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An Information Service for Alberta’s Environment Industry The Week Ending April 25th, 2014

STAFF CHANGES AT ESAA After ten years with the Association, Joe Barraclough has decided that the time has come for him to step aside from full time work and enjoy time with his family. His last day with ESAA will be June 30, 2014, but will be on vacation starting on April 22nd.

During Joe’s tenure, ESAA achieved the financial self-sufficiency independent of

U government funding that enabled ESAA to purchase its office space in south Edmonton. In addition to maintaining strong ties with Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resource Inside this Issue: Development, Joe helped to build strong working relations with other provincial sister • Alberta Tier 1 and Tier 2 associations such as Quebec's Reseau enivronnement and local organizations like the Guidelines – 2014 Recycling Council of Alberta. Version Released • CEMA Optimistic for ESAA's Board of Directors and staff wish Joe all the best and thank him for the efforts 2014 after Rocky Year made at ESAA. • AER Permits CNRL to Resume Steam Injection The Board of Directors is currently evaluating the position and is in the process of Near Primrose Leaks beginning the recruitment process. Further details will be released later this year. In the • Forty-Four Years of meantime, Joe Chowaniec will be the main point of contact for all ESAA matters. Earth Day • New ESAA Member • Upcoming Events REMTECH 2014 - CALL FOR ABSTRACTS • Job Board DEADLINE MAY 30, 2014 • and much more …. October 15-17, 2014 Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel

U The Environmental Services Association of Alberta (ESAA) invites you to submit The ESAA Weekly abstracts for technical presentations focusing on technologies for the remediation of News is published contaminated soil. weekly by:

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ALBERTA TIER 1 AND 2 GUIDELINES - 2014 VERSION RELEASED Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resource Development has released revised versions of the Alberta Tier 1 Soil and Groundwater Remediation Guidelines and the Alberta Tier 2 Soil and Groundwater Remediation Guidelines.

Most of the guideline revisions are due to the recent release of the Environmental Quality Guidelines for Alberta Surface Waters (released April 14, 2014). Updates have also been made where CCME Environmental Quality Guidelines have changed. A set of tables is attached showing revised Tier 1 guidelines in red. The Tier 2 document has been updated to ensure consistency with Tier 1.

A number of minor revisions have been made in the text to update references, etc. The following changes have also been made for clarification.

• Section 2.3.4 – use of subsoil guidelines • Section 2.4.2 has been revised in both the Tier 1 and Tier 2 documents to provide guidance on the use of anthropogenic background in site assessments. A number of minor revisions have been made in the text for clarification. • Tier 1 Tables– a footnote has been added to clarify analysis of phenol (Tables 1 and 2) and sulphide (Table 2 only)

Revisions to the Subsoil Salinity Tool are underway and the new version will be announced when it is ready.

The 2014 editions of the Alberta Tier 1 and 2 guidelines and the Subsoil Salinity Tool come into effect on December 1, 2014. Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resource Development and the Alberta Energy Regulator will continue to accept applications for reclamation certificates and remediation certificates that are compliant with the 2010 edition of the Alberta Tier 1 and 2 guidelines provided the laboratory analytical data report(s) from a Phase 2 environmental site assessment or confirmatory sampling event is dated on or before November 30, 2014.

The Alberta Tier 1 and Tier 2 guidelines are available at: http://esrd.alberta.ca/lands-forests/land- industrial/inspections-and-compliance/alberta-soil-and-groundwater-remediation-guidelines.aspx

The Environmental Quality Guidelines for Alberta Surface Waters are available at: http://esrd.alberta.ca/water/education-guidelines/surface-water-quality-guidelines-and-objectives.aspx

Questions and comments should be sent to:

Land and Forestry Policy Branch 10th Floor, 9820 - 106 Street NW Edmonton, Alberta T5K 2J6 Phone: (780) 427-6210 Email: [email protected]

CALGARY PLANS TO BAN COMMERCIAL DUMPING OF CARDBOARD BY 2018 (Source: Calgary Herald) Calgary plans to ban businesses from dumping cardboard at landfills by 2018 and compostable organic waste by 2019, but officials hope lighter inducements will get businesses to green their waste systems before then.

A recycling company urged a council committee Wednesday to speed up plans to get easily recycled paper products out of the landfill — where they make up nearly one-eighth of everything dumped.

“If there’s no legislation that’s telling you not to throw it in the garbage, there’s a good chance you just will,” said Spencer Kennedy of Urban Impact.

“And it has surprised me that one can go to the (city) landfill and unload a truck of cardboard boxes.”

The 78,000 tonnes of cardboard and paper businesses trash each year has such a value on the recycling market that Kennedy said he’d scavenge for it at the landfill if he could.

But the city and councillors prefer a softer approach before landfills actually begin turning away paper or cardboard loads.

Next January, city landfills would begin charging $150 per tonne for paper or cardboard, instead of the regular $107 rate. Then the city would mandate recycling for all businesses in 2017, and then follow that with a ban.

Many companies that still don’t recycle may when they’re faced with financial signals to do so, said Christina Seidel, executive director of the Recycling Council of Alberta.

“The ban then becomes the last piece for those last organizations that just won’t play otherwise. So you save that in your back pocket for the end,” she said.

Major companies are generally good at recycling, and will have strategies. A Delta Hotels official came to committee to say they divert the majority of waste they produce, as part of a corporate plan.

Coun. Peter Demong said setting up multiple waste programs can be difficult for smaller, stand-alone businesses.

“When you’re a mom-and-pop shop or a restaurant that has one or two employees and two part-timers, this is something that hangs on the edge. And you’ve got space concerns and how do you go about doing this?” He also prefers the gradual approach the city has taken.

Councillors were surprised to hear how much cardboard is trashed each year by businesses.

“Why is that such a huge component when we all know to do it, and it’s the easiest thing?” Coun. Brian Pincott said.

Gilles Catellier’s interior contracting company, Ice-House Enterprises, is one firm that doesn’t yet recycle cardboard

He recycles paper and boxes at home, but the time it would take for his crews to separate materials at work sites and find places to divert them isn’t worthwhile.

Sometimes he will bring full trucks of cardboard to the landfill. He’ll pay what he has to.

“It kind of makes me feel bad, but what do I do?” Catellier said.

He was enticed once by a city landfill program that offered discounted tipping fees for recycling boxboard. But crews made him feed by hand pieces into a community depot-style green bin, and it was too tedious, Catellier said.

Dave Griffiths, the city’s director of waste and recycling services, agreed his landfills do need to devise a more convenient option for business customers that want to do the right thing.

Calgary has had some success getting construction companies to keep recyclable materials like concrete, asphalt or wood out of the waste stream with a higher surcharge, Seidel said.

“The private sector is if you want to encourage something, make it economically attractive,” she said. “That’s the language they’d really understand and respond to.”

Education programs, which are also part of the city’s plan, are vital, she added.

Calgary, which aims to divert 80 per cent of waste from city landfills by 2020, has been a laggard on this front before — it was one of the last major Canadian cities to offer curbside recycling pickup, and still lacks rules for condo buildings.

But its plan for business recycling could make the city a leader in Alberta, Seidel said.

CEMA OPTIMISTIC FOR 2014 AFTER ROCKY YEAR (Source: Fort McMurray Today) After facing an uncertain future and slashed budget, a Wood Buffalo group tasked with studying the oilsands is feeling optimistic about 2014.

According to Glen Semenchuk, executive director for the Cumulative Environmental Management Association, the environmental group was able to continue with vital projects and research in the region. However, with industry stakeholders cutting funding, research in 2013 stagnated.

“It was a bit of a stressful year in that we had to do more with less,” said Semenchuk. “We basically accomplished all the key projects, but we didn’t get to do everything we wanted to do.”

