From Data to Decisions: MRV for Greenhouse Gas Emissions
2026-01-23 12:30 - 16:30 (America/Vancouver) | BCIT, 3700 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby, BC, V5G 3H2, Canada
Join ECO Canada this training program is designed to build knowledge and practical skills in the measurement, reporting, and verification (MRV) of greenhouse gas emissions. Participants will gain an understanding of international MRV frameworks, sector-specific applications, and compliance requirements under national and global regulations. The course will also cover tools, methodologies, and best practices to support effective MRVimplementation.
Spots are limited, so secure your place now to enhance your professional credentials and contribute to a low-carbon future by registering for the MRV Training Program!

Why attend:

Practical skills in MRV for GHG emissions
Expert instructors with industry knowledge
Networking opportunities with peers in the field
Certificate of participation
Comprehensive curriculum covering measurement, reporting & verification of GHGs
Focus on sustainability and contributing to a low-carbon future

Speaker:

Nelson Lee, MASc., P.Eng., CCP®,Founder, Green Sky Sustainability Consulting Inc.
Nelson Lee, MASc., P.Eng., CCP®, is the founder of Green Sky Sustainability Consulting Inc., a firm dedicated to enabling climate action, empowering people, and building a better world for all. With over 40 years of global experience in industrial and environmental sectors, Nelson brings deep expertise in greenhouse gas (GHG) quantification, verification, and climate change risk and resilience strategies.He advises corporations and governments on advancing sustainability and improving environmental, health, and safety (EHS) performance. Nelson also represents Canada in developing ISO standardsfor climate change adaptation and mitigation—an effort he has contributed to for more than a decade. As an engaged educator and speaker, Nelson shares his practical insights through workshops and courses, including two recent sessions for EcoCanada (February 2025). He is an active volunteer with Engineers & Geoscientists BC (EGBC) and serves on its Climate Change and Sustainability Advisory Group (CCSAG). Nelson is a licensed professional engineer in British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan.

SBEP Designation – Your Questions Answered
2026-01-28 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | Online
This webinar has been canceled, to watch a recorded version of this webinar, click here!

Are you curious about ECO Canada’s Sustainable Blue Economy Professional (SBEP) Designation and how it can support your career or organization? Join us for a live FAQ Info Webinar, where we’ll walk through everything you need to know about the designation process, benefits, and next steps.

This interactive session will cover:

What the SBEP Designation is and who it’s for
How the application process works
Key requirements and assessment criteria
Benefits for professionals, employers, and the ocean sector
Upcoming timelines and opportunities to get involved

You’ll also have the opportunity to ask your own questions directly to the ECO Canada team and hear answers to the most common questions we’ve received from applicants, employers, and stakeholders. Whether you’re an early-career professional, a mid-career practitioner, or an employer looking to strengthen your workforce, this session will help you understand how the SBEP Designation can recognize skills, validate experience, and open new opportunities in Canada’s growing blue economy.
Speakers

Elizabeth Getty
Director of Certification

Krysti Urbancic
Blue Economy Project Manager

Equity in Action: Building Inclusive Workplaces from the Ground Up (Part 2)
2026-02-03 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Edmonton) | Online
This webinar series will explore how to break down systemic barriers and foster inclusive, respectful, and high-performing environments for underrepresented groups. Through practical guidance and interactive dialogue, participants will learn how to lead equitably across organizational levels, embed foundational DEI principles into daily work, and give and receive feedback in a way that supports growth and inclusion. Whether you’re new to these conversations or looking to deepen your practice, this series offers tangible steps for making equity real in the workplace.

Session Topic: Giving and Receiving Feedback
This topic will explore how to give and receive feedback in ways that promote equity, psychological safety, and continuous learning. Participants will learn practical strategies for delivering clear, respectful, and identity-aware feedback, while also strengthening their ability to receive feedback with openness and intention. Common barriers such as bias, power dynamics and feedback avoidance will also be addressed and discussed by offering tools to navigate these challenges with confidence.

Speakers

Susan Power
Founder and CEO of PowerUp Leadership
Susan Power is the Founder and CEO of PowerUp Leadership, a leadership development and facilitation firm based in Halifax, Nova Scotia. She specializes in building leadership capability and organizational effectiveness through dynamic facilitation and strategic talent development. Her work supports teams and leaders in aligning people strategy with business outcomes. With over 20 years of experience, Susan combines deep expertise in facilitation, leadership development, and HR strategy. She began her career with top-tier consulting firms and later held executive HR roles before returning to entrepreneurship.
Susan works extensively with C-Suite executives, successor candidates, entrepreneurs, and women in leadership. Her strengths include facilitating strategic planning, leadership retreats, team effectiveness sessions, and programs that enhance executive presence, communication, and collaboration. She brings a grounded, real-world perspective shaped by experience in both corporate and entrepreneurial environments.

Layan Jasser
Project Coordinator at PowerUp Leadership
Layan Jasser is a Project Coordinator at PowerUp Leadership, where she helps organizations elevate employee engagement and build strong leadership pipelines. With a passion for people development, Layan brings both creativity and strategic insight to her work, supporting a wide range of leadership programs, coaching initiatives, and team development sessions. Her focus is always on delivering inclusive, high-impact experiences that resonate with diverse audiences.
Layan’s professional journey includes meaningful work in both the nonprofit and private sectors, where she has contributed to projects centered around leadership development, organizational culture, and community impact. Beyond her work at PowerUp Leadership, Layan continues to give back to her community through volunteer efforts and seeks out opportunities that align with her values of equity, growth, and collaboration. She is deeply committed to creating spaces where individuals feel heard, supported, and empowered to lead authentically.

