Past Webinars & Events
February 28, 2024, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. PT / 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. ET
Are you interested in learning more about different green career pathways?
Join PLT Canada’s virtual Green Workforce Panel on Feb. 28, 2024 from 11 am – 12:30 pm PT/2–3:30 pm ET!
Canada’s forest and conservation sector is an essential and exciting field that needs young professionals. By working in a green job, you can provide solutions to some of our planet’s most pressing challenges, like climate change.
To learn more about the different types of jobs in the sector and how you can land one, this interactive online panel will feature the career pathways stories from those in the private, government, and non-profit sectors. You will rotate between breakout groups to hear how each panelist got into their field, what a typical day looks like, and their tips on standing out during the first few months on the job. Come prepared with questions for panelists and to network with other young professionals!
Join PLT Canada’s virtual Green Workforce Panel for insights on which career path might suit you and how to develop a meaningful career in the forest and conservation sector!
Learning outcomes
- Learn about skills that are in demand in the green sector
- Understand how to stand out in the first few months at your Green Job
- Explore different green jobs pathways and what it takes to succeed in them
- Practice your professionalism
Professionalism tips for online events
PLT Canada’s skill-building webinars are a great place to practice your professionalism.
Professionalism includes “the way you carry yourself, your attitude and the ways you communicate with others.” How can you do this?
- Use professional, polite language: Avoid slang, swear words, and inappropriate terms
- Be punctual: Arrive to the webinar on time or a few minutes early to make a good impression
- Participate: Ask and answer questions, write in the chat, and use the time to make new connections and grow your network
Professional video call etiquette
If possible, turn your camera on for face-to-face interaction.
- Sit in front of a plain or clean background
- Move to a quiet area if possible
- Dress in work-appropriate clothes (a nice sweater, blouse, button up shirt, or collared shirt)
- Ensure your whole head is in the frame
How to access French interpretation
If you need to access interpretation services during this webinar, please read these instructions. We will also review them at the beginning of the webinar and will be available for support if you encounter issues.
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Panelists
 Lindsay Dandridge, MFC, ISA Certified Arborist, Urban Forestry Technician, Parks & Open Spaces, City of Calgary |
 Frédéric Frigault, Forestry Technician, Groupement forestier des Cantons
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 Jeanette Merrick, ISA Trained Arborist, Climber, Faller, Tree Risk Assessor, Plant Health Specialist & Tree AdvocateOkanagan College Horticulture Instructor Okanagan Xeriscape Association, Kelowna Tree Protectors & Landscape Care Guild active member |
 Ben Patton, Founder/President, TreeCycle Canada |
Moderator
Jerri Taylor, Director, Career Pathways and Diversity
Jerri leverages successful tools and resources to build support programs for diverse young people as they navigate green careers. She leads the career pathways programming, the Green Mentor program, and the Green Jobs employer training efforts.
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