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Tourism Sustainability
MICRO-CERTIFICATE
With extreme weather events occurring more and more frequently, and ambitious new targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, there is a growing need worldwide for climate change adaptation. Through flexible online learning, the Micro-certificate in Tourism Sustainability is designed to foster an understanding of sustainability and enhance the skills of individuals currently employed or seeking a career in the tourism sector. You will learn fundamentals of greenhouse gas emissions reduction, climate change mitigation and adaptation within a tourism context, and have a chance to apply global frameworks within your own workplace context. Help strengthen the resiliency of the tourism sector, conserve our natural environment, and empower the industry to take the necessary steps for climate adaptation.
Knowledge Democracy in Higher Education
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
Let’s transform and reshape higher education to meet the challenges of our times—embark on a journey of building knowledge and community, social change, and leadership. Knowledge Democracy in Higher Education is a five-part learning series focused on understanding the principles of community-university engagement, community-based participatory research, building equitable partnerships, integrating the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), and transforming higher education. Designed to fit your schedule, our short courses are packed with current information and resources to ensure you stay at the forefront of this innovative field. Elevate your learning, connect with leading experts, and refine your skills in one, comprehensive program or learning series.
Global Communication Skills for Academia
MICRO-CERTIFICATE
The Global Communication Skills for Academia program is ideal for graduate students and scholars who speak English as a second or additional language. This micro-certificate program will develop and improve your overall language proficiency—with a focus on effective oral and written communication skills—and presentation skills for academic purposes. You will also learn relevant soft skills for in-person or virtual networking and enhanced communications.
Shxun’utun Sul’hween - Footprints of the Ancestors: Pathways to Reconciliation
CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION
Shxun’utun Sul’hween/Footprints of the Ancestors: Pathways to Reconciliation is an elders and youth gathering for everyone involved in education, health care and public service. Participants will engage in cultural activities offered by Elders from the Snaw-Naw-As First Nation in cooperation with respected Elders and Knowledge Keepers from neighbouring Coast Salish nations.