Future Ready SMEs: Advancing Low-Carbon Pathways Winnipeg
2026-02-05 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Winnipeg) | University of Manitoba GSA Lounge, Address UMSU University Centre, 2nd Floor, Winnipeg, MB, R3T2N2, Canada
Connect. Learn. Grow.
Join us for an exclusive in-person evening designed to spark meaningful conversations and powerful connections in advancing low carbon pathways for your business or community!
This dynamic event brings together small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), Indigenous-led organizations, and equity-deserving groups for an engaging one-hour panel discussion featuring industry experts who are shaping the pathways to decarbonization.
Gain practical insights, hear diverse perspectives, and then continue the conversation at a curated networking reception.
Whether you’re looking to begin or better understand how your business can participate in reducing your emissions, this event offers a unique space to connect with industry experts, gain practical steps and examples on pathways to Net zero.
Why attend?

Hear directly from experts driving change in sustainability and emissions reduction
Discover collaboration, available resources and build authentic relationships with SMEs, Indigenous-led organizations, and equity-deserving groups in an inclusive, in-person setting.

Be part of the conversation!
Agenda:
Speakers:

Joby Moffat
Project Manager @ Standard Carbon

Lila Asher
Business Sustainability Manager @ Green Economy Canada

Joseph Edgar Ndawula
ESG Specialist IVC Vita Health Products Inc.

Future Ready SMEs: Advancing Low-Carbon Pathways Calgary
2026-02-18 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Edmonton) | The Westin Calgary, 320 4 Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2P 2S6, Canada
Connect. Learn. Grow.
Join us for an exclusive in-person evening designed to spark meaningful conversations and powerful connections in advancing low carbon pathways for your business or community!
This dynamic event brings together small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), Indigenous-led organizations, and equity-deserving groups for an engaging one-hour panel discussion featuring industry experts who are shaping the pathways to decarbonization.
Gain practical insights, hear diverse perspectives, and then continue the conversation at a curated networking reception.
Whether you’re looking to begin or better understand how your business can participate in reducing your emissions, this event offers a unique space to connect with industry experts, gain practical steps and examples on pathways to Net zero.
Why attend?

Hear directly from experts driving change in sustainability and emissions reduction
Discover collaboration, available resources and build authentic relationships with SMEs, Indigenous-led organizations, and equity-deserving groups in an inclusive, in-person setting.

Be part of the conversation!
Agenda:
5:00 PM – 5:10 PM | Welcome & Introductions
5:10 PM – 6:00 PM | Panel Discussion – “Empowering Canadian sectors and communities to adopt low-carbon technologies and reduce GHG emissions”
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Networking Reception & Refreshments
Speaker:

Antonio Monisit
Principal Consultant (Climate & Solutions) at Anthesis
Antonio is a Principal Consultant with Anthesis and brings over a decade of experience in greenhouse gas (GHG) quantification and reporting, corporate sustainability reporting, and climate strategy development. He leads the delivery of technical GHG projects across a range of sectors, including heavy industry, travel and tourism, consumer goods, and specialized agriculture and biotechnology. He is currently based in Calgary, Alberta, supporting clients across North America and internationally.
Prior to joining Anthesis, Antonio contributed to the Philippine National GHG Inventory, with a focus on the Industrial Processes and Product Use (IPPU) sector. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering and engaged in further post-graduate program in Environmental Studies, both from the University of the Philippines. Antonio brings a practical, data-driven approach to climate action, combining technical expertise with a real-world understanding of emissions reduction and reporting.

Zitin Munshi
Senior Consultant – ESG at KPMG
Zitin is a Senior Consultant in the Infrastructure, Capital Projects and Sustainability team at KPMG. She brings 12+ years of global experience in working on sustainability advisory projects with a focus on sustainability reporting, materiality assessments, and sustainability framework building. She has delivered a variety of projects with clients in the sectors of aviation, power & utilities, energy, mining, and the government.
Prior to joining KPMG in Canada, Zitin has worked on sustainability reporting, stakeholder engagement and youth livelihood projects in India and Botswana (Africa). She has her own podcast – “Sustainability, Simplified!” where she has finished hosting Season 1 with 35+ Indian SMEs on their take about building sustainable businesses and looks forward to launching Season 2 soon! She holds a Master of Science in Development Economics from the SOAS, University of London, United Kingdom.
Azhar Uddin
Senior Specialist, Product Life Cycle Assessment at Nutrien

ECO IMPACT 2026
2026-02-19 - 2026-02-20 | The Westin Calgary, 320 4 Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2P 2S6, Canada
ECO IMPACT brings together thought leaders, educators, innovators, and emerging professionals to explore the future of green careers.
Through dynamic learning sessions and an elegant awards gala, ECO IMPACT creates space for cross-sector dialogue, career development, and celebration of excellence in the environmental sector.

2 Days of Programming
12 Learning Sessions
10 Prestige Awards
300+ Attendees

Favoriser l’équité des genres : approches efficaces pour attirer et retenir les talents
2026-02-24 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Toronto) | Online
Les femmes continuent de faire face à des défis uniques dans les secteurs de l’agriculture et de l’agroalimentaire, particulièrement au Québec et au Nouveau-Brunswick. Cet atelier virtuel de 90
minutes (Zoom) est conçu pour aider les responsables RH et les gestionnaires à mieux comprendre ces enjeux et à poser des actions concrètes pour recruter, retenir et soutenir les talents féminins. Grâce à des échanges entre pairs et des conseils d’experts, les participants prendront conscience des barrières systémiques et culturelles, partageront des pratiques exemplaires et développeront des stratégies concrètes. Joignez-vous à nous pour cette session interactive avec des exemples propres au secteur, des discussions en petits groupes et des exercices pratiques le 24 février à 10:00 am EST.

