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...
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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...
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.
OnDemand Seminar – Catchment Delineation The Catchment Delineation OnDemand Seminar presents information on factors involved in delineating catchments, outlines tools commonly used in the process, and includes case studies from various land use contexts. It is intended for individuals engaged in fields such as ecology, hydrology, watershed management, and land use planning. Applicants can register and take the course anytime. |
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Essential Fisheries Field Skills Certificate Program (EFFS) The Essential Fisheries Field Skills Certificate Program (EFFS) is a two-week training course focused on practical skills and knowledge related to salmonid biology and fish identification, fisheries field techniques, fish and fish habitat inventory and assessment (both qualitative and quantitative), electrofishing certification, and water quality sampling and monitoring. The program is intended for individuals seeking... |
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QGIS Level I & II (Online, flexible dates)
Self-Paced Online: RX-310 Introduction to Fire Effects
ABWRET-A Blended Course (W25) Offering Online
Grassland Vegetation Inventory (GVI) Blended Course (W25) Offering Online
OnDemand Seminar – Catchment Delineation
Essential Fisheries Field Skills Certificate Program (EFFS) |
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Indigenous Mapping for Stewardship and Cultural Heritage Management Mapping NRIM 001 Indigenous Mapping for Stewardship and Cultural Heritage Management (course overview description) Dates: Monday, October 6, 2025 to Friday, October 10, 2025 Time: 9am-5pm Cost: $1,350 City: Cowichan Valley BC Instructor: Trailmark Systems Additional Information: Format Class: 4 days; Field: 1 day Days one to three are classroom-based and cover the following topics: Day 1:...
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Fundamentals of Backpack Electrofishing: In-Person – Edmonton, AB: October 08-09 The Environmental Sciences Training Institute is hosting backpack electrofishing certification training in Alberta and British Columbia for 2025. 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 the Efishing... |
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Electrofishing: Theory, Safety and Uses Fisheries NRFS 001 Electrofishing: Theory, Safety and Uses (course overview description) Dates: Thursday, October 9, 2025 to Friday, October 10, 2025 Time: 9am-5pm Cost: $550 City: Nanaimo BC-Field Session Instructor: Kim Ives
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QGIS Level I & II (Online, flexible dates)
Self-Paced Online: RX-310 Introduction to Fire Effects
ABWRET-A Blended Course (W25) Offering Online
Grassland Vegetation Inventory (GVI) Blended Course (W25) Offering Online
OnDemand Seminar – Catchment Delineation |
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Fundamentals of Backpack Electrofishing: In-Person – Red Deer, AB: October 14-15 The Environmental Sciences Training Institute is hosting backpack electrofishing certification training in Alberta and British Columbia for 2025. 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 the Efishing... |
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What’s the Future of Grasslands and Rangelands in the East Kootenay? The purpose of this gathering is to tell stories, share knowledge, and explore ideas and solutions for improving grassland and rangeland health in the East Kootenay. This event will explore the related implications of changing grasslands in the East Kootenay for wildlife and livestock forage, vulnerable grassland-dependent species, Indigenous and regional food security, wildfire risk... |
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Fundamentals of Backpack Electrofishing: In-Person – Cochrane, AB: October 17-18 The Environmental Sciences Training Institute is hosting backpack electrofishing certification training in Alberta and British Columbia for 2025. 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 the Efishing... |
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QGIS Level I & II (Online, flexible dates)
Self-Paced Online: RX-310 Introduction to Fire Effects
ABWRET-A Blended Course (W25) Offering Online
Grassland Vegetation Inventory (GVI) Blended Course (W25) Offering Online
OnDemand Seminar – Catchment Delineation |
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Fundamentals of Backpack Electrofishing: In-Person – Prince George, BC: October 20-21 The Environmental Sciences Training Institute is hosting backpack electrofishing certification training in Alberta and British Columbia for 2025. 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 the Efishing...
Environmental Technician Certificate Program 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.... |
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CNAR 2025 Calgary Achieving Regulatory Excellence Together CNAR’s 18th Annual National Conference event is an event for those with an interest in Canadian regulation. The Conference welcomes proposals from all, including members, non-members, Partners, Suppliers, government agencies, academic institutions, and other organizations. CNAR 2025 Call for speakers Guidelines CNAR 2025 Speakers Proposal Application
Data Manipulation and Visualization in R Data manipulation and visualization will provide students with the tools they need to effectively tidy, transform and visualize their data in R. This course will teach the theory behind tidy data, setting up a reproducible data pipeline, introduction in the tidyverse suite of packages, importing data, tidying data, transforming data, dealing with missing data, summary...
Riparian Areas Protection Regulation 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...
Riparian Areas Protection Regulation 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...
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On October 21, 2025, Katerina Sofos is scheduled to present a webinar titled Road Impact Wetland Health Assessments in Northern British Columbia. This webinar is part of the Wetland Knowledge Exchange’s monthly series, which is intended to support information sharing and collaboration among individuals and organizations with an interest in wetland-related topics such as management, conservation,... |
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QGIS Level I & II (Online, flexible dates)
Self-Paced Online: RX-310 Introduction to Fire Effects
ABWRET-A Blended Course (W25) Offering Online
Grassland Vegetation Inventory (GVI) Blended Course (W25) Offering Online
OnDemand Seminar – Catchment Delineation
Environmental Technician Certificate Program |
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ESCA BC 2025 Annual Conference Save the date for October 29 and 30, 2025 to join hundreds of ESC professionals in Coquitlam, BC, for two full days of educational sessions, networking, hot breakfasts and lunches, an entertaining social mixer (Wednesday late afternoon), a keynote, plenary panels, and more.
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GeoEnviroPro will share technical and regulatory updates on contaminated sites management, featuring input from government agencies, Canadian professionals, and international experts. The workshop is intended for consultants, industry professionals, students, researchers, and community groups. It will also include networking opportunities for early-career professionals through the Emerging Professional Initiative. |
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