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Environmental Regulation & Compliance Essentials 2019 Brownfields Regulation and Compliance: What’s New for 2019 Environmental Due Diligence for Supervisors and Managers Managing Industrial Emissions: Air, GHGs, Odour, and Noise Dealing with Spills and Environmental Emergencies Environmental Management System Synergies Environmental Impact Assessments, Approvals and Permitting Water & Wastewater: Regulation and Compliance 2019 Visit www.canect.net to learn more and register. MAY 7 – 9, 2019 | THE VENETIAN BANQUET & HOSPITALITY CENTRE 219 Romina Drive, Vaughan, Ontario Help us help the environment! This brochure has been printed on paper certified by the Forest Stewardship Council of Canada and on an environmental friendly waterless printing press. It has been designed as a self-mailer to remove the need for an envelope. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, if the adjacent label is incorrect, please make sure that this brochure is re-routed to the person in your organization for whom environmental compliance is an important concern. Please fax label corrections to 905-841-7271, or email [email protected]. Route to: Also route to:
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Help us help the environment! This brochure has been printed on paper certified by the Forest Stewardship Council of Canada and on an environmental friendly waterless printing press. It has been designed as a self-mailer to remove the need for an envelope. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, if the adjacent label is incorrect, please make sure that this brochure is re-routed to the person in your organization for whom environmental compliance is an important concern. Please fax label corrections to 905-841-7271, or email [email protected].

MAY 7 – 9, 2019 | THE VENETIAN BANQUET & HOSPITALITY CENTRE219 Romina Drive, Vaughan, Ontario

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Help us help the environment! This brochure has been printed on paper certified by the Forest Stewardship Council of Canada and on an environmental friendly waterless printing press. It has been designed as a self-mailer to remove the need for an envelope. While every e� ort has been made to ensure accuracy, if the adjacent label is incorrect, please make sure that this brochure is re-routed to the person in your organization for whom environmental compliance is an important concern. Please fax label corrections to 905-841-7271, or email [email protected].

Route to: Also route to:

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PARTNERS OF CANECT19

Acute Environmental & Safety Inc. .....#108www.acuteservices.com

LimeGREEN Equipment Inc. ....................#111www.limegreeninc.com

Warren’s Waterless Printing ..................#103www.warrenswaterless.com

Dragun Corporation ....................................#104www.dragun.com

Drain-All Ltd. ...................................................#110www.drainall.com

Environment and Climate Change Canada...............................................#105

Eurofi ns Environment Testing ...............#117www.eurofi ns.ca

Health Canada ................................................#106

Neothane Inc. ..................................................#114www.neothane.com

Royal Roads University ..............................#115www.royalroads.ca

RWDI ....................................................................#109www.rwdi.com

SciCorp International .................................#112www.scicorp.net

Sirati & Partners Consultants ................#118www.sirati.ca

Tavares Group Consulting ........................#107www.tavaresgroupconsulting.com

Testmark Laboratories Ltd. .....................#113www.testmark.ca

Vector Process Equipment Inc. .............#101www.vectorprocess.com

“There really isn’t another forum for environmental professionals to get this breadth of exposure in a single event.”

M A N A G E R , E N V I R O N M E N T A L M A N A G E M E N T , S A F E T Y | M E T R O L I N X

CANECT19 EXHIBITORS*Connect with environmental consultants, service and equipment companies in the CANECT Exhibitor Zone. See the latest in technology and equipment, and learn how CANECT exhibitors can help you meet your environmental and due diligence needs. See more exhibitor information at www.canect.net/#sponsors

Exhibitor ............................................................... booth #

CERCNCanadian Environmental Regulation and Compliance News

*As of February 19, 2019

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Why you should attend CANECTFor over 26 years CANECT has established an unprecedented mandate to identify and share the best environmental experts in the country. Our customers overwhelmingly agree that CANECT courses address real challenges facing organizations, and provide relevant and practical information for today’s fast paced environmental landscape.

