Green Horizons Roadshow: Halifax
2024-09-24 18:30 - 21:30 (America/Halifax) | The Hollis Halifax – a DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel, 1649 Hollis St, Halifax, NS, B3J 1V8, Canada
Join us in Halifax for a panel on Net-Zero solutions and meet/network with industry representatives, community leaders, academia, and environmental experts as we discuss sustainable solutions and practical approaches to reducing GHG emissions across Canada.
Keynote Speakers:

Nancy Foran, ESG Partners – President & Founder
Joycelyn Swamidoss, LRQA – Lead Verifier

Admission prices vary:
$10 entry fee for non-EP® members
Free for EP® members
Learn more about the Accelerating Net-Zero Project

Certificate in Indigenous Environmental Leadership
2024-09-26 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Vancouver) | NS
Enhance environmental leadership in your nation by combining your unique understanding and experience of your Indigenous culture with practical scientific and leadership practices learned in the program.
Join us on September 26th to learn more about the program and hear from Dr. Leslie King and her colleagues, who will be teaching this program and will lead the conversation and answer your questions.
The online program highlights how Indigenous Environmental Leadership has been critical in the protection of biodiversity across North America despite challenges colonialism has imposed on Indigenous people’s relationship to the land. The program considers various approaches to protect, maintain, and restore ecosystems in communities and territories, as well as new approaches to addressing environmental challenges, including climate change, species loss and land and water degradation.
Register now to ensure you have a spot at this engaging discussion that will help you to make a career-impacting, life-defining decision.

Date: September 26th, 2024
Time: 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. (Pacific time)

Interested in learning more about the program before the webinar? Connect with an enrolment advisor.
We encourage you to register even if you are unable to attend. Everyone who registers will receive a link to the webinar recording. We can’t wait to see you there!
See what the former cohort worked on: “My community gained a new Indigenous environmental leader” | Royal Roads University

Bridging the Gap: Empowering Employers and Job Seekers with Disabilities
2024-09-27 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Edmonton) | Suite 105, Kahanoff Centre, 105 12 Ave SE, Calgary, AB, T2G 1A1, Canada
Are you an employer looking to create a more inclusive workplace? Join us for an informative and engaging Lunch n’ Learn session where we’ll explore the valuable resources available to support job seekers with disabilities and their employers in Calgary.
Date: September 27, 2024
Time: 12 PM – 1 PM
Location: Suite 105, Kahanoff Centre
During this session, attendees will learn about:

Comprehensive support services tailored for job seekers with disabilities.
Best practices for employers to foster an inclusive and accessible work environment.
Success stories and insights from individuals and organizations who have benefited from these resources.

Register today to make your workplace more inclusive and accessible. Lunch will be provided to all registered attendees. If you have any dietary restrictions, please get in touch with us at events@eco.ca.

Bridging the Gap: Empowering Employers and Job Seekers with Disabilities
2024-09-27 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Edmonton) | Suite 105, Kahanoff Centre, 105 12 Ave SE, Calgary, AB, T2G 1A1, Canada
Are you an employer looking to create a more inclusive workplace? Join us for an informative and engaging Lunch n’ Learn session where we’ll explore the valuable resources available to support job seekers with disabilities and their employers in Calgary.
Date: September 27, 2024
Time: 12 PM – 1 PM
Location: Suite 105, Kahanoff Centre
During this session, attendees will learn about:

Comprehensive support services tailored for job seekers with disabilities.
Best practices for employers to foster an inclusive and accessible work environment.
Success stories and insights from individuals and organizations who have benefited from these resources.

Register today to make your workplace more inclusive and accessible. Lunch will be provided to all registered attendees. If you have any dietary restrictions, please get in touch with us at events@staging.eco.ca.

