Join ONEIA at the office of Gowling WLG for remarks and discussion with Ontario’s Minister of Energy, The Hon. Todd Smith. The event includes breakfast and networking with professionals across Ontario’s environment and cleantech industry. 

Learn more about the future of energy policy and regulation in Ontario.

When:   Tuesday, February 7, 2023
Where:  Gowling WLG (1 First Canadian Place, 100 King Street West, Suite 1600, Toronto, Ontario)

9:00 – 9:30am: Registration and networking
9:30 – 11:00m: Breakfast with the Minister

Join other environmental professionals for a fun afternoon of curling and networking! Whether you are a beginner curler or a seasoned pro, this popular event offers a low-stress time to relax, play and share ideas on Ontario’s brightest economic sector.

The event begins with registration, coffee and snacks starting at 2:00 PM.  Followed by a curling clinic (where you will receive a refresher on curling technique and etiquette), two hours of curling and then a networking reception with food and drinks in the club lounge.

When:   Wednesday, March 1, 2023
Where:  Guelph Curling Club (816 Woolwich Street)

2:00pm – 2:30pm: Registration, networking and refreshments
2:30pm – 3:00pm: Curling Clinic
3:00pm – 5:00pm: Curling
5:00pm – 6:30pm: Evening Reception

An exclusive conference for contractors & engineers

Join us for an exciting day of networking, prizes, and keynote presentations from industry leaders including football legend, Michael “Pinball” Clemons, Contractor & Designer for HGTV, Mandy Rennehan, and more!

Attendees are welcome to stay for the day or join us for individual sessions.

Last day to register is March 15th, 2023.

You can review the conference schedule, by clicking here. Tickets are $25, and all proceeds are donated towards Habitat for Humanity^®.

The Ontario Onsite Wastewater Association (OOWA) hosts an Annual Convention and Expo, and 2023 marks the first time since 2020 that the Convention will be held in person.

The 2023 dates are March 26-28, and the venue is Deerhurst Resort in Huntsville, Ontario, Canada. Over 350 onsite wastewater industry professionals attend our Annual Convention, which features two keynote speakers, breakout presentation sessions, and an open discussion forum.

About the Ontario Onsite Wastewater Association
The OOWA is a provincial not-for-profit association dedicated to promoting the benefit and value of Ontario’s onsite and decentralized wastewater management through education, improved standards of practice, and advocacy for sound policies. We support our network of knowledgeable professionals recognized as the foremost source of sustainable onsite and decentralized wastewater management expertise.

OOWA membership is made up of over 500 onsite sewage industry professionals, including installers, designers, technicians, inspectors, haulers, policymakers and enforcement authorities, academics, researchers, and teachers. The Association provides a valued connection between quality professionals with invaluable field experience, who are leaders and volunteers making a difference in the industry and the environment. OOWA is focused on helping to further develop best practices while growing the provincial market.

The Business + Policy Forum brings together 150+ investment and business leaders, executives from Ontario’s growing environment and cleantech sector, and senior government policy makers to share information, discuss common challenges and explore opportunities for growth. This year’s focus is how to keep Ontario competitive on the path to Net Zero.

Panels + Speakers
Hear from great speakers and expert panelists about what’s needed to grow our industry and how we can compete with the Inflation Reduction Act.

Roundtable Policy Discussions
Off-the-record roundtable talks with Ministry policy staff. Nine roundtables: PFAS, energy, water technology, brownfields, excess soils, environmental infrastructure, resource recovery/waste, red tape reduction, and Bill 23

Networking Opportunities
Connect with 150+ government and business professionals from across the environment and cleantech industry

Reaching Net-Zero within the next few decades is vital if the world is to limit global warming below 2°C. Many organizations and governments have stepped forward to set GHG reduction targets and Net-Zero commitments, however, routes to secure funding necessary to meet these goals are not always clear.

Join Partners in Project Green (PPG) for their first event of a three part series on Financing Net Zero: Alternative Financing and discover innovative ways for businesses to implement energy projects where capital may be limited.

Enjoy opportunities to:

• Learn about different ESCO models
• See case studies of Energy as a Service (EaaS) projects in action
• Analyze your business to see what projects would work for you
• Hear directly from leaders in this field

Click here to see the full agenda and register.

The Association of Professional Geoscientists of Ontario (PGO) is holding its annual symposium on April 18, 20, 25, and 27.

The 2023 Virtual Symposium offers excellent CPD opportunities accessible to all and at an affordable price. Topics presented will be of interest not only to geoscience practitioners, in the resource industry and environmental practice, but also to geoscientists in training, student members, and the broader community including other professionals, regulators, legal practitioners, government staff, advisory groups, and the public.

The sessions last for the morning (10:00 – 12:00) each day and have these themes:

1. This is Your PGO – We Self-regulate Together (April 18)
2. Achieving Canada’s New Climate Adaptation and Biodiversity Goals (April 20)
3. Equity, Diversity and Inclusion: Practice Guidance for Professionals and Organizations (April 25)
4. Qualified Person: Not Just a Pen for Hire (April 27)

Anyone interested – not just geoscientists, and not just in Ontario – can register for $25 per session or $80 for all four sessions, up to March 31. After that, the rates are $35 per session and $120 for all four.

On Tuesday April 18^th from 1-2pm, join Partners in Project Green and Environment and Climate Change Canada for a free Green Economy Webinar on the Federal Zero Plastic Waste Agenda.

This presentation will focus on the Government of Canada’s regulatory approach to address plastic waste and pollution. An overview of the Single-use Plastics Prohibition Regulations will be provided, with an emphasis on the prohibited items, timelines, and guidance for selecting alternatives. The presentation will also provide updates on the development of proposed regulations on recycled content, recyclability and compostability labelling, as well as a federal plastics registry.

