ECO Canada

Camps d'entraînement carboneutralité: Québec, QC
2025-03-27 08:30 - 18:00 UTC | Institut National de la Recherche Scientifique, 490 Rue de la Couronne, Québec, QC, G1K 9A9, Canada
Participez à l’atelier intensif sur la carboneutralité d’ECO Canada pour lancer votre carrière dans le secteur environnemental!
Le Canada aura besoin de plus de 40 000 nouveaux professionnel·les de l’environnement chaque année pour répondre à la demande au cours de la prochaine décennie, et vous pourriez en faire partie.
Cet atelier intensif sur la carboneutralité vise à aider les étudiant·es de niveau post-secondaire de toutes disciplines à trouver des emplois épanouissants liés à la carboneutralité. Au cours de cette journée, qui comprendra des présentations et discussions avec des expert·es de la carboneutralité, vous acquerrez les connaissances de base sur la réduction des émissions de gaz à effet de serre et la carboneutralité, des compétences pratiques et l’opportunité de réseauter avec des membres de secteurs variés afin d’augmenter votre employabilité dans le secteur environnemental.
L’événement sera intégralement en français, vous aurez accès à un manuel ainsi qu’aux contenu des présentations à l’issue de l’évènement. En outre, vous bénéficierez de plusieurs récompenses pour avoir complété votre participation qui faciliterons votre recherche d’emploi :

Certificat de participation
20 % de réduction (si éligible) sur le titre professionnel Étudiant EPt
(Professionnel de l’environnemental en formation). Vous pouvez en savoir plus sur le programme Étudiant EPt ici: Étudiant EPt | ECO Canada
Et en bonus, une carte-cadeau de 20 $ pour la réponse à notre enquête de satisfaction, ainsi que la chance de participer à un tirage au sort pour gagner un sac-cadeau ECO Canada

Le déjeuner, dîner et rafraîchissement au cours du cocktail de réseautage qui suivra l’évènement seront offert, avec des options végétaliennes ou sans
gluten.
Date et heure:
Jeudi 27 mars 2025, de 8h30 à 18h
Pourquoi participer?

Acquérez des connaissances et compétences essentielles sur les gaz à effet de serre, la mise en place de la carboneutralité, les technologies émergentes, les tendances dans divers secteurs et bien plus encore.

Échangez avec des professionnels de diverses industries et d’autres étudiant·es intéressé·es par les carrières dans la carboneutralité.

Profitez d’opportunité de réseautage et apprenez en plus sur les ressources disponibles pour augmenter votre employabilité dans le secteur environnemental.

À qui cet atelier s’adresse-t-il?
Nous accueillons les étudiant·es de toutes disciplines et années d’études à cet atelier, il n’est pas nécessaire de suivre des études dans le secteur environnemental. Cependant, pour être éligible, vous devez :

Être inscrit·e dans un établissement postsecondaire canadien en de mars 2025

Être inscrit·e dans un programme de diplôme, de certificat ou de baccalauréat.

Cet atelier constitue la seconde partie d’un évènement s’étalant sur deux jours et visant à offrir aux étudiant·es une opportunité d’apprentissage holistique, combinant les connaissances théoriques avec des applications pratiques et des rencontres avec des professionnels. La première partie aura lieu le mercredi 26 mars 2025 et consiste en un hackathon s’adressant aux étudiant·es dans les domaines de l’intelligence artificielle, l’environnement, la gestion de projet et les technologies de l’information. Vous trouverez les détails sur la page de l’évènement. Veuillez noter qu’il n’est pas nécessaire de participer au hackathon le 26 pour pouvoir assister à l’atelier intensif le 27. Le hackathon vous est offert par notre partenaire Québec International.
Ce projet a été rendu possible grâce au financement de La Table ronde des affaires + de l’enseignement supérieur, avec le soutien du gouvernement du Canada.

Moteur du leadership: le pouvoir du mentorat et de stratégies d'embauche favorables à la rétention et au développement personnel
2025-03-27 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Edmonton) | Online
Dans le paysage actuel en évolution rapide, le développement efficace du leadership est la clé du succès organisationnel. Rejoignez-nous pour un webinaire engageant au cours duquel nous explorons le rôle transformateur du mentorat de qualité dans l’avancement de personnel vers des rôles de leadership. Organisée par Mentor Canada, cette séance explorera comment des pratiques de mentorat de qualité peuvent vous aider à cultiver le potentiel de leadership au sein de votre équipe, à générer des résultats positifs et à améliorer l’expérience d’employé.
Rejoignez-nous le jeudi 27 mars 2025, de 11h00 à 12h00 MDT

From Policy to Practice: Enhancing Performance Management to Elevate Environmental Leaders
2025-04-15 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton) | MacKenzie Art Gallery, 3475 Albert Street, Regina, SK, S4S 6X6, Canada
Join us for a comprehensive 3-hour event on Tuesday, April 15, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM CST, focused on the critical importance of designing and developing performance management policies to effectively address and dismantle systemic barriers in the workplace. This event will feature discussions and training sessions to equip participants with the tools and strategies to foster a more equitable and inclusive workplace supporting women’s career progression.

