Based on your feedback BCQLO is back with a whole new module on Occupational Health and Safety built into the schedule. The updated course will be 2.5 days long with an examination following immediately on completion of an in class review.This is your chance to get the operator level training that you need! with the local content that you want!

SWANA Pacific Chapter Announces NEW Compost Facility Operator Course (March 26-March 28) You responded and we listened! Based on the overwhelming response in our Survey Monkey survey for training needs, we have moved quickly and partnered with Dr. John Paul of Transform Compost Systems to deliver the Compost Facility Operator Course. We have opted to make the Sheraton Vancouver Airport our facility of Choice for 2012 as it scored highest for ease of access from all parts of BC and the Yukon.

Are you or your staff adequately equipped and trained to operate your compost facility? This intensive three-day course provides a comprehensive understanding of the composting process and of the operational, technical, environmental, and legal issues related to large scale composting of organic waste material.

Click here to get all the details.

We have a great set of activities and sessions planned for the Thursday and Friday after our Spring Training Sessions. The Pacific Chapter will host its second annual Spring Networking Conference at the Sheraton Vancouver Airport.

• Specialty Round Tables - An afternoon of specialty round tables on Thursday, March 29.
• Exhibitor Displays, Sponsor and Exhibitor Welcome Reception on Thursday, March 29. SWANA folks network well any old time. Imagine a how you can start networking at this special kickoff reception! All are welcome. Table top displays remain up through Friday.
• Plenary and Break–out Technical Presentations (Friday) - SWANA’s traditional technical sessions. A focus on both policy  and practicality as planners and “rubber meets the road” speakers share their experience in all manner of materials diversion programmes and end disposal management. Updates on website!
• $195 Members / $245 Non Members includes all meals, snacks and reception

Training as well earlier in the week? SAVE!! With a full year of Membership benefits starting at $183 US, it pays for itself!

Click here for all the details and the registration form.

On Thursday September 15, 2011, the Ministry of Environment in collaboration with the Solid Waste Association of North America Pacific Chapter – BC and Yukon hosted a live meeting/limited access conference call regarding Packaging and Printed Paper.  You can get the synopsis here.