Sustainable Blue Skills Workshop - Halifax
2024-09-27 16:30 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | NS
We are excited to invite you to our upcoming Sustainable Blue Skills Workshop in Halifax. This workshop will provide key insights into the current ocean labour market, including emerging opportunities, skill demands, and the trends shaping the future of the Blue Economy in Canada. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the market dynamics driving the sector, from the growth of sustainable practices to the critical skills required by employers today and in the future.
Additionally, we will introduce ECO Canada’s newest initiative, the Sustainable Blue Economy Professional (SBEP) Designation. Attendees will learn about the programs potential to support career growth at all levels—from early professionals to industry leaders—while having the opportunity to provide feedback on its development, sign up as a beta tester, and receive a full reimbursement of the application fee as a thank you for early participation.
By attending, you will help shape the future of Canada’s blue economy workforce, contributing to the development of a sustainable and resilient labour market.

Funded through FSC

Accreditation: Preparing the Green Workforce of Tomorrow. Experiences of CICan Members
2024-10-09 10:00 - 11:15 (America/Edmonton) | Online
Join CICan and ECO Canada in a dynamic presentation from the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology and Sault College about environmental program accreditation’s positive outcomes and challenges. A French webinar will follow.
Speaker: Lynn Goulding
Professor, School of Natural Environment – Sault College
Bio: Lynn Goulding is a dedicated faculty member at Sault College, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, where she has taught in the areas of environmental science and water resources for nearly 25 years. Lynn is an alumnus of Sault College’s Water Resources Engineering program, and Forestry program and holds a BSc.in Biology from Algoma University. Passionate about protecting water and promoting sustainability, Lynn helps students understand human impacts on vital resources with extensive field and laboratory work. Sault College, which has 5 accredited programs and 3 more in Qualified Candidate Status, recently celebrated one year of accreditation for its School of Natural Environment programs.
Why this topic matter to me?: Students often have a narrow view of employment opportunities in the natural environment field. ECO Canada helps expand their awareness of green careers and provides many student resources. Accreditation has validated the high-quality programming that the School of Natural Environment provides for future environmental professionals.
Speaker: Pablo Pina
Academic Chair, MacPhail School of Energy – SAIT

Bio: With over fifteen years in applied education, Pablo holds a Doctorate from the University of Alberta and has worked in consulting and post-secondary institutions such as the University of Calgary and the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT). As the Academic Chair of Sustainability at SAIT, Pablo leads diploma programs in Chemical Laboratory Technology, Environmental Technology, and Integrated Water Management (the latter two accredited by ECO Canada). His programs emphasize forming proficient talent well-versed in laboratory work, the outdoors, and digital literacy. Passionate about sustainability and talent development, Pablo serves on the Board of Directors at the Bow River Basin Council and the Alberta Council for Environmental Education.
Why this topic matter to me?: Empowering environmental education is both my mandate and passion, given the crucial role of talent development in addressing today’s challenges, such as climate change. Environmental professionals are essential in managing and advancing solutions to these issues. Partnering with organizations like ECO Canada ensures we maintain a national standard of quality in content and delivery, allowing our team and students to integrate into a thriving community of professionals across Canada.

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The Evergreen Conference 2024: Unlocking public spaces for people and planet
2024-10-09 13:00 - 19:00, 2024-10-10 08:30 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | Evergreen Brick Works, 550 Bayview Ave, Toronto, Ontario, M4W 3X8, Canada
Join us on October 9 & 10, 2024, for Evergreen Conference which is Evergreen’s annual national gathering celebrating the power of public spaces. This year’s theme, ‘Unlocking Public Spaces for People and Planet,’ promises a fun two-day experience of placemaking in action.
In addition to hearing from global leaders in urban sustainability and social infrastructure, participants will learn through workshops and experiences, with plenty of room for trail walks and fireside conversations.
We’re pleased to be working with our lead content partner, the Urban Resilience Hub by UN-Habitat’s City Resilience Global Programme, to share how people worldwide use public spaces to create more resilient cities.
Experience two days of dreaming, scheming, and breathing life into ourselves and the future we need. Register Now!