Empowering Indigenous Communities: Introducing the Energy Code Compliance, Monitoring, and Enforcement Toolkit (Part 1)
2025-04-22 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Edmonton) | Online
Join ECO Canada for an insightful webinar dedicated to introducing our new toolkit, specifically designed to support Indigenous communities in adopting, complying with, and enforcing energy-building codes.
This toolkit fosters sustainable development and energy efficiency within these communities, ensuring a brighter and more resilient future.
What You’ll Learn:

An in-depth overview of the toolkit and its unique features
Strategies for integrating the toolkit into community planning and development
Best practices for ensuring compliance with energy building codes

Stay in Good Standing: Paying your Membership Renewal Fee
2025-04-24 10:30 - 11:00 (America/Edmonton) | Online
Join us at ECO Canada on Thursday, April 24, 2025, from 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM MDT for an exciting and informative webinar designed to guide you through the simple and seamless process of renewing your EP Membership!

Pour rester en règle: comment vous acquitter des frais de renouvellement de votre agrément
2025-04-24 11:00 - 11:30 (America/Edmonton) | Online
Dans le paysage actuel en évolution rapide, le développement efficace du leadership est la clé du succès organisationnel. Rejoignez-nous pour un webinaire engageant au cours duquel nous explorons le rôle transformateur du mentorat de qualité dans l’avancement de personnel vers des rôles de leadership. Organisée par Mentor Canada, cette séance explorera comment des pratiques de mentorat de qualité peuvent vous aider à cultiver le potentiel de leadership au sein de votre équipe, à générer des résultats positifs et à améliorer l’expérience d’employé.

GHG Management Training
2025-04-29 08:30 - 16:30 (America/Edmonton) | The Kahanoff Centre for Charitable Activities, 105 12 Avenue Southeast, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 1A1, Canada
Welcome to GHG Management Training!
Join us for an exclusive half-day event focused on implementing GHG Management and decarbonization strategies practically. Gain insights into the latest industry trends, and strategies for achieving Net Zero, and learn from experts how to tackle real-world challenges and reduce your sector’s carbon footprint.
Our event will take place on April 29, 2025, starting at 8:30 AM in Suite 105 of the Kahanoff Centre.Enhance your professional credentials and contribute to a low-carbon future by registering for the GHG Management Training Program!
Note: Complimentary refreshments and lunch will be provided.

Empowering Indigenous Communities: Introducing the Energy Code Compliance, Monitoring, and Enforcement Toolkit (Part 2)
2025-05-06 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Edmonton) | Online
Join ECO Canada for an insightful webinar dedicated to introducing our new toolkit, specifically designed to support Indigenous communities in adopting, complying with, and enforcing energy-building codes.
This toolkit fosters sustainable development and energy efficiency within these communities, ensuring a brighter and more resilient future.
What You’ll Learn:

An in-depth overview of the toolkit and its unique features
Strategies for integrating the toolkit into community planning and development
Best practices for ensuring compliance with energy building codes

Effective leadership development is key to organizational success in today’s rapidly evolving landscape. Join us for an engaging webinar where we explore the transformative role of quality mentoring in advancing valuable personnel into leadership roles.

ECO Canada and RRU – A Partnership for Environmental Solutions (MEP & GCSPCC)
2025-05-14 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Edmonton) | Online
Join us on Tuesday, May 14, from 2:00 – 3:00 pm MST for an engaging webinar hosted by Royal Roads University (RRU) in collaboration with ECO Canada. In this webinar, you’ll delve into the diverse range of programs offered by RRU, each meticulously crafted to meet the evolving demands of the environmental sector.
MEP: The Master of Arts or Master of Science in Environmental Practice will equip you to solve legal, economic and social problems for positive global change. Whether you are in environmental work already or feel compelled to join this rapidly growing field, this program will prepare you to advance in the rapidly growing range of environmental careers.
GCSPCC: The Graduate Certificate in Science and Policy of Climate Change will prepare you to lead climate action, advance sustainability goals, and drive meaningful change in your organization or community.

Empowering Building Legacies: a Roadmap for Energy Efficiency Building (Bilingual)
2025-05-27 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Edmonton) | Online
This is a bilingual webinar / Ce webinaire est bilingue
Empowering Building Legacies: a Roadmap for Energy Efficiency Building / Bâtir un héritage durable: la voie de l’efficacité énergétique
Join us for this informative webinar to learn about ECO Canada’s Codes Acceleration Program within Indigenous Communities and how it can support with adoption, compliance, and enforcement of high-performance energy building codes.
Rejoignez-nous pour ce webinaire informatif afin d’en savoir plus sur le programme d’accélération des codes d’ECO Canada au sein des communautés autochtones et sur la manière dont le programme peut aider avec l’adoption, la conformité, et à l’application des codes de construction à haute efficacité énergétique.