Autres dates de session:

Janvier 20th: Favoriser l’inclusion et la rétention par des rétroactions efficaces
Mars 17th: Préparer l’avenir – planification de la relève pour des milieux agroalimentaires inclusifs

Conférencière:

Corinne Adam
Founder and President, Corinne Adam Coaching and Consulting Services Inc
Corinne works with senior women leaders in mission-driven organizations or roles who feel called to evolve into a deeper, fuller version of themselves. Her coaching philosophy is rooted in three decades of frontline experience: she spent 30 years working at the intersection of people, systems, and change in Corporate Responsibility/Sustainability and Humanitarian Assistance, partnering with corporations and
not-for-profit organizations across the globe. (link to LinkedIn profile) Her path took her from public relations through international communications in conflict zones, to labor auditing across global supply chains, to leading sustainability as a VP for a publicly
traded Canadian company, and finally to launching her own consultancy—a journey across 12 countries that deepened her conviction that lasting change requires turning inward. That work taught her something fundamental: impact starts from within. When people are
seen, heard, and supported, they become architects of change—reshaping themselves first, then their organizations, communities, and the world around them. This insight led her to coaching. She saw that when people are aligned with their values, aware
of their patterns, and supported with care, they can lead themselves and others with greater clarity, confidence, and compassion.
Corinne has woven together training in Non-Violent Communication, Mindfulness, Appreciative Inquiry, Collective Trauma, and Integral Transformative Practice® to create her own distinctive approach. She is a certified Integral Associate Coach™ and member of the International Coaching Federation, as well as a trained Positive Intelligence Coach™, bringing evidence-based mental fitness to complement her Integral Coaching expertise. Corinne coaches in both French and English

Future Ready SMEs: Advancing Low-Carbon Pathways Burnaby
2026-02-26 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Winnipeg) | BCIT, 3700 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby, BC, V5G 3H2, Canada
Connect. Learn. Grow.
Join us for an exclusive in-person evening designed to spark meaningful conversations and powerful connections in advancing low carbon pathways for your business or community!
This dynamic event brings together small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), Indigenous-led organizations, and equity-deserving groups for an engaging one-hour panel discussion featuring industry experts who are shaping the pathways to decarbonization.
Gain practical insights, hear diverse perspectives, and then continue the conversation at a curated networking reception.
Whether you’re looking to begin or better understand how your business can participate in reducing your emissions, this event offers a unique space to connect with industry experts, gain practical steps and examples on pathways to Net zero.
Why attend?

Hear directly from experts driving change in sustainability and emissions reduction
Discover collaboration, available resources and build authentic relationships with SMEs, Indigenous-led organizations, and equity-deserving groups in an inclusive, in-person setting.

Be part of the conversation!
Agenda:
Agenda:
5:00 PM – 5:10 PM | Welcome & Introductions
5:10 PM – 6:00 PM | Panel Discussion – “Pathways to Net Zero: Empowering SMEs and Indigenous Communities”
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Networking Reception & Refreshments
Speakers:

Michelle Lee
BC Housing Manager, Energy & Sustainability

Issa Moises Hassan Martinez
Green Sky Sustainability, VP of Consulting

Andre Felicio
Pattison Food Group ESG Manager

Environmental Professionals Meetup: Edmonton, AB
2026-03-05 18:30 - 21:30 (America/Edmonton) | Holiday Inn Conference Center Edmonton South, 4485 Gateway Blvd, Edmonton, AB, T6H 5C3, Canada
Join ECO Canada at the free Environmental Professional Networking Event on March 5th at Holiday Inn Conference Center Edmonton South!
This is an event to bring together ECO Canada’s network of Environmental Professionals to connect in Edmonton 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 Edmonton.
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.

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Building Confidence and Authenticity at Work
2026-03-10 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Toronto) | Online
What if you could feel confident and authentic every day at work? Despite past successes, do you still have an underlying fear that you’re not quite good enough? Do you find yourself lost in the trap of comparing yourself to others? Are you feeling stuck in your career progression? If you do, you may have Imposter Syndrome (as over 70% of all working women do!).
Join ECO Canada and The Expansive Woman Project for this 60-minute training session, where you will learn to understand the root causes of your Imposter Syndrome and break the pattern of self-doubt and sabotage that has been holding you back so you can become the fullest expression of your powerful, expansive self.
Let’s come together, uplift one another, and embrace what makes each of us unique. When women support women, we rise higher—and we create stronger communities, more inclusive workplaces, and real, lasting change.

Speaker:

Judy Sims
Founder of The Expansive Woman Project

Judy Sims is a pioneering leadership trainer and much sought-after coach. In past lives, she was co-founder and CEO of tech start-up Shopcaster, Vice President of Digital Media at the Toronto Star, digital advisory board member at the Postmedia Network, and Founding Publisher of the magazine Weekly Scoop.
In her current life, Judy is the author of the book The Unstuck Leader, and creator of the Expansive Leadership coaching philosophy. In her role as founder of The Expansive Woman Project, she helps women build confidence, gain clarity, and take charge of their careers. An expansive leader is grounded in solid core values and purpose, yet open to new ideas, people, and situations. From here, she’s able to reach new heights of achievement, growth, and contribution.
Judy’s mission is to change the world, one expansive leader at a time.

Environmental Professionals Meetup: Mississauga and Milton
2026-03-12 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Edmonton) | Taps Public House, 6570 Meadowvale Town Centre Cir, Mississauga, Alberta, L5N 4B7, Canada
Join ECO Canada at the free Environmental Professional Networking Event on March 12th at Taps Public House!
This is an event to bring together ECO Canada’s network of Environmental Professionals to connect in Mississauga and Milton 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 Mississauga and Milton.
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.