Attending CANECT’s courses will help busy managers and supervisors keep up to date with new environmental regulations, while expanding awareness and spreading best practices.

“CANECT courses provide invaluable information pertaining to environmental compliance, best practices and the latest regulatory developments.”

E N V I R O N M E N T A L S P E C I A L I S T | J A Z Z A V I A T I O N

Location detailsThe Venetian Banquet and Hospitality Centre 219 Romina Drive, Vaughan, Ontario

· Comfortable table seating · Breakfast, coffee breaks, lunch provided · Free and convenient parking · Located near 400 and 407 highways · Nearby attractions, shopping and dining · Only 20 minutes from Pearson

International Airport · Close to the new Vaughan TTC Station

EVENT SCHEDULE

May 7 May 8 May 9

Registration/Breakfast: 8 a.m. – 9 a.m. 8 a.m. – 9 a.m. 8 a.m. – 9 a.m.

Courses Begin: 9 a.m. 9 a.m. 9 a.m.

Lunch: Noon – 1 p.m. Noon – 1 p.m. Noon – 1 p.m.

Courses End: 4:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m.

Exhibitor Zone: 12 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Networking reception 4:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.

CONTACT

For questions or more information, call or email Darlann Passfield, 905-727-4666, ext. 30, [email protected]

Top titles of past attendees include:

· Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Managers

· Director, Environmental Services/Operations

· Environmental Advisor/Coordinator/Consultant/Manager/Officer/Specialist

· Health, Safety, Environment Managers · Operations Managers; Company Presidents · Principals · Project Engineers · Project Managers

Benefits include: · Certificate of Attendance showing

Continuing Education Credits (CECs) · Access leading experts for

one-on-one discussions · Demonstrate your organization’s

commitment to environmental due diligence

· Valuable course materials · Update your knowledge of new regulations · Connect with technology

and service providers · Networking opportunities

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COURSE CHAIRS

Len Griffi thsPartnerBennett Jones LLP

Sarah GilbertCounselBennett Jones LLP

SPEAKERS

Andrew ChachulaAssociateBennett Jones LLP

Gord ReusingPrincipalGHD

Julia SchatzPartnerBennett Jones LLP

TBDMinistry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks

COURSE TOPICS

Overview of environmental regulation and compliance

Key sources of environmental law in Canada

Spills and discharges Prohibitions Reporting Prevention and mitigation

The regulation of air, odour, noise and GHG emissions in Ontario

The protection of water Sewage approvals Permits to take water Clean Water Act, 2006 and Fisheries Act Municipal by-laws

Environmental approvals and EASRs in Ontario Modernization of approvals What is next?

Waste management, excess soil, and the Waste-Free Ontario Act, 2016 What is waste? Practical tips for waste management Excess soil development Waste diversion

Enforcement activities and trends Administrative penalties and offi cer & director liability Inspections and Investigations

Due diligence, emergency preparedness and response What to do if an incident occurs

Hot topics including key environmental cases

Question & answer period Me, personally liable? What is management and control How to protect yourself

1A: Environmental Regulation &Compliance Essentials 2019For more than 22 years, this course has provided Canada’s leading update and overview on environmental regulation and compliance for both seasoned environmental professionals and those new to environmental responsibilities. Let our team guide you through the essential, need-to-know changes to the regulatory regime that have occurred. Rely on our approachable expert panel to help provide practical answers to the questions that most concern you.

� For full course details and speaker information, visit: www.canect.net/course-1a

May 7

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COURSE CHAIR

Janet BobechkoSenior Partner, Certifi ed Specialist (Environmental Law)Norton Rose Fulbright LLP

SPEAKERS

Dr. Krista BarfootPrincipal Brownfi eld TechnologistJacobs

Dr. Glenn FergusonVice President / Senior Environmental Health ScientistIntrinsik

Robert FrankPartnerNorton Rose Fulbright Canada LLP

Dr. Scott Grieco, PhD, PEGlobal Environmental SolutionsJacobs

Ken GuetterSenior HydrogeologistAECOM

David HopperSenior Engineer, Manager – Site Assessment and RemediationBluMetric Environmental Inc.

