As a self-regulatory body, PGO monitors members’ compliance with the continuing professional development (CPD) requirements as a condition of their membership. PGO actively works to provide learning opportunities for its members 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.

Webinar: National Secondary Professional Liability Insurance Program - An Overview

September 24, 2024 - 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM EDT 

The webinar will provide an overview of the Secondary Professional Liability Insurance Program that is available to PGO registrants. This presentation will review the coverage afforded under the policy and examples of actual professional liability claims covered under the program.  PGO registrants in good standing are covered under this program.

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Webinar: Exploring Professional Digital Signatures and Document Reliability Notarius

September 4, 2024 - 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM EDT 

Our session will focus on the practical aspects of the digital signature as per legal requirement (Electronic commerce Act, 2000, S.O. 2000, c. 17) , which is designed to ensure document reliability.

• Attendees will gain insights into the essential components of electronic document reliability.
• We'll explore various e-signature solutions and discuss their reliability levels.
• Learn about the importance of the digital seal policy in maintaining standards and public safety.

Additionally, we'll provide a live demonstration of the digital signature services. Don't miss out on this opportunity to understand how to maintain document integrity and reliability.

The session will be recorded for future reference and shared with participants.

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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.

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
Recording is available on-demand. 

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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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