Thriving, Not Just Surviving: The Power of Not Doing It Alone
2026-03-16 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Edmonton) | Online
You may be outstanding in your field but you don’t need to be there on your own. Through questions posed by Hina and personal stories, Courtney will share how building a support system has allowed her to focus on her area of expertise within her farm and allows her to have a greater impact. She also provides ideas of how you can implement similar systems so you can have more impact in your business.
Speakers:

Courtney Stevens
Born and raised in Newcastle, Courtney is currently a co-owner of Wilmot Orchards along with her two business partners. Today the farm is comprised of approximately 150 acres of orchard and 35 acres of Pick-Your-Own blueberries. Courtney attended the University of Guelph receiving her Bachelor of Arts degree in 2010 and, in 2012 received a diploma in Photography from Fanshawe College. As the CCO, Courtney is responsible for the marketing of the blueberries, hiring and training of the staff, customer service, social media, product development, branding and organizing events.

Hina Khan
Hina Khan is the Go-To Peak Performance Mindset Coach for CEOs, executives and entrepreneurs. As a former psychotherapist who combines her study of the human mind with spirituality, Hina has over two decades of experience working with thousands of people globally. Hina is on a mission to change lives. She helps her clients create a life they love through ease, joy, and fun. Through Hina’s signature Amplify YOU coaching framework, her clients have made their annual income their monthly income, deepened their relationships, moved into dream homes, landed dream jobs, started successful businesses, and so much more. Hina is a sought-after expert for national TV shows, magazines, keynotes, and podcasts. She is also the best-selling author of A Return to You and the host of the Possibilities with Hina Khan podcast.

Préparer l’avenir : planification de la relève pour des milieux agroalimentaires inclusifs
2026-03-17 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Toronto) | Online
La planification de la relève est essentielle à la durabilité à long terme des secteurs de l’agriculture et de l’agroalimentaire, où les changements démographiques, les défis liés à la main-d’œuvre rurale et les écarts entre les genres posent des obstacles particuliers.
Cet atelier virtuel de 90 minutes (Zoom) vise à aider les gestionnaires et lesresponsables RH à élaborer des stratégies de relève inclusives et tournées vers l’avenir, adaptées aux réalités régionales. Grâce à des échanges entre pairs et des conseils d’experts, les participants exploreront les défis liés à la relève, les meilleures pratiques et des stratégies concrètes, tout en repartant avec des outils pratiques pour bâtir leur plan de relève. Joignez-vous à nous pour cette session interactive avec des perspectives régionales, des discussions en petits groupes et des outils de planification stratégique.

Conférencière:

Corinne Adam
Founder and President, Corinne Adam Coaching and Consulting Services Inc
Corinne works with senior women leaders in mission-driven organizations or roles who feel called to evolve into a deeper, fuller version of themselves. Her coaching philosophy is rooted in three decades of frontline experience: she spent 30 years working at the intersection of people, systems, and change in Corporate Responsibility/Sustainability and Humanitarian Assistance, partnering with corporations and
not-for-profit organizations across the globe. Her path took her from public relations through international communications in conflict zones, to labor auditing across global supply chains, to leading sustainability as a VP for a publicly
traded Canadian company, and finally to launching her own consultancy—a journey across 12 countries that deepened her conviction that lasting change requires turning inward. That work taught her something fundamental: impact starts from within. When people are
seen, heard, and supported, they become architects of change—reshaping themselves first, then their organizations, communities, and the world around them. This insight led her to coaching. She saw that when people are aligned with their values, aware
of their patterns, and supported with care, they can lead themselves and others with greater clarity, confidence, and compassion.
Corinne has woven together training in Non-Violent Communication, Mindfulness, Appreciative Inquiry, Collective Trauma, and Integral Transformative Practice® to create her own distinctive approach. She is a certified Integral Associate Coach™ and member of the International Coaching Federation, as well as a trained Positive Intelligence Coach™, bringing evidence-based mental fitness to complement her Integral Coaching expertise. Corinne coaches in both French and English

Climate in Action: Accelerating the Low-Carbon Transition
2026-03-18 08:30 - 16:00 (America/St_Johns) | Holiday Inn St. John’s Conference Centre, 180 Portugal Cove Road, St. Johns, NL, A1B 2N2, Canada
ECO Canada is planning to organize a 1-day event to bring together industry, academia, and policy makers to explore how Canada’s climate priorities, particularly emissions reporting and building efficiency, which can be implemented and accelerated at the local and regional level. With a mix of technical workshops and dynamic panel discussions, the event will foster collaborationacross sectors and empower participants with tools, knowledge, and networks.

Key Focus Areas:

Emissions tracking, accountability, and regulatory compliance
Adoption of the National Energy Code for Buildings (NECB)
Aligning community and industry actions with Canada’s 2030 and 2050 climate targets

Space is limited, register early to secure your spot. Once we reach capacity you will be placed on a wait list and notified if a space becomes available
Agenda: 8:30 – 9:00am Check-in and Networking9:00 – 9:15am Welcome9:15 – 10:15am Panel Session: The Implementation Imperative: Turning Climate Commitments into Action10:15 – 10:30 am Networking Break10:30 – Noon Workshop: GHG Management – Decarbonization strategies for Ocean, Manufacturing sectorsNoon – 1 pm Lunch1 – 1:30 pm ECO Canada’s EP GHG designation1:30 – 2:30 pm Panel Discussion: “Building with Integrity: NECB Adoption, Compliance, and Climate Action in Indigenous Communities”2:30 – 2:45 pm Break2:45 – 4:15 pm Workshop: “Building with Purpose: Understanding NECB for Indigenous Housing and Infrastructure”4:15 – 4:30pm Closing and Networking