Reclamation guides, which are usually updated every three to five years, went unattended during 2013. The reclamation working group was one of the hardest hit, facing a 30% funding cut.

The smaller budget meant reclamation guides, which are usually updated every three to five years, went unaltered. However, Semenchuk says they have been made a priority for 2014.

Other projects requiring field work were given smaller study areas or reduced schedules due to funding. Many proposed study areas south of Fort McMurray, where much of the oilsands’ in situ operations take place, were ignored.

“We’ve had to focus on finishing off things, but new areas that working groups want to go into we’ve had to curtail them,” said Semenchuk. “The big success we had were the recruitment of a stronger aboriginal caucus.”

In March, the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation rejoined CEMA, after leaving in 2007. ACFN leadership felt that, under CEMA’s old management style, industry stakeholders were drowning their voice. The Mikisew Cree First Nation rejoined CEMA in 2011, after leaving for similar reasons.

Semenchuk says CEMA is also making progress on a guide that will help industry and politicians understand aboriginal cultural and traditional knowledge. The study is in its final stages and is expected to be submitted to government in late 2015. CEMA's annual report indicates board members are optimistic about this study.

CEMA's annual report also shows several frameworks related to air quality and water management of the Athabasca River are being reviewed by the province.

The future of the 12-year-old organization is up to Robin Campbell, the province’s newly appointed environment minister.

On Jan. 1, CEMA was facing layoffs, terminated contracts on scientific research and eviction from their Fort McMurray offices when companies provided a $400,000 cash boost, enough to cover the bills and continue existing research projects. The group passed a budget of approximately $5 million at the end of the month.

A 2013 provincial review showed industry groups still want CEMA shut down or to reevaluate their mandate. Environment Alberta has ordered a followup review.

“Industry indicated that, until CEMA’s role is clearly defined, they are looking to limit funding,” said Semenchuk. “I’m always an optimist. I have to be the optimist, and it’s come out that government are fairly strong supporters in our good work. Everyone acknowledges the quality of our work. The problem is, where do we focus on our work?”

CEMA was established in 2001 by former Premier Ralph Klein. Its mandate is to address the environmental footprint of the oil industry. The agency prides itself for being the only scientific panel that includes traditional and cultural knowledge from Aboriginal stakeholders.

Policy recommendations would only be approved when consensus was reached by all members, which is comprised of the oil industry, the Government of Alberta, Aboriginal stakeholders, and NGOs.”

ALBERTA REGULATOR PERMITS OILSANDS GIANT TO RESUME STEAM INJECTION NEAR PRIMROSE LEAKS (Source: Edmonton Journal) EDMONTON - Oilsands giant CNRL won approval to resume pumping high-pressure steam into wells on its Cold Lake lease near four sites where bitumen continues to leak to the surface uncontrolled.

The Alberta Energy Regulator has not yet determined the cause of the leaks, which totalled almost 12,000 barrels in the past year. Late last week, it approved the company’s application to resume steam injection, with lower steam pressures, to keep its Primrose wells producing.

But environmentalists say allowing steam injection to start again on the Primrose lease is premature, especially since it is not known how to stop the leaks, and the same geological formation is involved in leaks in 2013 and in 2009.

In its production, Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. sends steam into the ground for weeks, builds up pressure, melts the bitumen, then brings it back up the same well — called high-pressure cyclical steaming.

This spring steaming cycle is the first injection since the leaks were discovered last May. The steaming cycle is needed to keep the wells producing.

Early last spring, the company discovered three sites where sticky bitumen had flowed into the forest, covering vegetation, and was leaking into a small lake, which has since been drained to expose the fissures on the bottom.

One theory says high-pressure steam is cracking the caprock and allowing the bitumen to flow to the surface. The company says the underground leaks start at faulty well bores.

AER spokesperson Tracey Moore said the risk of more leaks is reduced by using lower steam pressure and requiring the company to check well bores for potential leaks.

“We believe there is reduced risk, and we approved the application,” said Moore.

The steam injection can resume in existing wells about 600 metres from the restricted zones around the four leak sites. No new wells can be drilled, under the approval.

As per last summer’s orders, steaming will not be allowed within one kilometre of each leak site, she added. The one-kilometre zone was determined by team of reservoir engineers and geologists, she added.

Greenpeace called on the AER to reject all new steaming applications “until its investigation is complete, the spills are stopped, and solutions to prevent them are fully identified.”

“The AER approval (shows) CNRL’s profit margin is more important than the health of the environment or communities,” said Mike Hudema of Greenpeace.

Erin Flanagan of the Pembina Institute, an environmental think-tank and research group, said the AER is “taking the risky path forward” by allowing steam injection to resume when it can’t stop the leaks.

“The last thing Alberta needs or the industry is to have additional blow-outs here,” Flanagan said.

CNRL blames well bore failures, but “they haven’t produced any evidence to substantiate that,” she said.

Also, in its decision, the regulator signalled it is taking a narrower view of who qualifies as a legitimate party to raise concerns on an application.

The regulator dismissed a letter of concern filed by the Pembina Institute opposing the resumption of steam injection, said Moore.

The institute “is not a property owner and also is not directly and adversely affected” by the application, she said.

Flanagan said that “very narrow” definition of public interest is disappointing and should prompt a public discussion.

“I think every Albertan has an interest in safe and efficient oil production,” she said.

She also called on the regulator to release the new pressure levels so independent experts could evaluate its safety.

“We just don’t know if the lower pressure will make a difference,” she added.

The AER has not released a timeline for completing its investigation.

An investigation into the 2009 leaks said there was no evidence of well bore failure. It raised concerns about cracks in the caprock, but came to no final conclusion.

The leaks stopped during the winter, but are expected to resume when the weather warms up.

PHASING OUT 5,000 UNSAFE RAIL CARS 'A BIG STEP FORWARD' AFTER LAC-MEGANTIC (Source: CTV News) The federal government’s decision to phase out unsafe rail tank cars and immediately prevent 5,000 of them from carrying dangerous goods is “a big step forward” in rail safety, the president of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities said Wednesday.

Claude Dauphin told CTV’s Power Play that he’s satisfied with Ottawa’s move to adopt major rail safety recommendations of the Transportation Safety Board in the wake of last year’s deadly train derailment in Lac- Megantic, Que.

He said he would give Transport Minister Lisa Raitt an “A” for adopting the TSB’s recommendations and moving to protect municipalities from train derailments and spills.

Fire fighters keep watering DOT-111 tanker cars railway cars the day after a train derailed causing explosions of railway cars carrying crude oil in Lac-Megantic, Que., Sunday, July 7, 2013. (Paul Chiasson / THE CANADIAN PRESS)

“Railway safety is very important for our members, for our citizens,” Dauphin said.

Raitt announced Wednesday that 5,000 of the least crash-resistant tank cars, known as DOT-111, will have to be removed from dangerous goods transport in 30 days. Other tankers carrying crude oil and ethanol must be phased out or retrofitted within three years.

Raitt told Power Play that the transport cars will have to meet new safety standards by May 1, 2017. If the standards are not met, the cars won’t be allowed to move crude oil or ethanol.

Railways must now also do risk assessments for trains carrying dangerous goods through municipalities, and rail carriers will also be required to prepare emergency response assistance plans for shipments of all petroleum products, including everything from crude oil to diesel.

Carriers have also been ordered to make their emergency response plans public.

“(The plans) will be available to immediately fire departments, police departments and so on, to let them know what they’re dealing with when there is a derailment,” Transport Action Canada president David Jeanes said. “That was the problem in Lac-Megantic.”

After the Lac-Megantic disaster, the U.S.-owned Montreal, Maine and Atlantic Railway couldn’t cover damages and cleanup cost. Now, Ottawa is also requiring rail carriers to beef up their insurance.