Introduction to National Energy Codes of Canada for Buildings 2020
2024-10-16 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Edmonton) | Online
Sign up now to view this webinar’s recording!
Join us on October 16, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM MT, to discuss how The National Energy Code for Buildings and Tiers of Performance will change the way buildings are built in Canada over the next several years.
This webinar offers an in-depth introduction to the National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings 2020 (NECB 2020), focusing on its role in promoting energy efficiency and sustainability in building practices. The discussion will provide an overview of how the NECB affects the construction and renovation of Part 9 (small) buildings now and in the future.
Designed for Indigenous Associations and Communities, Tribal Councils and Nations, this session aims to raise awareness about the benefits of adopting these codes in community infrastructure projects. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of NECB 2020, its key provisions, and how it can contribute to long-term energy savings, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and enhanced community resilience.
Join us to explore the pathways for integrating these codes into local policies and building practices, ultimately supporting the journey toward sustainable development and energy independence. – sign up to watch the recording!
Speaker: Kim Walton
Designer / Principal at Bow Crow Design

For the last 40+ years, Bow Crow Design has been in the business of designing energy-efficient homes and small buildings from the Alberta Foothills. Using our skills in Energy modelling and employing excellence in building science, we design and manage Passive House, Deep Energy Retrofit and Net Zero projects across Canada. As a Metis-owned business, we have certifications as Passive House Designers and Builders as well as Energy and Net-Zero building advisors.

Environmental Professionals Meetup: Kitchener/Waterloo, ON
2024-10-16 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | The Walper Hotel – JDV by Hyatt, 20 Queen Street South, Kitchener, ON, N2G 1V6, Canada
Join ECO Canada at the free Environmental Professional Networking Event on October 16, 2024, at The Walper Hotel – JDV by Hyatt! This is a fantastic opportunity for ECO Canada’s network of Environmental Professionals to gather in Kitchener/Waterloo, ON for an evening of connection and camaraderie. The only requirement? A passion for meeting new people! Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere, delicious food, and lively conversations with fellow professionals in the environmental sector. Make sure to register so we can prepare for this special event.
Admission prices vary:
$10 entry fee for non-EP® members
Free for EP® members

Environmental Professionals Meetup: Ottawa, ON
2024-10-17 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | Sala San Marco Event & Conference Centre, 215 Preston Street Ottawa, Ottawa, ON, K1R 7R1, Canada
Join ECO Canada at the free Environmental Professional Networking Event on October 17, 2024, at San Marco Event & Conference Centre! This is a fantastic opportunity for ECO Canada’s network of Environmental Professionals to gather in Ottawa, ON for an evening of connection and camaraderie. The only requirement? A passion for meeting new people! Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere, delicious food, and lively conversations with fellow professionals in the environmental sector. Make sure to register so we can prepare for this special event.
Admission prices vary:
$10 entry fee for non-EP® members
Free for EP® members

Green Horizons Roadshow: Montréal
2024-10-17 18:30 - 21:30 (America/Toronto) | Planétarium Rio Tinto Alcan, 4801 Avenue Pierre-De Coubertin, Montréal, QC, H1V 3V4, Canada
Join us in Montréal at Planétarium Rio Tinto Alcan for a panel on Net-Zero solutions and meet/network with industry representatives, community leaders, academia, and environmental experts as we discuss sustainable solutions and practical approaches to reducing GHG emissions across Canada.
Admission prices vary:
$10 entry fee for non-EP® members
Free for EP® members
Speakers

Daniel Jacobs, managing director of Changing Habits Solutions
Micheline Ayoub, executive director de Future Earth Canada
Pascal Geneviève, PDG de Carbon Consult Group