Exploring Diverse Careers in the Ocean Sector
2025-05-28 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Edmonton) | Online
Join us for an engaging session that explores job opportunities in the ocean sector and the world of opportunities available beyond traditional career pathways. This webinar will delve into the wide range of careers in the growing blue economy and offer insights into emerging roles, sustainable job paths, and innovative industries shaping the future of our oceans.
Krystyna Urbancic is a passionate advocate for ocean sustainability and workforce development, with a unique career that spans marine conservation, ocean technology, and blue economy innovation. Currently leading national initiatives at ECO Canada, she works to create inclusive career pathways in the ocean sector—particularly for women and underrepresented groups. With hands-on experience ranging from field operations to industry collaboration, Krystyna is driven by a passion for finding practical solutions at the intersection of sustainability, workforce development, and emerging technologies in the ocean space.
Whether you’re a student, job seeker, educator, or industry professional, this session will open your eyes to the exciting, diverse, and sustainable future of ocean work.

From Good to Great: a Reader-Centric Approach to Clear Technical Writing
2025-06-03 11:00 - 12:30, 2025-06-05 11:00 - 12:30, 2025-06-10 11:00 - 12:30, 2025-06-12 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Edmonton) | Online
Learning to write well-written technical documents is key for clarity with both internal and external stakeholders in the workplace. Join our online, instructor-led course on June 3, 5, 10 and 12, 2025. The course offers you an opportunity to learn about and practice reader-centric concepts and apply them to your own writing.
What’s Included

Four live interactive virtual sessions with group discussions, take-home materials and resources, and more.
Opportunity to network and connect with professionals within the industry.

Session 1: Make It Relevant – June 3, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Session 2: Make It Clear – June 5, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Session 3: Revise, Revise, Revise – June 10, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Session 4: Give Credit Where Credit Is Due – June 12, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Facilitator: Beth Burrows
Founder of Writing Well, Trainer, Advisor and Professional Engineer
Beth believes writing well is worth it! She believes that what we write as technical people is just as important as the technical work that we do. As an engineer turned technical communicator, Beth helps scientists and engineers simplify complex information and deliver documents readers can understand. She loves to teach technical people how to write effective documents and encourages them to think differently about their writing. Before starting her business, Writing Well Technical Communications, Beth worked in both the private and the public sectors. She was the subject matter expert for ECO Canada’s Technical Writing Essentials online course. Beth has over 30 years of experience in environmental engineering and business and works with many consulting sectors, including civil, water resources, environmental, transportation, structural, and electrical engineering, as well as the forestry, ecological, geomorphic, environmental, and sustainability sectors. Beth has been a Professional Engineer in Ontario since 1993. She earned a Master of Business Administration from Wilfred Laurier University in 1997 and a Certificate in Technical Communication from Simon Fraser University in 2016.

Environmental Professionals Meetup: Cambridge, Ontario
2025-06-15 12:00 - 15:00 (America/Detroit) | Shade’s Mills Conservation Area, Cambridge, Ontario, Canada
Join ECO Canada for our FREE Environmental Professional Meetup on June 15, 2025, from 12:00 – 3:00 pm (EDT). This event will be hosted by our EP® Champion, Nicholas Stasiak. Our EP® Meetups are designed to bring together ECO Canada’s network of Environmental Professionals for a fun and social networking experience.
Join us to connect with fellow professionals in a relaxed setting while enjoying great food in a vibrant venue. Please be sure to register in advance so we can guarantee an unforgettable event filled with connection and community-building.
Who is this for?
Environmental professionals in the Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, and Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
Event Details:
There will be a $9.00 entry fee for adults and $7.25 for seniors to access the conservation area (admission is free when an attendant is on duty). You are welcome to bring a non-EP® guest for a fee of $10.00.
The event will take place from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Shades Mills Conservation Area. Food will be complimentary.

Beyond Compliance: Leveraging Energy Codes to Deliver Better Buildings
2025-06-17 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Edmonton) | Online
Energy codes, specifically the National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings (NECB) and Part 9.36. Energy Efficiency of the Building Code, are often perceived merely as regulatory (and sometimes painful) checkboxes. However, when embraced strategically, these codes can serve as integrated design navigators, facilitating collaboration among architects, engineers, builders, and owners. This session will provide a clear, accessible overview of current energy code requirements and methodologies, and demonstrate how a proactive approach to energy code compliance can drive a more cohesive design process, improve building performance, reduce operational costs, and ultimately create healthier, more resilient built environments.
This webinar, presented by Mikhael Horvath (Founder & Prinicipal of Enforma Engineering, will provide a clear, accessible overview of current energy code requirements and methodologies. His objective is to demonstrate how a proactive approach to energy code compliance can drive a more cohesive design process, improve building performance, reduce operational costs, and ultimately create healthier, more resilient built environments.

Real Talk: Career, Stories & Networking
2025-06-25 16:00 - 17:30 (America/Edmonton) | Le Germain Hotel Calgary, 899 Centre Street Sw, Calgary, Alberta, T2G1B8, Canada
Real talk: Career, Stories, and Networking is an empowering evening designed to bring together professionals (women and men) from agriculture and agri-food sectors to share authentic career journeys, exchange insights and build meaningful professional connections.
Join ECO Canada to hear women who have carved unique paths, to connect with like-minded professionals and open conversation about challenges, growth and success.

