Indigenous Programs
Indigenous Programs
Honoring Knowledge and Fostering Skills
At Natural Resources Training Group (NRTG), we are committed to fostering learning opportunities that respect and integrate Indigenous knowledge, values, and perspectives. Our Indigenous programs are designed to support environmental technicians, Indigenous communities, students, and professionals in gaining skills and certifications that align with traditional knowledge and contemporary environmental practices. Whether you’re looking for a degree in Indigenous Studies, Indigenous courses online, or Indigenous cultural awareness training, we have a program to suit your needs.
Land Guardian Program
The Land Guardian Program is a provincially accredited course designed to integrate Indigenous knowledge with modern practices in land stewardship and environmental monitoring. Learn from Indigenous land stewards and environmental professionals about sustainable practices, traditional ecological knowledge, and advanced monitoring techniques.
Environmental Field Skills Program
The Environmental Field Skills Program (EFSP) provides participants with essential skills for environmental monitoring and assessment across sectors such as mining, hydro-electric, oil and gas, forestry, and road construction. Graduates are qualified to assist environmental professionals like biologists, engineers, and hydrologists in fieldwork.
Cultural Heritage Assessment and Monitoring
Enhance your understanding of Indigenous cultures with our Indigenous cultural awareness training. This course is ideal for those interested in integrating traditional knowledge into their professional practices. Participants will explore key concepts in cultural awareness, the role of traditional ecological knowledge, and how these insights can contribute to more holistic environmental management.
Fisheries Field Skills Program
The Fisheries Field Skills Program offers practical training in fisheries fieldwork, including WorkSafe-approved backpack electrofishing, fish identification, habitat assessment, and water quality monitoring. Graduates are qualified to perform fish and habitat assessments or assist professionals in the field.
Forestry Field Skills Program
The Forestry Field Skills Program provides hands-on training in forestry technical skills environmental assessments, and cultural heritage. Students learn to assist with forestry projects, including wildlife and riparian evaluations, and apply their skills throughout the lifecycle of a harvest cutblock. The program emphasizes sustainable forestry practices and minimal environmental impact.
Water Sustainability Technician Program
The Water Sustainability Technician Program (WSTP) explores the growing global phenomenon of water scarcity, exacerbated by the rising demand and diminishing freshwater supplies. This program delves into the complexities of water management, which involves balancing the needs of various sectors and environments.
Custom Training and Capacity Building
We offer custom Indigenous training tailored to your community’s needs, including comprehensive online environmental programs, and Indigenous training courses. Our flexible, customizable programs cover topics such as environmental management, wildlife surveys, habitat restoration, and cultural heritage. With options for week-long or intensive five-week sessions, we adapt to your community or organization’s seasonal and cultural needs. Contact us to create a program that meets your goals.
Land Guardian Program
The Land Guardian Program is a provincially accredited course designed to integrate Indigenous knowledge with modern practices in land stewardship and environmental monitoring. Learn from Indigenous land stewards and environmental professionals about sustainable practices, traditional ecological knowledge, and advanced monitoring techniques.
Environmental Field Skills Program
The Environmental Field Skills Program (EFSP) provides participants with essential skills for environmental monitoring and assessment across sectors such as mining, hydro-electric, oil and gas, forestry, and road construction. Graduates are qualified to assist environmental professionals like biologists, engineers, and hydrologists in fieldwork.
Cultural Heritage Assessment and Monitoring
Enhance your understanding of Indigenous cultures with our Indigenous cultural awareness training. This course is ideal for those interested in integrating traditional knowledge into their professional practices. Participants will explore key concepts in cultural awareness, the role of traditional ecological knowledge, and how these insights can contribute to more holistic environmental management.
Fisheries Field Skills Program
The Fisheries Field Skills Program offers practical training in fisheries fieldwork, including WorkSafe-approved backpack electrofishing, fish identification, habitat assessment, and water quality monitoring. Graduates are qualified to perform fish and habitat assessments or assist professionals in the field.
Forestry Field Skills Program
The Forestry Field Skills Program provides hands-on training in forestry technical skills environmental assessments, and cultural heritage. Students learn to assist with forestry projects, including wildlife and riparian evaluations, and apply their skills throughout the lifecycle of a harvest cutblock. The program emphasizes sustainable forestry practices and minimal environmental impact.
Water Sustainability Technician Program
The Water Sustainability Technician Program (WSTP) explores the growing global phenomenon of water scarcity, exacerbated by the rising demand and diminishing freshwater supplies. This program delves into the complexities of water management, which involves balancing the needs of various sectors and environments.
Custom Training and Capacity Building
We offer custom Indigenous training tailored to your community’s needs, including comprehensive online environmental programs, and Indigenous training courses. Our flexible, customizable programs cover topics such as environmental management, wildlife surveys, habitat restoration, and cultural heritage. With options for week-long or intensive five-week sessions, we adapt to your community or organization’s seasonal and cultural needs. Contact us to create a program that meets your goals.
Hear from organizations and some of our program graduates about how these Indigenous training courses have impacted their careers and communities.
Brian Titaro ★★★★★
Fisheries Field Skills Program
The course was well planned out. The instructor did a fantastic job. This was easily one of the best courses I have ever taken in terms of information, experience, networking possibility, layout, and a balance of classroom and field sessions.
Timothy D. Peter ★★★★★
Land Guardian Program
The Land Guardian Program was exactly what I was hoping it would be. The material covered has assisted me in really understanding the field of work we are getting into, regulations, prescriptions, there was so much material covered. The interaction during the online sessions were the most beneficial. It gave me a better understanding of the material we are currently being presented with for our upcoming/ proposed projects and referrals. I really enjoyed the field assignments, it really assisted in understanding the material from the very knowledgeable instructors/ facilitators.
Nina James ★★★★★
Environmental Field Skill Program
The EFSP program was professionally conducted, provided specific training that really met the needs of our organization. The instructors were very knowledgeable and efficient. A true pleasure to participate in this program.