Training
We strive to empower the Klahoose First Nation community and workforce by providing training workshops, access to valuable learning resources, and meaningful work placement opportunities.
Training is for you, your business and your community.
Examples may include training that enhances your business, career or personal development.
Contact us if you have questions or to request new training.
Tourism Training with ITBC
Indigenous Tourism BC (ITBC) offers a diverse range of culturally centered workshops, professional certifications designed to help you, your business and your community thrive. Access to a wide range of training provides the skills and knowledge to uplift the Indigenous tourism industry. Together, we can create authentic, sustainable tourism experiences that honour our legacy and drive economic success.
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Let us know what training your are looking for?
Please email us to let us know what type of training you and/or your team is seeking. Examples may include training that enhances your business, career or personal development.
Once we have reviewed your request and eligibility, we will reach out by email to gather more information and get you set up with a course that is best suited to you or you team.
Bear Guide Courses 2026
CBVA Level 1 Bear Viewing Guide Certification will be hosted at the Nanaimo Museum on April 20–21, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day. The level 1 course cost is $725 plus GST, this includes a one year CBVA guide membership.
CBVA Advanced Course
CBVA Advanced Bear Viewing Guide for CBVA Level 2 or Level 3 status or a highly experienced Level 1 guide.
Certification will be hosted at the Nanaimo Museum on April 22–23, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day. The advanced course cost is $825 plus GST.
Please contact us to inquire about courses or view more details here:
Marine Mammal Naturalist Courses 2026
REGISTRATION OPENS JANUARY 12, 2026
This is an intensive 4-day, in-person, classroom-based course.
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Campbell River May 22-25, 2026
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Port McNeill May 29-June 2, 2026
Since 2015, MERS have offered Marine Mammal Naturalist Courses to increase knowledge and inspire action for marine mammal conservation in British Columbia.
