Category: #Old & Expired

Overcoming Barriers to Environmental Employment

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Environmental Job Funding & Training for Employers | Learn About Wage Subsidies to Help You Onboard and Train New Talent

With many young people experiencing unemployment or underemployment, how can established organizations and start-ups participate in helping youth overcome barriers to employment? In this webinar we’ll discuss strategies and supports available to:

  • Empower organizations to invest in emerging workers
  • Assist youth facing barriers employment
  • Develop employability skills
  • Obtain meaningful work experience in the sustainability sector
  • Access training and employment support services

ECO Canada’s team will discuss pathways to employability and workforce development programs.

Thanks to the support of their funders – Natural Resources Canada, Climate Change Canada, Social Development Canada, and Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada – they can offer you dollars to increase organization capacity and support your business participation in the green economy.

By helping your team with wage and training costs, they make hiring new talent more attractive.

Benefits for Employers:

  • Increase work capacity
  • Access talented youth with new ideas & skills
  • Increase employee retention
  • Reduce staff training costs
  • Strengthen overall business operations
  • Support the growth of new qualified environmental workers

Join ECO Canada and econext for a virtual session to explore ECO Canada’s Employment Programs, Training & Wage Subsidies for Environmental Jobs

Click here to register!

Speakers:

Brenden Stephen: has been finding creative solutions to training and Human Resources needs for 10 years now. Having grown up in the small town of Vanderhoof, BC, Brenden understands the need for clear communication and teamwork. After attending University at the University of Alberta, Brenden continued to educate himself and endears to be a lifelong learner. Brenden is committed to helping improve the environmental industry and works hard to live with an intentional focus on renewability and sustainability

Emma Duffy: works on the Employment Programs team at ECO Canada, focused on the strategy and outreach to elevate the Employment Programs team and our reach across Canada. Emma collaborates with all departments at ECO and external stakeholders to build relationships and increase opportunities for all.

Caribbean Spring Trade Mission | May 30 – June 3, 2022

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econext, in partnership with the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) and the Department of Industry, Energy, and Technology (IET), is continuing its work assisting firms in the investigation of and pursuit of international business opportunities in the Caribbean region, with particular focus on the Green and Blue Economies.

Registration will be closing March 18, 2022 for the Spring mission to the Caribbean region with an intent to focus travel primarily around the business week of May 30 – June 3, 2022.

Each delegate firm/organization may select to receive support services in up to two markets.

What's Included

Participants in this trade mission will receive:

  • Matchmaking and Mission Support provided by Amber Mackereth Consulting
  • Hotel Block/Group Rate*
  • Airport Transfers In-Market
  • Networking Reception(s)*
  • Ground Transportation to Off-Site Meetings
  • In-market Debriefs/Troubleshooting Sessions*
  • Mission Follow-Up Services/After-Care
  • Travel Stipend: Delegates are responsible for their own travel costs. However, a travel subsidy from IET may be available for eligible NL participants.

*in anchor markets/markets with sufficient delegate presence

Interested in participating in the mission to do your own follow-up meetings? Consider registration as an Associate Delegate!

Contact abbie@econext.ca to register as an Associate Delegate

Eligibility

To register for the Spring mission, companies must meet the following criteria:

  • Clear financial standing with econext and its funding partners ACOA and IET
  • Completion of online registration form
  • Confirmed payment of registration fee – $600.00 + HST for Full Delegate | $200.00 + HST for Associate Delegate
  • Demonstrated export readiness/market research
  • Confirmation of flight itinerary by Thursday, April 14.

It is highly recommended that firms considering this trade mission have completed preliminary market analysis/research.

COVID-19 Considerations

The guidelines put in place by the Government of Canada as identified under Global Affairs Canada Travel Advisory and Advice must be adhered to including any other travel restrictions and protocols that may apply: https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/advisories

Eligible Markets: While target markets are customizable, destinations will only be considered eligible when the travel advisory is set at risk level one or two.

Companies will be expected to exercise due diligence when selecting markets and planning travel.
Public health guidance including mask mandates and entry/exit requirements will vary between jurisdictions.
econext and its partners assume no responsibility, in whole or in part, for delegate travel complications, delays, or interruptions including those related to health restrictions.

Delegates are strongly encouraged to consult with their travel insurance providers prior to travel.

The following links provide additional information related to international travel. Please refer to the Government of Canada’s links for the latest travel restrictions, exemptions, and advice:

FAQ

FAQ

What are the target markets for this mission?

Our missions are customizable! We believe that each delegate should select markets that make sense based on your own objectives and market research instead. Receptions, briefing sessions, etc. will take place in “anchor markets”, or markets seeing significant delegate presence.

Can I enroll in the Customized Consulting Services AND the Spring Trade Mission?