J.P. MariniTerranova Environmental Services Inc.

Dr. Taras (Terry) ObalDirector, Scientifi c Services and DevelopmentMaxxam Analytics

Dr. Michael SklashDragun Corp

Grant WalsomPartnerXCG Consulting Limited

(TBC) Policy AdvisorEnvironmental Policy BranchMinistry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks

COURSE TOPICS

What’s new: Excess soil management in Ontario: Update from a practitioner’s approach to brownfi elds development Overview of brownfi elds in the new government’s environmental plan Update on the status of Ontario’s new excess soils regulation

· Ontario’s best management practices policy and framework· Compliance and enforcement of excess soil management laws

Overview of the site and risk assessment regime Background on the use of risk assessment under O. Reg. 153/04 (as amended) Use of the Tier 2 Modifi ed Generic Risk Assessment (MGRA) vs Tier 3 RA process Review of recent revisions and updates to the MGRA process What these changes mean for sites trying to get a RSC

Law, liability and due diligence: What site owners and consultants need to know Review of recent civil case law and recent Environmental Review Tribunal cases How far can liability for historic contamination extend? Off -site migration dilemmas

Emerging contaminants Current regulatory status and recent updates PFAS in wastewater and wastewater treatment PFAS relating to biosolids, landfi ll migration and air dispersion

Vapour intrusion: Emphasis on practicality for due diligence RAs Navigating the regulatory framework Best practices: Leveraging current/accepted science Optimizing IA mitigation and verifi cation

Planning and budgeting for site remediation Making fi nancial evaluations of environmental issues Municipalities and brownfi elds development – an update and tips

· New powers for municipalities under section 34.1 to the Planning Act· Potential implications of the new Ford government’s approach to brownfi elds development

Emerging remediation and delineation technologies Contaminant distribution modeling and advanced tools to solve groundwater issues

Question & answer period: Management and development of contaminated sitesA wide-ranging open panel discussion led by Janet Bobechko and speakers on current issues

1B: Brownfi elds Regulation and Compliance:What’s New for 2019This popular one-day compliance “clinic” provides an essential update to enable consultants, governments, proponents, developers, municipalities, and environmental managers to successfully navigate practical issues arising from the new rules for excess soil, contaminated sites, risk assessment and liability.

� For full course details and speaker information, visit: www.canect.net/course-1b

May 7

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COURSE CHAIR

Albert EngelPartnerFogler, Rubinoff LLP

SPEAKERS

Nicholas AdamsonCrown CounselMinistry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks

Michael AtlasAssociate General CounselToronto Transit Commission

Tom Baumgarten, P.Eng.Senior Environmental EngineerGolder Associates

Stan BergerPartnerFogler, Rubinoff LLP

Warren Croft, P.Eng.PrincipalGHD

Michael DeWitTechnical Director, Management Systems and AuditingICF

COURSE TOPICS

Nuisance, neighbours and NGOs: Navigating your safe passage through the legal minefi eld Canadian environmental law aff ecting your organization and notable cases, class actions and orders Avoiding Civil Actions by neighbors and regulatory action by government

Good defences make good neighbours: Strategies to avoid civil liability and orders Practical strategies to defuse your neighbours’ concerns How can you eff ectively communicate with neighbours and NGOs Keep the Ministry “on side” despite neighbours and NGOs objections Case histories and the lessons they teach us

Stopping a prosecution before it starts: Fostering good relations with the Ministry Working with the Ministry’s Compliance Policy Practices to manage the Ministry’s demands for information Establish an environmental management system Understand the regulatory requirements relating to timelines; actions and reporting

Stopping a prosecution before it starts: Best management practices are also the best defence strategy View points: Lawyer, Ministry, Consultant

