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Environmental law shapes how economic development, environmental protection, and community interests are balanced in real‑world decision‑making. This learning bundle is designed not only to explain the legal framework, but to show how environmental law is applied in practice. By combining core instructional content with an expert‑led webinar and practical case studies, this offering provides a more applied and experience‑driven learning experience than a standard course alone.
Alongside an introduction to Canada’s federal and provincial environmental laws, participants gain access to a recorded webinar featuring an experienced lawyer. The webinar offers firsthand insights into the legal landscape, policy shifts, and real‑life cases involving land, lenders, and liability. These perspectives help bridge the gap between legislation and day‑to‑day legal and regulatory challenges. The included case studies further reinforce learning by allowing participants to engage with realistic scenarios and apply legal concepts in practical contexts.
This course and its supplementary resources are designed to deepen understanding, strengthen practical insight, and build confidence when navigating environmental laws.
Please note: The contents of this course and accompanying resources are intended for general educational purposes only and do not replace professional legal advice. Environmental laws and regulations are constantly evolving, and you should always consult current legal sources or a qualified lawyer before acting on the information provided.
Module 1: Foundations of Environmental Law
Explore the principles that guide environmental protection in Canada, including sustainability, stewardship, and the balance between development and conservation.
Module 2: Key Federal Environmental Legislation
Understand the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA) and the role of federal enforcement agencies in safeguarding air, water, and land.
Module 3: Provincial and Territorial Frameworks
Learn how provinces and territories manage natural resources, regulate industries, and collaborate with the federal government to address local priorities.
Module 4: Indigenous Rights and Environmental Law
Examine the duty to consult and accommodate Indigenous communities, and how these principles shape environmental decision-making and reconciliation.
Module 5: Regulatory Approvals and Assessments
Dive into environmental impact assessments (EIAs), approvals, and monitoring, with practical tools to understand their role in project development.
Module 6: Enforcement and Legal Remedies
Review enforcement mechanisms, from fines and civil remedies to criminal prosecutions, and see how communities can drive accountability.
Module 7: Emerging Issues in Environmental Law
Analyze current and future challenges such as climate change, ESG reporting, biodiversity loss, and the growing recognition of Indigenous legal systems.
Additional Resources: Webinar and Case Studies
Explore how environmental laws are applied in real‑world settings through an expert‑led webinar and practical case study resources. This module features a recorded webinar with Clifford Sukhai, who discusses governance, policy shifts, and real‑life legal issues involving land, lenders, and liability. The accompanying case studies allow learners to apply course concepts in practical contexts, reinforcing how environmental laws operate beyond legislation and theory.
Module 1: Foundations of Environmental Law
Explore the principles that guide environmental protection in Canada, including sustainability, stewardship, and the balance between development and conservation.
Module 2: Key Federal Environmental Legislation
Understand the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA) and the role of federal enforcement agencies in safeguarding air, water, and land.
Module 3: Provincial and Territorial Frameworks
Learn how provinces and territories manage natural resources, regulate industries, and collaborate with the federal government to address local priorities.
Module 4: Indigenous Rights and Environmental Law
Examine the duty to consult and accommodate Indigenous communities, and how these principles shape environmental decision-making and reconciliation.
Module 5: Regulatory Approvals and Assessments
Dive into environmental impact assessments (EIAs), approvals, and monitoring, with practical tools to understand their role in project development.
Module 6: Enforcement and Legal Remedies
Review enforcement mechanisms, from fines and civil remedies to criminal prosecutions, and see how communities can drive accountability.
Module 7: Emerging Issues in Environmental Law
Analyze current and future challenges such as climate change, ESG reporting, biodiversity loss, and the growing recognition of Indigenous legal systems.
Additional Resources: Webinar and Case Studies
Explore how environmental laws are applied in real‑world settings through an expert‑led webinar and practical case study resources. This module features a recorded webinar with Clifford Sukhai, who discusses governance, policy shifts, and real‑life legal issues involving land, lenders, and liability. The accompanying case studies allow learners to apply course concepts in practical contexts, reinforcing how environmental laws operate beyond legislation and theory.
This version includes all the core content of the regular course plus an expert‑led webinar and practical case study resources.
Once you have purchased the course, you will have six months of access to complete the course.
This is an online, self-directed course. You’ll learn practical skills through expert videos, real-life scenarios, workbooks, and more.
You’ll receive a formal Certificate of Completion and LinkedIn Badge once you’ve completed all of the required course topics. This course also counts towards professional development credits for EP Certification.
All of your learning materials are included, so you don’t need to buy anything extra.
It will take up to seven hours to complete the course. You choose the pace you want to complete the course topics.
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In the spirit of respect, reciprocity and truth, we honour and acknowledge Moh’kinsstis and the traditional Treaty 7 territory and oral practices of the Blackfoot confederacy: Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, as well as the Îyâxe Nakoda and Tsuut’ina nations. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3, within the historical Northwest Métis homeland. Finally, we recognize all Nations who live, work and play on this land and honour and celebrate this territory.