Environmental Training

Customized Training events Delivered Across Canada

Our expanding catalogue includes training in environmental monitoring, site management, auditing, and regulatory tools and permitting guidelines.

Surface Water Monitoring Techniques
Date
September 17, 2026
Time
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Venue
Online (Virtual)
Organizer
Blue Heron Environmental
Category
Environmental Monitoring Monitors Online Technicians
Tag
2026 Training
Price
$150

This course introduces participants to key techniques and best practices for surface water monitoring.Content covers field safety and preparation, sampling equipment and methods, QA/QC procedures, sample handling and preservation, chain of custody, storage and laborator...

Date
September 23 - September 24, 2026
Time
9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Venue
Sudbury (BHE)
Organizer
Blue Heron Environmental
Category
Coordinators EH&S Management Environmental Compliance & Legislation Sudbury
Tag
2026 Training
Price
$2000

Internal environmental auditor training helps environmental practitioners to determine whether their operations are in compliance with Federal and Provincial environmental regulations.This two-day workshop provides a review of environmental regulations in Canada and Ont...

Liquid Fuels Handling Code
Date
October 15, 2026
Time
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Venue
Online (Virtual)
Organizer
Blue Heron Environmental
Category
Coordinators Environmental Management Monitors Online Technicians
Tag
2025 Training
Price
$150

Common to most construction projects and industrial sites, fuel storage is an area of high risk for spills and potential harm to the environment. This session will review the regulatory requirements in detail for fuel storage, and best practices for managing fuel st...

Date
October 19 - October 23, 2026
Time
8:30 am - 1:00 pm
Venue
Thunder Bay
Organizer
Blue Heron Environmental
Category
Environmental Compliance & Legislation Environmental Monitoring In-Person Monitors Technicians Thunder Bay
Tag
2026 Training
Price
$4000

Our practical hands-on workshop is designed to provide training for environmental technicians hired by industry to monitor environmental management practices at mining operations in Ontario. Students will experience an overview of fieldwork monitoring, environmental dat...

Date
October 28 - October 29, 2026
Time
9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Venue
Online (Virtual)
Organizer
Blue Heron Environmental
Category
Coordinators Emergency Response & Preparedness Online
Tag
2026 Training
Price
$2000

This workshop is designed for Environmental Practitioners in the mining and pulp and paper industry to understand how to plan for emergency response drills under federal and provincial requirements (E2, SPCP, and MDMER/PPER).As a group, participants will develop a drill...

Conducting Environmental Site Inspections
Date
November 05, 2026
Time
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Venue
Online (Virtual)
Organizer
Blue Heron Environmental
Category
Environmental Compliance & Legislation Monitors Online Technicians
Tag
2026 Training
Price
$150

Discover the various types of environmental inspections typically conducted by internal personnel at industrial sites, including inspections of waste, chemical, and fuel storage areas. Learn why particular inspections are required (i.e. regulatory vs. site-driven req...

Blue Heron offers a variety of Environmental Training Courses for field staff and management personnel.

Having worked in the industry themselves prior to becoming trainers, our professionals understand the need to stay current on legislative and regulatory updates.

We ensure that we provide the latest in resource industry requirements and standards. We offer a variety of delivery methods to meet your needs from training at site, at our locations, or online.

Training Features

    • Fieldwork Monitoring Workshops
    • Classroom and In-Field Exercises
    • A variety of Environmental Awareness and Regulatory Compliance Courses
    • Spill Prevention and Response - including table-top and live scenarios
    • Indigenous Community Training
    • BEAHR-ECO Canada Training
    • Fully customizable courses to suit your training needs
    • Convenient and cost-effective online webinars
    • Trainers who can bring courses to your community and/or project site
Workshops

Classroom, Online & In-Field

Our workshops and courses range from practical and situational workplace skills, to understanding and navigating the complexities of environmental compliance laws and regulations in Ontario’s natural resource industry.

Delivery methods can include in-field, online, and classroom-style training.

Modular

Training Courses

Our growing catalogue of training modules cover a wide-variety of environmental monitoring skills and reporting requirements, site and project management and auditing, as well as regulatory tools and permitting guidelines.

Experience the convenience of learning at your own pace from the comfort of a home office. We deliver courses to groups and individuals. Remember to check out our calendar for future events.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer Online training?

Yes, we offer online training. Our sessions range from 1-hour webinars to comprehensive week-long courses, covering various disciplines.

These courses provide practical and situational skills for newcomers to the environmental field or those seeking updates due to changes in regulations, protocols, and enforcement.

Where are in-person events held?

Our trainers are flexible and available to travel across Ontario, providing on-site and in-community events at a range of locations.

Additionally, our headquarters in Timmins features a boardroom where we can also host events.

Is specialized and/or site-specific training available?

Yes, we offer specialized and site-specific training packages tailored to your unique requirements.

Our courses can be fully customized to address the specific needs of your project.

How do I register?

To register for an upcoming training event, please use our online registration form to secure your seat, whether for a virtual (online) or in-person session.

If the training event reaches capacity, you will be notified and placed on a waitlist."

 

Is your training accredited?

Some our courses are offered in partnership with Northern College, which will provide successful learners with a recognized certificate of completion. 

Our partnership with Northern College offers students additional support and resources, including opportunities for funding support to supplement registration or travel costs.

"Highly recommend to all First Nations involved or soon to be impacted by resource development."

- Russell – Moose Cree First Nation

“I did enjoy my time spent at the workshop. Very nice people and environment. I really learned a lot that will help me with my field of work. Thank you for the great workshop.”

- Anonymous

“I highly recommend this workshop. It helped my knowledge and understanding with my new role as an Environmental Monitor.”

- Darren R. – Taykwa Tagamou Nation

“I highly recommend this workshop. It helped my knowledge and understanding with my new role as an Environmental Monitor.”

- Delta F. – Matachewan First Nation

“Gave me a broader understanding of environmental procedures, which will allow me to become more involved in committee meetings and helping to deal with community environmental issues.”

- Paul C. – Wabun Tribal Council