Dues collection begins this week

Here are a few reminders to consider before paying your dues:

1. Registrants must submit their 2025 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) statement in order to pay registrant dues for 2026. (Please note that you may enter additional CPD information up to midnight December 31, 2025 for the current year.)
2. The email address listed in a registrant’s portal profile is the only email address that the College will use for all email communications. Please ensure this address is up to date. If you want to change this email address, please log in here and change it. The College recommends using a personal email address for all College communications to ensure you do not miss important regulatory information.

Submission of CPD statement for 2025

Registrants must submit their 2025 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) statement in order to pay registrant dues for 2026.

The CPD Program is described in Part 7, Division 2 of the College Bylaws and in Policy 7-100.

Requirements for registrants are set out in the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Standard.

Participation in the CPD Program is mandatory for all practicing and in-training registrants, including those registered as on leave.

• Minimum points/hours: Registrants must complete 100 CPD points of eligible activities over 3 consecutive years (there is a reduced requirement for those registered as on-leave).
• CPD categories: Eligible activities are defined by categories in the CPD Standard.
• Claimable points: Maximum annual claimable points per activity and category are set out in the CPD Standard.
• Indigenous Awareness: Registrants must complete 5 CPD points (hours) of learning about Indigenous Peoples over 3 consecutive years.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): Registrants must complete 5 CPD points (hours) of learning about diversity, equity, and inclusion over 3 consecutive years.
• Annual reporting: Registrants must submit annual records of CPD activities by December 31st of each year in their profile in the College’s registrant portal.

2025 CPD statements may be entered up to and including December 31, 2025.

Complete your CPD statement in the Registrant Portal

Ensuring Compliance with Titles Use and Reserved Practice

The College continues to implement its Reserved Title & Practice Compliance Plan

Proactive research conducted in 2024 and 2025 revealed that approximately 20% of former registrants were still using reserved titles on company websites and LinkedIn, but all infringements were stopped after the College sent notifications. A search of public information – including government directories, company websites, job boards, and social media – for reserved practice compliance found that most stakeholders were aware of the regulations, with a small number requiring additional communication. These stakeholders responded positively, demonstrating a strong understanding of compliance requirements by submitting applications to the College. The College will continue these proactive efforts to ensure compliance, protect reserved titles and practices, and safeguard natural resources.

Regulatory Updates and Other Resource Information

Environmental assessment certificate granted for Ksi Lisims LNG project
From the Government of BC - A BC environmental assessment certificate has been issued for the Ksi Lisims LNG project, following a joint decision by provincial ministers.

Temporary orders protect chinook salmon in Thompson Okanagan
From the Government of BC - As severe drought conditions continue to affect river levels in the Thompson Okanagan region, fish-population protection orders will protect endangered chinook salmon in the Salmon River and Bessette Creek by temporarily restricting water use for forage crops and identified industrial purposes.

People invited to shape the Xwulqw’selu (Koksilah) Water and Watershed Sustainability Plan
From the Government of BC - People are invited to share their input to help guide the development of the Xwulqw’selu (Koksilah) Water and Watershed Sustainability Plan (the Plan) and shape long-term solutions for water supply and ecosystem health.

Wildfire risk will continue into fall
From the Government of BC - People should continue to use caution and take steps to be prepared by staying up to date on current conditions, following fire prohibitions and being Firesmart, as the risk of wildfire is expected to continue into fall.

Recent Canadian heat waves made much more likely by human-caused climate change
From the Government of Canada - Environment and Climate Change Canada is exploring how weather events—like heat waves, floods, and wildfires—are impacted by human-caused climate change.

Transport Canada announces funding to address underwater vessel noise impacts on marine mammals
From the Government of Canada - Indigenous communities share ties to Canada’s coasts that span generations. Through the Quiet Vessel Initiative, the Government of Canada is providing funding to coastal Indigenous communities in southern British Columbia to better understand and reduce underwater vessel noise and protect the marine environment.

smartEarth: Using satellite data to preserve Canada's natural heritage
From the Government of Canada - Satellite Earth observation generates critical data that enables sectors such as agriculture, forestry, and natural resource management to operate more efficiently, plan ahead, and reduce costs – delivering significant economic benefits.