Click here to see the full agenda and register.

For over 28 years, CANECT courses have met the needs of Canada’s environmental managers and professionals. Attend CANECT to keep up-to-date with new environmental regulations and expand your awareness and best practices.

Course topics for 2023 include:

• Environmental Compliance and Regulation
• Excess Soils and Contaminated Sites
• Environmental Management Systems
• Water & Wastewater: Regulation and Compliance
• Environmental Emergencies & Spills
• Due Diligence in Environmental Prosecutions
• Air Quality Challenges
• Climate Change
• Circular Economy and Extended Producer Responsibility

Join us for the Canadian Brownfields Network’s 2023 Canadian Brownfield Conference, Brownfield Renewal: Addressing Tomorrow’s Challenges. This year’s annual conference will be an in-person event on Wednesday, May 3, at the Toronto Metropolitan University in downtown Toronto.

An array of critical issues and complexities related to the future vitality of brownfield renewal will be explored.

Canadian Brownfields Network’s annual conference attracts attendees from across Canada, including land developers, engineering firms, environmental remediation companies, and legal and financial experts. The conference will feature engaging sessions including Case Studies, Panel Discussions, and the HUB Awards!

An in-person event gathering passionate and enthusiastic young water professionals (under age 35) across the globe. Hosted by and for young professionals and students, this conference will also help YWPs build skills and their professional network via technical sessions, poster competitions, workshops & networking sessions.

Join engineering and applied science technology professionals, industry leaders, college representatives, association leaders, and government officials for OACETT’s Annual Conference & Awards Gala, June 1 – 3 at the Hilton, Niagara Falls.

Plus! Receive 15%-off all ticket types with coupon code: OACETT15

Why You Should Attend

• Informative Professional Development speaker sessions
• Networking opportunities
• Impactful Keynote Speaker
• Technology Partnership Showcase – this networking sessions features state-of-the-art technology used by colleges and projects completed by corporate partners.
• OACETT’s President’s Awards Dinner – to honour the outstanding contributions of individuals and companies in the engineering and applied science technology field.
• And more!

Come for the daytime learning sessions, an evening networking session, the awards dinner, or stay for the entire conference and gala! Many ticket options to choose from!

For a complete agenda and to register visit http://bit.ly/3nxWjGm

The 2023 Water Canada Summit (in partnership with the Canadian Water and Wastewater Association) is sparking innovation, inspiration, and conversations on the complete water cycle.

From creating the smallest ripples to the largest waves, the summit provides opportunities for Canadian water sector professionals to cooperate, collaborate, and connect!

This year’s conference theme is Water Connects. Join us in exploring the people, projects, technologies, and innovations that are driving Canada’s water sector.

Participate in panel discussions on resilient water infrastructure, workshops addressing recruitment and training, or pop into one of our technical sessions to learn from the experts across the water industry.

We’ll also be hosting the Water Canada Awards on June 8th to recognize the people, projects, and technologies that exemplify the best of the best in Canada’s Water Sector!

We look forward to seeing you in person June 7 – 9, 2023 at Delta Hotels by Marriott Ottawa, City Centre in Ottawa.

AWWA ACE, where the water community comes together to learn, connect, and be inspired to solve global water challenges.

AN ENVIRONMENT FOR ALL WATER PROFESSIONALS

There is a priceless value in connecting with your peers in person. A palpable energy comes from the exciting innovation in the exhibit hall, and sessions pulsate with conversations that are a catalyst for change. Regardless of where you are in your career, there is something for everyone at ACE.

Planning for the future is a heroes’ journey. Be a part of the water revolution that addresses critical issues about the world’s most important resource. Water 2050 is an initiative to collaborate and champion a course for a successful and sustainable water community. AWWA brings vast resources for the water community but Water 2050, that’s for the future.

Water efficiency refers to using the least amount of water necessary to accomplish a task. Water-saving technologies and simple changes to equipment can help reduce your facility’s water bill, protect the environment, and benefit the community.

Did you know the Region of Peel has an Indoor Water Assessment Program for Industrial properties and water saving opportunities for commercial and institutional facilities? Join us on Wednesday June 14^th at 1:00pm EDT as we learn more about Region of Peel’s Industrial Indoor Water Assessment: how this program works, who is eligible, and why it is important to improve water efficiency. Attendees will also hear case studies of businesses who have already taken advantage of such programs.

Oil-Grit Separators (OGS) have long been used in Canada in both stand-alone and pre-treatment applications for stormwater quality treatment. Regular maintenance is key to ensuring optimal long-term treatment performance, and therefore it is important that the device is properly designed to facilitate easy inspection and cleanout. Analysis of real-world inspection results from a large database of OGS installations can provide valuable insights on design effectiveness and pollutant removal performance.

What You Will Learn:

• Basics of OGS design features to facilitate easy inspection and maintenance
• The fundamentals of how OGS inspection and maintenance are performed
• Sediment depth analysis for 90 Stormceptor® EF/EFO installations

Oil-Grit Separators (OGS) have long been used in Canada in both stand-alone and pre-treatment applications for stormwater quality treatment. Regular maintenance is key to ensuring optimal long-term treatment performance, and therefore it is important that the device is properly designed to facilitate easy inspection and cleanout. Analysis of real-world inspection results from a large database of OGS installations can provide valuable insights on design effectiveness and pollutant removal performance.

What You Will Learn:

• Basics of OGS design features to facilitate easy inspection and maintenance
• The fundamentals of how OGS inspection and maintenance are performed
• Sediment depth analysis for 90 Stormceptor® EF/EFO installations