Raitt said the new rules will also require trains carrying dangerous goods to travel at a maximum speed of 80 kilometres per hour.

Raitt said she struck a committee on the matter back in November, and representatives from the rail industry were involved in discussing the safety improvements.

Dauphin said the Federation of Canadian Municipalities agrees with the new rules, but does not want to see local taxpayers on the hook for the emergency response assistance plans. The cost of drawing up those plans must be covered by the industry, he said.

DOT-111 tank cars make up about 70 per cent of all tankers on North American rails. Concerns about their safety date back at least 20 years.

Although the Conservatives have been praised for taking action, the Opposition says three years is too long to wait for the phase-out or retrofitting of the tankers.

“What’s going to happen within the next three years,” said the NDP’s transport critic Hoang Mai. “They are definitely what we call ticking time bombs.”

FORTY-FOUR YEARS OF EARTH DAY (Source: New York Times) When environmentalists proclaimed the first Earth Day, on this date in 1970, the air was filled with doomsday predictions. At the initial rallies to mark the day, people warned of overpopulation, a denuded planet, hundreds of millions of people starving to death, a new Ice Age or the greenhouse effect. Many — though not all, obviously — of those forecasts were off.

Forty-four years later, human-caused climate change has grown into the dominant concern for environmentalists and governments. America’s environmental problems are less severe, thanks in part to a market economy’s ability to produce new technologies and in part to the political action that the environmental movement produced. But the global problem — like choking smog in developing economies, rising sea levels and the rise in the planet’s temperature — remains worrisome.

Here is our overview of how the environment has changed in the 44 years since April 22, 1970:

We breathe cleaner air. Los Angeles, for example, was infamous for its smog back then. Air pollution there, as measured by ground-level ozone, has dropped from 0.58 parts per million to 0.151 p.p.m. Yet this happened while car-loving California drove twice as much over that period. Why?

12:09 a.m., Cleveland The Cuyahoga River caught fire in 1969 because it was so polluted. “The Flats,” near where the river empties into Lake Erie, is still home to factories, but the water has grown less polluted.

Peter Larson for The New York Times

. . . partly because gasoline-powered cars are more fuel-efficient. In 1970, the average for cars was 13.5 miles per gallon; now it’s 22.6 m.p.g. Light trucks: 10 m.p.g. vs. 18.1 m.p.g. But the overall fuel efficiency has improved less — 13 m.p.g. vs. 20.7 m.p.g.— because a higher proportion of S.U.V.'s and pickups are on today’s highways.)

The per capita use of fossil fuels has decreased. America consumed 14.7 million barrels of oil per day in 1970. It consumed 18.9 million barrels last year, a 29 percent increase. But the United States now has 54 percent more people and the economy is 15 times larger. Other industries have mirrored the automakers and figured out how to do more with less. For the state of the planet, of course, the total number matters more than the per-capita number.

We recycle more. In 1970, an average American produced 3.3 pounds of trash a day; almost all of it ended up in landfills or incinerators. By 2012, that American produced 4.4 pounds each day and sent 54 percent of it to landfills or incinerators. The rest was recycled, composted or burned for energy, options that barely existed in 1970. Plastics represented only 2.6 percent of the nation’s trash in 1970 but now account for 17.6 percent, posing a particular challenge since many types of plastics neither decompose in landfills nor recycle easily.

Rivers don’t burn. The Cuyahoga River in Cleveland caught fire in 1969 because it was so polluted. A survey at the time found that not a single species of fish existed in the lower part of the river, which empties into Lake Erie. Biologists recently counted 32. Average dissolved oxygen levels went from 2 milligrams per liter to above 6. Kayakers and canoers now jostle for room on the river along with ships.

The bald eagle is back. Spotting the national bird in 1970 was a rare treat. There were fewer than 800 breeding pairs in the lower 48 states in 1970. While they still can’t be taken for granted, the eagles are common along America’s waterways. The National Audubon Society, using its Christmas Bird Count, estimates there may now be more than five times as many, while federal government data suggests the population has grown more than 10 times. No one knows for sure because, with the bird out of danger, many states have stopped counting them.

But the atmosphere is still full of CFCs. At the time of the first Earth Day, chemicals known as chlorofluorocarbons or CFCs (among them the well-known brand Freon) were in worldwide use as refrigerants and propellants in aerosols. It wasn’t until later in the 1970s that scientists discovered their destructive effects on the ozone layer.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration began tracking atmospheric concentrations of CFC-11, one of the most significant types, in 1977, measuring it at about 140 parts per trillion. That number nearly doubled, to 270 parts per trillion, in 1994 before beginning a slow decline as production was phased out and existing CFCs were replaced by other chemicals. In January 2014, the concentration measured 233.8 parts per trillion, down about 13 percent from its peak.

And the earth is warming. Since that first Earth Day, the world has been warming at an accelerated pace compared with prior decades, and scientists believe rising emissions of greenhouse gases are the main cause. They calculate that the world has warmed by about 1.5 degrees Fahrenheit since the 19th century, with about 1 degree of that occurring just since 1970. The warming has been sharply higher over land and in some polar regions. As a result of melting glaciers and the expansion of warmer ocean water, the sea level is rising ever faster. It rose at an average rate of 2 millimeters a year between 1971 and 2010, and even faster in the past decade, after rising at an average rate of 1.7 millimeters per year in the last century.

ICEBERG SIX TIMES THE SIZE OF MANHATTAN HAS DRIFTED OUT TO SEA (Source: Weather Network, Photo: NASA) In November 2013 a massive iceberg called B31 separated from Antarctica’s Pine Island Glacier, embarking on a journey across the Pine Island Bay.

Scientists at NASA have been keeping a close eye on this enormous ice island. It's roughly six times the size of Manhattan with an estimated thickness of 500 metres.

As of April 11, 2014, B31 measured 33 kilometers long and 20 kilometers wide.

Now, after five months of drifting, B31 has been picked up by the currents of the Southern Ocean and is drifting out to sea.

“Iceberg calving is a very normal process,” noted Kelly Brunt, a glaciologist at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center, in a statement.

“However, the detachment rift, or crack, that created this iceberg was well upstream of the 30-year average calving front of Pine Island Glacier (PIG), so this a region that warrants monitoring.”

Scientists are interested in this region because it has been thinning and draining rapidly over the past twenty years, contributing to rising sea levels.

B31 "has been well-tracked,” according to scientists, thanks to early detection of its calving -- but it will be difficult to monitor for the next six months as Antarctica heads into its dark period, NASA says.

While B31 is "now well out" of Pine Island Bay, researchers aren't sure if it's east or west of the Southern Ocean.

It's hoped that B31 will be able to provide valuable information about an iceberg's lifecycle.

ONE-FIFTH OF CHINA’S FARMLAND IS POLLUTED, STATE STUDY FINDS (Source: New York Times) BEIJING — The Chinese government released a report on Thursday that said nearly one-fifth of its arable land was polluted, a finding certain to raise questions about the toxic results of China’s rapid industrialization, its lack of regulations over commercial interests and the consequences for the national food chain.

The report, issued by the Ministry of Environmental Protection and the Ministry of Land Resources, said 16.1 percent of the country’s soil was polluted, including 19.4 percent of farmland. The report was based on a study done from April 2005 to last December on more than 2.4 million square miles of land across mainland China, according to Xinhua, the state news agency.

The report said that “the main pollution source is human industrial and agricultural activities,” according to Xinhua. More specifically, factory waste products, irrigation of land by polluted water, the improper use of fertilizers and pesticides, and livestock breeding have all resulted in tainted farmland, the report said.

The study found that 82.8 percent of the polluted land was contaminated by inorganic material. The most common pollutants were cadmium, nickel and arsenic, and the levels of these materials in the soil had risen sharply since land studies in 1986 and 1990. The level of cadmium had risen by 50 percent in the southwest and in coastal areas and by 10 percent to 40 percent in other regions, Xinhua reported. The soil in southern China is more polluted than in the north.