Speaker: Kimberley Burfoot
Kimberley Burfoot is an accomplished finance and operations executive with over 25 years of experience turning strategy into action. She currently serves as Vice President of Finance & Operations at ECO Canada, where she leads core business functions and supports national workforce development initiatives.
Before joining ECO, Kimberley spent 16 years as Regional Controller at TC Transcontinental and 6 years as Executive Director of the Alberta Motor Transport Association. Her career highlights include leading the development of a 20,000 sq. ft. training facility for autonomous and hydrogen-fueled commercial vehicles and integrating several major manufacturing operations post-acquisition.
A strong believer in lifelong learning and staying at the forefront of change, Kimberley recently completed the No-Code Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning program through MIT Professional Education and is currently pursuing CPA Canada’s ESG certificate. She is also studying Horticulture through the University of Saskatchewan and volunteers with environmental and animal welfare organizations.
When she’s not immersed in spreadsheets or strategic plans, Kimberley enjoys long bike rides, playing the piano, and indulging her love of science fiction — especially when it explores big ideas about society, ethics, and the future. She shares her home with her husband and a rotating cast of foster and resident dogs.
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Speaker: Claudine Vidallo
Claudine Vidallo is a seasoned strategic planner, business analyst, and program manager with over 20 years of diverse experience spanning the food manufacturing, energy, education, and non-profit sectors. She is a PMP-certified professional holding a BSBA degree and has consistently delivered organizational successes and revenue growth.​
As the VP of Projects, Claudine is committed to fostering project management excellence and generating workforce insights and solutions to guide business, program, and career roadmaps. Outside of her professional realm, Claudine is a proud mother of five boys, is a gym enthusiast, and has a black belt in Taekwondo.
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The Future is Food: Surprising career opportunities in agriculture and agri-food
2025-07-10 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Edmonton) | Online
When someone says “there are lots of career opportunities in agriculture”, most people immediately picture the stereotypical farmer, maybe milking cows or harvesting wheat. While primary production is indeed an essential part of agriculture, and in need of talent, there are also countless opportunities both up- and down-stream of the farm gate. Maybe you are interested in satellite image analysis, mechanical engineering, computer programming, molecular genetics, fermentation, veterinary medicine, or developing the next great protein bar. Maybe you are fascinated by storytelling, or sustainability, or water security, or global trade markets. This webinar will explore how all these interests (and more) can lead you to a rewarding career in the agriculture and agri-food sector. The world needs this sector now more than ever – learn how you can be part of the future of food!

Facilitator: Dr. Angela Bedard-Haughn
Dr. Bedard-Haughn was born and raised on a family farm in the central parkland region of Saskatchewan. She received her BSc and MSc from the University of Saskatchewan (USask), a PhD in Soil Science from University of California at Davis, and in 2004, returned to USask as a postdoctoral fellow. In 2006, Dr. Bedard-Haughn joined the Department of Soil Science in the College of Agriculture and Bioresources (AgBio) at USask as a faculty member. Over the course of her academic career, she has served as a professor, Graduate Chair, Department Head and Associate Dean (Research and Graduate Studies), taking up the position of Dean in summer 2020, and renewing for a second term in 2025.
As a teacher-scholar, Dr. Bedard-Haughn’s research program focuses on wetland soils and predictive soil mapping; activities have been largely supported by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada, the Saskatchewan Agriculture Development Research Fund, Environment Canada and several industry groups. She remains active in experiential training, mentoring graduate students and teaching field courses on soil and landscape classification, at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

Smart Seas & Stronger Teams – Tackling Challenges with AI & Leadership
2025-07-14 08:30 - 16:30 (America/Vancouver) | Element Vancouver Metrotown, 5988 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5H2A7, Canada
Join us for a dynamic one-day event designed for professionals in small and medium-sized enterprises across the blue economy, or anyone interested in learning practical skills in AI implementation. This event goes beyond the tech to spotlight how addressing systemic barriers to leadership—particularly for underrepresented groups—can unlock new solutions to workforce challenges.
Through interactive and engaging workshops, participants will gain practical insights into:

How AI is being applied today to improve efficiency, sustainability, and safety in ocean-based industries

The role of inclusive leadership in driving innovation and workforce resilience

Strategies to remove barriers and build more equitable pathways to leadership in the blue economy

Learning Outcomes:

Understand the role of AI in supporting operational efficiency for blue economy companies
Identify AI tools relevant to business functions like communications, scheduling, and forecasting
Use a no-code or low-code AI tool for a specific marine-related task
Map potential areas in your organization where AI could reduce time, cost, or inefficiency
Recognize key considerations for ethical and responsible AI use
Explore how systemic barriers to leadership impact workforce development and innovation in the blue economy
Recognize the value of inclusive leadership in fostering resilient, adaptive, and future-ready teams in ocean-related sectors
Collaborate with peers across sectors to share knowledge, build networks, and co-create strategies for inclusive innovation in the blue economy

Speakers:

Eric Li is a recent graduate from UBC with a combined major in computer science and statistics. With over two years of experience at M2M Tech as a data analyst, Eric has developed a strong foundation in applied technology and innovation. After taking a computer vision course at UBC (CPSC 425), he became deeply interested in the field and now focuses on exploring real-world applications of computer vision. With M2M Tech, he hopes to be able to explore more use cases AI and foster discussions to inform others of its potential. Eric is passionate about finding practical ways to integrate emerging technologies into everyday challenges, helping drive progress where it matters most.

