ECO Canada is thrilled to announce the third installment of its
acclaimed Virtual Career Fair (VCF). Scheduled
for
September
18th at 8:00 A.M.
MST, this nationwide event, recognized with the
esteemed Best Non-profit Event Award 2023, brings together
innovative organizations, thought leaders, job seekers, and
professionals in Canada’s environmental sector. The statistics from
the 2023 event speak for themselves: over 3,000 registered
participants, 46 exhibiting employers, and 1,000 job applications.
About the VCF
The VCF extends complimentary admission to all attendees, with
partnership opportunities available for exhibiting employers. The
event surpasses traditional hiring fairs by offering a dynamic,
user-friendly 3-D online platform in partnership
with Vfairs. Real-time translation is
available through the AI
application Wordly.
- Attendees can
explore employers’ booths, engage in chat, and video options, apply
for positions on the spot, and participate in live career and
skills-building webinars. Register
here to participate in the 2024 Virtual
Career Fair
- Exhibiting
employers can accelerate their recruitment process,
access talent eager to start or advance their green careers and
increase their company’s visibility. Learn
more about sponsoring
opportunities!
Bonus Learning Sessions
In addition to recruitment and networking opportunities, the VCF
offers complementary learning for job seekers, career advancers,
and those exploring new paths in environmental careers. The diverse
agenda is tailored to meet the evolving needs and interests of
environmental professionals, offering engaging sessions such
as:
- 9:00 A.M. – AI Skills for
the Environmental Sector
Explore the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on
environmental science and sustainability practices. Discover
cutting-edge AI tools tailored for environmental applications and
gain valuable insights into career-enhancing skills.
- 10:00 A.M. – Become an EP®
in the Environmental Sector
Learn practical tips and strategies to maximize career growth
using the Environmental Professional (EP®) designation. Gain
insights into networking, professional development, and showcasing
expertise to drive meaningful change.
- 11:00 A.M. – Shifting
Careers in Today’s Environmental Workforce
Delve into the dynamic nature of the environmental job market
and explore strategies for successful career transitions. Whether
seeking a new direction or advancing your current path, this
webinar equips you with the knowledge and confidence to navigate
your career journey.
- 12:00 P.M. – Improve Your
Resume with Training Solutions
Enhance your resume and stand out in the competitive job market
with key training programs and certifications. Learn from career
experts about impactful training solutions to elevate your
professional profile.
- 4:00 P.M. – What Today’s
Employers Are Searching for in Candidates
Gain insights from HR professionals on essential attributes and
skills valued in today’s competitive job market. Align your resume,
cover letter, and interview approach with employer expectations to
increase job search success.
All webinars will be recorded and available on demand for up to
one month after the career fair concludes, offering continued
access to insights and prizes.
Learn more and register for ECO
Canada’s Virtual Career Fair
The 100 Hour Net-Zero Student Challenge
Alongside the career fair, ECO Canada announces the launch of
the 100 Hour Net-Zero Student Challenge. This online challenge
invites post-secondary students in their first Canadian diploma or
degree program to pioneer solutions toward a cleaner, prosperous
economy. From September 13th, 2:00 P.M. to September 18th, 4:00
P.M. MST, participants will collaborate in teams to come up with
innovative solutions addressing industry-specific barriers to
emissions reduction. This segment includes a kick-off keynote
session, facilitated team formations, and speed mentoring sessions
with industry experts.
Participants are encouraged to use their creativity across
various domains including new product designs, digital solutions,
policy frameworks, educational campaigns, and more, all centered on
sustainability principles. Guided by industry mentors and equipped
with resources from ECO Canada, student teams will engage deeply
with challenges identified by high-emitting sectors such as
Agriculture, Mining, Utilities, Construction, and
Transportation.
“We’re thrilled to support ECO Canada’s 100 Hour Net-Zero
Student Challenge. At BHER, we look for WIL partners that think
outside the box and who are committed to creating pathways into
green careers,” says BHER CEO Val Walker. “And ECO Canada does
both! Beyond that, their program helps students develop
technical and human skills and identify job opportunities in
priority sectors that will only grow in the transition to
net-zero.”
The challenge will conclude with team presentations during the
Virtual Career Fair, followed by evaluations, and an awards
ceremony after presentations on September 18th. Participants will
compete for top honours decided by a panel of industry judges and a
people’s choice vote.
For more information on how to
participate: 100 Hour Net-Zero Student
Challenge
The 100 Hour Net-Zero Student Challenge is funded by the Business +
Higher Education Roundtable, and with support from the Government
of Canada |
The Virtual Career Fair is funded in part by the Government of
Canada’s Skills for Success Program and Student Work Placement
Program. |
“ECO Canada is offering an incredible opportunity for young
people interested in entering the environmental sector with their
Virtual Career Fair. It’s a chance to explore opportunities and
connect with experienced experts and industry leaders in the field.
We are proud to support this initiative through the Government of
Canada’s Student Work Placement Program, and to help build the next
generation of environmental professionals.”—The Honourable Marci
Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth
“Canadian organizations are at the forefront of driving
sustainability and environmental progress in Canada. With support
from the Government of Canada’s Skills for Success Program, ECO
Canada is offering Canadians the opportunity to build environmental
careers through participation in training sessions, as well as
direct employer interactions. The continuing impact from ECO’s
third annual Virtual Career Fair will help shape the future of work
in vital environmental sectors and strengthen the 21st century
workforce.”
—Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce
Development and Official Languages
About ECO Canada:
ECO Canada is the steward of the Canadian environmental
industry. From job creation and wage funding to training and labour
market research – we champion the end-to-end career of an
environmental professional. We aim to promote and drive
responsible, sustainable economic growth within the industry while
ensuring that environmental care and best practices are priorities.
Over the past 30 years, we have forged academic partnerships,
tools, and research to train and certify environmental job seekers
and help fill the labour market.
We work alongside government, policymakers, academia, students,
employers, professionals, industry, and international audiences to
ensure we support Canada as a global leader in innovative workforce
solutions and job creation. We remain the go-to source in the
environmental labour market; our research provides unmatched
statistics and analysis on the industry’s economic and labour
trends that identify workforce gaps.
For more information, contact:
Aaron Wilson
VP, Marketing & Sales
ECO Canada
media@eco.ca