EP EMPLOYER DESIGNATION
Eligibility & Application Process
Learn how you can help your organization become an EP Employer
By gaining EP Employer status, you demonstrate your commitment and leadership to the growth of environmental practice in Canada.
You will not only show support for the growing list of designated members, but also attract them to your business as it grows.
Our Evaluation of Your Application
We uphold high standards for all EP Employer members to ensure your organization:
- Commits to adhering to Ethics and values of the EP Employer designation
- The promotion of knowledge building and lifelong learning are evident and encouraged
- Dedication to furthering human resources of the environmental sector
- The promotion of knowledge building and lifelong learning are evident and encouraged
Our evolving environmental sector calls for professionals and employers across all industries to be knowledgeable and ethical ambassadors.
Your organization dedicates the necessary time and resources to your employees, to continuously foster their development and contribution to their environmental practice and restricting practice to the areas of organizational and personal expertise.
Getting Your CERTIFICATION
Eligibility Requirements
In order to qualify for EP Employer status:
1. You align with the EP Employer Core Values.
- Hire people who have appropriate skills and knowledge to support business objectives
- Recognize employee performance
- Encourage professional development
- Promote good employee productivity and motivation
- Encourage communication between management and employees
- Promote social and environmental responsibility, and business ethics
Application & Annual Fees
Application fee for EP Employer is $250.
As an EP Employers you are responsible to pay the application fees, membership fees and annual dues for your staff – all at a discounted rate.
- Employee certification fees are discounted by 15%
- Employee membership fees are discounted by 20%
- Employee annual dues are discounted by 20%
Confirm alignment
to ECO Canada Values
Pay Your EP Employer Application Fee
Complete EP Employer Application
• Agree to uphold the EP Code of Ethics
Approved as Pre-Qualified EP Employer Status
Submit list of EPt/EP/EP Auditor eligible employees
• Book ECO 101 Session
EPt/EP/EP Auditor Applicants Apply
• Pay Membership Fees with 20% Discount
Upgrade to Qualified EP Employer Status*
EP Employer Seal and Certificate Received
Overview of All Member Fees
The below provides a breakdown of the fees across all designations.
As an EP Employer, you will receive discounts on both the application and annual renewal fees for your staff!
Please Note:
- Application fees* are non-refundable, even in the event of an unsuccessful application
- Initial membership fees are prorated based on April 1st schedule
- Late payment of annual membership fee will incur a penalty – see EP designation fees
Designation Type | EP Employer | EPt | EP | EP(CEA) or EP(EMSLA) | Discount for Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EP Employer Application Fee* | $250 | ||||
Exam + Application Fee | $200 | $300 | $450 | 15% | |
Membership Fee | $130 | $230 | $230 | 20% | |
Annual Renewal Fee | $130 | $230 | $230 | 20% |
There is an EP in You!
Learn more about the designation levels available for your team.
An EP membership signifies a commitment to ethical environmental practice and establishing public trust in the work being done at a local level across Canada.
What it Means to Be Certified
As an EP Employer, you set a high standard and demonstrate your leadership in the environmental sector. Your organization protects the environment through engagement and involvement.
Your organization strives to:
- Promote sustainability, communicate with the public and influence large-scale change
- Encourage professional development and ongoing education
- Implement adequate human resource policies and support
- Value the EP designation and your employee’s contributions to the environmental sector
Working Alongside You
Our evolving environmental sector calls for professionals and employers to be knowledgeable and ethical ambassadors that possess certain professional and technical skills necessary to thrive in today’s workforce.
Our team upholds high standards for all members, working alongside you to ensure:
- The standards of admission and practice are met
- Activities of members, whether organizations or individuals, are regulated in terms of skilled practice and ethical conduct
- The promotion of knowledge building and a commitment to ongoing learning are evident and encouraged
With EP Employer, we aim to help your organization champion its Environmental Professionals, enhance their careers, and lead the workforce as it continues to grow across all industries.
Maintaining Your EP Employer Designation
The EP Employer designation is awarded to organizations as a 5-year term. As a certified organization, you must fulfill and track annual requirements to remain in good standing. But don’t worry, we will help guide you through the process and, by committing to this on-going process, your organization will thrive as leaders in the environmental sector. Through this process:
- Employees will gain valuable professional development and mentorship
- HR processes will be streamlined, making it easier to recruit top talent and retain current professionals
- Your organization gains public confidence and trust by adhering to the EP Code of Ethics and commitment in building internal experts through continued development of human resources and environmental practices
To maintain your EP Employer Designation, your organization must follow the EP Employer Maintenance Framework, which clarifies year 1-5 requirements and pay the annual renewal fees for your certified EPt, EP, EP(CEA) or EP(EMSLA) employees.
