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SUMMARY:From Good to Great: a Reader-Centric Approach to Clear Technical Writing
DESCRIPTION:Learning to write well-written technical documents is key for clarity with both internal and external stakeholders in the workplace. Join our online\, instructor-led course on June 3\, 5\, 10 and 12\, 2025. The course offers you an opportunity to learn about and practice reader-centric concepts and apply them to your own writing. \nWhat’s Included \n\nFour live interactive virtual sessions with group discussions\, take-home materials and resources\, and more.\nOpportunity to network and connect with professionals within the industry.\n\nSession 1: Make It Relevant � June 3\, 2025\nTime: 11:00 AM � 12:30 PM \nSession 2: Make It Clear � June 5\, 2025\nTime: 11:00 AM � 12:30 PM \nSession 3: Revise\, Revise\, Revise � June 10\, 2025\nTime: 11:00 AM � 12:30 PM \nSession 4: Give Credit Where Credit Is Due � June 12\, 2025\nTime: 11:00 AM � 12:30 PM \n  \n \nFacilitator: Beth Burrows \nFounder of Writing Well\, Trainer\, Advisor and Professional Engineer \nBeth believes writing well is worth it! She believes that what we write as technical people is just as important as the technical work that we do. As an engineer turned technical communicator\, Beth helps scientists and engineers simplify complex information and deliver documents readers can understand. She loves to teach technical people how to write effective documents and encourages them to think differently about their writing. Before starting her business\, Writing Well Technical Communications\, Beth worked in both the private and the public sectors. She was the subject matter expert for ECO Canada’s Technical Writing Essentials online course. Beth has over 30 years of experience in environmental engineering and business and works with many consulting sectors\, including civil\, water resources\, environmental\, transportation\, structural\, and electrical engineering\, as well as the forestry\, ecological\, geomorphic\, environmental\, and sustainability sectors. Beth has been a Professional Engineer in Ontario since 1993. She earned a Master of Business Administration from Wilfred Laurier University in 1997 and a Certificate in Technical Communication from Simon Fraser University in 2016.
URL:/event/from-good-to-great-a-reader-centric-approach-to-clear-technical-writing-2/2025-06-10/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250612T123000
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SUMMARY:From Good to Great: a Reader-Centric Approach to Clear Technical Writing
DESCRIPTION:Learning to write well-written technical documents is key for clarity with both internal and external stakeholders in the workplace. Join our online\, instructor-led course on June 3\, 5\, 10 and 12\, 2025. The course offers you an opportunity to learn about and practice reader-centric concepts and apply them to your own writing. \nWhat’s Included \n\nFour live interactive virtual sessions with group discussions\, take-home materials and resources\, and more.\nOpportunity to network and connect with professionals within the industry.\n\nSession 1: Make It Relevant � June 3\, 2025\nTime: 11:00 AM � 12:30 PM \nSession 2: Make It Clear � June 5\, 2025\nTime: 11:00 AM � 12:30 PM \nSession 3: Revise\, Revise\, Revise � June 10\, 2025\nTime: 11:00 AM � 12:30 PM \nSession 4: Give Credit Where Credit Is Due � June 12\, 2025\nTime: 11:00 AM � 12:30 PM \n  \n \nFacilitator: Beth Burrows \nFounder of Writing Well\, Trainer\, Advisor and Professional Engineer \nBeth believes writing well is worth it! She believes that what we write as technical people is just as important as the technical work that we do. As an engineer turned technical communicator\, Beth helps scientists and engineers simplify complex information and deliver documents readers can understand. She loves to teach technical people how to write effective documents and encourages them to think differently about their writing. Before starting her business\, Writing Well Technical Communications\, Beth worked in both the private and the public sectors. She was the subject matter expert for ECO Canada’s Technical Writing Essentials online course. Beth has over 30 years of experience in environmental engineering and business and works with many consulting sectors\, including civil\, water resources\, environmental\, transportation\, structural\, and electrical engineering\, as well as the forestry\, ecological\, geomorphic\, environmental\, and sustainability sectors. Beth has been a Professional Engineer in Ontario since 1993. She earned a Master of Business Administration from Wilfred Laurier University in 1997 and a Certificate in Technical Communication from Simon Fraser University in 2016.
