Issue/Problem Statement
Appropriately trained personnel are required to carry out an increasing diversity of wildlife monitoring and research activity. Specialized and/or more detailed supplementary training is frequently required for staff to address expanding work requirements.
Objective
Provide a training course program to adequately prepare departmental staff to effectively carry out necessary wildlife projects.
Methods
Organize and deliver wildlife short courses in cooperation with the Acadia Centre for Wildlife and Conservation Biology, Department of Biology, Acadia University. Courses are designed to meet DNR requirements.
Partners
Acadia University, Nova Scotia Department of Lands and Forestry Regional Services, other cooperating agencies as required.
Project Dates and Duration
Ongoing.
Progress to Date
Several courses completed on a variety of topics for staff from various department sections and other cooperating agencies/groups. Most recent course, delivered in February 1998, was on wildlife immobilization techniques. Planning is on-going for further courses on other relevant topics.
Reporting
NA
Management Recommendations
Continue. Training essential to the ability of the Department to address wildlife issues and programs.