Panel Session: The Implementation Imperative: Turning Climate Commitments into Action

Carolann Harding
Carolann Harding ICD.D, is the CEO of SmartICE, a dynamic leader of an award-winning diverse coast to coast to coast team focusing on meeting SmartICE’s social enterprise mandate by working collaboratively with Indigenous communities to co-design projects that focuses on climate change adaptation tools that integrate Indigenous and local knowledge of ice with advanced data acquisition, remote monitoring and satellite mapping for ice travel safety.  SmartICE community based services provide invaluable, data-driven insights into ice thickness and local ice travel conditions, in near real-time. Canadian Geographic has named SmartICE #1 of 20 Canadian Innovations to watch. Carolann is an experienced and engaged Board Director with varied experience including food security, education, good governance, film and defense. Atlantic Business Magazine, named Carolann as one of Atlantic Canada’s 25 most Powerful Women in Business (2021) and a Top 50 CEOs (2024 and 2025).

Georgina White
Georgina White is an educator and academic leader with extensive experience in marine and environmental science, sustainability, and workforce development. Her professional background spans microbiology and chemistry laboratories, oil spill response, fisheries research, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS), where she has contributed to projects related to emerging species, sustainable fisheries, and coastal resource assessment. Georgina currently serves as Assistant Head at the School of Ocean Technology at the Marine Institute of Memorial University, where she supports program quality, industry engagement, and applied learning. She holds degrees in Environmental Science and Post-Secondary Education from Memorial University and has been a proud member of the Canadian Armed Forces Reserve since 2001. Georgina believes education is a lifelong pursuit and is committed to preparing the next generation of environmental and ocean technology professional.

Laura Barron
Laura Barron joined the econext team as Chief Executive Officer in August 2025. Based in Newfoundland and Labrador, on the east coast of Canada, econext is a not-for-profit association that works with businesses, communities, researchers and governments to solve environmental challenges and grow the green economy. For more than 30 years, econext has been Newfoundland and Labrador’s leading voice on the green economy, working on behalf of 200 members across many sectors to support environmentally sustainable economic development. Laura has a Master of Public Relations from Mount Saint Vincent University, a Master of Arts and Bachelor of Arts from Memorial University, a post-graduate certificate in Strategic Public Relations from University of Toronto, and a certificate in Leading People and Teams from the University of Michigan. In 2018, Laura was certified as a strategic communications management professional (SCMP) through the Global Communication Certification Council (GCCC) and the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC).

Panelists: Building with Integrity: NECB Adoption, Compliance, and Climate Action in Indigenous Communities

Collen Paul
Colleen Paul is the Central Vice Chief of Qalipu First Nation, representing Mi’kmaq communities across central Newfoundland. With over a decade of experience in Indigenous governance, workforce development, and community advocacy, she brings a strong focus on accountability, partnership, and culturally grounded leadership. Colleen previously served for more than ten years in Qalipu’s Education and Training Division, supporting post-secondary students and workforce pathways. She is actively engaged in regional economic development, climate and infrastructure discussions, and advancing Indigenous participation in resource and energy projects. A lifelong resident of central Newfoundland, Colleen is deeply rooted in community service and intergovernmental collaboration. Her leadership is guided by Mi’kmaw values of reciprocity, shared responsibility, and Two-Eyed Seeing—bringing together Indigenous knowledge and western policy approaches to support sustainable, resilient communities.

Stanley Oliver
Born and raised in Labrador, Stanley Oliver is an Inuit who is an avid hunter, fisher, and outdoorsman. He has worked in the Labrador and Atlantic region in the Natural Resources industry for more than thirty-five years. Stanley has previously held several senior management and leadership positions with the Nunatsiavut Government, the NunatuKavut Community Council, the Atlantic First Nations Policy Congress, Trades NL (Indigenous Office) and is currently the Manager of the Special Projects Office with the Labrador North Chamber of Commerce. Stanley holds a diploma in Resource Environment Technician Program and Project Management from Memorial University and numerous certificates from the University of Alberta in Indigenous Affairs. In addition to this, Stanley is a certified technician with the NL Association of Engineering Technicians. Stanley’s in-depth knowledge of Indigenous rights is often requested on the local, provincial, and national level. He currently sits on the National Indigenous Advisory Committee for the Canadian Environment Assessment Agency, as well as several provincial and local community and business organizations. Stan’s philosophy is to create and foster positive collaborative partnerships with government and business.

Chief Mise’l Joe

Chief Mise’l Joe was born in Miawpukek on June 4, 1947, into a strong Mi’kmaq family, and has been educated in all the Mi’kmaq ways and traditions. Since 1974, he has been involved in First Nation Politics, and in 1983, he inherited the lifelong roles of Traditional Saqamaw (Chief) and the Newfoundland District Chief for the Mi’kmaq Grand Council. In 1988, he was elected as Administrative Chief for Miawpukek First Nation, a position he held for 35 years. Chief Mise’l Joe has received numerous awards, including an Honorary Doctor of Laws, honoris causa, by Memorial University of Newfoundland & Labrador (2004), the Queen’s Jubilee Medal (2012), the Order of Canada (2018), the Order of Newfoundland and October (2024), and the King Charles Coronation Medal (2025). Chief Joe currently holds the role of Strategic Advisor with Horizon Naval Engineering Services. He resides in Miawpukek First Nation.