URL:/event/from-good-to-great-a-reader-centric-approach-to-clear-technical-writing-2/2025-06-12/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250615T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250615T150000
DTSTAMP:20250609T053549
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SUMMARY:Environmental Professionals Meetup: Cambridge\, Ontario
DESCRIPTION:Join ECO Canada for our FREE Environmental Professional Meetup on June 15\, 2025\, from 12:00 � 3:00 pm (EDT). This event will be hosted by our EP® Champion\, Nicholas Stasiak. Our EP® Meetups are designed to bring together ECO Canada’s network of Environmental Professionals for a fun and social networking experience. \nJoin us to connect with fellow professionals in a relaxed setting while enjoying great food in a vibrant venue. Please be sure to register in advance so we can guarantee an unforgettable event filled with connection and community-building. \nWho is this for?\nEnvironmental professionals in the Kitchener\, Waterloo\, Cambridge\, and Greater Toronto Area (GTA). \nEvent Details:\nThere will be a $9.00 entry fee for adults and $7.25 for seniors to access the conservation area (admission is free when an attendant is on duty). You are welcome to bring a non-EP® guest for a fee of $10.00. \nThe event will take place from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Shades Mills Conservation Area. Food will be complimentary.
URL:/event/environmentaprofessionals-meetup-cambridge-ontario/
LOCATION:Shade’s Mills Conservation Area\, Cambridge\, Ontario\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250616T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250616T123000
DTSTAMP:20250609T053549
CREATED:20250429T194351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T162432Z
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SUMMARY:Winning the Proposal: Strategies to Write a Successful Grant
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSession Dates: \nThe 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: \n\nJune 16\, 2025\nJune 18\, 2025\nJune 23\, 2025\nJune 25\, 2025\n\nThis 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: \n\nCurrent trends in grant funding\nFunder search techniques\, tools\, and tips\nOrganizational capacity\, creating efficiencies\, removing roadblocks\nPreparation of key proposal components\nProposal refinement\n\nWhat’s Included: \n\n4 live virtual interactive sessions with group discussions\, learning activities\, take-home materials\, and additional resources\nOpportunities for one-to-one questions and feedback from the course facilitator\nOpportunity to network and connect with other industry professionals\n\nThis course is ideal for: \n\nEntry to mid-level environmental professionals wanting to learn about grant seeking and developing their skills in project planning for proposal development\nMid-level environmental professionals with some grants experience who want to refresh their knowledge and sharpen their skills\n\n \n  \nFacilitator: Barbara McMillan\nConsultant and Instructor \nBarbara 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.
URL:/event/winning-the-proposal-strategies-to-write-a-successful-grant-3/2025-06-16/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250617T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250617T120000
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CREATED:20250514T180407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T145554Z
UID:10000537-1750158000-1750161600@eco.ca
SUMMARY:Beyond Compliance: Leveraging Energy Codes to Deliver Better Buildings
DESCRIPTION:Energy codes\, specifically the National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings (NECB) and Part 9.36. Energy Efficiency of the Building Code\, are often perceived merely as regulatory (and sometimes painful) checkboxes. However\, when embraced strategically\, these codes can serve as integrated design navigators\, facilitating collaboration among architects\, engineers\, builders\, and owners. This session will provide a clear\, accessible overview of current energy code requirements and methodologies\, and demonstrate how a proactive approach to energy code compliance can drive a more cohesive design process\, improve building performance\, reduce operational costs\, and ultimately create healthier\, more resilient built environments. \nThis webinar\, presented by Mikhael Horvath (Founder & Prinicipal of Enforma Engineering\, will provide a clear\, accessible overview of current energy code requirements and methodologies. His objective is to demonstrate how a proactive approach to energy code compliance can drive a more cohesive design process\, improve building performance\, reduce operational costs\, and ultimately create healthier\, more resilient built environments. \n 
URL:/event/beyond-compliance-leveraging-energy-codes-to-deliver-better-buildings/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250618T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250618T123000
DTSTAMP:20250609T053549
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SUMMARY:Winning the Proposal: Strategies to Write a Successful Grant
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSession Dates: \nThe 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: \n\nJune 16\, 2025\nJune 18\, 2025\nJune 23\, 2025\nJune 25\, 2025\n\nThis 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: \n\nCurrent trends in grant funding\nFunder search techniques\, tools\, and tips\nOrganizational capacity\, creating efficiencies\, removing roadblocks\nPreparation of key proposal components\nProposal refinement\n\nWhat’s Included: \n\n4 live virtual interactive sessions with group discussions\, learning activities\, take-home materials\, and additional resources\nOpportunities for one-to-one questions and feedback from the course facilitator\nOpportunity to network and connect with other industry professionals\n\nThis course is ideal for: \n\nEntry to mid-level environmental professionals wanting to learn about grant seeking and developing their skills in project planning for proposal development\nMid-level environmental professionals with some grants experience who want to refresh their knowledge and sharpen their skills\n\n \n  \nFacilitator: Barbara McMillan\nConsultant and Instructor \nBarbara 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.
