Environment, Science & Technology

Environment, Science, and Technology refers to investigating the social, political, economic, and cultural aspects of science and technology. 

Lakehead University’s Environment, Science, and Technology courses and programs offer learners with opportunities to broaden their knowledge, undertake professional development, and to develop practical skills.

Environment, Science & Technology
Early Mushroom Species Identification and Exploration
In this workshop, Early Mushroom Species Identification and Exploration participants will learn to identify mushrooms by examining spore colour, gill attachment, and growth substrate. We will learn to appreciate not only the incredible variety of early mushrooms but also the ways in which mushrooms support and communicate within an inter-relational, networking ecosystem.
Type
Workshop
Location
Orillia Campus
Other
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Late Mushroom Species Identification and Collection
This second mushroom workshop, Late Mushroom Species Identification and Collection builds on the first, focusing on the many species found later in the season specifically, but will also review elements from the first workshop concerning spore colour, gill attachment, and growth substrate.
Type
Workshop
Location
Orillia Campus
Other
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Certificate in Environmental Sustainability
The Certificate in Environmental Sustainability is open for admission to professionals who wish to pursue continuing professional education in environmental sustainability. Interested applicants may already have earned a four-year Honours Bachelors and/or a four-year or a three-year Bachelors undergraduate degree in a relevant field such as urban and regional planning, geography, interdisciplinary studies, biology, ecology and natural resource/environmental management, tourism etc. from a recognized post-secondary institution.
Type
Certificate
Location
Orillia Campus
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Certificate in Geomatics
The Certificate of Geomatics consists of five specific courses in geographical information systems, photogrammetry and aerial photo interpretation, cartography, remote sensing, and spatial analysis. This focus provides learners an understanding of geospatial technologies, how the world is being managed and modeled by such technologies, and the associated impacts on decision making.  All required courses include practical sessions collecting, processing, analyzing, and publishing geospatial information.
Type
Certificate
Location
Thunder Bay Campus
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Indigenous Transition Year Program (ITYP)
The Indigenous Transition Year Program (ITYP) is intended for learners of Indigenous ancestry who have not met the regular or mature university entry requirements or who require academic preparation to become eligible for admission to a Lakehead University program.
Type
Program
Location
Thunder Bay Campus
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The Nature Explorers With Technology (NEWT)
The Nature Explorers With Technology (NEWT) program, for youth 14 to 18 years old, is run in partnership with Lakehead University and Let’s Talk Science. NEWT develops naturalist skills of youth while participating in community science initiatives (e.g., iNaturalist) and practicing science communication.
Type
Program
Location
Thunder Bay Campus
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Ontario Bridge Training Program for Foresters
The Ontario Bridge Training Program for Foresters (OBTF) provides training and assessment for the 35 demonstrable competencies required for entry into the Profession of Forestry in Canada.
Type
Training
Location
Online
Hybrid
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Ontario Master Naturalist Program

The Ontario Master Naturalist Program (OMNP) is a community program established by Lakehead University Orillia in partnership with Ontario Nature. The first of its kind in Canada, the OMNP provides naturalists and those interested in nature and environmental stewardship the opportunity to broaden their knowledge and expertise of the natural world through formal training and guidance.

Type
Program
Location
Online
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Ontario Master Naturalist Workshops

The Ontario Master Naturalist Workshops (OMNW) offer a wide variety of topics to broaden your knowledge and expertise of the natural world. Workshop topics include an introduction to all of the species of Ontario dragonflies and damselflies, identifying fish families and species, sedge habitats, mammal tracking, fungi identification, and more.

Type
Workshop
Location
Orillia Campus
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Ontario Youth Naturalist Program
The Ontario Youth Naturalist Program encourages youth to broaden their knowledge of the natural world by learning about real-world environmental issues including wetlands, invasive species, agriculture, and more through hands-on experience.
Type
Program
Location
Online
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