Strategies to Write a Successful Grant
2026-03-23 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-03-25 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-03-30 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-04-01 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Edmonton) | Online
Effective grant seeking is about more than filling out an application form. It involves strategic prospect research, detailed project planning, and articulating a compelling case, all while employing efficient tools, processes, and systems. This workshop will teach you how to be successful in this process.
Session Dates:
The workshop will consist of four, 90-minute sessions taking place from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM MT on each of the following dates:

March 23, 2026
March 25, 2026
March 30, 2026
April 1, 2026

This is an instructor-led online course. Using ample tools, reference materials, examples, and strategies for success, over a period of four, 90-minute sessions, this workshop will cover:

Current trends in grant funding
Funder search techniques, tools, and tips
Organizational capacity, creating efficiencies, removing roadblocks
Preparation of key proposal components
Proposal refinement

What’s Included:

4 live virtual interactive sessions with group discussions, learning activities, take-home materials, and additional resources
Opportunities for one-to-one questions and feedback from the course facilitator
Opportunity to network and connect with other industry professionals

This course is ideal for:

Entry to mid-level environmental professionals wanting to learn about grant seeking and developing their skills in project planning for proposal development
Mid-level environmental professionals with some grants experience who want to refresh their knowledge and sharpen their skills

Facilitator: Barbara McMillan
Consultant and Instructor
Barbara McMillan’s extensive experience as a grantor, grantee, and instructor in grantwriting provides a rich backdrop to help individuals and organizations build their capacity in grantseeking and proposal writing. Besides having assessed over 1000 grant applications, she has written many successful proposals, and has taught grantseeking for over 30 years, including the Grant and Proposal Writing Course in BCIT’s Fundraising Management Certificate Program. Barbara holds a BA in Communications from Simon Fraser University and a Master of Management Degree (National Voluntary Sector Leaders) from McGill University. She has over 40 years’ experience working and volunteering with a wide range of community and civil sector organizations locally and globally, including Vancouver Foundation, Community Foundations of Canada, Health Canada’s Health Promotion Directorate, and United Way BC. Barbara’s active interest in environmental issues has included involvement with initiatives and organizations such as the North Shore Rain Garden Project, Cool North Shore, and the Howe Sound Biosphere Region Initiative Society.

Real Talk St. John's: Career, Stories & Networking
2026-03-24 16:00 - 17:30 (America/Halifax) | Holiday Inn St. John’s Conference Centre by IHG, 180 Portugal Cove, St. John's, NL, A1B2N2, Canada
Real talk: Career, Stories, and Networking is an empowering evening designed to bring together professionals (women and men) from the Ocean sector to share authentic career journeys, exchange insights and build meaningful professional connections.Join ECO Canada and Oceans Advance to hear from women who have carved unique paths, to connect with like-minded professionals and open conversation about challenges, growth and success.
Agenda:
4:00 – 4:30 – Check-in and Networking4:30 – 5:00 – Speaker Session 5:00 – 5:30 – Networking
Speaker:

Shelly Petten

Shelly Petten is the Executive Director of Oceans Advance, the ocean technology cluster group in Newfoundland & Labrador, Canada. Shelly joined Oceans Advance in 2023 and brings over 20 years’ experience in the ocean technology sector from both private industry and the public sector to the organization. Prior to joining Oceans Advance, Shelly was a Sales Manager with Kraken Robotics and held previous roles as Marketing & Communications Manager with Kraken as well as with PanGeo Subsea. Throughout her career with industry and as an Economic Development Officer with the government of Newfoundland & Labrador, Shelly has fostered many professional relationships with partners throughout the province, country and the world and she is eager to continue to use those relationships to not only support the growth of the ocean technology sector in Newfoundland & Labrador, but also to position the province as the leader in this sector for technology development and ocean technology capacity.

Environmental Professionals Meetup: St. John's
2026-03-25 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Edmonton) | YellowBelly Brewery, 288 Water St, St. Johns, NL, A1C 5J9, Canada
Join ECO Canada at the free Environmental Professional Networking Event on March 25th at YellowBelly!
This is an event to bring together ECO Canada’s network of Environmental Professionals to connect in St. John’s 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 St. John’s.
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.

Des données aux decisions : processus de MNV pour les émissions de gaz à effet de serre
2026-03-26 13:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | Maison de la Coopération et de l’Économie Solidaire de Québec, 155 Boulevard Charest E, Quebec, QC, G1K 3G6
Participez à la formation offerte par ECO Canada ! Ce programme vise à renforcer vos connaissances et compétences pratiques en matière de mesure, notification et vérification (MNV) des émissions de gaz à effet de serre.
Les participantes développeront une compréhension des cadres internationaux de MNV, des applications sectorielles et des exigences de conformité aux réglementations canadiennes et mondiales. La formation couvrira aussi les outils, méthodologies et bonnes pratiques pour faciliter une mise en œuvre efficace du MNV dans votre organisation.Les places sont limitées, réservez la vôtre dès maintenant pour enrichir vos compétences professionnelles et contribuer à un avenir plus sobre en carbone en vous inscrivant à notre programmede formation MNV !

Conférencier:
Hakim Habani
Project coordinator- ECO Canada
Est coordonnateur de projets au sein des Services professionnels d’ECO Canada, où il œuvre depuis près de deux ans sur le projet IGNITE, ainsi que sur plusieurs initiatives liées à la durabilité et à la réduction des émissions de gaz à effet de serre (GES). Porté par ECO Canada, le projet IGNITE vise à soutenir le développement des compétences, à renforcer les capacités organisationnelles et à favoriser l’adoption de pratiques et de technologies contribuant à une économie canadienne à faible émission de carbone. Dans ce cadre, Hakim joue un rôle clé dans la coordination des activités de formation et de mobilisation des parties prenantes, et a notamment conduit la formation sur la gestion des GES auprès des entreprises partenaires du projet. Titulaire d’un baccalauréat en sciences de la Terre et de l’environnement de l’Université de Lorraine (France), Hakim s’intéresse particulièrement aux approches appliquées de Mesure, Notification et Vérification (MNV) des émissions de GES. Il animera cette formation MNV en français à la ville de Québec, en mettant l’accent sur des notions pratiques, des études de cas et des échanges avec les participant·e·s

