The Alberta Wetland Policy outlines the strategic direction and tools required to sustainably manage wetlands on the landscape to benefit all Albertans. Wetland Policy implementation is a complicated process and requires that all proponents or their representatives have a basic understanding of the process. This short online course was designed for anyone interested in Alberta’s wetlands.
This course has recently received the Alberta Society of Professional Biologists’ Peggy Thompson Award for high standards of achievement in conveying biological science concepts to the public.
Course Format
This course consists of:
Four – 15-25 minute online modules,
Four – optional activities (approximately 15-30 minutes each), and
Four – optional quizzes to test your knowledge.
Course Contributors
Tara Caseley, P Biol
Laurie Hamilton, M.Sc., C.E.T., P Biol
Learning Objectives
Students will gain foundational knowledge about implementing the Wetland Policy, including:
Wetland Identification
Wetland Classification
Preliminary Wetland Delineation
Wetland Authenticating Professionals
Wetland Assessments
Wetland Impact
Wetland Mitigations
Wetland Replacement
SALMTEC’s Field Station: Students assessing wetland function for wetland-obligate songbird, raptor and mammal habitat
Start Immediately!
This course takes between 2 to 3 hours to complete, and you can start immediately upon registration!