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🟢 Explore Environmental Programs

Discover ECO Canada Accredited programs and education pathways across Canada.

🔵 Discover Career Pathways

See where environmental education can take your career.

🟠 Connect With Schools & Experts

Meet the institutions and people shaping Canada’s environmental workforce.

Institutions Featured at Educate Connect 2026

Educate Connect 2026 brought together ECO Canada Accredited institutions from across Canada, helping prospective students and professionals explore environmental programs, compare education pathways, and connect directly with school representatives.

Explore the institutions featured at this year’s event below.

At Educate Connect, attendees can:

✅ Explore environmental and sustainability programs across Canada

✅ Meet directly with ECO Canada Accredited institutions 

✅ Compare programs, admissions requirements, and career outcomes 

✅ Learn about co-op, internship, and work-integrated learning opportunities 

✅ Discover emerging environmental careers and future workforce trends 

✅ – Find programs that align with their interests and career goals

Why Attend?

For High School Students 

Not sure where to start? 

Connect with colleges and universities that offer environmental education programs designed to prepare students for careers in sustainability, climate, conservation, remediation, environmental science, environmental technology, resource management, and more. 

Explore your options before applying. 

For College & University Students 

Learn more about specialized  environmental programs, transfer opportunities, certifications, and pathways that can strengthen your career prospects. 

Meet schools that are preparing graduates for success in Canada’s growing environmental workforce

For Career Changers & Working Professionals 

Looking to upskill or transition into the green economy? 

Discover programs, certificates, diplomas, and degrees designed to help you gain new skills, advance your career, or enter the environmental sector. 

Whether you’re seeking a promotion, a career shift, or a competitive advantage, you’ll find options that fit your goals. 

Why Choose an ECO Canada Accredited Program?

ECO Canada accreditation helps identify programs that align with industry needs and workforce expectations. 

Students attending accredited programs can feel confident they are pursuing education that has been reviewed against environmental workforce competencies and employer expectations. 

Accredited Programs Help You:

  • Build relevant skills employers are seeking 
  • Explore career-ready learning opportunities 
  • Strengthen your employment prospects 
  • Connect education with real-world workforce needs 
  • Prepare for long-term success in the environmental sector 

If you work for a school interested in getting ECO Canada Accredited, learn more here. 

Stay up to date with upcoming environmental conferences, webinars, and networking opportunities from across the sector.

Meet Schools Directly

Visit virtual booths hosted by ECO Canada Accredited institutions from across Canada. 

Download brochures, watch videos, ask questions, and speak directly with program representatives. 

School Showcase Presentations

Hear directly from participating institutions as they introduce their programs, student experiences, and career pathways. 

Discover what makes each school unique. 

Environmental Career Insights

Learn about: 

  • Canada’s environmental workforce outlook 
  • Emerging career opportunities 
  • In-demand skills 
  • Future trends shaping the green economy 

ECO Canada Resource Hub

Visit the ECO Canada booth to learn about: 

  • Accreditation 
  • Environmental certifications 
  • Career resources 
  • Employment programs 
  • Labour market information 
  • Professional development opportunities 

Who Should Attend?

Personalized, professional support for every stage of your journey. 

High School Students

Exploring post-secondary options.

Teachers & Guidance Counselors

Supporting students interested in environmental careers.

College & University Students

Researching future pathways and specialization options.

Recent Graduates

Looking to advance their education or career prospects.

Career Changers

Exploring opportunities in the environmental sector.

Working Professionals

Seeking new credentials, certificates, diplomas, or degrees.

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Virtual Event Agenda

Educate Connect 2026 Agenda

Take a look back at this year’s Educate Connect agenda, featuring ECO Canada Accredited environmental programs, participating institutions, educational webinars, and opportunities to connect with students and school representatives in an interactive virtual environment.

Date October 6, 2026
Event Time 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM MST
Platform Virtual Days
Event Schedule

How attendees experienced the day

Following the opening plenary, institution spotlights and educational webinars will run concurrently. Move between sessions and explore participating school booths throughout the event.

9:00 AM to 9:15 AM MST
Opening Session

Opening Plenary

Hosted by ECO Canada

Program Spotlights
Concurrent Webinars
9:15 AM to 9:30 AM
9:30 AM to 9:45 AM
9:45 AM to 10:00 AM
10:00 AM to 10:15 AM
10:15 AM to 10:30 AM
10:30 AM to 10:45 AM
10:45 AM to 11:00 AM
11:00 AM to 11:15 AM
11:15 AM to 11:30 AM
11:30 AM to 11:45 AM
11:45 AM to 12:00 PM
Program Spotlight

Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC)

Program Spotlight

Maritime College of Forest Technology

Program Spotlight

Trent University

Program Spotlight

Acadia University

Program Spotlight

Faculty of Environmental and Urban Change (YorkU)

Program Spotlight

Algonquin College

Program Spotlight

University of Manitoba

Program Spotlight

University of Saskatchewan

Program Spotlight

The King's University

Program Spotlight

SAIT (EVT & IWM)

Program Spotlight

Royal Roads University

Research Webinar

The Evidence Is In: Why Environmental Degrees Matter

Speakers: Motunrayo Cole & Shiva Naseri 9:15 AM to 9:45 AM
Employment Programs Webinar

Funding Your Future: Student Employment Opportunities

Speaker: Karen Degge 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
ECO Academy Webinar

Build Career-Ready Skills with ECO Academy

Speaker: Layla Haslinger 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Available All Day

Explore beyond the scheduled sessions

Open Throughout the Event 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM MST

Virtual School Booths & Student Networking Lounge

Move freely through the virtual environment before, during, or after presentations to explore programs and make connections.

  • Visit participating school booths
  • Speak directly with school representatives
  • Download brochures and admissions resources
  • Compare ECO Canada Accredited programs and delivery models
  • Explore career and education pathways
  • Network with students and representatives
Plan Your Experience

Learn more about the virtual event

Open the sections below for more information about event areas, school booths, and program presentations.

Featured Event Areas
  • Participating school booths
  • Virtual lounge for student networking and peer conversation
  • ECO Canada Resource Booth
  • Program Pitch Stage for institution presentations
  • Educational webinar sessions
School Booth Experience

Participating school booths may include:

  • School and program overview materials
  • Admissions and application information
  • Live chat or video conversations with representatives
  • Student experience, co-op, and internship information
  • Career outcome information
  • Follow-up contact details for prospective students
ECO Canada Resource Booth

Explore information related to ECO Canada accreditation, environmental career pathways, professional certification, employment programs, labour market research, and upcoming events.

How the Program Spotlights Work

Each participating institution receives a focused fifteen-minute presentation slot. Program spotlights run concurrently with educational webinars, allowing attendees to choose the sessions most relevant to them and visit institution booths for additional information throughout the event.

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Discover how accreditation can help demonstrate the quality and relevance of your environmental program.

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Land Acknowledgment

In the spirit of respect, reciprocity, and truth, we acknowledge that we live, work, and gather on the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7, including the Blackfoot Confederacy—comprising the Siksika, Kainai, and Piikani Nations—as well as the Îyâxe Nakoda and Tsuut’ina Nations.

This land, known as Moh’kinsstis in the Blackfoot language and encompassing what is now Districts 5 and 6, is also home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3, within the historical Northwest Métis homeland.

We recognize and honour the deep connection these Nations have to the land, and we are grateful for the opportunity to share in its stewardship.

As we continue our work, we commit to learning from Indigenous knowledge systems, uplifting Indigenous voices, and fostering relationships rooted in equity, understanding, and reconciliation.

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