ISO 14015 A potential ISO-related framework capable of embracing and integrating all aspects of environmental

due diligence

Working through common due diligence scenarios: Interactive panel discussion

Due diligence checklist for senior managers A “take away” due diligence checklist for senior managers

Question & answer period

2A: Environmental Due Diligence for Supervisors and Managers: Practical Strategies for Avoiding Environmental LiabilityEnvironmental due diligence has become the indispensable “gold standard” whereby owners, managers and supervisors can defend themselves against a myriad of environmental litigation risks from a variety of sources: Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) investigators, neighbours, NGOs, and even rival businesses.

Attend this course to receive an insider’s guide to how best demonstrate and document your organization’s due diligence and successfully defend the reputation of its owners, offi cers and employees.

� For full course details and speaker information, visit: www.canect.net/course-2a

May 8

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COURSE CHAIRS

Brad BergeronVice President, IndustryRWDI

John GeorgakopoulosPartner, Certifi ed Environmental Law SpecialistWillms & Shier Environmental Lawyers LLP

SPEAKERS

Giselle DavidianAssociateWillms & Shier Environmental Lawyers LLP

Kyle HellewellSenior Noise EngineerRWDI

Christina MarcianoSenior AssociateSussex Strategy Group

Sarah PellattSenior ScientistRWDI

Rachel SkeochSenior Air Quality ScientistRWDI

Jacquelyn StevensPartnerWillms & Shier Environmental Lawyers LLP

Martin VroeghSenior Director, Greenhouse Gas Reduction TechnologiesOntario Centres of Excellence

Annik WhiteSenior Air Quality EngineerRWDI

InvitedMinistry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks

COURSE TOPICS

Air, noise and odour emissions: Managing environmental risks and liabilities Overview of regulations governing industrial air emissions Role and jurisdiction of federal and provincial governments, and indigenous groups Strategies to manage environmental liabilities related to air, noise and odour emissions

Managing nuisance issues: Courts and tribunals Case law updates: Lessons learned from recent cases – civil, prosecutions, and ERT Dealing with land use, zoning issues and confl icts LPAT/OMB

Managing noise, odour and dust – Permitting/approvals Noise nuisance permitting Air quality nuisance aspects – odour and dust

Managing air emissions approvals in Ontario EASRs – lessons learned; planning for an audit Making changes to approvals – Schedule 3 Approval update regarding eECAs Air emissions standards and updated dispersion models

Reducing GHG emissions: Life beyond cap and trade New federal backstop program Provincial approach to GHGs What’s next?

Federal carbon policy, and backstop pricingAn output-based pricing system (OBPS) for industrial facilities

Case study: Cleantech is making a diff erence for low carbon economies

Case study: How cannabis producers are dealing with environmental challengesCanada’s fl edgling cannabis industry is providing many examples of the do’s and don’ts of responding to traditional challenges of improving community relations; dealing with neighbours’ complaints; and complying with odour and light emissions regulations and by-laws.

Industrial air emissions: Question & answer period

2B: Managing Industrial Air EmissionsThis popular course is constantly being updated to deliver Canada’s most authoritative guide to complying with federal, provincial and municipal rules governing industrial air emissions and avoiding associated liability and nuisance issues resulting from emissions of noise, odour and dust. New for 2019, a cannabis producer case study provides many real-world examples of the do’s and don’ts associated with air, noise and odour emissions.

� For full course details and speaker information, visit: www.canect.net/course-2b

May 8

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COURSE CHAIR

Janet BobechkoSenior Partner, Certified Specialist (Environmental Law)Norton Rose Fulbright LLP

SPEAKERS

Sat AnandQuality & Regulatory ManagerAnco Chemicals Inc. and Chair,Toronto North Community Awareness and Emergency Response (CAER)

Dr. Carol Aziz, PhD, P.Eng., QPPrincipal ConsultantRamboll

Scott ConnorChief of TrainingTEAM-1 Academy Inc.

