates) The QGIS mapping program has become the go-to software for people that want to map and analyze geospatial data using a free, open source product. Supported and continuously developed by designers world-wide, the program is replacing ArcGIS in many organizations. The program is easy to download and use but requires a bit of orientation for...
Fundamentals of Wildland Fire Ecology and Management micro-credential 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... |
8 events,
Invasives 2025 – ISCBC’s Annual Forum: Back to the Future Join the Invasive Species Council of BC (ISCBC) in New Westminster for their INVASIVES 2025 - Back to the Future on February 24 to 27, 2025.
Avian Nest Sweeps and Monitoring Methods – Online – February 24th – 25th, 2025 The two-day, fully online Avian Nest Sweeps and Monitoring Methods training program will train participants to perform efficient, effective, and ecologically responsible nest sweeps for breeding birds. After completing this course participants will understand the regulatory and environmental drivers behind this practice and be prepared to plan and conduct these specialized surveys.
Environmental Technician Certificate Program The Environmental Technician Certificate Program (ETCP) is a five-week, 200-hour accredited training program that prepares graduates to work as certified environmental monitors in natural resource sectors. The program is suitable for current and aspiring environmental technicians wishing to update and expand their skills and abilities.
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In this immersive course, you’ll dive deep into understanding fish habitat and its critical role across seasons and life stages, with a focus on stream-dwelling salmonids. We’ll break down habitat units like pools, riffles, runs, and glides, and show you how these features support thriving fish populations. |
10 events,
Riparian Areas Protection Regulation This four-day theoretical and practical course introduces participants to the purpose and application of the Riparian Areas Protection Regulation (RAPR), including the roles and responsibilities of government, the proponent, and the Qualified Environmental Professional (QEP).
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NRTG’s MicroCourse equips you with essential survival strategies and self-treatment techniques for medical emergencies in the field. You’ll explore the critical steps to stay calm and act decisively during challenging situations.
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This course equips individuals expanding their careers into this realm with detailed knowledge. It covers specific capture techniques, their rationale, and execution, along with best practices for safe handling to prevent injury or disease transmission. Additionally, it explores broader elements such as study design and offers guidance on identifying species across various life stages and... |
8 events,
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This comprehensive course is designed to introduce you to the industry’s best practices for erosion and sediment control. From mastering common site isolation techniques to delving into real-world examples, you’ll learn how to assess the effectiveness of sediment and erosion controls with precision. |
9 events,
Wetland Delineation and Assessment Micro-Credential The Wetland Delineation and Assessment (WDA) non-credit, micro-credential courses address an urgent need for rigorous, unbiased training on the assessment and delineation of wetland boundaries, with topics including wetland classification, functions and values, impact assessment and wetland policy. This program is delivered by UBC Continuing and Professional Education.
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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... |
8 events,
Electrofishing Certification – Online (self-paced) & Courtenay, February 28th, 2025 By registering for the Electrofishing Certification Courtenay Field Session, you will also be registered in the Electrofishing Certification Self-Paced Training. Please note that the online Self-Paced Training must be completed before attending the Field Session. |
6 events, |
6 events,
Grassland Vegetation Inventory Blended Course (W25 Offering)
ABWRET Blended Course (W25 Offering)
QGIS Level I & II (Online, flexible dates)
Fundamentals of Wildland Fire Ecology and Management micro-credential
Environmental Technician Certificate Program
Wetland Delineation and Assessment Micro-Credential |
9 events,
Electrofishing Certification – Online (self-paced) & West Vancouver, March 3rd, 2025 NRTG is the leading provider of electrofishing training in Canada. Since 1994, NRTG staff have successfully trained more than 10,000 Canadian industry practitioners in the practice of safe and effective electrofishing. NRTG personnel are highly respected and recognized leaders in the delivery of backpack and boat electrofishing certification training.
Land Guardian Program 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.
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This Micro-Course describes ways to assess and interpret collected information to draw inferences on fish use based on habitat in a defensible manner. Participants are assumed to have working knowledge of the standard stream fish habitat assessment methods. This course focusses on interpreting the habitat as: (1) the fish sees it and (2) indicators of... |
12 events,
Ecosystems Field Data Collection Micro-Credential 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...