Le Tour Vers la carboneutralite des PME
2026-03-26 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Winnipeg) | Maison de la Coopération et de l’Économie Solidaire de Québec, 155 Boulevard Charest E, Quebec, QC, G1K 3G6
Connectez-vous. Apprenez. Évoluez.
Rejoignez-nous pour une soirée exclusive en personne conçue pour susciter des conversations enrichissantes et créer des liens solides afin de promouvoir des solutions à faible émission de carbone pour votre entreprise ou votre communauté !
Cet événement dynamique rassemble des petites et moyennes entreprises (PME), des organisations dirigées par des Autochtones et des groupes méritant l’équité pour une table ronde captivante d’une heure avec des experts du secteur qui façonnent les voies vers la décarbonisation.
Obtenez des informations pratiques, écoutez différents points de vue, puis poursuivez la conversation lors d’une réception de réseautage organisée.
Que vous souhaitiez vous lancer ou mieux comprendre comment votre entreprise peut contribuer à réduire ses émissions, cet événement offre un espace unique pour entrer en contact avec des experts du secteur, obtenir des mesures pratiques et des exemples sur les voies vers le zéro net.
Pourquoi y participer ?
Écoutez directement les experts qui sont à l’origine des changements en matière de durabilité et de réduction des émissions.
Découvrez les possibilités de collaboration, les ressources disponibles et établissez des relations authentiques avec des PME, des organisations dirigées par des Autochtones et des groupes méritant l’équité dans un cadre inclusif et en personne.
Participez à la conversation !

Pascal Geneviève, M.Sc.
Pascal Geneviève, M.Sc. est Président 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.

Environmental Professionals Meetup: Saskatoon, SK
2026-03-30 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Edmonton) | Park Town Hotel, 924 Spadina Crescent East, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 3H5, Canada
Join ECO Canada at the free Environmental Professional Networking Event on March 30th at Park Town Hotel!
This is an event to bring together ECO Canada’s network of Environmental Professionals to connect in Saskatoon 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 Saskatoon.
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.

Become an Employment Programs Host: Hire Environmental Talent with Confidence
2026-04-15 11:00 (America/Edmonton)
Looking to hire environmental talent while reducing staffing costs?
Join ECO Canada for this informational webinar to learn how to become an Employment Programs Host. We’ll cover program eligibility, the application process, funding timelines, and how to successfully hire students and early‑career professionals through funded placements. Employers will leave with a clear roadmap to accessing wage subsidies and building their workforce.

EP® Membership Renewals: All You Need to Know
2026-04-16 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Edmonton)
For all EP®s, EPt®s, and Auditors, this informative session will walk you through everything you need to know to stay on track with your ECO Canada certification requirements.
Participants will receive a step-by-step overview of the annual renewal process, including how and when to pay renewal fees, how to upload professional development (PD) activities to your account, and what to do if you need to catch up on outstanding requirements. Whether you are newly certified or have been certified for years, this session will help clarify common questions and reduce uncertainty around maintaining your designation.
The session will also explore why staying in good standing matters, outlining the professional, career, and credibility benefits that come with maintaining your EP®, EPt®, or Auditor certification. Learn how your certification supports professional recognition, career mobility, and ongoing learning within the environmental and natural resources sectors.
A question-and-answer period at the end will provide an opportunity to ask specific questions, address individual concerns, and connect directly with knowledgeable representatives.

Wildlife Monitoring with Environmental Sensors - Remote Camera & Audio Recording Units
2026-04-20 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Edmonton) | Hybrid
ECO Canada will be delivering a Train-the-Trainer session for a new BEAHR course, “Wildlife Monitoring with Environmental Sensors – Remote Cameras & Audio Recording Units”, developed in partnership with the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) and the Alberta Biodiversity Monitoring Institute. The course focuses on biodiversity monitoring using remote camera and audio recording technologies.
The Wildlife Monitoring Course will be integrated as part of BEAHR Environmental Monitoring Training Program.
The training includes:

Three days of online learning (April 20–22) – 8 hours per day
One day of in-person field training in Edmonton (April 23) – familiarization with the equipment and hands-on practice with field equipment installation.
Transportation from a central location will be provided.

Participants will learn:

Foundations of wildlife monitoring, including Indigenous perspectives, and how remote camera and audio recording unit sensors operate.
Hands-on skills for preparing, setting up, and troubleshooting field equipment.
Techniques for safe and accurate deployment, refresh, retrieval, and documentation
Fundamentals of data management and interpreting monitoring results

Registration
This course is offered at no cost to licensed BEAHR trainers. Other interested trainers are also welcome to participate.
Speaker:

David Evans
Indigenous Partnerships Specialist at Alberta Biodiversity Monitoring Institute (ABMI)
University of Alberta
Special Thanks:
We extend special thanks for the development and initiation of this course to:

Liam Cowan, Wildlife Biologist (Biodiversity), Government of the Northwest Territories | ECC | Wildlife
Vincent Casey, Education and Outreach Coordinator, Environment and Climate Change, Government of the Northwest Territories
David Evans, Indigenous Partnerships Specialist, Alberta Biodiversity Monitoring Institute, University of Alberta
Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC)
Indigenous Advisory Council