Jim DepaSenior Project ManagerSt. John - Mittelhauser & Associates

Theresa IpSpills Action Centre, MECP

Dr. Sue Kemball-Cook, PhDPrincipalRamboll

Rob ReadSenior Program OfficerEnvironment and Climate Change Canada

Carl SpensieriVice President, EnvironmentalBerkley Canada

Sharon WalkerManager, Emergency PlanningCity of Vaughan

COURSE TOPICS

ENVIRONMENTAL EMERGENCIES

Risk assessment: Modelling climate change-related risks and emergencies for industries and municipalities

Case study: Industrial site climate risk assessment Climate Adaptation Standards: How new standards can help mitigate risk

Complying with the new federal Environmental Emergency (E2) regulations Requirements and reporting under the current E2 Regulations New E2 Regulations, timing, additional substances, key changes, and new reporting system

Planning – Best practices in building and maintaining an effective industry E2 plan: A case study

Setting up an in-house ER plan & testing of an E2 plan

Practice – Organizing meaningful E2 exercises and drills E2 exercise planning: Conducting and evaluating E2 exercises

Emergency spill response in practice In-house pre-planning and preparation to minimize the effects of a chemical spill

· Practical lessons learned from case histories

SPILLS, LEAKS AND DISCHARGES

Overview of federal and provincial regulatory requirements

Transporting materials under the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act, 1992 Overview of spill-related regulations and reporting requirements

Spills, leaks and discharges: Overview of federal and provincial requirements Types of incidents that must be reported, cases resulting from a failure to report, and new trends

Reporting to the Spills Action Centre and other agencies

Environmental insurance solutions: For climate-related environmental emergencies and for spills, leaks and discharges

Managing risks and liabilities for facilities, consultants and contractors

Using 3D modeling technology to investigate chemical spills and plumes

Question & answer period

2C: Dealing with Spills and Environmental EmergenciesEnvironmental emergencies can result in a nightmare scenario for the unwary manager who must now consider risks associated with climate change in addition to dealing with more common spills, leaks and discharges that can prompt unwanted ministry investigations, fines and penalties, and damage community relations. Attend this course to be sure of your responsibilities; implement measures to increase resiliency, avoid liability, and encourage proactive best practices.

� For full course details and speaker information, visit: www.canect.net/course-2c

May 8

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COURSE CHAIR

Randy SinukoffSenior AssociateStantec Consulting Ltd.

SPEAKERS

Indra MaharjanProgram Manager, Engineering, Capital and Support ServicesOntario Clean Water Agency

Sandra TavaresPrincipalTavares Group Consulting Inc.

Steven ThomasManager Environmental ServicesGreater Toronto Airports Authority

TBCBSI Canada

COURSE TOPICS

Introduction: The synergies created by working with common management and auditing elements

ISO as a Best Practice Model · ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems; ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems; ISO

50001 Energy Management Systems; ISO 45001 Health & Safety Management Systems · Other management systems

Common features of management systems and common techniques to improve performance

Integration of management systems: Is it practical/possible/desirable? Exploring synergies with environment, health and safety, security, energy standards Identifying and quantifying the savings

Improving performance: Identifying synergies Existing internal organizational systems

· Risk management; training; data management; communications; records and auditing Establish performance measures

· Establishing and measuring baselines · Measuring risks & costs and opportunities & performance · Auditing · Benchmarking best practices

Systems of external organizations: Supply chains; industry organizations, government · Identifying third party relationships such as governments, standards setting organizations and the public · Using your networks: Utilizing ideas from facilities/ practitioners/ industries · Products vs. services · Working for mutual benefit and reduced footprint/cost · Extending control and influence (systems for collaboration)

Improving performance: Implementing synergies Change management: Balancing efficiency vs. personnel buy-in

· Simplifying processes and procedures · Capital vs. operating budgets · How to get buy-in from affected personnel · Working for benefit of personnel and the organization