The report confirms spreading fears among many officials and ordinary Chinese that the country’s soil has been in severe decline. Its numbers also indicate a more serious problem than statistics did in a book published in early 2013 by the Ministry of Environmental Protection, “Soil Pollution and Physical Health,” which said one-sixth of China’s arable land, or nearly 50 million acres, was polluted.

Officials have become increasingly vocal about the problem in the past year. In December, a vice minister of land and resources, Wang Shiyuan, said at a news conference that eight million acres of land across China, equal to the size of Maryland, were so polluted that farming should not be allowed on it.

Hunan Province, in central China, has some of the worst soil pollution because it is one of China’s top producers of nonferrous metals. But it is also a large rice-growing area, producing 16 percent of the country’s rice in 2012, according to one market research company. Officials in Guangdong Province last year found that some rice had excessive levels of cadmium. Most of that rice was from Hunan.

It is unclear how the findings released Thursday related to a national soil survey that, according to a news conference in December where Mr. Wang spoke, was done from 2007 to around the end of 2009. Those findings have never been released, with officials calling them a “state secret.” Some environmental advocates said the survey ended in 2010 and have sought its results.

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Hunting Energy Services (Canada) Ltd. 5550 Skyline Way NE Calgary, AB T2E 7Z7 Web: http://www.hunting-intl.com

Dale Sargent, HSE Coordinator e-mail: [email protected]

Profile: Hunting Energy provides products and services to the upstream oil and gas industry. Sales and service operations are located in the major oil centres of the world, comprising over eighty company owned facilities and a network of more than sixty licensed partners.

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Overview Complex Soil Systems 2014 will be held in Berkeley, California, near Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) and UC Berkeley, September 3–5, 2014. The conference will consist of oral and poster presentations, and group discussions, with the abstract proceedings published online, and includes a welcome reception. A synthesis of the concepts discussed at the Conference will be submitted to a peer reviewed journal.

Soils are complex systems that are host to a variety of interactions between physical, geochemical and biological processes. This flagship conference will make a unique contribution to integrated soil sciences by addressing fundamentals and bridging gaps in the current scientific knowledge. A goal is to provide a motivating framework to a path towards improved understanding of complex soil systems. The conference is intended to provide a forum for in-depth group discussions, for soliciting feedback on emerging concepts and engaging colleagues with similar interests of the emerging themes:

• Theme 1: Complex Soil Systems: Fundamental concepts of how soil physical, chemical and biological components and processes influence the soil systems at multiple spatial and temporal scales. • Theme 2: Advanced In-Situ Soil Characterization and Experimentation: Quantification of critical in-situ soil processes using genomic, synchrotron, isotopic and field biogeophysical techniques. • Theme 3: Modeling of Soil Systems: Conceptual, theoretical, and numerical models to describe and predict soil systems behavior - linear and nonlinear dynamical models, stochastic, deterministic, and deterministic-chaotic modeling approaches.

• Theme 4: Soil Systems and Global Climate Change: Integrated observations, models, and case studies that document how soils are affected by and also influence global climate change at spatial and temporal scales. • Theme 5: Using a Complex System Approach for Practical Applications: Theory and case studies from managed and unmanaged systems (agriculture, irrigation, remediation, natural ecosystems, carbon sequestration, etc.)

Key Dates Abstract (1 page) May 30, 2014 Notification of Abstract Acceptance June 20, 2014 Welcome Reception September 2, 2014 Conference September 3 – 5, 2014 Poster Sessions September 3 & 4, 2014

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SINGAPORE INTERNATIONAL WATER WEEK 2014 We are now less than 2 months away from the start of another exciting Singapore International Water Week (SIWW), which will be held from 1 - 5 June 2014. Preparations for the Water Convention are gaining speed and we have now lined up more than 180 oral presentations and 200 posters spread across the following five themes:

1. Delivering Water from Source to Tap 2. Effective and Efficient Wastewater Management 3. Water for Liveability and Resilience 4. Water Quality and Health 5. Water for Industries

I am glad to inform you that the detailed Water Convention 2014 programme is now available on the SIWW website (http://www.siww.com.sg/sites/default/files/Water-Convention-2014-Programme.pdf).

One of our key highlights is the Hot Issues Workshops happening on Sunday, 1 June 2014. We have once again pooled together experts to share their first-hand experiences and discuss the latest issues in the water industry. Topics such as flood resilience, mainstream deammonification, potable water reuse, etc will be featured. The schedule for the workshops is as follows:

Date & Time Workshop Topics Next Generation Biotechnologies for Wastewater Treatment: Mainstream Deammonification Morning Moderators: Mark van Loosdrecht & Beverley Stinson Session Adapting Cities for Flood Resilience 9.00 AM – Moderators: Rob Skinner & Tony Wong 12.30 PM Water Solutions for Industrial Precincts Moderators: Glen Daigger & Johan Groen Exploring New Treatment Paradigms for Potable Water Reuse Afternoon Moderators: Jonathan Clement & Ian Law Session Next Generation Biotechnologies for Wastewater Treatment: Anaerobic Membrane Bioreactors 1.30 PM – 5.00 Moderators: Gary Amy & David Stuckey PM Water Supply for Extreme Events

Moderators: Robert Bos & Marion Savill

With this compelling line-up of presentations and panel discussions, the Water Convention 2014 promises to be an exciting event that will enrich your knowledge on the emerging issues faced by the global water community today.

I strongly encourage you to register for the Water Convention (CLICK HERE) before 15 April 2014 to qualify for our Early Bird Discount! If you have any colleagues or contacts who may be interested to join us at the Water Convention, do forward this information to them.

For more information, feel free to visit our website at www.siww.com.sg/water-convention or email the Water Convention Secretariat at [email protected].

Industry Positions Openings

For more information visit ESAA’s Job Board under the news section of www.esaa.orgHTU UTH

Environmental Technician Key Responsibilities • Assist with the development and execution of site-specific assessment, remediation and reclamation projects in the Grande Prairie region • Complete field testing and prepare soil and/or groundwater samples for laboratory analysis • Complete data entry, daily cost tracking and project status reports • Ensure quality control sampling activities • Apply current regulatory guidelines and criteria • Assist in the preparation and review of technical reports • Implement corporate and client safety programs

Qualifications • Technical Diploma or University degree in environmental science or related discipline • Upstream oil and gas consulting experience is an asset • Eligible for membership with an applicable professional association • Excellent written, technical reporting and communication skills • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and database entry • Ability to develop positive working relationships in a team environment • Valid and fully licensed driver in Alberta • The desire to succeed in a dynamic, progressive organization

To apply for this position please refer to the WSP website at http://mycareer-canada.wspgroup.com/, job posting 27-0583.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

Manager – Environment

Key Responsibilities • Manage the day-to-day operations for WSP’s environment group in the Calgary region • Lead WSP Alberta’s oil and gas sector for environmental services including the identification and acquisition of work, and coordination and oversight of client activity • Provide thought leadership in environmental services required by the sector • Work closely with the Discipline Leads and Management Team • Provide technical and logistical support to field personnel for field-based projects

• Review environmental site assessment, remediation & reclamation work plans, project cost estimates and technical reports • Liaison with clients, regulatory agencies, other WSP business units and stakeholders regarding work plans, projects and environmental issues • Manage the overall performance and professional development of staff • Attract and retain key talent by creating an effective work environment and actively recruiting, coaching, and mentoring staff • Create succession and development plans for key staff • Implement corporate and client safety programs • Understand, live and nurture our values.