Environmental Professionals Meetup: Ottawa
2025-07-16 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | Sala San Marco Event & Conference Centre, 215 Preston Street Ottawa, Ottawa, ON, K1R 7R1, Canada
Join ECO Canada for our FREE Environmental Professional Meetup on July 16, 2025
This event will be hosted by our EP® Champions Michael Tsiagbey, Claire Hobson and Conner Nixon-Rettinger. Our EP® Meetups are designed to bring together ECO Canada’s network of Environmental Professionals for a fun and social networking experience.
Join us to connect with fellow professionals in a relaxed setting, enjoying great food and a vibrant atmosphere. Please register in advance to ensure an unforgettable evening of connection and community-building.
Who is this for?
Environmental professionals in Ottawa
Details
Food is complimentary, but you will have to pay for your beverages. Feel free to bring a non-EP® guest at a fee of $10.00.

Navigating Energy Codes: Stories from Indigenous Builders
2025-07-22 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Edmonton) | Online
Join us for an insightful conversation where community builders share their firsthand experiences constructing buildings in their own Indigenous Communities.
Hear directly from those who have been on the ground, navigating the complexities of energy code requirements while balancing tough decisions around code implementation and construction hurdles.
This session offers a candid look at the realities of building up-to-code structures in Indigenous Communities – from the challenges to the triumphs of better building performance and longevity.
Whether you’re in the middle of a construction project or just starting out, and if you’ve faced obstacles on the path to sustainable construction in Indigenous Communities, this webinar is for you.

Speakers:

Savannah Lobsinger
My name is Savannah. I am the Head of Housing and Infrastructure here at Matachewan First Nation. I’m a life-long resident of the Township of Matachewan and an affiliate member of Matachewan First Nation.
In September 2024, I was hired as the very first Housing Coordinator for Matachewan First Nation. Before my position was created, my community didn’t have any sort of dedicated department for Housing. I was hired to build the department from scratch. Since my background is in teaching and tourism, it has been an incredible journey with a lot of learning curves.

I have been graced with patience from our members and wonderful people from all over the country who have helped guide me to being the best possible Housing Department I can be as a staff of one. Attending conferences, learning sessions, webinars and connecting with all kinds of others who held similar titles in their communities, is the key that helped unlock this door for me.

I have since levelled up and have taken on Infrastructure as well, which let me tell you, is no easy feat. I have big dreams for my community and I plan to make all of them come true. I am currently working on getting 911 numbers, postal service and better cell service into the community, all while renovating our current housing stock. I’ve had 2 homes brought in to the community since I’ve been here, and there are plans to build 5 new ones in the next year or so.

As avid learner and lover of small town communities, this has been such a joyous opportunity that I plan to stick out for as long as they will have me. Nothing brings me more joy than learning and giving back. I’m pretty lucky that I can combine both into one role!

Ostap Kaminskyy
With over 20 years of experience across business, construction, and project management in different parts of the world, Ostap brings a practical and well-rounded perspective to every project. He holds a Master’s in Law, is a trained project manager, and also teaches safety courses like Working at Heights, WHMIS 2015, and Elevated Work Platforms. He’s an active member of PMI and passionate about sharing knowledge.

Chantelle Kechego
Chantelle Kechego is a proud member of the Chippewas of the Thames First Nation, a dedicated mother of three, and a grandmother. She currently serves as the Community Energy Coordinator within the Treaties, Lands, and Environment Department for her Nation, where she is helping to shape a more sustainable future for her community.
Most recently, Chantelle worked as a Project Steward with Indigenous Clean Energy’s Bringing it Home (BIH) Program, part of the Project Accelerator initiative. Over the course of 18 months, she and other participating members engaged in intensive capacity-building training, developed a strong network of mentors and technical experts, and initiated real-world energy efficiency projects within their communities.
When Chantelle first joined the BIH program, she had limited experience in the energy sector. However, through hands-on involvement and continued learning, she has significantly deepened her understanding of energy use and conservation. This journey has also helped her envision new possibilities for reducing the carbon footprint of her community and advancing local sustainability goals.
In her current role, Chantelle has helped grow her team by hiring two youth interns. Mentorship and youth engagement are especially important to her. As she explains,
“Being a mentor to youth has always been a passion of mine, as I believe our youth are our future. We need to invest in them so they can continue to lead the way for generations to come.”
Chantelle’s work reflects a powerful blend of leadership, community engagement, and environmental stewardship—grounded in her commitment to intergenerational learning and Indigenous sovereignty in clean energy.

