Introduction to the Enforcement Branch (EPB-0028)

Overview

Delivery method

Virtual classroom

Duration

2h

Audience

Employees

Description

This information session provides an overview of Environment and Climate Change Canada’s Enforcement Branch, including its mandate, organization, enforcement responsibilities, and role in protecting the environment and wildlife across Canada.

The session will help participants understand how environmental and wildlife legislation is enforced, how compliance is achieved, and how Enforcement Branch activities support ECCC’s mandate to protect the environment, wildlife, and human health.

Topics covered

• ECCC’s mandate and the role of the Enforcement Branch
• The Enforcement Branch’s mission, vision, and values
• Roles and responsibilities of Environmental and Wildlife Enforcement Officers
• Federal environmental and wildlife acts and regulations enforced by ECCC
• Inspection, investigation, intelligence, and compliance activities
• Enforcement measures and decision-making processes
• Examples of environmental and wildlife enforcement cases
• Collaboration with Indigenous communities and partner organizations
• The Environmental Damages Fund and environmental restoration initiatives

Who may find this information session useful?

• Employees whose work involves environmental or wildlife legislation, regulatory programs, compliance activities, or enforcement-related issues
• Employees who support, advise on, develop, implement, or oversee environmental and wildlife protection initiatives and wish to better understand the role of the Enforcement Branch
• Any ECCC employee seeking a broader understanding of the Enforcement Branch and its role within ECCC

Course Contact Information:

For inquiries, technical difficulties, or assistance related to accommodations or accessibility issues, please email the course owner at eccours@ec.gc.ca. The course owner is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the course.