Qualifications • Strong leadership and motivational skills with the ability to develop positive working relationships in a team environment • University degree in environmental science, engineering or related discipline • 15 years of relevant upstream oil and gas environmental consulting experience • Member in good standing with an applicable professional association • Proven success in client relationship management at all levels of the client organization • Proven success in people development and growth • Thorough understanding of Alberta remediation and reclamation guidelines • Excellent written, technical reporting and communication skills • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and the use of online system • Valid and fully licensed driver in Alberta • The desire to succeed in a dynamic and progressive global organization

To apply for this position please refer to the WSP website at http://mycareer-canada.wspgroup.com/, job posting 27-0550.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

Manager – Environmental Due Diligence

Key Responsibilities • Manage the day-to-day operations for WSP’s Due Diligence group based out of the Calgary office • Coordinate and review Phase I ESAs, compliance audits, and liability assessments for oil and gas facilities, industrial and commercial properties across western Canada • Coordinate and review environmental due diligence assessments for property acquisitions and divestitures • Provide technical and logistical support to field personnel for field-based projects • Liaison with clients, regulatory agencies, other WSP business units and stakeholders regarding projects and environmental issues • Manage the performance and professional development of technical staff • Attract and retain key talent by actively recruiting, coaching, and mentoring staff • Create succession and development plans for key staff • Lead the development of new business opportunities in this region • Implement corporate and client safety programs

Qualifications • University degree in environmental science, engineering or related discipline • 10 years of relevant upstream oil and gas environmental consulting experience • Member in good standing with an applicable professional association • Certified Environmental Auditor (CEA) designation is considered a strong asset • Proven success in client relationship management • Strong leadership and motivational skills with the ability to develop positive working relationships in a team environment • Highly developed mentoring capabilities for technical staff • Understanding of provincial and federal regulations, acts, and guidelines • Ability to deal with changing situations, tight deadlines and conflicting demands and priorities • Excellent written, technical reporting and communication skills • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and database entry • Valid and fully licensed driver in Alberta • The desire to succeed in a dynamic and progressive global organization

To apply for this position please refer to the WSP Website at http://mycareer-canada.wspgroup.com/, job posting 27-0533.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

Position: Senior Reclamation Scientist- Full Time # 14-03RC (Edmonton or Calgary)

Experience: Experience ( 10 years + ) in conducting, supervising and managing of standard, advanced, and complex reclamation projects including ongoing project, portfolio and client management responsibilities for conventional, non-conventional, and inter-disciplinary project workload. This position requires considerable experience as a fully accountable project manager whose responsibilities include service delivery, financial, and project management within a team environment. Reports to: Practice Area Lead, Biophysical

Job Purpose: To work as part of MEMS Reclamation Team in providing reclamation services for upstream and downstream oil and gas sites and for non-conventional cross-disciplinary, inter-disciplinary, and mid to large scale reclamation projects. This includes the review of and familiarity with Environmental Site Assessments, management/supervision of all components of the reclamation life cycle, program/client management responsibilities, and ensuring compliance with applicable provincial and federal regulations, industry standards, and MEMS/client policies and procedures for projects located throughout western Canada. Key Responsibilities include: • management and supervision of all components of the reclamation life cycle to achieve reclamation certification on applicable projects; • assess reclamation projects according to applicable criteria and when appropriate define required reclamation end points; • interact directly with clients to understand their needs and expectations and ensure that MEMS deliverables are properly aligned with these priorities; • familiarity and awareness of existing and developing practices, studies, and techniques in Alberta and western Canada that can be applied on MEMS conventional and non-conventional reclamation projects; • identify opportunities and/or manage cross-discipline or multi-discipline soils/reclamation components of active projects; • ability to manage Phase 1, Phase 2 and Phase 3 ESAs as part of an overall client portfolio; • assessing project requirements and client needs for the development, preparation and management of reclamation work plans, budgets and implementation schedules; • develop and manage field programs, evaluate the information collected and prepare professional reports; and • preparing and reviewing invoices for clients, managing MEMS WIP, and dealing with project accounts receivable issues.

Other Knowledge and Skills: • highly organized with the ability to multitask and work towards tight deadlines; • advanced understanding of discipline best management practices, sciences and standards; • specialist level understanding of how various elements integrate to create a system; • ability to explain and defend decisions regarding systems issues; • strong client focus and the ability to influence employees at all levels; • ability to work independently, balancing conflicting priorities, as well as in a team environment; • demonstrates specialist level analytical and problem solving skills; • demonstrates creativity, resourcefulness and mature judgment to resolve problems of a complex technical nature; and • strong written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills. MEMS is a dynamic and diverse environmental consulting company offering outstanding opportunities and long term career advancement. Currently MEMS employs over 130 professionals in various disciplines. MEMS utilizes an integrated approach to its reclamation projects that emphasizes cross training of disciplines to allow for efficiencies in data collection and assessment, and provides MEMS professionals with enhanced technical skills and job satisfaction. Look for us on the web at www.mems.ca.

MEMS offers an excellent benefits program, profit sharing, extra time banking, a performance bonus program and opportunities for employee share ownership. Please send your resume with a covering letter/email referencing the position number and title to the attention of Human Resources at [email protected]. We thank all applicants for their interest however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Position: Soil and Terrain Discipline Lead, #14-SO01 Experience: A minimum of 10 years of experience in soil sciences in a consulting environment with applicable knowledge in the Alberta and Federal regulatory processes. Extensive experience in the field and technical application of Pedology and soil science to a range of industry sectors including pipeline projects, oil sands mining and SAGD, conventional oil and gas, industrial sites, and compliance monitoring. Direct experience in management of technical teams through coaching, guidance, and recruitment, management of multiple Projects and clients, and excellent communication and organizational skills are a requirement. The successful candidate will have expertise in soil profile description and classification, soil and terrain mapping, and implementation of interpretation systems. GIS processing experience is considered an asset. The successful candidate will have a B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree (or higher) from an accredited institution in Soil Sciences or Environmental Sciences. This position is primarily office based with the potential for field work to provide mentorship (85% office/15% field). The successful candidate must be self- motivated with a strong work ethic and be able to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary setting. Reports to: Biophysical Practice Area Lead Job Purpose: This position is based in Edmonton, AB and requires an ability to provide leadership and technical expertise to a group of professionals in the Soil and Terrain Discipline and provide direction on the long- term development and planning of the discipline to meet company initiatives. This full-time position is available immediately and duties include the following: • provide senior level management to all technical staff in the soil and terrain discipline, including; • budgetary responsibilities for Project work and internal budgeting related to discipline enhancement; • facilitation of career development of all staff within the discipline; • managing and developing technical training programs for all staff in the discipline; • overseeing of scheduling of staff for completion of large field programs; • maintaining QA/QC of all aspects of the discipline related to technical provision of services; and • ensuring compliance of all staff within discipline to meet MEMS safety and operational procedures. • participate in staff recruitment and external technical advancement of MEMS; • implementation of continual improvement to enhance Project efficiencies within and amongst other disciplines; • maintain (and enhance) a framework of mentorship and training and cross training within the Soil and Terrain discipline as well as foster cross training staff in a multi-disciplinary setting; • providing performance coaching and guidance to achieve team and individual successes and provide constructive and actionable feedback to support learning and growth; • representation of discipline at multi stakeholder or regulatory meetings; and • hold or be immediately eligible for a professional membership within the AIA, or a similar institution. Millennium EMS Solutions Ltd. (MEMS) is a dynamic environmental consulting company offering outstanding opportunities and long-term career advancement. Currently MEMS employs over 130 individuals in various disciplines. The MEMS Biophysical group employs 40 professionals including soil scientists, vegetation ecologists, biologists, and GIS experts. Look for us on the web at www.mems.ca