What’s Your Green Talent Worth? A Guided Tour of Our New Environmental Salary Report
2025-07-29 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Edmonton) | Online
Environmental roles are evolving—and so are compensation expectations. In this webinar, we’ll share key findings from our latest salary guide, giving HR professionals, hiring managers, and industry leaders the data they need to make informed pay decisions. You’ll gain practical strategies for using the guide to support equity, improve retention, and attract top talent. As an additional add-on, you’ll also receive a free one-hour HR consulting session to help apply the insights to your organization.

Speakers:

Geni Peters
Geni Peters is an economist with a Ph.D. in Economics from Texas A&M University. She oversees the management, execution, and delivery of environmental labor market information and national occupational standards projects at ECO Canada. ​
Before joining ECO Canada, Geni applied her knowledge and skills in a wide range of roles and industries. She worked as a lecturer for 14 years, teaching a wide range of economics courses and supervising student research projects at UC San Diego and Penn State University. More recently, she managed labour market research initiatives, including economic modelling and reporting at PetroLMI Division of Energy Safety Canada and conducted economic research and analysis at Brown Economic Consulting.​
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Andrew Janzic
Andrew Janzic is a Human Resources professional with over 10 years of experience in the field. He came to ECO Canada as a Recruiter in the fall of 2022, after starting his career in the post-secondary sector. ​
Professionally, Andrew is passionate about recruitment and onboarding, training and development, and providing workforce solutions to the environmental sector. ​

Cultivating the Future: Leadership and Succession Planning
2025-07-29 13:00 - 17:30 (America/Whitehorse) | Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre, 1171 Front St, Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A0G9, Canada
Join us for an inspiring in-person event dedicated to Succession Planning in the agriculture and agri-food sectors. We will bring together leaders, industry experts, allies and change-makers to share insights, best practices, and innovative strategies for sustainable leadership transitions.
You can expect:

Expert Panel: Hear from senior leaders in the agriculture and agri-food sectors who will share real-world experiences and strategies for effective Succession Planning.

Interactive Workshop: Participate in hands-on sessions offering practical tools and approaches that can be implemented within your organization.

Networking: Opportunity to network with leaders, experts and organizations

Whether you’re early in your career or a senior decision-maker, this event offers valuable insights and tangible takeaways to help shape the future of your organization.
Agenda:
1:00 – 1:15pm: Welcome
1:15 – 2:15pm: Panel Discussion
2:15 – 2:30pm: Break
2:30 – 4:00pm: Succession Planning Workshop
4:00 – 5:30pm: Yukon Sustainability Awards Networking
Speakers:

Rita Koeller, CPHR
Rita is a passionate educator, business leader, skilled facilitator, and human resources expert, deeply committed to developing leadership potential and improving organizational performance. With a strong focus on practical impact, Rita specializes in designing and delivering tailored training programs that empower professionals to excel in key areas such as HR strategy, leadership development, communications, employee engagement and service excellence.

Eileen Melnychuk
Eileen originally joined the HUB as a board member in 2019. Having spent 16 years working and volunteering with local community organizations, she brings a wealth of knowledge about the challenges and successes of the Yukon’s non-profit community.
As a long-time volunteer for many agencies including the Past-President and 10-plus year board member for Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre, she brings extensive insight into the largest NPO sector (health/ social services) plus the arts and cultural sectors.
As a born-and-raised Yukoner, she leverages her contacts with First Nations and other potential partners, plus lends her writing expertise to help organizations complete funding applications, plus finding funding opportunities, coordinating fundraising events, and community engagement activities for the Yukon NGO HUB’s Board.
Eileen appreciates how much the Yukon’s critical non-profit sector will benefit from the enhanced training opportunities, interconnection and collaboration offered by the virtual HUB.
Currently, Eileen is a board member with the Yukon Learn Society, and Volunteer Bénévoles Yukon, as well as the Past-President and a board member of the Ukrainian Canadian Association of Yukon. (UCAY). A particular point of pride is her recent trip with three other UCAY members to deliver medication, hospital equipment, and humanitarian aid to Ukraine in the fall of 2024.
Along with our board members, she is leading the organization to launch Yukon’s first virtual training, networking and resources HUB for all Yukon non-profit organizations.
Hanna Fish
Hanna brings four years of Yukon experience and deep prairie roots from her hometown in southern Saskatchewan. Her agricultural journey began on her family’s cow-calf ranch, and led her to earn a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Biotechnology, with a focus in Agribusiness, from the University of Lethbridge.
In Yukon, Hanna has built a diverse and hands-on career—from working as a Livestock Health Technician with the Government of Yukon’s Agriculture Branch, to training as an apprentice welder, and serving part-time as a Project Manager for the Yukon Agricultural Association. In September 2024, she stepped into her current role as Executive Director of the Association, where she plays a key role in advancing agricultural development, enhancing agri-food awareness, strengthening public procurement, and fostering government relations. Hanna is passionate about supporting Yukon’s growing agri-food sector to promote economic growth, food security, and sustainable farming practices.

