• Upcoming Training Courses

  • Alberta - Ontario - Virtual

    An intense 3-day training course delivered in a workshop atmosphere, providing attendees with the training required to conduct Phase I (One) Environmental Site Assessments in Canada. Suitable for both experienced practitioners and those wishing to enter the field. Each course is based on CSA-Z768 guidelines, and enhanced to include provincial guidelines (O-Reg 153, Alberta Environment, BC & Saskatchewan MOE Regs, etc.) This course is a perquisite to the CESA (Certified Environmental Site Assessor) Designation.

    Date and Locations:

    Calgary AB: March 10th - 12th 2026

    Cambridge (GTA) ON: April 14th - 16th 2026 

    Upstream Oil & Gas Phase 1 ESA: 7 Hour -Online Only Course

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  • Alberta - Ontario - Virtual

    An intense 3-day training course delivered in a workshop atmosphere, providing attendees with the training required to conduct Phase II (two) Environmental Site Assessments in Canada. Suitable for both experienced practitioners and those wishing to enter the field. Each course is based on CSA-Z769 guidelines, and enhanced to include provincially specific guidelines (O-Reg 153, Alberta Environment, BC & Saskatchewan MOE Regs, etc.) This course is a perquisite to the CESAII (Certified Environmental Site Assessor Phase II) Designation.

    Dates and Locations:

    Calgary AB: March 17th - 19th 2026

    Cambridge ON: April 21st - 23rd 2026


       

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  • AESAC's new Webinar Series is a great way to stay informed and up-to-date on provincial and national Environmental Site Assessment regulations, as well as gain valuable points towards CESA Certification.

    Dates and Details:

    Phase 1 ESA; CSA Guideline Overview
    Presenter: Bill Leedham, P.Geo, QP, CESA
    Pre-recording now available for purchase

    Phase 2 ESA; CSA Guideline Overview
    Presenter: Bill Leedham, P.Geo, QP, CESA
    Pre-recording now available for purchase

     

     

     

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  • Since 1993, AESAC has been developing and delivering Environmental Site Assessment training courses in accordance with CSA-Z768, CSA Z769, and provincial guidelines. These workshop based courses are 2 to 3 days in length, provide extensive knowledge and instruction of ESA techniques and regulations, and are developed and instructed by industry leading, experienced, professionals.

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  • AESAC offers the Certified Environmental Site Assessors (C.E.S.A) Designation and the Enhancement C.E.S.A.II for Phase Two practitioners.
    Applicants must pass a 100 point checklist; which includes Experience, Education, and submitting an ESA report for review.
    C.E.S.A. Designations are nationally accredited and required by many Banks, Lenders, Stakeholders, and Employers

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    AESAC Membership Benefits include:

    - National Directory
    - Free Referrals
    - Certifications (C.E.S.A & C.E.S.A.II)
    - Group Insurance options
    - Online “Members Only” Forum
    - Industry News and Regulatory Updates
    - Training Courses; discounts for members

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  • The Instructors Blog

  • ...And Now, a Word from Our Attendees

    One of the questions I routinely get from mentees, students and recent graduates is about the value of additional training, and where to find specific training relevant to environmental consulting. For those interested in Environmental Site Assessments, I always recommend considering

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  • Phase I ESA Search Distances – Part 2

    Last month I reviewed applicable search distances for completing the Records Review portion of a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment, and some of the common guidance documents and regulations covering this topic. This month, I want to dive deeper into the implications, real-world

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  • Phase 1 ESA Search Distances – Part 1

    I have had a few discussions recently with colleagues and clients regarding applicable search distances when completing the Records Review portion of a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment. Since the extent of data to review significantly affects the assessment of potential environmental

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