Investigate it: Forensics at BCIT
BCIT Forensics had a phenomenal weekend of conferencing at our Forensic Science and Criminal Law Conference held jointly with the UBC Innocence Project at Peter A. Allard School of Law.
Feedback included “probably the most interesting, entertaining and educational [Continuing Legal Education] program I have ever attended.”
Here’s Professor Iain Pretty from the University of Manchester presenting “Looking Back at Bitemarks”.
Our Steen Hartsen explains how advances in DNA tech are helping investigators find suspects they could not have found in the past. Read more
Congratulations to our own Sheila Early, Forensic Health Sciences pioneer, for winning at the YWCA Women of Distinction Awards!
Forensic Science and Criminal Law Conference: Strengthening Forensic Science in the Courtroom
International experts are coming to Vancouver to help strengthen forensic science in the courtroom. Early bird ticket sales close today!
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/forensic-science-and-criminal-law-conference-tickets-54998283346
Help make your community safer by becoming a Coquitlam RCMP Volunteer. This event will be hosted by Coquitlam RCMP.
Date: Thursday, May 23rd, 6 – 8 p. m.
Where: Council Chambers, City of Coquitlam, 3000 Guildford Way
Register: The event is FREE, but we ask that you please register by emailing coquitlam_cps@rcmp-grc.gc.ca.
Forensic Science alum Stephen Fonseca is trying to help in the aftermath of one of the world’s worst catastrophes, doing critical work as the head forensic analyst in Africa for the International Committee of the Red Cross. Read more.
The Office of the Commissioner of Canada Elections has an immediate need to staff one (1) two year term position, bilingual imperative BBB/BBB.
Salary: $61,558 to $66,324
Closing date: 18 April 2019 – 23:59, Pacific Time
The Commissioner of Canada Elections (CCE) plays an important role in safeguarding Canadians’ trust in the democratic process. The CCE is the independent officer responsible for ensuring compliance with, and enforcement of, the Canada Elections Act and the Referendum Act. The Commissioner is supported by approximately 40 people, including federal public servants and independent contractors.
Essential qualifications:
Secondary school diploma
Note: *Experience may have been acquired either as part of an academic project or in a work setting
Conditions of employment
See the full job posting and how to apply on the Government of Canada jobs website:
https://emploisfp-psjobs.cfp-psc.gc.ca/psrs-srfp/applicant/page1800?toggleLanguage=en&poster=1291608
Greetings,
A local Risk Mitigation & Investigations firm is currently seeking individuals to fill various roles as “Investigators” by the end of this month. No previous investigation experience is required, however they do require a current BC Private Investigation License (Under Supervision). If you are interested in this position and you meet the requirements listed in the job description, please submit a cover letter and CV via email directly to:
Kristian Tait
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Kristian.Tait@scm.ca
More information: WorkSafeBC Internship
If you are interested in a position like this but do not currently possess a Private Investigation license (either Full or Under Supervision) please contact me directly and I can describe the steps that are required in order to apply for an Under Supervision Private Investigation License.
More information about PI licensing requirements can be found here.
Regards,
David McKay
WorkSafe BC is looking for a student interested in an intern opportunity to conduct internet investigations with the Field Investigations Department – Regulatory Team in Richmond, BC. For details see the posting notice below:
Contact: Kathleen Lamontagne-Lalonde.
Any one interested in understanding how climate change is managed in Canada? This is an opportunity to learn how science, technology, engineering, and mathematics work together to tackle this challenge. Please see the posters for details.
NOTE: The registration deadline is Monday, April 15, 2019.
If you have further questions – please contact the event organizer.