Maximizing the efficiency of your registration effort: Insightful hints and tips Feedback and continual improvement: Risks and opportunities

Question & answer period

3A: Environmental Management System Synergies: Improve Efficiency and PerformanceThe establishment of an environmental management system is becoming an expectation of both regulators, investors and senior management. This popular CANECT course, led by environmental management expert, Randy Sinukoff, of Stantec Consulting Ltd., shows how to build-in efficiency and effectiveness into your EMS from start to finish by taking advantage of synergies in areas such as: risk management; training; data management; communications; records and performance monitoring; document control; and supplier relationships. Attend this course to learn how these best practices and strategies can help you and your organization save time and money while increasing effectiveness.

� For full course details and speaker information, visit: www.canect.net/course-3a

May 9

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COURSE CHAIRS

Jill BakerSenior Environmental and Social Assessment SpecialistGolder Associates Ltd.

Sean CapstickPrincipalGolder Associates Ltd.

SPEAKERS

Jane Glassco (TBC)Assistant DirectorMinistry of Environment, Conservation and Parks

Kate LiubanskyGolder Associates Ltd.

Rodney NortheyPartnerGowling WLG (Canada) LLP

COURSE TOPICS

Course introduction Five step process to receiving a timely approval Developing a strategy under the new environmental assessment and permits process

What’s new: Impact Assessment Act (IAA) and what it means to you An overview of the new federal IAA Comparison of Canadian Environmental Assessment Act (CEAA) 2012 and the new IAA, including:

Early planning phase, social and health impact assessment, and gender-based analysis New language of “adverse effects”

Determining and understanding engagement requirements Inclusive participation with Indigenous peoples Free and Prior Informed Consent (FPIC)

Integration of environmental assessment and provincial permitting approaches What does the new IAA do to facilitate integration? What’s new at the Provincial level Identifying your approval path “High risk” approvals vs. the Environmental Activity and Sector Registry (EASR) process Hints, tips and technologies to help with approvals management New Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks

(MECP) requirements regarding approvals and airsheds

Ontario’s Environmental Activity and Sector Registry Audit Process Review of the MECP pilot compliance audit process Summary of audit results to date

Regional assessments: Their role in project development and the approval process

Incorporating climate change considerations in impact assessments An overview of the guidance materials Integrating a climate lens on infrastructure projects and practical

steps to incorporate resilience into design Framing GHG emissions in the conflicting reductions strategies

Question & answer period with panel

3B: Navigating Federal and Provincial EA and Permitting Processes – A Guide to the New RulesBill C-69, the new Impact Assessment Act, sets up new rules regarding early engagement, indigenous consultations, social, health and climate change impact assessments for projects. In this new course, experts from Golder Associates describe the main features of the Act and show how these can dovetail with the latest in approvals modernization initiatives to produce an efficient and consistent approach to gaining, managing and maintaining approvals and authorizations.

In addition, feedback from the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks Environment Activity and Sector Registry compliance pilot program will be presented, including the most common issues identified.

� For full course details and speaker information, visit: www.canect.net/course-3b

May 9

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COURSE CHAIRS

Julie AboucharPartner, Certified Specialist in Environmental Law and in Indigenous Legal IssuesWillms & Shier Environmental Lawyers LLP

Rosanna DiLabio, P.Eng.Senior Client ManagerPinchin Ltd.

SPEAKERS

Richard ButlerPartnerWillms & Shier Environmental Lawyers LLP

Giovanni CautilloExecutive DirectorOntario Sewer and Watermain Construction Association

Edgar Tovilla, P.Eng.Manager of Water OperationsRegion of Peel – Public Works

COURSE TOPICS

Water & wastewater regulatory framework in OntarioOverview of the legislation governing water and wastewater in Ontario – Provincial, Federal and municipal regulation of water.

