Are you looking for a unique experience and to learn more about the exciting work being done in Environment and Climate Change Canada’s science labs? Are you interested in pursuing a career in science and technology?
You are invited to get an inside look at the fascinating work by Environment and Climate Change Canada scientists during our Open Labs event!
Every day, at Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) labs across the country, scientists and technologists are working hard to ensure Canadians enjoy a safe, clean and sustainable environment. As part of the National Public Service Week celebrations, we are opening up our labs to give Canadians a first-hand look at our work!
The following ECCC lab will be open:
Event: Open Lab
Date: June 14, 2018
Time: Tours at 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. PDT
Location:
Pacific Environmental Science Centre
2645 Dollarton Highway
North Vancouver, B.C.
V7H 1B1
*Please note: no backpacks are allowed in the lab and children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
The Pacific Yukon Laboratory for Environmental Testing (PYLET) has specialized laboratory facilities providing chemical, biological, toxicological and toxicogenomic analysis in support of many departmental programs and its obligations under the Canada Water Act, the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, and Fisheries Act.
The Pacific Environmental Science Centre laboratories, North Vancouver, provide scientific data for freshwater quality monitoring programs, wildlife and environmental enforcement related investigations, and emerging priorities. The chemistry section of the laboratory specializes in environmental contaminant analysis, oil spill forensics, and identification of unknown contaminants in the environment.
To register for a tour, please call 1-800-668-6767, or email ec.enviroinfo.ec@canada.ca. Please indicate your name, contact information, which tour you would like to attend and the number of guests attending. For more information, please visit our website.