MEMS offers an excellent benefits program, profit sharing, extra time banking, a performance bonus program and opportunities for employee share ownership. Please send your resume with a covering letter/email referencing the position number and title to the attention of Human Resources ([email protected]. We thank all applicants for their interest however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Position: Risk Assessment Specialist #14-01RA –– Full Time Required Experience: A minimum of 7 years of directly related experience in environmental and/or human health risk assessment is required, preferably in a consulting environment. The successful candidate will have a detailed understanding of human health risk assessment for

Environmental Impact Assessments, including multi-media exposure modelling and toxicity assessment. A track record of completing human health risk assessments and authoring risk assessment reports of intermediate complexity with limited supervision is essential. The successful candidate will also have experience with contaminated sites risk assessment and have a demonstrated ability to build succinct, clear and appropriate conceptual site models from diverse datasets of previous investigations; experience with other applications of human health risk assessment is an asset. Fluency with Alberta and Federal risk assessment guidance is required. Experience developing risk-based site management strategies will be an asset. Experience with contaminant transport modelling in groundwater, unsaturated soil moisture, soil vapour or other environmental media will be considered favourably. Excellent writing skills are essential for this role. Preference will be given to those candidates with strong interpersonal skills, proficiency in presenting complex results clearly, and organizational ability. The successful candidate must be self-motivated with a strong work ethic and be able to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary setting.

Reports to: Risk Assessment Discipline Lead

Based in: Edmonton or Calgary, AB

Job Purpose: The position is primarily office-based in a demanding consultative environment. This full-time position is available immediately and duties include the following:

• conducting human and wildlife health risk assessments in support of environmental impact assessments with limited senior supervision; • coordinating risk assessment activities with other members of a multi-disciplinary team and clients; • building and updating succinct, clear and appropriate conceptual site models for contaminated sites; • taking on a supporting role in risk assessment projects for complex sites; • working with senior risk assessment staff to develop appropriate risk-based site management strategies; • mentoring and career development of risk assessment project staff; and, • Providing technical support as needed to other Millennium disciplines including air science, regulatory, hydrogeology, site assessment and remediation. MEMS is a dynamic and diverse environmental consulting company offering outstanding opportunities and long term career advancement. Currently MEMS employs over 130 professionals in various disciplines. MEMS utilizes an integrated approach to its assessment and remediation projects that emphasizes cross training of disciplines to allow for efficiencies in data collection and assessment, and provides MEMS professionals with enhanced technical skills and job satisfaction. There are over 35 professionals in our assessment and remediation team. Look for us on the web at www.mems.ca.

MEMS offers an excellent benefits program, profit sharing, extra time banking, a performance bonus program, RRSP contribution matching program and opportunities for employee share ownership. Please send your resume with a covering letter/email referencing the position number and title to the attention of Human Resources at [email protected]. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Position: Junior Assessment and Remediation Professional #14-03 RM – Full Time Experience: Millennium EMS Solutions Ltd. (MEMS) is looking for an assessment and remediation professional with a minimum of one to three years of directly related experience in environmental site assessment and remediation, preferably in a consulting environment. Knowledge and experience with relevant provincial legislation and familiarity with the environmental site assessment process is a strong asset. Preference will be given to those candidates with strong writing and interpersonal skills, organizational abilities and technical competency. The successful candidate must be self-motivated with a strong work ethic and be able to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary setting. MEMS presents opportunities to be crossed trained in other areas of MEMS technical disciplines and provides mentoring in the application of Tier 2 guidelines and site specific risk assessments. Positions are currently available in our Edmonton or Grande Prairie offices.

Reports to: Discipline Lead, Assessment and Remediation

Job Purpose: To work as part of MEMS Assessment and Remediation Team in completing assessment and remediation projects, for clients in Alberta and northeast British Columbia. This full time position requires a combination of flexible office and field work and the position(s) are available starting April 2014.

Responsibilities: • planning, organizing and the completion of field programs for ESAs and remediation projects, including soil and groundwater assessments, with mentoring of senior staff; • contractor supervision to implement ESA and remediation projects; • accurate field cost tracking of expenses and contractors; • compilation and interpretation of the data collected and report writing; • working independently or in a team setting and the ability to make responsible decisions with the support and mentoring of senior staff; • must possess a valid non-GDL Class 5 Driver’s licence; and • must also be eligible for membership in a relevant professional organization.

MEMS is a dynamic and diverse environmental consulting company offering outstanding opportunities and long term career advancement. Currently MEMS employs over 130 professionals in various disciplines. MEMS utilizes an integrated approach to its assessment and remediation projects that emphasizes cross training of disciplines to allow for efficiencies in data collection and assessment, and provides MEMS professionals with enhanced technical skills and job satisfaction. There are over 35 professionals in our assessment and remediation team. Look for us on the web at www.mems.ca.

MEMS offers an excellent benefits program, profit sharing, extra time banking, a performance bonus program, RRSP contribution matching program and opportunities for employee share ownership. Please send your resume with a covering letter/email referencing the position number and title to the attention of Human Resources at [email protected]. We thank all applicants for their interest however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Position: Intermediate Environmental Scientist, focusing on Assessment and Remediation 14-02 RM – Full Time

Experience: Millennium EMS Solutions Ltd. (MEMS) is looking for an assessment and remediation professional with a minimum of three to five years of directly related experience in environmental site assessment and remediation, preferably in a consulting environment. Knowledge and experience with relevant provincial legislation and familiarity with the environmental site assessment process is a strong asset. Preference will be given to those candidates with strong writing and interpersonal skills, organizational abilities and technical competency. The successful candidate must be self-motivated with a strong work ethic and be able to work effectively in a multi- disciplinary setting. MEMS presents opportunities to be crossed trained in other areas of MEMS technical disciplines and provides mentoring in the application of Tier 2 guidelines and site specific risk assessments. Positions are currently available in our Edmonton, Grande Prairie or Calgary offices.

Reports to: Discipline Lead, Assessment and Remediation

Responsibilities: • developing work plans and costs estimates for Phase 2 ESAs and remediation projects;

• leading the planning, organizing and the completion of field programs for ESAs and remediation projects, including soil and groundwater assessments with on-site consideration of potential Tier 2 guideline modifications or development; • contractor supervision to implement ESA and remediation projects; • accurate field cost tracking of expenses and contractors; • preparation of reports including Tier 2 guideline modifications or application of site specific guidelines for remediation; • working independently or in a team setting and the ability to make responsible decisions with the support and mentoring of senior staff; • must possess a valid non-GDL Class 5 Driver’s licence; and • must also be a member or be eligible for membership in a relevant professional organization. MEMS is a dynamic and diverse environmental consulting company offering outstanding opportunities and long term career advancement. Currently MEMS employs over 130 professionals in various disciplines. MEMS utilizes an integrated approach to its assessment and remediation projects that emphasizes cross training of disciplines to allow for efficiencies in data collection and assessment, and provides MEMS professionals with enhanced technical skills and job satisfaction. There are over 35 professionals in our assessment and remediation team. Look for us on the web at www.mems.ca.

Position: Senior Environmental Scientist, focusing on Assessment and Remediation #14-04 RM – Full Time Experience: Millennium EMS Solutions Ltd. (MEMS) is looking for a senior Environmental Scientist focusing on assessment and remediation with a minimum of eight years of directly related experience in environmental site assessment and remediation, preferably in a consulting environment. Knowledge and experience with relevant provincial legislation and familiarity with the environmental site assessment process is a strong asset. Preference will be given to those candidates with strong writing and interpersonal skills, organizational abilities, technical competency and project management experience. The successful candidate must be self-motivated with a strong work ethic and be able to work effectively in a multi- disciplinary setting. MEMS presents opportunities to be crossed trained in other areas of MEMS technical disciplines and provides mentoring in the application of Tier 2 guidelines and site specific risk assessments. Positions are currently available in our Edmonton or Calgary offices.