Yes! However, if you are considering applying for both this service and the Spring Trade Mission, we stipulate that the services requested under the customized consulting services initiative be distinct from those that are to be delivered through a trade mission (e.g., market research or virtual meeting coordination focused on distinct geographic markets)

What happens if public health guidance changes regarding non-essential travel?

Should econext decide that travel to the region is no longer advisable prior to the creation of mission meeting programs, the mission may be postponed.

If travel restrictions change after matchmaking has begun, the mission may pivot to a virtual format. It takes considerable time and effort to create and confirm tailored meeting programs, and delegates will be expected to devote similar attention and effort to the execution of a virtual program if need be.

Registration

Click Here to Register!

Registration deadline for this mission is March 18, 2022, however early registration is encouraged!

*Please note that there are a limited number of spaces available for this opportunity and that meeting the minimum eligibility criteria does not guarantee registration.*



If you have any questions about the econext Spring Mission, Please Contact Abbie at abbie@econext.ca.

EOI: Companies in Atlantic Canada Looking to Advance International Business Interests Related to Cleantech, Oceans, and Europe

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econext is welcoming expressions of interest from firms based out of Atlantic Canada looking to progress their export and internationalization objectives.

To qualify for supports, firms must:

  • be based in either Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, or Prince Edward Island.
  • provide or are developing technologies, products, or services that improve environmental performance or inform on environmental performance related to ocean-based industries
  • have an interest in expanding on existing long-term interests and activities in or in partnership with European markets

A limited number of eligible firms will access econext supports to enhance their international business strategies. These supports will include:

  • an analysis of existing strategies to ensure they are incorporating changing circumstances (e.g., the impacts of covid-19, accelerated international discussions around net zero and the energy transition)
  • advice on changes that should be considered given these changing circumstances
  • advice on next steps that the firm might take in updating its long term internationalization strategies, including guidance on government programming available to support these efforts

Firms are encouraged to indicate their interest by April 1, 2022. Please contact Abbie Hodder with your questions and interest at abbie@econext.ca.

AQUACULTURE CANADA AND WAS NORTH AMERICA 2022

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15 – 18 AUGUST 2022
St Johns, Newfoundland, Canada

The conference will feature hundreds of worldclass speakers and delegates from around the globe on the science, technology, business and social aspects of aquaculture. St. John’s is located on the most eastern edge of North America, is Canada’s oldest European settlement, and the region is home to some of the most ecologically interesting areas in the World. Nearby UNESCO heritage sites, wildlife and nature conservancies make for exciting daily excursions. Historic and archival locations (one of the 4 corners of the Earth, Viking Settlements, etc.) are within 2 day excursions. This city, famous for its hospitality, music and culinary experiences is a quick trip across the Atlantic from Europe, and easily accessible from all other parts of North America, and the globe, by air. St. John’s is also home to internationally recognized centres in aquaculture and fisheries science, with Memorial University’s Fisheries and Marine Institute and Faculty of Science leading the way.

Aquaculture Canada and WAS North America 2020 is the place to learn about the latest in aquaculture, see the newest technology in the trade show, and have a great time in the many fantastic restaurants and entertainment sites that St. John’s and Newfoundland and Labrador have to offer.

Learn more and register

Greenhouse Gases and Food Webinar | Dillon Consulting

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Dillon Consulting Limited presents: “Greenhouse Gases and Food” – a webinar

I know greenhouse gases (GHGs) come out of the tailpipe when I drive, but I work in food security and I am concerned about:

  • Where do food organizations emit GHGs?
  • How can we measure our emissions?
  • How can we mitigate our emissions?

The Dillon team will answer these questions and more in a webinar that teaches the basics of greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting: “Greenhouse Gases and Food”.

The purpose of “Greenhouse Gases and Food” is to help food security organizations gain an understanding of GHG inventories, identify mitigation methods, and learn how to set targets to reduce emissions.

In this webinar you will learn:

  • What GHGs are
  • Types of GHG emissions
  • Sources related to food organizations
  • How to set reduction targets
  • Tools that you can use to measure your GHG emissions

“Greenhouse Gases and Food” is sponsored by Dillon Consulting as part of our Million Meals Campaign, and is free to participants.

The webinar will be held on Thursday, March 31, 2022 at 11am Pacific / 1pm Central / 3pm Atlantic.

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Smart Energy Event 2022 | April 25-26, 2022 | Halifax

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THE EVENT FOR MUNICIPALITIES, UTILITIES, ENERGY PROVIDERS, ENERGY PLANNERS, SUSTAINABILITY LEADERS & INNOVATORS

April 25-26, 2022 | Halifax

Plan to attend the 18th annual Smart Energy Event, taking place in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Smart Energy 2022 will focus on key actions for getting to NET-ZERO with expert speakers on how collaborative and inclusive technologies with collaborative thinking can achieve Net-Zero sooner. Emerging innovations in hydrogen, storage, EVs, carbon capture, transportation, electrification and renewables will change how utilities, municipalities, policy-makers, integrators, corporations, governments, researchers and consumers collaborate to reach an inclusive transition to NET-ZERO.