Fish Health Level 1: Introduction to Basic Fish Health Management VIU’s Natural Resources Extension Program offers three levels of Fish Health training. Beginning with a focus on the key principles of fish health management for aquaculture and aquarium fishes at level 1, the courses ladder up to highly applied training on advanced techniques for the detection and diagnosis of bacterial pathogens at level 3. While...
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NRTG’s MicroCourse equips you with essential survival strategies and self-treatment techniques for medical emergencies in the field. You’ll explore the critical steps to stay calm and act decisively during challenging situations.
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This is an online, instructor-led course. The course offers you an opportunity to learn about and practice reader-centric concepts and apply them to your own writing.
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In this course, most common weed species found in Western Canada, including their identification will be covered . Accurate identification is crucial, as different control methods—ranging from chemical to mechanical—vary in effectiveness depending on the species. Some methods may even exacerbate the problem if applied incorrectly. We will examine each control method and its effectiveness... |
10 events,
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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... |
10 events,
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This is an online, instructor-led course. The course offers you an opportunity to learn about and practice reader-centric concepts and apply them to your own writing. |
8 events, |
7 events, |
7 events,
Grassland Vegetation Inventory Blended Course (W25 Offering)
ABWRET Blended Course (W25 Offering)
QGIS Level I & II (Online, flexible dates)
Fundamentals of Wildland Fire Ecology and Management micro-credential
Environmental Technician Certificate Program
Wetland Delineation and Assessment Micro-Credential
Land Guardian Program |
8 events,
Indigenous Mapping for Stewardship and Cultural Heritage Management This five-day course is designed for anyone working to ground Indigenous stewardship programs in community knowledge, oral history, ethnography, and mapping. |
10 events,
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This is an online, instructor-led course. The course offers you an opportunity to learn about and practice reader-centric concepts and apply them to your own writing.
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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. |
11 events,
Assembly of First Nations – National Natural Resources Forum: Empowering Future Generations through Self-Determination The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) will host its Natural Resources Forum on March 12-13, 2025. Under the theme “Empowering Future Generations through Self-Determination,” the AFN National Natural Resources Forum invites First Nations Chiefs, community members, economic development and natural resources officers, technicians, industry representatives, government officials, non-governmental organizations, and thought leaders to engage in...
Electrofishing: Theory, Safety and Uses 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.
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Dive into the rabbit hole of catchment science and explore why you might want to delineate a catchment, tools to help you delineate a catchment, and what the size of your catchment may mean to your project. |
12 events,
Invasive Pig Trapping Workshop Curious about invasive pigs and their risk of establishing in B.C.? Want to learn how to effectively manage invasive pigs on your property or in your community? This free, virtual two-day workshop is open to anyone in B.C. who has an interest in learning more about invasive pig management!
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This is an online, instructor-led course. The course offers you an opportunity to learn about and practice reader-centric concepts and apply them to your own writing. |
9 events, |
7 events, |
7 events,
Grassland Vegetation Inventory Blended Course (W25 Offering)
ABWRET Blended Course (W25 Offering)
QGIS Level I & II (Online, flexible dates)
Fundamentals of Wildland Fire Ecology and Management micro-credential
Environmental Technician Certificate Program
Wetland Delineation and Assessment Micro-Credential
Land Guardian Program |
9 events,
Fish Identification Course: Columbia Basin Edition This course presented by Columbia Mountains Institute of Applied Ecology serves as an introduction to the biogeography, evolution, and identification of native and introduced freshwater fishes found in British Columbia. Two lecture sessions focus on the biogeography, evolution of the fauna, as well as the morphological and genetic techniques used in fish identification. Two afternoons...
