Invest in Your Career: Why Become Certified with ECO Canada

Are you passionate about shaping the future of Canada’s environmental sector? Whether your work focuses on air, land, or sea, join Helen Crawley and Coleen Mahoney for an engaging webinar designed for students and emerging professionals looking to establish themselves in the industry, or aspiring environmental professionals seeking career growth, professional recognition, and meaningful community connections.

This session will explore the many benefits of becoming part of ECO Canada’s thriving network of environmental professionals and earning Canada’s only Environmental Professional (EP®) designation. More than a certification, the EP® designation is a recognized symbol of professional excellence, credibility, and commitment to advancing environmental stewardship across Canada.

By attending this webinar, you’ll discover how ECO Canada can help you build your professional network, enhance your expertise, gain industry recognition, and position yourself for long-term career success.

Attendees will learn about:

• ECO Canada’s student membership and professional designations across the environmental disciplines of EP®, EP®(GHG) and SBEP
• The value and recognition of the EP® designation within the Canadian environmental sector.
• The supportive and inclusive community of like-minded professionals you’ll connect with.
• Career development resources and ongoing support available throughout your professional journey.
• Networking opportunities and curated events that foster meaningful industry connections.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Exclusive member perks, lifestyle discounts, and benefits available through membership.
• How professional designation can support career advancement, credibility, and leadership opportunities.

Speakers

Coleen Mahoney

Certification Coordinator, ECO Canada

Coleen has been with ECO Canada since January 2022, serving as Certification Coordinator. In her role, Coleen supports applicants throughout the certification process, helping them successfully navigate requirements and achieve their designations. With a background in environmental science and horticulture, Coleen brings valuable expertise to her work. She has extensive experience reviewing applications, applying policies and standards with rigor, and supporting both applicants and certification committees to ensure a fair and effective certification process.

Helen Crawley Bio

Team Lead Certification, ECO Canada

Helen has been with ECO Canada for 7 years.  Her primary role is to take care of ECO Canada’s EP membership, so she likes to describe herself as “the membership concierge”.  Helen’s background in pastoral care speaks to her excellent people skills as many are drawn in by her caring and bubbly personality.  She is a bit of a rock star amongst the membership as she is approachable, helpful and detail-oriented.  Many have complimented her on her fabulous and prompt customer service.  When they meet her in person, they feel they have a friend.