Reports to: Client Manager, Oil and Gas

Job Purpose: To work as part of MEMS Assessment and Remediation team in providing assessment and remediation services for upstream and downstream oil and gas clients. This includes the review of and familiarity with environmental site assessments (ESA), management/supervision of all components of the assessment and remediation life cycle and ensuring compliance with applicable provincial and federal regulations, industry standards, and MEMS/client policies and procedures for projects located throughout western Canada. This role requires an individual who can work independently who has the ability to make responsible decisions. This full time position requires a combination of flexible office and field work and the position(s) are available starting April 2014.

Responsibilities: • training and mentoring of junior and intermediate staff on assessment and remediation projects within the regulatory framework of Alberta and BC; • developing work plans and cost estimates for Phase 1 and 2 ESAs and remediation projects;

• compilation and interpretation of the data collected and report writing and preparation; • planning and implementation of field programs; • senior review of Phase 1, Phase 2, and remediation reports in Alberta and Stage 1 and Stage 2 ESAs, preliminary site investigations and remediation in BC; • developing an understanding of the Tier 2 Soil and Groundwater Remediation Guidelines as required to modify and generate site specific remediation objectives; • collaborating and implementing alternative reclamation strategies in conjunction with site specific remediation and reclamation objectives; • project managing assessment and remediation portfolios for clients implementing work plans in an efficient manner utilizing the appropriate MEMS resources effectively; • managing project budgets, cost tracking and timely invoicing as per MEMS financial management expectations; • working within and developing a team work environment by understanding and implementing MEMS core values; • looking for cross training opportunities within MEMS biophysical and regulatory practice areas; • learning and implementing MEMS safety policies and procedures, human resources policies and risk management strategies; • having strong client focus and the ability to influence employees at all levels; • having the ability to work independently, balancing conflicting priorities, as well as in a team environment; • demonstrating specialist level analytical and problem solving skills; • demonstrating creativity, resourcefulness and mature judgment to resolve problems of a complex technical nature; • must possess strong written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills; and • must possess a valid Class 5 driver’s licence with experience driving throughout Alberta.

MEMS offers an excellent benefits program, profit sharing, extra time banking, a performance bonus program, RRSP contribution matching program and opportunities for employee share ownership. Please send your resume with a covering letter/email referencing the position number and title to the attention of Human Resources at [email protected] thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Position: Intermediate Wetland Specialist 14-01 VG

Experience: A minimum of 5 years field experience in wetland ecology or related environmental work outside of university years is required. A B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree from an accredited institution in a Biological or Environmental Sciences discipline is required. Must hold or be eligible for a professional designation with a biological, agrology, forestry or related professional association. Must have or be able to obtain Qualified Aquatic Environment Specialist (QAES) status. Must possess a valid, non-graduated Class 5 driver’s licence.

Reports to: Discipline Lead, Vegetation and Wetlands

Based at: Edmonton, AB

Job Purpose: To work within the Vegetation and Wetlands discipline to undertake vegetation and wetland field data collection, wetland vegetation identification, wetland delineation and mapping, and report writing. The individual must possess an ability to work independently and within a team environment as well as an exceptional work ethic. The aptitude and skills to work in remote wilderness areas with difficult terrain and extreme weather conditions will also be required.

The successful applicant will be expected to assist others in the vegetation and wetlands discipline, and within Millennium, in completion of related environmental work. Knowledge of ecosite classification, ecological landscape cover (ELC) classification, and soil classification is an asset.

Job Requirements: The position requires a combination of field and office work in a demanding consultative environment. This full-time position is available immediately and the position duties include the following:

• planning and conducting wetland field surveys; • accurate identification of wetland vegetation; • interpretation of maps, survey plans and aerial imagery; • sSupport wetland reclamation and restoration planning and execution; • navigation (using GPS, maps, aerial imagery and a compass) in remote wilderness locations; • ELC (Alberta’s ecosite phase) and wetland classification ; • GIS mapping and modelling of vegetation communities, wetlands and wildlife habitat; • compilation and analysis of wetland and vegetation information using an Access database and Excel; • provision of field and other training to junior staff; • report preparation and conducting presentations to government agencies and clients; and • identification of forest, agronomic, and weed vegetation species, including rare plants. Millennium EMS Solutions Ltd. (MEMS) is a dynamic environmental consulting company offering outstanding opportunities and long-term career advancement. Currently MEMS employs over 135 employees in various disciplines including, hydrogeologists, engineers, soil scientists, foresters, vegetation ecologists, auditors, wildlife biologists, air quality experts, regulatory analysts and reclamation specialists. Look for us on the web at www.mems.ca.

MEMS offers an excellent benefits program, profit sharing, extra time banking, a performance bonus program, RRSP contribution matching program and opportunities for employee share ownership. Please send your resume with a covering letter/email referencing the position number and title to the attention of Human Resources at [email protected] thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Junior/Intermediate Consultant

Position: Junior/Intermediate Consultant Term: Full-Time Application Deadline: April 25, 2014 Job Location: Calgary, AB

North Shore Environmental Consultants (North Shore) is a progressive environmental company that specializes in providing environmental management services to the upstream oil and gas industry. Since its inception in 2002, North Shore has offered cost efficient and effective solutions to the complex environmental challenges faced by today’s industries. We offer our employees exceptional career development opportunities and an excellent team- oriented working environment.

We are seeking a motivated individual with an environmental background for the fulltime position of Junior/Intermediate Consultant in our Calgary office.

Key Responsibilities: • Completion of Phase I, II and III Environmental Site Assessments through to wellsite reclamation certification • Development and implementation of work plans and soil sampling programs • Coordination and supervision of reclamation and remediation projects

• Budget tracking • Preparation of technical environmental reports • Ensure that project requirements are met in a timely and effective manner

Qualifications: • Environmental Science Degree (or relevant diploma/degree from a credible institution) • Excellent communication, writing, organizational, computer and problem solving skills • Good understanding of upstream oil and gas regulatory requirements • Valid driver’s license • Good physical health and ability to work outdoors in varying conditions • Willingness to work within a team environment • Highly organized and have the ability to prioritize multiple tasks

Candidates must possess a post-secondary education and be eligible for professional registration in Alberta. Preference will be given to candidates with two or more years of experience in the upstream oil and gas industry and who have their P.Eng. or P.Ag. designation.

North Shore offers a comprehensive benefit package which can be viewed on our website at www.northshoreenv.com. Compensation will be based on candidate experience.

Application Details: Please forward your resume via email to [email protected]. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Senior/Intermediate Environmental Consultant

Position: Senior/Intermediate Environmental Consultant Term: Full-Time Application Deadline: May 2, 2014 Job Start Date: Immediately Job Location: Lacombe, Alberta, Canada

North Shore Environmental Consultants is a progressive environmental consulting company that specializes in providing environmental management services to the upstream oil and gas industry. Since its inception in 2002, NorthShore has offered cost efficient and effective solutions to the complex environmental challenges faced by today’s industries. We offer our employees exceptional career development opportunities and an excellent team- oriented working environment. North Shore has offices in Sherwood Park, Calgary and Lacombe, Alberta. In addition, we have recently opened an office in Regina, SK.

We are currently seeking a Senior/Intermediate Environmental Consultant for our Lacombe office.

