Early-bird registration open until August 18th. What: This year the Alberta Lake Management Society (ALMS) brings our annual workshop to Hinton! In partnership with the Athabasca Watershed Council (AWC), this […]
The Red Deer River Naturalists invite you to attend the Water for 2050 Symposium Sept 18th to the 25th, 2024. Held at Red Deer Polytechnic100 College Blvd, Red Deer, AB T4N […]
Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s (DFO) Partnerships team from Ontario & Prairie and Arctic regions will be providing Information Sessions on the following topics throughout the 2024 year. DFO Legislation and […]
Peatlands in the Canadian Boreal Forest are being negatively impacted by anthropogenic climate change, the effects of which are expected to worsen. Peatland types and sub-classes vary in their ecohydrological […]
WHY The Lee Creek watershed is critical habitat for Bull Trout and Westslope Cutthroat Trout - and both of these populations are listed as "threatened" under the federal Species at […]
World Rivers Day is a celebration of the world’s waterways. It highlights the many values of our rivers, strives to increase public awareness, and encourages the improved stewardship of all rivers around the world. Rivers in virtually every country face an array of threats, and only through our active involvement can we ensure their health in the years ahead.
Join us on The “Ditch Rider’s Road”, an exploration of irrigation in Alberta and its effect on the environment with wildlife ecologist and fishing guide Eric Grinnell. This walk along […]
WHY? The Waiparous Creek watershed is critical habitat for Bull Trout and Westslope Cutthroat Trout and both of these populations are listed as "threatened" under the federal Species at Risk […]
Ducks Unlimited Canada is proud to host the first ever Wetland Innovation Workshop! Join them on Wed Sep 25 2024, at 8:30 AM at the Boreal Wetland Centre at Evergreen Park for a day of learning and […]
Join us for an engaging and informative Environmental Forum focused on "Water Use Adaptation." This event will bring together industry leaders, innovators, and government officials to discuss strategies, innovations, and collaborative efforts to address water use challenges and adaptation in Alberta. Attendees will gain insights into water efficiency, technological advancements, and strategic initiatives to enhance water security and sustainability.
Water Well management for well owners These FREE workshops are hosted by local municipalities and community-based organizations and presented by the Working Well Program with technical expertise provided by staff […]
When: Thursday, October 3rd - 11:00am PDT, 12:00pm MDT & CST, 1:00pm CDT, 2:00pm EDT, 3:00pm ADT, 3:30 pm NDT This bilingual national webinar with simultaneous translation is hosted by […]
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Ross has been active on several industry Boards and committees including the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CAPP) and The Schulich School of Engineering Industry Advisory Council at the Schulich School of Engineering.
Brian is a seasoned Cleantech entrepreneur with a proven history of successfully bringing complex water technologies to the market. With over 25 years of experience, he has led various organizations to achieve significant milestones in the industry.
Having started as the founding CEO of the Pressure Pipe Inspection Company (PPIC) and later taking the helm at the Water Technology Acceleration Project (WaterTAP), Brian’s entrepreneurial spirit has been instrumental in driving innovation and growth within the sector.
He is an active investor in the cleantech sector and has served on many boards including the Ontario Clean Water Agency.
Actively engaged in industry associations like AWWA, WEF, IWA, and ASCE, Brian enjoys collaborating with fellow professionals to promote advancements in the field.
Brian holds an undergraduate degree and a PhD in Physics from Queen’s University, which has provided him with a solid technical foundation. As a member of the Institute of Corporate Directors, he brings valuable insights to corporate governance.