NECB and Indigenous Infrastructure: Codes, Compliance, and Community
2025-08-22 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Musqueam Cultural Center, 4000 Musqueam Ave, Vancouver, BC, V6N 3S2, Canada
Join ECO Canada for an engaging half-day event that delves into how energy efficiency and building codes intersect with Indigenous-led infrastructure initiatives.
“NECB and Indigenous Infrastructure: Codes, Compliance, and Community” will bring together Indigenous leaders, technical experts, and community voices to connect, share knowledge, and collaborate on how the National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings (NECB) can help shape sustainable, resilient, and culturally relevant infrastructure in Indigenous communities.
Through presentations and open dialogue, the event will explore the benefits of adopting the NECB while addressing the practical challenges of meeting code requirements and ensuring effective enforcement.
Agenda
1:00 PM - 1:20 PM: Check in & Networking
1:30 PM - 1:30 PM: BEAHR Introduction
1:30 PM - 2:35 PM: Panel Session – The Building Lifecycle & Energy Efficiency
2:35 PM - 3:35 PM: Presentation – Tools, Standards & Funding Pathways for Energy-Efficient Buildings
3:35 PM - 4:00 PM: Networking & Closing
Speakers:

Robin Lucidarme
Decarbonization Strategist | Sustainability Advocate | Engineering Professional
Originally from Flanders, Belgium, Robin Lucidarme holds a background in electromechanical engineering and spent 18 years working in the global manufacturing sector. Six and a half years ago, Robin moved to Canada with a clear vision: to bring automation and manufacturing best practices into the building industry to accelerate sustainability efforts.
Today, Robin serves as a Decarbonization Strategist at Sustainable Projects Group (SPG), working closely with property managers, property owners, municipalities, and industrial clients. His mission is to help decarbonize buildings and operations through a structured and actionable approach. This includes delivering energy audits, conducting feasibility studies, and developing comprehensive decarbonization and capital plans to guide clients from strategy to execution.
Robin’s expertise spans energy auditing, building condition assessments, ISO 50001 implementation, capital planning, financing, and securing project incentives. He combines deep technical knowledge with practical experience to drive real-world sustainability outcomes.
In addition to his professional role, Robin is the President of the local chapter of the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE), where he actively promotes knowledge-sharing, professional development, and awareness of sustainability challenges and opportunities within the energy and building sectors.

Marc Trudeau
Marc leads a team of engineers who provide building performance and sustainability services. Projects include whole-building energy and greenhouse gas modelling, passive house, embodied carbon, thermal comfort analysis, and LEED consulting. As a Professional Engineer and Architect, Marc understands the value of multi-disciplinary collaboration in achieving results.

Real Talk, webinar version: Career & Stories
2025-08-26 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Edmonton) | Online
Employee retention isn’t just about perks—it’s about people, purpose, and culture. In this Real Talk: Career & Stories webinar, ECO Canada dives into the real-life strategies that ocean sector leaders are using to retain top talent in a highly competitive field.
Join us for a candid conversation with Sarah Cook, Executive Director of SeaChange Marine Conservation Society, and Phoebe Dray, Director of Operations and HR at Dynamic Ocean Consulting. These leaders will share lessons learned from the field—from hiring pitfalls to the power of soft skills, and from creative onboarding to building strong teams even in remote settings.
What to expect:

Real stories of hiring wins and missteps
How skills-based testing helped improve hiring outcomes
Why soft skills and a willingness to learn can outshine technical rigidity
Ways to foster meaningful connection in remote and hybrid teams
Tips for navigating company transitions and building team alignment
Creative strategies like rotating fieldwork and social committees to boost engagement

Whether you’re an HR professional, a team leader, or early in your career, this webinar will give you insight into what it takes to build—and keep—teams that thrive in the ocean sector.
Come for the stories, stay for the strategies.
Meet the Speakers:

Sarah Cook
Sarah is a Registered Professional Biologist with a passion for coastal habitat mapping, marine conservation, and restoration of nearshore communities. Sarah is currently the Executive Director of SeaChange Marine Conservation Society a move she made in 2023 after over 20 years in the environmental consulting sector. Sarah has imaged over 15,000 km of shoreline in BC, Alaska, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick from a helicopter with the ShoreZone program and still loves seeing new parts of the coastline and poking around in tidepools.

Phoebe Dray
Phoebe is a qualified award winning Certified Practising Accountant (Australia) with over 20 years experience in the accounting industry. Phoebe started her career working with her father in their boutique public practice accounting firm on the Gold Coast, Australia. Working with 100s of small business owners and individual clients providing both business and taxation advice. Phoebe implemented strategy, systems, and business improvements to grow the business for sale in early 2015. Phoebe has since worked in both the public practice and corporate accounting sectors and most recently has established a business consulting agency focusing on business management and financial advice.
Phoebe, in early 2023, relocated with her family to Vancouver, Canada for a new life experience.
Phoebe joined the Dynamic Ocean Consulting team in April 2023, and brought her diverse background in business, accounting, management and leadership skills to the fast-paced environmental consulting firm. Since being with Dynamic Ocean, Phoebe has transitioned from her role as Senior Accountant to Director of Operations and HR. She supports the company with business development opportunities, HR administration and management, operational functions and business management.
Phoebe enjoys the fast paced environment of Dynamic Ocean and the opportunity to support a small business that is doing great work in BC and Nunavut.