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This MicroCourse offers a concise yet thorough review of proven, science-based techniques for assessing limiting factors, such as life history, habitat space, competition, resource availability, and environmental conditions. By the end of this course, participants will be equipped to systematically evaluate these factors and use their findings to effectively guide restoration efforts. |
10 events,
Riparian Areas Protection Regulation This four-day theoretical and practical course introduces participants to the purpose and application of the Riparian Areas Protection Regulation (RAPR), including the roles and responsibilities of government, the proponent, and the Qualified Environmental Professional (QEP).
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This course will explore several models of drones and their applications in today’s environmental field work. |
9 events,
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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. |
9 events,
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This MicroCourse will delve deeper into important botanical terminology to enhance your familiarity with various plants encountered in nature. It will also explore the anatomy of difficult plant groups and discuss which characteristics to note and photograph when initiating species identification. Additionally, it will examine herbarium scans from various groups, or you can collect plant... |
9 events,
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This MicroCourse introduces the student to methods of estimating fish abundance and includes considerations of effect of gear type and survey design on final abundance estimates. This course is very light on statistics and is intended for an audience seeking an overview of abundance estimation methods and the influence of the field work aspect upon... |
7 events, |
7 events,
Grassland Vegetation Inventory Blended Course (W25 Offering)
ABWRET Blended Course (W25 Offering)
QGIS Level I & II (Online, flexible dates)
Fundamentals of Wildland Fire Ecology and Management micro-credential
Environmental Technician Certificate Program
Wetland Delineation and Assessment Micro-Credential
Land Guardian Program |
7 events, |
8 events,
Wetland Assessment – Online, March 25 – 26, 2025 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. |
8 events, |
8 events,
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This MicroCourse will delve deeper into important botanical terminology to enhance your familiarity with various plants encountered in nature. It will also explore the anatomy of difficult plant groups and discuss which characteristics to note and photograph when initiating species identification. Additionally, it will examine herbarium scans from various groups, or you can collect plant... |
7 events, | |
6 events,
Grassland Vegetation Inventory Blended Course (W25 Offering)
ABWRET Blended Course (W25 Offering)
QGIS Level I & II (Online, flexible dates)
Fundamentals of Wildland Fire Ecology and Management micro-credential
Wetland Delineation and Assessment Micro-Credential
Land Guardian Program |
9 events,
Self-Paced Online: RX-310 Introduction to Fire Effects RX-310 is an introductory, self-paced online course designed to help you understand how fire interacts with various ecosystems. It’s based on NWCG standards and objectives wtih a Canadian and American lens. The course takes approximately 30 hours, including time for online videos, interactive exercises, learning reviews, and reviewing your student manual. But RX-310 isn’t just...
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This program is designed to provide the regulatory community with additional in-depth, in-person learning and networking opportunities. The inaugural event will take place in Toronto on March 31st and will feature CNAR’s highly-rated Fundamentals of Regulation Workshop.
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This Micro-Course describes strategies and approaches to selecting specific methods, in a defensible manner and combining information from a range of scales, to complete efficient and effective fish habitat assessments. Participants are assumed to have working knowledge of the standard stream fish habitat assessment methods. |
9 events,
ABWRET-A Blended Course (W25) Offering Online This course offers invaluable insights, practical tips, and effective strategies to build a solid knowledge base of the Alberta Wetland Rapid Evaluation Tool Actual (ABWRET-A). Ideal for environmental professionals and anyone involved in wetland management and conservation, SALMTEC has designed this course specifically for intermediate learners and Authenticating Wetland Professionals to ensure they gain a...
Grassland Vegetation Inventory (GVI) Blended Course (W25) Offering Online The Grassland Vegetation Inventory is a land cover and land use classification system for the grasslands. GVI provides an extensive array of natural upland, riparian and wetland classes. Coupled with anthropogenic (modified) land use classes, GVI is a robust system that captures the variety of biophysical land uses in the grasslands. |
10 events,
Electrofishing: Theory, Safety and Uses 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. |
11 events,
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In this MicroCourse, students will develop the ability to make these decisions based on their knowledge of the plant population of interest, the objectives of the study or site investigation, the seasonality of the plant populations, and other factors that help determine the best methods to survey or assess plants. Note: This event is split... |
9 events, |
8 events, |