Senior/Intermediate Environmental Consultant

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing projects on a field level, client liaison, staff supervision and technical guidance. Other responsibilities will include:

• Preparing work plans and budgets and overseeing various types of environmental projects including Phase I, II, and II Environmental Site Assessments • Planning and overseeing assessment, remediation and reclamation work • Mentoring junior staff and participating in North Shore’s staff review process • Regularly reporting to the Office Manager and Directors on project status • Developing and maintaining relationships with clients and contractors • Preparing and reviewing technical proposals and reports

Qualifications

• Environmental Science Degree (or relevant diploma/degree from a credible institution)

• Excellent communication, writing, organizational, computer and problem solving skills • Solid understanding of upstream oil and gas regulatory requirements including Alberta Tier I and II Guidelines, CCME Guidelines, and ERCB Directives 50 and 58 • Valid driver’s license

Candidates applying for the position should have a minimum of 5 years of applicable experience. Preference will be given to candidates who have obtained their P.Ag. or equivalent Professional designation.

North Shore offers a comprehensive benefit package which can be viewed on our website at www.northshoreenv.com. Compensation will be based on candidate experience.

Application Details: Please forward your resume via email to [email protected]. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Project Manager - Environment

Key Responsibilities

• Development and execution of site-specific environmental assessment, remediation and reclamation projects in the Grande Prairie region • Liaison with clients, regulatory agencies, other WSP business units and stakeholders regarding work plans, projects and environmental issues • Supervision of Project Scientists, Technicians, contractors and other field personnel • Application of current regulatory criteria • Preparation of budgets, cost-tracking and project status reports • Preparation and review of technical reports • Provide thought leadership in environmental services required by the sector • Work closely with the Team Leads, Discipline Leads and Management Team • Implementation of Corporate and Client safety programs • Promote WSP values while building trust amongst group

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and motivational skills with the ability to develop positive working relationships in a team environment • University degree in environmental science, engineering or related discipline • 8+ years of relevant upstream oil and gas environmental consulting experience • Member in good standing with an applicable professional association • Proven success in client relationship management at all levels of the client organization • Thorough understanding of Alberta remediation and reclamation guidelines • Excellent written, technical reporting and communication skills • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and the use of online system • Valid and fully licensed driver in Alberta • The desire to succeed in a dynamic and progressive global organization

To apply for this position please refer to the WSP website at http://mycareer-canada.wspgroup.com/, job posting 27-0590.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

Environmental Team Lead and Project Manager Lloydminster, AB

As an Environmental Team Lead and Project Manager, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects in support of KCB’s Environmental Consulting Services line of business and lead the team in Lloydminster, AB. This role will provide you with excellent technical challenges and an opportunity to assist with the coaching and mentoring of a growing team.

This role will give you the opportunity to:

• Oversee the operations of the Lloydminster office including management of budgets, capital purchasing, performance reporting, adherence to the business development plan and coordinating projects and resources • Lead weekly local staff meetings and participate in weekly resource meetings with other office locations • Participate in Safety meetings and present safety topics regularly • Assist with the management of field vehicles and equipment • Provide technical expertise to other team members and clients for various environmental site assessments and remediation projects • Implement field programs, engage in data analysis and prepare reports • Work in a dynamic small company culture with a team of talented professionals • Travel within Western Canada, primarily Alberta, Saskatchewan and British Columbia for project work and various meetings as required

If you have a degree or diploma in Environmental Management, Engineering, Technology or a related field of study, are registered or eligible to register as an R.T.Ag. or a P.Ag, P.Eng. or P.Biol. and have a minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience, we want to hear from you!

We value your:

• Strong initiative, innovation and commitment to technical excellence as well as your enthusiasm and drive toward long-term success • Demonstrated leadership, decision-making and coaching skills, especially your ability to train and mentor young professionals • Superior verbal and written communication skills including your experience in writing proposals, technical reports and general project correspondence • Exceptional team spirit, interpersonal skills and your ability to build long-term, successful relationships with our clients and our project teams • Strong business acumen and your ability to develop and grow relationships with a variety of clients • Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and experience in preparing permit applications

About Us:

Klohn Crippen Berger (KCB) is a multi-disciplinary consulting firm providing engineering and environmental services in the mining, hydropower, environmental, transportation, geotechnical, oil & gas, and water resources sectors. We offer a full range of services from our offices in Canada, Australia and Peru. KCB is a member of the Louis Berger Group, a leading international consulting firm with more than 80 offices worldwide. KCB was recently named one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies.

From our offices in Calgary, Edmonton, Lloydminster and Inuvik, our Alberta Group works on challenging projects in the Oil and Gas industry, and Oil Sands developments, in our traditional Water, Power and Transportation markets, and in Mining. We are a leader in tailings management, dam designs, multi-disciplinary civil engineering services, geotechnical and foundation engineering, hydrogeology, hydrotechnical, and environmental and reclamation services.

We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from all qualified career seekers. We offer competitive salaries commensurate with experience and an attractive flexible benefits package designed to suit your individual needs.

Are you up to the challenge?

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, simply apply on-line with your résumé and covering letter quoting the job reference number 1121-A14 at www.klohnjobs.com.

We thank all candidates for applying, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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YOUR RESPONSIBILITY

• Project manager and lead field work relating to Phase 1 and Phase 2 ESAs, groundwater monitoring, and soil and groundwater remediation projects. • Manage the use of assessment and remediation contractors. • Prepare and review work plans and cost estimates, and summarize soil and groundwater laboratory data for senior consultant review. • Participate in, and coordinate, field-based projects (primarily in Central and Southern Alberta). • Foster relationships with clients and manage a portfolio for key clients.

YOUR PROFILE

• University degree(s) in environmental science. • Eligible for membership as a Professional Agrologist (P.Ag.), Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), Professional Geologist or Hydrogeologist (P.Geol.), Professional Biologist (P.Biol.), Professional Forester (RPF), or other relevant professional association. • A Master’s degree and agricultural background are considered assets; however, not required. • An enthusiastic attitude, ability to multi-task, and a passion for consistently delivering outstanding work. • An eagerness to work with a dynamic team and a growth oriented company. • Reclamation experience is an asset and could be part of the position, if reclamation is an interest.

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YOUR RESPONSIBILITY

• Lead field work relating to forestry and reclamation projects in the energy, industrial, and mining sectors. • Develop and execute reclamation plans. • Liaise and foster relationships.

• Supervise contractors and conduct daily cost tracking. • Coach and mentor junior staff on proper field techniques.

YOUR PROFILE

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Application Details: Quote position no. CAN-AB-EDM-0200-19 and email your resume to [email protected] or visit http://www.traceassociates.ca/

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Term: Full-Time Application Deadline: May 22, 2014 Job Start Date: Immediately Job Location: Edmonton (St. Albert)

YOUR RESPONSIBILITY

• Project manage and lead field work relating to Phase 1 and Phase 2 ESAs, groundwater monitoring, and soil/ groundwater remediation projects. • Manage the use of assessment and remediation contractors. • Prepare and review work plans and cost estimates, and summarize soil and groundwater laboratory data for review. • Participate in, and coordinate, field-based projects (primarily in Northern and Central Alberta).

YOUR PROFILE

• University degree(s) in environmental science, engineering, geology, hydrogeology, or geological engineering. • Eligible for membership as a Professional Agrologist (P.Ag.), Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), Professional Geologist or Hydrogeologist (P.Geol.), Professional Biologist (P.Biol.), or other relevant professional association. • A Master’s degree and agricultural background are considered assets; however, they are not pre-requisites for the position. • An enthusiastic attitude, ability to multi-task, and a passion for consistently delivering outstanding work. • An eagerness to work with a dynamic team and a growth oriented company.

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YOUR PROFILE • University degree(s) in environmental science, engineering, geology, hydrogeology, or geological engineering. • Eligible for membership as a Professional Agrologist (P.Ag.), Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), Professional Geologist or Hydrogeologist (P.Geol.), Professional Biologist (P.Biol.), or other relevant professional association. • A Master’s degree and agricultural background are considered assets; however, they are not pre-requisites for the position. • An enthusiastic attitude, ability to multi-task, and a passion for consistently delivering outstanding work. • An eagerness to work with a dynamic team and a growth oriented company.

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