Ocean Alliance Canada Conference & Consortium
2025-09-03 - 2025-09-04 | The Westin Nova Scotian, 1181 Hollis Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H296, Canada
Join national ocean leaders in Halifax for two days of hands-on learning, in-depth discussion, and cross-sector connection focused on building the future of Canada’s ocean workforce. Explore real-world applications of AI, equity, and governance, while engaging with professionals from industry, government, academia, and community to shape a more inclusive and resilient blue economy.

Environmental Professionals Meetup: Halifax, NS
2025-09-04 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | The Westin Nova Scotian, 1181 Hollis Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H296, Canada
Join ECO Canada at the free Environmental Professional Networking Event on September 4, 2025 at The Westin Nova Scotian!
This is an event to bring together ECO Canada’s network of Environmental Professionals to connect in Halifax for a fun, social, networking event. There are no requirements to attend this free event other than a love of connecting with others. Join us to get to know some fellow Environmental Professionals in the area, while enjoying a great venue, food and networking. Please register so that we know how many people will be attending this unique event.
Who is this for?
Environmental professionals in Halifax
Details
Food is complimentary, but you will have to pay for your own alcoholic beverages. Feel free to bring a non-EP® guest at a fee of $10.00.

Deconstructing Unconscious Bias: Understanding and Minimizing Hidden Barriers
2025-09-09 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Edmonton) | Online
Various forms of unconscious bias, and how this thinking comes to life through unintentional processes and practices, hinder opportunities for many people and limit organizational success.
Join Dr. Melanie Peacock for this interactive session where different types of unconscious bias will be reviewed. This information will allow participants to better understand their own preconceived ideas, both personally and professionally.
Actionable methods to lessen biases, and therefore create more dynamic and inclusive environments, will also be explored. Participants will leave with new understanding and practical ways to implement beneficial changes.

Speaker:

Melanie Peacock PhD, MBA, FCPHR, SHRM-SCP
Dr. Melanie Peacock, of Double M Training and Consulting, has over 30 years of Human Resources Management expertise, excelling in roles as a senior manager, independent consultant, author, and educator. As a retired University professor, she remains dedicated to engaging with others to share information, thereby enabling people to embrace lifelong learning opportunities. In addition to authoring numerous text books, Melanie has published her first work of fiction, HR Can Be Murder.
Recognized for her outstanding contributions, she received HRD’s 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award at the Canadian HR Awards. Additionally, CPHR Alberta has honored her with the Fellowship designation and Distinguished Career Award. Melanie was the recipient of the inaugural Mount Royal Faculty Association Teaching Excellence Award as well as a Professional Achievement Alumni Award from Western University.
Melanie has led the way as the first woman of color in different leadership roles and is committed to illuminating pathways for more dynamic and inclusive opportunities for members of marginalized groups. Her multifaceted career showcases a commitment to excellence and continuous impact that illuminates and elevates prospects for others

Programme de formation à la gestion des GES (gaz à effet de serre)
2025-09-10 13:00 - 17:00 (America/Edmonton) | Maison du développement durable, 50 Saint-Catherine St W, Montreal, QC, H2X 3V4, Canada
Participez à une formation pratique de 3 heures organisée par ECO Canada à Montréal. Animée par un expert en la matière, cette séance portera sur le calcul des émissions de gaz à effet de serre (GES), incluant les portées 1, 2 et 3. Les participants acquerront des compétences concrètes en suivi et déclaration des émissions pour soutenir leurs objectifs ESG. Le programme couvre les calculs d’émissions, la définition de cibles et les stratégies de décarbonation.
Ordre du jour

13 h 00 – 13 h 15 : Accueil et réseautage
13 h 15 – 14 h 45 : Formation sur les GES
14 h 45 – 15 h 00 : Pause
15 h 00 – 16 h 30 : Poursuite de la formation
16 h 30 – 17 h 00 : Réseautage et clôture

Votre formateur

Pascal Geneviève, M.Sc.
Pascal Geneviève, M.Sc. est cofondateur de CCG. Depuis 15 ans, il met sa passion au profit des organisations pour les accompagner à relever le défi posé par la crise climatique. Il possède une expertise approfondie dans la lutte aux changements climatiques, autant dans la mise en place de stratégies bas-carbone que dans le développement de la résilience et l’adaptation. Pascal intervient régulièrement pour donner des conférences à un public de professionnels sur des sujets touchant au dérèglement climatique, à la transition bas carbone et à l’adaptation aux changements climatiques. Par le passé, M. Geneviève a donné plus de 40 formations à plus de 700 participants.
M. Geneviève est titulaire d’une maîtrise en génie mécanique de l’Université d’Illinois à Urbana-Champaign,
ainsi que d’un diplôme d’ingénieur de l’École des Mines en France.
