As a self-regulatory body, PGO monitors registrants’ compliance with the continuing professional development (CPD) requirements as a condition of their registration. PGO actively works to provide learning opportunities for its registrants to help maintain competency. Visit this page regularly to check out a listing of learning events provided by PGO. You are also encouraged to subscribe to PGO’s weekly e-newsletter, Field Notes, to keep yourself informed of relevant professional development opportunities provided by other organizations.

Disclaimer: The information, views and statements presented by speakers at PGO events are solely those of the speakers and do not reflect the views of PGO nor do they represent explicit or implied endorsement by PGO.

PGO Virtual Mentoring Platform - Information Session

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST


Speaker: Simon Raybould, MentorEase

Interested in virtual mentoring? Join us for a guided walkthrough of the PGO Virtual Mentoring Platform by MentorEase. This session will explain how individuals can participate as mentors or mentees, explore key platform features, and discover resources available to help maximize the mentoring experience.

Who should attend: This session is open to all PGO Registrants, Geoscientists-in-Training (GITs), and Student members:

> Current program participants looking for a walkthrough to deepen their understanding of the platform.
> Those considering joining the program as a mentor or mentee. Participation in this webinar counts as a continuing professional activity for PGO registrants

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Practical Geocommunication Online Course

Free to PGO registrants, GITs and student members

Developed by Dr. Haydon Mort of Geologize Ltd, this is a 10-hour online course, which aims to help geoscientists communicate effectively to the public the important role of geosciences. Please click on this link to get an overview of the curriculum.

Please send an email to info@pgo.ca to access Geocommunication online course.


Recording - Regulatory Changes to Environmental Permissions for Water Taking and Storm Water Management Activities

Speakers: Brittany Keene and Cathy Curlew, Senior Program Advisors, Client Services and Permissions Branch, Environmental Assessment and Permissions Division, MECP

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Recording - 26 Common Flaws Encountered in Mineral Resource Estimation

Speakers: Reno Pressacco, P.Geo., Luke Evans, P.Eng. and Pierre Landry, P.Geo., SLR Consulting Canada

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Webinar Slides - Secondary Market Liability: Lessons and Strategies for Professional Geoscientists

Speakers: Kimberly Burns and Samantha Chang, Dentons LLP

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Webinar Slides - NI 43-101 Consultation: Stakeholder Feedback

CSA Staff Notice 43-401 Consultation on NI 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects
Speakers: Craig Waldie, P.Geo., FGC and James Whyte, P.Geo., Ontario Securities Commission

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