Also referred to as “Practitioners”, a professional is an individual who performs work that contributes to the protection of the environment, the management of its natural resources and/or to environmental sustainability.
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Why Register?
As a registered ECO member, environmental professionals gain access to all of the great services described in the sections below, and stay informed of:
• Sector information and industry updates
• Advanced education and skill development opportunities
• Job opportunities
• Latest Canadian environmental labour market research
• Many more resources to support a long, successful career in the environmental sector – All for free!
Register as a “Professional” if you are:
• Working in the environmental sector in industry, government, or as a consultant
• Transitioning into the environmental sector from another field of work
• Providing career or employment services for people looking to work in the environmental sector
• A potential immigrant or newcomer to Canada interested in working in this sector
• Interested in Aboriginal career resources for the environmental sector
Professionals who work in the environment industry may be employed inside or outside the environmental sector, with jobs that consist of full-time environmental work or only a few environmental tasks.
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Quick Stats
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5,900 enviromental employers use ECO Canada services
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Over 51,000 registered professionals
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On average 75 job postings/month
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Provide industry with National Occupational Standards and Certification for Environmental Professionals
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Explore Careers
National Occupational Standards
The National Occupational Standards (NOS) for environmental employment define the standards for work in the Canadian environment industry. Refer to the NOS to explore the competencies you need to thrive in your environmental career.
Labour Market Reports
Understand what is happening in the environmental sector by accessing ECO Canada’s extensive research and information on the environmental labour market.
Occupational Profiles
View a day-in-the-life of an environmental professional through ECO Canada’s occupational profiles and video library. There are over 120 environmental careers profiled to provide you with a snapshot of an environmental profession.
Educational Programs
Looking for information on environmental education options? Access college and university programs available across Canada, information on ECO Canada Student Awards, and Scholarship Programs.
Immigrant Services
Find services to help you make a successful transition into the Canadian environment industry, including sector information, guides to working in Canada, information on overcoming barriers, career resources, bridging program opportunities, and more.
Job Search Preparation
Land your environmental dream job with great resources focused on self-assessment, cover letter writing, resume building, portfolio creation, interview tips, and more!
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Find Your Career
Employer Directory
This directory is an excellent resource for company descriptions, websites, and contact information for employers from all across Canada. Use this information to start your job search, find that dream company to work for, or to prepare for an interview.
ECO Job Board
ECO Canada hosts Canada’s largest environmental job board used by tens of thousands of employers and environmental practitioners across the country. Environmental professionals can also post and update their resumes, allowing environmental employers the opportunity to proactively find the right candidate for their positions. The ECO Job Board is a niche job site, posting only environmental positions. If you’re interested in, educated for, or have experience in environmental work then this is the site for you!
Internships
Learn more about ECO Canada’s Environment Youth Corp (EYC) program, helping recent post-secondary graduates find full-time employment.
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Build Your Career
Environmental Professional certification
Become a certified Environmental Professional (EP) and demonstrate your environmental expertise, professionalism, and commitment to the field. There are four streams for: environmental professionals, managers, auditors, and GHG professionals, with detailed specializations in which to identify the area that matches your unique career field.
• EP certification has advantages in enhancing your marketability within the industry, helping you to advance in your environmental career.
• Member benefits include access to a national network of environmental professionals, regional chapters, mentorship opportunities, liability insurance prequalification and discounts, and product and service discounts.
Canadian Centre for Environmental Education
The CCEE is an excellent learning resource for professionals who wish to stay up-to-date with the latest skills and current practices, and for those making the transition into the sector, including foreign trained professionals.
ECO Canada Communications
Stay connected and get involved with the Canadian environment industry through ECO Canada communications, such as newsletters, blogs, and social media updates.
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