What’s new: Updates on Provincial and Federal legislation Proposed amendments to the Federal Fisheries Act Ontario’s proposed Environment Plan: Impacts on municipal wastewater and stormwater Permits to take water and water bottling plan extension

Case study introductionThis interactive case study features the Municipality of Maple Falls, a mid-sized municipality in central Ontario, and Down the Drain Inc., a family-run watermain construction company. These fictional companies run afoul of water laws in Ontario. Throughout the day, participants will be invited to role play, assess the application of water law, and analyze the municipality’s and company’s compliance.

Water and wastewater approvalsFollowing an update on municipal and provincial water approvals, participants will be invited to assess what approvals are required to construct in water, discharge into water and to take water, as well as ongoing compliance responsibilities following the initial approvals.

The discharge, violations and reportingAn update on reporting obligations and legal obligations for managing discharges and reporting. Participants will apply the law to identify potential violations and deal with an unexpected discharge event.

Environmental investigations: Rights and responsibilitiesParticipants will role-play environmental enforcement investigations, learning about do’s and don’ts and managing different investigation styles.

Charges and personal environmental liabilityUpdate on environmental liability for directors and officers, employees and consultants. Participants will apply the law to hypothetical directors, employees, consultants and contractors involved.

Defending your actions: Due diligenceUpdate on the legal defence of due diligence. Participants will evaluate the evidence about actions of the case study municipality and company, their employees and agents against this standard.

Closing remarks and question & answer period

3C: Water & Wastewater Regulation and Compliance: An Update and interactive Case HistoryJoin us for an update on water and wastewater legislation, and an interactive session that will walk participants through a case study designed to outline the regulatory framework around managing and troubleshooting common water and wastewater issues. The session will focus on the application of information presented by subject matter experts to the fictional scenario of a discharge into water during a construction project, resulting in management and employees preparing themselves for trial. Attendees will take away valuable lessons for the practical application in identifying, managing and mitigating environmental compliance risks in their workplace

� For full course details and speaker information, visit: www.canect.net/course-3c

May 9

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Register online at microspec.com/reg/canect2019

Register multiple persons online to secure discounts and for fast and secure service. For registration status inquiries only, call 888-780-9825. For general inquiries, phone Darlann Passfield at 905-727-4666, ext. 30, email: [email protected]

PRICING (Register for all three days and save $630. Register a colleague and save even more!)

Registration fees include: FREE hand-out materials Breakfast, coffee and lunch Networking reception Certificate of Attendance showing

Continuing Education Credits (CECs)

Hotel InformationSee website for special rate accommodations: www.canect.net/hotel

CANECT19 Registration

1st1-day single person registration = $730

2-day single person registration = $1150

3-day single person registration = $1560

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2. I am signing up for the following course(s): + +

(Identify course selection by course code e.g. 1A + 2B + 3C etc. See course pages for course code.)

3. Pay by: MASTERCARD VISA (check one)

Name on card (please print)

Card number Expiry

Signature Tel:

Paying by cheque? Cheques should be made payable to Environmental Science & Engineering Publications (HST #12265 4049 RT0001)

CANCELLATION POLICY

Refunds will be given for cancellations received in writing by April 19, 2019. Refunds cannot be given after this time. Delegate substitution is permitted at all times. Please note, if you register for the session and do not attend, you are still liable for the full fee.

PROGRAM CHANGES

The organizers reserve the right to change the program content and to substitute speakers and content where necessary without further notice. Should circumstances require it, the organizers also reserve the right to relocate and reschedule this event within a six-month period of the scheduled date and assume no liability for these changes.

OR

4. Mail forms with payment to:CANECT 2019, c/o Microspec Registration Services, 260 Edgeley Blvd, Unit 3, Vaughan, Ontario, Canada L4K 3Y4

Fax completed forms to:416-780-0290 or 888-780-0663

Email completed form(s) to: [email protected]

CANECT19 PRINT SPONSOR:

Warren’s Waterless Printing“Genuine environmental printing”

www.warrenswaterless.com


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