If you are aware of a regulatory update or resource, please let us know. All contributors will be acknowledged.
Resources for registrants: State of Salmon 2025 Report
Resources for registrants: State of Canada's Birds 2024 Report
Resources for registrants: Natural Solutions Initiative Regulatory Mechanisms Toolkit
Resources for registrants: Field Guide for Estimating Carbon Stocks in Wetlands
Resources for registrants: Natural Solutions Initiative Multi-Benefit Indicators Tool, V.1
Resources for registrants: Arctic Grayling: Synthesis Report and Monitoring Framework
Resources for registrants: For Our Future: Indigenous Resilience Report
Resources for registrants: B.C. Flood Strategy
Resources for registrants: Consideration of Climate Change in Mine Reclamation Planning (Ministry of Mining and Critical Methods)
Resources for registrants: Fish-Stream Identification Handbook: Guidance to Support Forestry Stream Classification
Resources for registrants: Invasive Species Strategy for British Columbia (Invasive Species Council of BC)
Resources for registrants:  Professional Practice Notice: Professional Practice Guidelines Related to Riparian Area Assessment
Resources for registrants: Management Plan for the Mountain Crab-eye (Acroscyphus sphaerophoroides) in Canada (CWS)
Resources for registrants: Consultation on Amending the List of Species under the Species at Risk Act: Aquatic Species January 2025
Resources for registrants: Species at Risk Act (SARA) Section 11 Conservation Agreements for the Conservation of the Southern Mountain Caribou
Resources for Registrants: Minister Response: COSEWIC species at risk assessments - January 2025
Resources for Registrants: Management Plan for the Cassin’s Auklet (Ptychoramphus aleuticus) in Canada
Resources for Registrants: 2025 BC Environment Industry Guide
Resources for Registrants: Recovery Strategy for the Gypsy Cuckoo Bumble Bee (Bombus bohemicus) in Canada (Final)
Resources for Registrants: Amended Recovery Strategy for the Spotted Owl caurina subspecies (Strix occidentalis caurina) in Canada (Final)
Resources for Registrants: Progress Report on Steps Taken for Protecton of Critical Habitat for Species at Risk in Canada (October 2024 - March 2025)
Resources for Registrants: COSEWIC List of wildlife species assessed (including October 2024)
Resources for Registrants: Report on the Progress of Recovery Strategy Implementation for the Western Brook Lamprey – Morrison Creek Population (Lampetra richardsoni) in Canada (Aug. 5, 2025)
Resources for Registrants: Wetland Plants of British Columbia, v.3 (free download)

Events and Notices

This feature highlights notices from the Events Calendar on the College website. Please let us know about events here. All contributors will be acknowledged by name. Please put 'Upcoming Event' in the subject line. 

Courses listed below do not imply endorsement by the College. Refer to the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Standard for information. It is a registrant's responsibility to ensure CPD activities align with the CPD Standard when claiming points.

VIU NATURAL RESOURCES EXTENSION PROGRAM
Various courses ongoing throughout BC and elsewhere.

ENGINEERS & GEOSCIENTISTS BC
Various courses available in person and online.

NATURAL RESOURCES TRAINING GROUP
Various field courses ongoing throughout BC and elsewhere.

NORTHWEST ENVIRONMENTAL TRAINING CENTER
Various field and self-paced courses ongoing throughout the Pacific Northwest and online.

GEOENVIRO PRO TRAINING PROFESSIONALS INC
Various webinars and workshops offered.

THE CORNELL LAB OF ORNITHOLOGY BIRD ACADEMY
Various courses that may meet the College’s Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements.

INDIGENOUS RELATIONS ACADEMY
Various guided and self-guided courses.

NORTHWEST RESPONSE ONLINE TRAINING
Fuel management and spill responses training

COLUMBIA MOUNTAINS INSTITUTE OF APPLIED ECOLOGY
Various in-person field-based courses and data science courses for ecologists.

CR PROFESSIONAL
Courses and workshops on fire ecology and prescribed fire.

RX-310 INTRODUCTION TO FIRE EFFECTS
Ongoing, Online (self-paced)

INDIGENOUS MAPPING FOR STEWARDSHIP AND CULTURAL HERITAGE MANAGEMENT
October 6 -10, Cowichan Valley, BC

FUNDAMENTALS OF BACKPACK ELETROFISHING: IN-PERSON
October 8 - 9, Edmonton, AB

ELECTROFISHING: THEORY, SAFETY AND USES
October 9 - 10, Nanaimo, BC

FUNDAMENTALS OF BACKPACK ELECTROFISHING: IN-PERSON
October 14 - 15, Red Deer, AB

WHAT'S THE FUTURE OF GRASSLANDS AND RANGELANDS IN THE EAST KOOTENAY?
October 16 - 18, Kimberley, BC

FUNDAMENTALS OF BACKPACK ELECTROFISHING: IN-PERSON
October 17 - 18, Cochrane, AB

ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
October 20 - November 21, Deroche, BC

FUNDAMENTALS OF BACKPACK ELECTROFISHING
October 20 - 21, Prince George, BC

ROAD IMPACT WETLAND HEALTH ASSESSMENTS IN NORTHERN BRITISH COLUMBIA
October 21, Online (Webinar presented by Katerina Sofos)

CNAR 2025 CALGARY ACHIEVING REGULATORY EXCELLENCE TOGETHER
October 21 - 22, Calgary, AB

DATA MANIPULATION AND VISUALIZATION IN R
October 21-24, Online

RIPARIAN AREAS PROTECTION REGULATION
October 21 - 25, Online & Nanaimo, BC

RIPARIAN AREAS PROTECTION REGULATION
October 21 - 25, Online & Penticton, BC

CONTAMINATED SITES MANAGEMENT NOW & TOMORROW: CANADIAN AND INTERNATIONAL UPDATES FROM PRACTITIONERS AND GOVERNMENT AGENCIES
October 29, Vancouver or Virtual (Interactive Zoom)

EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL ASSOCIATION OF BRITISH COLUMBIA (ESCA BC) ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2025 - WHAT'S IN YOUR TOOLBOX?
October 29-30, Coquitlam, BC

LAND GUARDIAN PROGRAM
November 3 - December 5, Online

FISH HEALTH LEVEL 1: INTRODUCTION TO BASIC FISH HEALTH MANAGEMENT
November 18 - 21, Online-Synchronous

ANNUAL INVASIVE SPECIES VIRTUAL FALL FORUM
November 19, Online

ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECT MANAGEMENT
November 19-21, Online

RESTORATION COMMUNITY OF PRACTICE WORKSHOP
November 25 - 27, Prince George & Online

CONFERENCE 2025: THE EVOLUTION OF BIOLOGICAL PRACTICE; CELEBRATING 50 YEARS WITH THE ASPB
November 26 - 28, Banff, AB

FISH HEALTH LEVEL 2: PRACTICAL FISH HEALTH TECHNIQUES FOR AQUACULTURE & FISHERIES ECOLOGY
November 24 - 28, Nanaimo, BC

RIPARIAN AREAS PROTECTION REGULATION
December 2 - 5, Online & North Vancouver, BC

FALL 2025 OFFERING - GVI (F25) BLENDED COURSE
December 12, Blended online/offline

BC NATURAL RESOURCES FORUM
January 20-22, 2026, Prince George, BC

TIME SERIES TREND ANALYSIS AND QUANTITATIVE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENTS
January 27 - February 24, 2026 (5 Tuesday mornings), Online

INVASIVES 2026: ONE LANDSCAPE, ONE FUTURE
Save the date: February 9 - 12, 2026, New Westminster

ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
February 16 to March 20, Nanaimo, BC

ECO IMPACT 2026: FUTURE-PROOFING THE ENVIRONMENTAL WORKFORCE: TECHNOLOGY & TALENT
February 19-20, 2026, Calgary, AB

FALL 2025 OFFERING - ABWRET-A (f25) BLENDED COURSE
April 24, 2026, Blended online/offline

Job Postings

Postings from the College website with imminent closing dates are featured below. Additional postings are regularly added to the College's employment postings page. If you or your company are interested in posting a job, you can do so here.

SENIOR PROJECTS LEAD
Closing date for resume submission: Open until filled
Salary: $100,000.00–$110,000.00
Hiring Organization: Chu Cho Environmental
Location: Prince George, BC

SENIOR BIOLOGIST
Closing date for resume submission: Open until filled
Salary: $98,570.00–$121,268.00
Hiring Organization: Ecofor Consulting Ltd.
Location: Fort St. James, Fort St. John, Prince George, Whitehorse or Flexible

INTERMEDIATE GEOSPATIAL ANALYST & MARINE BIOLOGIST
Closing date for resume submission: Open until filled
Salary: $68,000.00–$75,000.00
Hiring Organization: Dynamic Ocean Consulting Ltd.
Location: Port Moody, British Columbia

JUNIOR GEOSPATIAL ANALYST & MARINE BIOLOGIST
Closing date for resume submission: Open until filled
Salary: $60,000.00–$68,000.00
Hiring Organization: Dynamic Ocean Consulting Ltd.
Location: Port Moody, British Columbia

SENIOR - INTERMEDIATE BIOLOGIST
Closing date for resume submission: Open until filled
Salary: $75,000.00–$115,000.00
Hiring Organization: Gitxaala Environmental Services
Location: Prince Rupert, Terrace, South Region

JUNIOR BIOLOGIST
Closing date for resume submission: Open until filled
Salary: $55,000.00–$78,000.00
Hiring Organization: Gitxaala Environmental Services
Location: Prince Rupert, Terrace

INTERMEDIATE TO SENIOR BIOLOGIST
Closing date for resume submission: Open until filled
Salary: $100,000.00–$160,000.00
Hiring Organization: Active Earth Engineering
Location: Lower Mainland, Vancouver Island, Okanagan

INTERMEDIATE BIOLOGIST
Closing date for resume submission: Open until filled
Salary: $55,000.00–$70,000.00
Hiring Organization: Pacific Land Group
Location: Surrey

TECHNICAL LEAD: LANDSCAPE ECOLOGIST & RESTORATION SPECIALIST
Closing date for resume submission: Open until filled
Salary: $110,000.00–$149,000.00
Hiring Organization: Pathways Executive Search
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia

ENVIRONMENTAL COORDINATOR
Closing date for resume submission: Monday, October 6, 2025
Salary: $106,288.00–$120,120.00
Hiring Organization: City of Surrey
Location: City of Surrey

The College website contains 9 postings at this time, view all here.