Mapping and Compassing

Conservation of Canada’s resources is essential in the green economy. A modern conservationist is multidisciplined and provides a balanced program which includes using sustainable wildlife management techniques that will lead to a future where aquatic and wildlife ecology remain healthy and abundant. Mapping and compassing are integral skills for the Ecological Conservationist. In this microcredential, you will learn to interpret maps and develop skills in ground and map measurements. You will also learn the basics of internet mapping software. This microcredential is the first of a suite of six training opportunities to prepare participants to work as an Ecological Conservationist.

The intended audience is anyone wanting to enter the natural resource/environmental tourism sector or supplement their current training. Technicians who work in northern mines, or for environmental consulting companies, and do field sample collection, would benefit from understanding wildlife management techniques. The intended learners are Indigenous youth and adults. The earner of this microcredential will be able to describe the ecological land classification system ecology of land associated with lake ecosystems and understand resource legislation relevant to Indigenous peoples and how these topics relate to conservation management.

Learning Outcomes

• Use a compass for orientation
• Employ mapping systems
• Interpret map content

Assessment

• The learner must read and interact with all course content to receive the badge.

Water and wildlife are two of Canada’s most precious resources. Businesses such as environmental tourism on an abundant supply of clean water and well-managed wildlife. It is important that businesses such as mining and manufacturing understand wildlife techniques that support a healthy aquatic and wildlife ecology. All Canadians and businesses need to be cognizant of how to maintain the health and well-being of this resource. Understanding how lowering the carbon footprint to have the least impact on the environment is essential:

• Canada’s Climate Action
• Partnership with Indigenous people
• Pan Canadian Framework

Elements of Collaboration

• Strengthening the collaboration between our governments and Indigenous Peoples on mitigation and adaptation actions, based on recognition of rights, respect, cooperation, and partnership

Complementary Actions

• Accelerate reforestation, to continuously improve sustainable management practices, and to plant new forests where they do not currently exist will enhance stored carbon

• Elements of Ecology
• Aquatic Ecology
• Global Positioning Systems Basics
• Saskatchewan Wildlife Conservation