URL:/event/winning-the-proposal-strategies-to-write-a-successful-grant-3/2025-06-18/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250623T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250623T123000
DTSTAMP:20250609T053549
CREATED:20250429T194351Z
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SUMMARY:Winning the Proposal: Strategies to Write a Successful Grant
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSession Dates: \nThe 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: \n\nJune 16\, 2025\nJune 18\, 2025\nJune 23\, 2025\nJune 25\, 2025\n\nThis 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: \n\nCurrent trends in grant funding\nFunder search techniques\, tools\, and tips\nOrganizational capacity\, creating efficiencies\, removing roadblocks\nPreparation of key proposal components\nProposal refinement\n\nWhat’s Included: \n\n4 live virtual interactive sessions with group discussions\, learning activities\, take-home materials\, and additional resources\nOpportunities for one-to-one questions and feedback from the course facilitator\nOpportunity to network and connect with other industry professionals\n\nThis course is ideal for: \n\nEntry to mid-level environmental professionals wanting to learn about grant seeking and developing their skills in project planning for proposal development\nMid-level environmental professionals with some grants experience who want to refresh their knowledge and sharpen their skills\n\n \n  \nFacilitator: Barbara McMillan\nConsultant and Instructor \nBarbara 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.
URL:/event/winning-the-proposal-strategies-to-write-a-successful-grant-3/2025-06-23/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250625T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250625T123000
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SUMMARY:Winning the Proposal: Strategies to Write a Successful Grant
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSession Dates: \nThe 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: \n\nJune 16\, 2025\nJune 18\, 2025\nJune 23\, 2025\nJune 25\, 2025\n\nThis 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: \n\nCurrent trends in grant funding\nFunder search techniques\, tools\, and tips\nOrganizational capacity\, creating efficiencies\, removing roadblocks\nPreparation of key proposal components\nProposal refinement\n\nWhat’s Included: \n\n4 live virtual interactive sessions with group discussions\, learning activities\, take-home materials\, and additional resources\nOpportunities for one-to-one questions and feedback from the course facilitator\nOpportunity to network and connect with other industry professionals\n\nThis course is ideal for: \n\nEntry to mid-level environmental professionals wanting to learn about grant seeking and developing their skills in project planning for proposal development\nMid-level environmental professionals with some grants experience who want to refresh their knowledge and sharpen their skills\n\n \n  \nFacilitator: Barbara McMillan\nConsultant and Instructor \nBarbara 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.
URL:/event/winning-the-proposal-strategies-to-write-a-successful-grant-3/2025-06-25/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250625T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250625T173000
DTSTAMP:20250609T053549
CREATED:20250603T194142Z
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SUMMARY:Real Talk: Career\, Stories & Networking
DESCRIPTION:Real talk: Career\, Stories\, and Networking is an empowering evening designed to bring together professionals (women and men) from agriculture and agri-food sectors to share authentic career journeys\, exchange insights and build meaningful professional connections. \nJoin ECO Canada to hear women who have carved unique paths\, to connect with like-minded professionals and open conversation about challenges\, growth and success. \n \nSpeaker: Kimberley Burfoot \nKimberley brings 25 years of experience to her role at ECO\, including 16 years as a Regional Controller with TC Transcontinental and 6 years as the Executive Director of the Alberta Motor Transport Association. Key accomplishments include building a 20\,000 sq ft training facility for commercial drivers to train and test autonomous and hydrogen-fueled heavy vehicles and the integration of several large manufacturing operations after acquisition. \nIn her spare time\, Kimberley studies Horticulture at the University of Saskatchewan and volunteers at various environmental and animal welfare organizations.  She also enjoys hiking and cycling with her family and� many pets.� \n  \n \nSpeaker: Claudine Vidallo \nClaudine Vidallo is a seasoned strategic planner\, business analyst\, and program manager with over 20 years of diverse experience spanning the food manufacturing\, energy\, education\, and non-profit sectors. She is a PMP-certified professional holding a BSBA degree and has consistently delivered organizational successes and revenue growth.� \nAs the VP of Projects\, Claudine is committed to fostering project management excellence and generating workforce insights and solutions to guide business\, program\, and career roadmaps. Outside of her professional realm\, Claudine is a proud mother of five boys\, is a gym enthusiast\, and has a black belt in Taekwondo. \n�
URL:/event/real-talk-career-stories-networking/
LOCATION:Le Germain Hotel Calgary\, 899 Centre Street Sw\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2G1B8\, Canada
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