Smart Energy Event 2022 will be offered as a hybrid conference. Delegates can decide to attend live or virtually.

Learn more and get your tickets here

Imperial Technology Challenge | CleanTech Alliance

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April 27, 2022 | Virtual

Apply for a chance to pitch to Imperial.

First place: $40,000 CAD
Runner up: $10,000 CAD
Application Deadline: March 30, 2022

Sponsored by Imperial Oil Limited (Imperial) and organized by the Consulate General of Canada in Seattle together with the CleanTech Alliance, this virtual event will showcase innovative technologies applicable to oil sands mining operations.

Imperial provides energy solutions in a way that helps protect people, the environment, and the communities where we operate, including addressing the risks of climate change. Technology and innovation are fundamental to unlocking the potential of Canada’s energy resources. For more than a century, Imperial has been investing in research, including at our Sarnia and Calgary research centres, to enhance environmental performance, production efficiency and product quality.

IS IT RIGHT FOR YOU?

  • Company has ownership of a technology that matches an area of interest listed below.
  • Company has a proven commercialized or prototyped technology, or can demonstrate a credible technology development path.
  • Company must have the commitment and adequate staff resources to support further engagement after the event including assistance in evaluating their technology for trial at Imperial’s operations.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Successful applicants will be invited to present in virtually on April 27, 2022.
  • There is no charge to participate in this event.
  • Companies must be prepared to attend the event.
  • Final selection of participating firms will be made by Imperial.

Selected companies will be invited to present their technologies to Imperial on April 27, 2022, at a virtual event. While preference may be given to those with proven commercialized or prototyped technologies, Imperial will also give consideration to innovators who can demonstrate a credible technology development path toward solving Imperial’s identified challenges and will consider collaborative partnerships. The most promising technology, as decided by the judges based on merit of potential value and/or demonstrated technology development capacity, will yield a CAD $40,000 prize; the prize for the runner-up will be CAD $10,000.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 30, 2022

SELECTED COMPANIES WILL BE NOTIFIED BY: April 13, 2022

Click here to learn more and apply!

Building Climate Resilience through Sustainable Infrastructure Webinar Series

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“Empowerment, Communication, Obligations, Best Practices, and Technical Innovations Webinar Series”

SAVE THE DATES! Every Tuesday and Thursday March 3rd-24th, 2022

  • Sharing best practices – funding opportunities, tools, methods, case studies, and innovative technical solutions
  • Empowerment through (re-)connecting with a local and international community of practice working towards climate resilience
  • Updates on impacts to ethics, and liability related to building resilient and sustainable infrastructure

For more information email: tmt117@mun.ca

See the agenda below and register here

Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum | April 26-28, 2022

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The time is now to light a fire under the energy transition in the Caribbean. The time is now to reconvene the regional energy market in-person at CREF 2022 in Miami.

The focus? On inspiring action by bringing the full ecosystem of policy-makers, regulators, utilities, investors, developers and financiers together in an environment which encourages the market to meet, originate and transact. Expect a cutting-edge agenda and a reconfigured meeting space all designed with one thought in mind: How do we get the energy transition over the finish line?

Some issues are perennial – the need for regulators to take the helm, for example, and the dearth of bankable projects – while others are new to the table. What role will Green Hydrogen come to play in the regional economy? Can we now scale up e-mobility programs and infrastructure across the region? Has Covid accelerated the shift to DG in the region? We’ll be tackling all this and much, much more over the course of CREF 2022.

Expect challenges to be resolved. Expect projects to be originated. Expect the market to be out in force. Expect CREF 2022 to make a difference. We invite you to join us.

Click here to learn more and to register

Saint Kitts and Nevis Market Information Session | March 9, 2022

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Wednesday, March 9, 2022

10:30 am – 11:30 am NDT / 10:00 am – 11:00 am AST / 9:00 am – 10:00 am EST

If you’re an Atlantic Canadian business interested in doing business with Saint Kitts and Nevis, join us on March 9th to learn more!

Agenda:

10:30 – 10:35 | Welcome & Introductions
Abbie Hodder, COO + International Business
econext

10:35 – 10:40 | Opening Remarks
H. E. Lilian Chatterjee
Canadian High Commissioner to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean

10:40 – 10:55 | Introduction to Saint Kitts and Nevis – Economy & the Environment, Challenges and Successes
H.E. Sherry Tross
High Commissioner to Canada, Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis

10:55 – 11:10 | Doing Business in Saint Kitts and Nevis – Business Environment & Opportunities
Kevin Hope, Executive Director
Saint Kitts and Nevis Chamber of Industry and Commerce

11:10 – 11:30 | Q & A and Closing Remarks
Abbie Hodder, COO + International Business
econext

Learn more and register here