• Upcoming Training Courses

  • Alberta - Ontario - Halifax

    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:

    Toronto (GTA) ON: October 21st - 23rd 2025

    Calgary AB: November 12th - 14th 2025

    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:

    Cambridge ON: October 27th - 29th 2025

    Calgary AB: November 18th - 20th 2025


       

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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

  • Is CSA Z768 still relevant in Ontario?

    Recently I have had discussions with several colleagues and AESAC members about the use of CSA Standard Z-768 for conducting Phase I Environmental Site Assessments in Ontario. I know of a few Ontario consultants (as well as some environmental educators) that don’t utilize, or teach,

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  • 7 Environmental Red Flags in Commercial Property Transactions

    When it comes to commercial property, doing your homework is essential—especially when it comes to environmental risks. Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) help reveal hidden liabilities that could pose financial or regulatory challenges. Here are the top environmental red flags

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  • More Stories About Tanks - Part 2

    Last month I outlined a couple of ESA case studies that explored some of the detailed historical research that can be necessary when investigating the potential presence or absence of underground storage tanks at a Site. This month I have a couple more stories to share that delve into the

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