October 2019
Breeding Bird Surveys and Nest Searches
Learn why breeding bird surveys and nest searches are performed, the legislation that enforce these studies, and the protocols that guide these activities.
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Mine Closure Plans | Practical Permitting Series
Ontario’s regulatory requirements and triggers for a Closure Plan will be reviewed in detail. Participants will understand the “approval” process and information requirements for Closure Plans and Closure Plan Amendments.
Find out more »December 2019
Environmental Impact Assessments | Practical Permitting Series
The environmental assessment process ensures that governments and public bodies consider potential environmental effects before an infrastructure project begins. This session will review the triggers for a project to become subject to an EA, and the criteria of an Environmental Assessment for a project.
New CEAA rules will be discussed.
Find out more »January 2020
Baseline Studies | Practical Permitting Series
Baseline studies are required to support permitting and approvals – they are done to understand the existing environment so that predictions can be made to show how a project may affect the environment in the future.
Through the use of case studies, students will be introduced to scoping, planning & executing baseline studies in Ontario.
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