Learn more about the Accelerating Net-Zero Project

Environmental Professionals Meetup: Edmonton, AB
2024-10-22 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | SYC Brewing Co., 11239 180 Street Northwest, Edmonton, AB, T5S 0B4, Canada
Join ECO Canada at the free Environmental Professional Networking Event on October 22, 2024, at SYC Brewing Co.! This is a fantastic opportunity for ECO Canada’s network of Environmental Professionals to gather in Edmonton, AB for an evening of connection and camaraderie. The only requirement? A passion for meeting new people! Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere, delicious food, and lively conversations with fellow professionals in the environmental sector. Make sure to register so we can prepare for this special event.
Admission prices vary:
$10 entry fee for non-EP® members
Free for EP® members

Advancing Your Environmental Career: Insights into the Bachelor's of Environmental Practice (BEP) at RRU
2024-10-23 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Edmonton) | Online
Discover how the Bachelor’s of Environmental Practice (BEP) at Royal Roads University can accelerate your career in the environmental sector.

ECO Canada and RRU will host this webinar on October 23, 2024, from 2 PM to 3 PM MT to provide an in-depth look at the BEP program, designed for working professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge and gain credentials to advance their careers. See how the program’s flexible online learning options and specialized environmental courses align with industry needs. Join us to hear from program experts about how the BEP can equip you with the skills and knowledge to thrive in the rapidly evolving field of environmental practice.

Whether you want to make a career change or further your impact in the field, this webinar will offer valuable insights into how the BEP program can help you reach your professional goals!

Environmental Professionals Meetup: Barrie, ON
2024-10-24 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | Georgian College, The Last Class, 1 Georgian Drive Barrie, Barrie, ON, L4M 3X9, Canada
Join ECO Canada at the free Environmental Professional Networking Event on October 24, 2024, at Georgian College, The Last Class! This is a fantastic opportunity for ECO Canada’s network of Environmental Professionals to gather in Barrie, ON for an evening of connection and camaraderie. The only requirement? A passion for meeting new people! Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere, delicious food, and lively conversations with fellow professionals in the environmental sector. Make sure to register so we can prepare for this special event.
Admission prices vary:
$10 entry fee for non-EP® members
Free for EP® members

Environmental Professionals Meetup: Halifax, NS
2024-10-28 16:00 - 20:00 (America/Sao_Paulo) | The Hollis Halifax – a DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel, 1649 Hollis St, Halifax, NS, B3J 1V8, Canada
Join ECO Canada at the free Environmental Professional Networking Event on October 28, 2024, at The Hollis Halifax! This is a fantastic opportunity for ECO Canada’s network of Environmental Professionals to gather in Halifax, NS for an evening of connection and camaraderie. The only requirement? A passion for meeting new people! Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere, delicious food, and lively conversations with fellow professionals in the environmental sector. Make sure to register so we can prepare for this special event.
Another highlight of this event will be a discussion featuring four inspiring women leaders as part of our Women in Leadership series. This panel will provide valuable insights as each panellist shares her experiences in the ocean, agriculture, and agri-food sectors, detailing their journeys to success. They will also discuss the critical role of women in decision-making positions and the impact of diverse leadership on these industries.
Rosmarie Lohnes, President and CEO of Helping Nature Heal, will facilitate panellists Dr. Sherry Scully, Director of Workforce Development at The PIER at the Seaport, Magali Gregoire, Founder and Executive Director of Back to the Sea Society, and Maxine
Westhead, Director of Marine Affairs Program at Dalhousie University.
Admission prices vary:
$10 entry fee for non-EP® members
Free for EP® members

Energy Efficiency Employment in Canada: Insights from the 2024 Report
2024-11-06 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Edmonton) | Online
Join ECO Canada and Geni Peters on Wed, Nov 6, 2024, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM MT for an exclusive deep dive into the 2024 Energy Efficiency Employment in Canada Report. This webinar will explore the latest trends, data, and insights on Canada’s growing energy efficiency sector, which is playing a pivotal role in the nation’s transition to a low-carbon economy.

Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of employment patterns, workforce challenges, and opportunities for growth within this sector. Learn how businesses, governments, and job seekers can navigate and benefit from this expanding field.