EP®(GHG) GHG Designations Open House Q&A: Your Path to Climate Leadership
2026-04-30 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Edmonton) | Online
What if you could accelerate your career in climate action with the right credentials and guidance?
Are you interested in building or advancing a career in greenhouse gas (GHG) management? Do you have questions about the process, eligibility, or how the EP®(GHG) or EPt(GHG) designations can support your professional growth?
Are you unsure which pathway is right for you, or how you can get started?
Join us for this interactive 60-minute Open House Q&A session, where you’ll get direct access to experts and insights on GHG designations.
In this session, we’ll walk you through available designation pathways, explain the value of certification in today’s environmental workforce, and answer your questions live.
Whether you’re just exploring or ready to take the next step, this session will help you move forward with confidence.
What You’ll Learn

An overview of available GHG designations and who they’re for
The benefits of certification in the growing environmental and climate sector
Eligibility requirements and application process
How GHG credentials can support your career progression
Answers to your specific questions during the live Q&A

Why Attend?
GHG expertise is increasingly in demand as organizations work to measure, report, and reduce emissions. Professionals with recognized credentials are better positioned to contribute to climate solutions and stand out in a competitive job market.
This open house is your opportunity to:

Get clarity on your next steps
Connect with program experts
Make informed decisions about your professional development

Who Should Attend

Environmental professionals and practitioners
Students and recent graduates
Sustainability, ESG, and climate-focused professionals
Anyone interested in GHG accounting, reporting, or verification

Speakers

Coleen Mahoney
Certification Coordinator, ECO Canada
Coleen has been with ECO Canada since January 2022, serving as Certification Coordinator. In her role, Coleen supports applicants throughout the certification process, helping them successfully navigate requirements and achieve their designations.
With a background in environmental science and horticulture, Coleen brings valuable expertise to her work. She has extensive experience reviewing applications, applying policies and standards with rigor, and supporting both applicants and certification committees to ensure a fair and effective certification process.

Michael Gillenwater
Executive Director & Dean, GHGMI
Michael Gillenwater co-founded the Greenhouse Gas Management Institute and serves as its Dean and Executive Director. Dr. Gillenwater is a leading expert on climate change and renewable energy, with a specific focus on greenhouse gas (GHG) measurement, reporting, and verification (MRV) issues. He has dedicated his career to developing the policies and infrastructure necessary for producing highly credible environmental information.

Environmental Professionals Meetup: Toronto, ON
2026-04-30 18:30 - 21:30 (America/Edmonton) | Snakes & Lattes Annex, 600 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON, M6G 1K4, Canada
Join ECO Canada at the free Environmental Professional Networking Event on April 30th, at Snakes & Lattes Annex!
This is an event to bring together ECO Canada’s network of Environmental Professionals to connect in Toronto 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 Toronto.
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.

ISO 14001:2026: Key Changes, Transition and Impacts
2026-05-01 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Edmonton)
The release of ISO 14001:2026 marks a significant evolution in environmental management standards, and organizations need to move quickly to stay aligned.
This webinar delivers a clear, practical breakdown of what has changed and what it means for your organization. You will gain insight into updated requirements, including expanded focus on environmental conditions and emerging priorities such as climate change, biodiversity, and ecosystem health. The session also covers key clarifications and alignment with the latest ISO management system framework.
Built for certified organizations, EMS professionals, and auditors, this session goes beyond theory. It outlines the real-world implications for your existing systems, auditing practices, and transition planning so you can act with confidence.
By the end of this webinar, you will know exactly what to review, what to update, and how to begin a smooth transition from ISO 14001:2015 to the 2026 standard.
What you will walk away with:

A concise overview of the most critical updates in ISO 14001:2026
Clear guidance on how the changes impact your EMS and audit approach
Practical next steps to support transition planning and compliance
Confidence to align your organization with evolving environmental expectations

If you have trouble registering please contact events@eco.ca and we will register you manually.

Speaker

Dr. Yogendra Chaudhry (Yogi)
Vice President, Professional Services & ESG, ECO Canada
Dr. Yogendra Chaudhry is a recognized leader in environmental management, ESG, and international standards. With decades of experience across Canada and globally, he has worked with governments, industry, academic institutions, Indigenous partners, and certification bodies to strengthen environmental performance and professional standards.
A long-standing contributor to ISO 14001 since its early development, Yogi brings both strategic perspective and hands-on expertise. He has led complex national and international initiatives and supported organizations in implementing and auditing environmental management systems. His approach bridges technical standards with real-world application, helping organizations translate evolving requirements into actionable results.

ECO Canada and RRU – A Partnership for Environmental Solutions (IELP)
2026-05-06 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Edmonton) | Online
Join us for an engaging webinar hosted by Royal Roads University (RRU) in collaboration with ECO Canada. In this webinar, you’ll delve into the Certificate in Indigenous Environmental Leadership. This Certificate combines the deep-rooted stewardship of your Indigenous culture with practical environmental science and leadership skills. This program fosters a collaborative learning space for emerging and experienced Indigenous leaders, blending traditional knowledge with modern practices to address today’s environmental challenges and shape a sustainable future for your community.

Meet Your Speakers

Rhett Reilkoff
Manager, School of Environment & Sustainability, RRU
Rhett holds a B.Sc. in Land Use and Environmental Studies (University of Saskatchewan)
and an MA in Environment & Management (RRU). With experience in the non-profit sector
and consulting for environmental organizations, he now leads the School of Environment
and Sustainability at Royal Roads University.

Dr. Leslie King
Professor, Program Head, Director – Canadian Center for Environmental Education, RRU
Dr. King has dedicated her career to advancing environmental education and sustainability.
Her expertise spans environmental sciences, Indigenous perspectives, climate change, biodiversity,
governance, and justice. She has held senior academic roles across Canada and the U.S.,
and her research includes projects in climate adaptation, knowledge systems, biodiversity,
and environmental literacy worldwide.
