College Board and OSPG approve revisions to College bylaws

The College's governing Board and the Office of the Superintendent of Professional Governance have approved revisions to the College's bylaws.

Revisions primarily address administrative changes such as correcting drafting errors and clarifying references. However, notable changes include: requiring members of statutory committees to be practicing and in good standing; technical changes such as creating a vice chair position for statutory committees; and the removal of the Student category.

The College has prepared an FAQ to provide additional context for the changes, which are in effect as of June 23, 2025.

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Any questions regarding the bylaw revisions or the bylaws themselves can be referred to the College office.

Katherine Healey becomes the College’s first registration in AB-LL category

The College of Applied Biologists has issued its first registration to an Applied Biologist-Limited Licensee (AB-LL) to Katherine Healey, M.Sc, AB-LL, P.Geo.

Katherine’s area of practice includes environmental flows and ecohydraulics. Her project work focuses primarily on monitoring and assessing the effects of water use on the environment. She works closely with the lead author of the BC instream flow assessment guidelines and other biologists to gain expertise in the field of environmental flows. She registered as a P.Geo with EGBC in 2018.

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College seeking volunteers for the Conference Planning Working Group

The College is looking for applicants for the Conference Planning Working Group, the committee responsible for organizing the 2026 Annual Conference in Victoria, April 9-10.

The College's annual conference is a key communication tool for advancing registrants' understanding of the profession and what it means to be a regulated professional. It also provides valuable opportunities for networking. Outcomes from the Conference Planning Working Group's work will be engaging conference content and a worthwhile experience for all guests.

Further requirements, duties and responsibilities are listed in the Conference Planning Working Group terms of reference.

To apply, please complete the Volunteer Application form on the College's website by 11:59pm on Thursday, July 31, 2025.

Participation on a committee or other working group with the College can be claimed for continuing professional development (CPD) points. If you have any questions about applying, please contact College Manager of Executive Operations and Communications Tory Davis.

Regulatory Updates and Other Resource Information

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 2024 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: 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)

Province, First Nations begin land use planning, conservation in northwestern B.C.
From the Government of BC - In partnership with the Province, the Tahltan, Taku River Tlingit, Kaska Dena, Gitanyow and Nisga’a Nations are kicking off land-use planning in the northwestern corner of B.C., engaging with industry, community and other partners to implement land-use plans that will provide greater certainty for investors, First Nations and communities.

Province releases first progress report on international credential recognition
From the Government of BC - The Office for International Credential Recognition’s first annual report on internationally trained professionals in B.C is now available.

New partnership will help detect, monitor wildfires in B.C.
A camera network that gives first responders information to support wildfire response, emergency management and public awareness is being expanded through a partnership between the Province and the University of British Columbia Okanagan campus (UBCO).

People urged to prepare as warming temperatures increase wildfire, drought risk
From the Government of BC - With warmer, drier conditions expected to increase across B.C., people are advised to stay prepared for climate-related emergencies.

Government of Canada announces 2025 measures to protect Southern Resident killer whales
From the Government of Canada -- The federal government has announced new measures to Southern Resident killer whales, which are a species of deep cultural significance for Indigenous Peoples and coastal communities in British Columbia.

Property owner fined $60,000 for destroying vital fish habitat on Vancouver Island, B.C.
From the Government of Canada - Courtenay, BC - Protecting fish and fish habit is vital to help sustain and support Canada’s precious marine species. Under Canada’s Fisheries Act, measures must be taken to avoid causing the death of fish and any harmful alteration, disruption or destruction of fish habitat when conducting any work or activities in or near water.

Court imposes significant penalties on two B.C. commercial prawn harvesters
From the Government of Canada - Nanaimo, BC - In two recent, related court cases, individuals were found guilty of offences related to illegal fishing.

Canada Announces Major Investments to Improve Resilience Against Wildfires
From the Government of Canada - The Governments of Canada, British Columbia, Alberta, Newfoundland and Labrador, Yukon, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and Manitoba, together with the CIFFC, announced a total investment of $104 million through the Government of Canada’s Resilient Communities through FireSmart (RCF) Program.

Government of Canada attends the 2025 United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3)
From the Government of Canada - Nice, France - Canada’s oceans are facing increasing impacts from climate change, including species decline, biodiversity loss, ecosystem degradation, harm from aquatic invasive species, illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, and the effects from waste and other pollutants. In response to these challenges, Canada is collaborating internationally with maritime nations across the globe to better protect our oceans for present and future generations.  

The Government of Canada is investing in flood mapping and adaptation projects
From the Government of Canada - The Government of Canada today announced an investment of $6.8 million for 20 projects across the country through the Flood Hazard Identification and Mapping Program, as part of Canada’s National Adaptation Strategy.

B.C. jet skier fined $5,000 for intentionally approaching marine mammals too closely
From the Government of Canada - On May 22, 2025, in Campbell River Provincial Court, Stephen Michael White was fined $5,000 after being found guilty in November 2024 of violating Section 7(1) of the Marine Mammal Regulations.

Court imposes a fine of nearly $37,000 for British Columbia commercial groundfish harvester
From the Government of Canada - On May 22, 2025, Stefan Grega, owner of the commercial fishing vessel the Pacific Sunrise, pled guilty to multiple violations of Canada’s Fisheries Act. During the 2022-2023 commercial Halibut fishery, Mr. Grega illegally retained and sold fish caught in the Haida Gwaii Archipelago during a fishery closure.

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 behaviour and operations.

RX-310 INTRODUCTION TO FIRE EFFECTS
Ongoing, Self-paced online

SURVEY METHODS AND HEALTH TRAINING: ADVANCE YOUR EXPERTISE IN WHITEBARK & LIMBER PINE RESTORATION
July 10 - 11, Manning Park, BC

ELECTROFISHING CERTIFICATION
July 11, Online (self-paced) & Kamloops, BC

ELECTROFISHING CERTIFICATION
July 12, Online (self-paced) & Kamloops, BC

WETLANDS IN ALBERTA'S PEACE REGION
July 15 & 16, Grimshaw, AB

ELECTROFISHING CERTIFICATION
July 24, Online (self-paced) & West Vancouver, BC

CONFERENCE OF THE WILDLIFE DISEASE ASSOCIATION 2025
July 27 - August 1, Victoria, BC

MINI BEE SCHOOL PRINCE GEORGE
August 2 - 3, Prince George, BC

WETLANDS IN THE BOREAL TRANSITION ZONE
August 12 & 13, Lac La Biche, AB

FUNDAMENTALS OF BACKPACK ELETROFISHING: IN-PERSON>

October 8 - 9, Edmonton, AB

FUNDAMENTALS OF BACKPACK ELETROFISHING: 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

AQUATIC BIOLOGIST, SENIOR & INTERMEDIATE LEVEL
Closing date for resume submission: Open until filled
Salary: $30.00–$65.00
Hiring Organization: Triton Environmental Consultants
Location: Vancouver, BC, Kamloops, BC, Vernon, BC, Prince George, BC, Terrace, BC, Prince Rupert, BC, Kitimat, BC, Calgary, AB, Edmonton, AB, Regina, SK, Saskatoon, SK

INTERMEDIATE BIOLOGIST
Closing date for resume submission: Open until filled
Salary: $70,000.00–$95,000.00
Hiring Organization: Core6 Environmental Ltd.
Location: Vancouver, BC

ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM LEAD
Closing date for resume submission: Open until filled
Salary: $95,200.00–$118,200.00
Hiring Organization: FortisBC
Location: Kelowna

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGER
Closing date for resume submission: Open until filled
Salary: $36.00–$65.00
Hiring Organization: DWB Consulting Services Ltd.
Location: Williams Lake, BC

ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECT MANAGER
Closing date for resume submission: Open until filled
Salary: $36.00–$70.00
Hiring Organization: Triton Environmental Consultants
Location: Vancouver, BC, Kamloops, BC, Vernon, BC, Prince George, BC, Terrace, BC, Prince Rupert, BC, Kitimat, BC, Calgary, AB, Edmonton, AB, and Saskatoon, SK

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT/BIOLOGIST (INTERMEDIATE/SENIOR)
Closing date for resume submission: Open until filled
Salary: $80,000.00–$110,000.00
Hiring Organization: GreatPacific Consulting Ltd
Location: Colwood, BC

SENIOR BIOLOGIST
Closing date for resume submission: Sunday, July 13, 2025
Salary: $98,570.00–$121,268.00
Hiring Organization: Ecofor Consulting Ltd.
Location: Prince George, Fort St. James, Fort St. John, BC, Whitehorse, YT, or Remote

JUNIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
Closing date for resume submission: Open until filled
Salary: $50,000.00–$75,000.00
Hiring Organization: ISL Engineering and Land Services Ltd.
Location: Langley

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGER
Closing date for resume submission: Open until filled
Salary: $42.00–$65.00
Hiring Organization: DWB Consulting Services Ltd.
Location: Williams Lake

REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL BIOLOGIST (BC)
Closing date for resume submission: Open until filled
Salary: $75,000.00–$85,000.00
Hiring Organization: EXP
Location: Burnaby, BC

SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST
Closing date for resume submission: July 15, 2025
Salary: $95,000.00–$125,000.00
Hiring Organization: Laich-Kwil-Tach Environmental Assessments LP
Location: Campbell River, BC

The College website contains 11 postings at this time, view all here.