Jason Dietrich
Director of Environmental Assessment and Permitting, Senior Ecologist @Egis in Canada
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WORK HISTORY
Director of Environmental Assessment and Permitting, Senior Ecologist @Egis in Canada
EDUCATION
Wilfrid Laurier University
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Biology with Chemistry and Geography minors
University of New Brunswick
Master of Science (M.Sc.), Ecology
SKILLS
ABOUT JASON DIETRICH
Aquatic Ecology | Environmental Assessment | Science LeadershipWith more than 25 years in aquatic ecology, environmental assessment, and natural resource management, I’ve built my career around helping organizations make informed, responsible decisions about the environments they rely on. My work has taken me across Canada, from research and monitoring to habitat restoration, species protection, and major project impact assessments.What I enjoy most is bringing multidisciplinary teams together to solve complex environmental challenges. I thrive at the intersection of science, collaboration, and practical problem-solving—where data, innovation, and common sense meet to create real-world solutions.As a Project Manager and Technical Lead, I’ve guided projects requiring regulatory approvals, baseline studies, natural sciences investigations, and environmental management planning. Today, I have the privilege of leading a talented team of ecologists, biologists, statisticians, geospatial specialists, and environmental scientists. Mentorship is a core part of my leadership philosophy—empowering people to use their skills, curiosity, and passion to do meaningful, impactful work.I’m committed to advancing environmental science while supporting the next generation of professionals who will carry this work forward. SectorsMining | Renewable Energy | Nuclear | Infrastructure Core StrengthsTeam building & mentorshipStrategic planningEnvironmental Impact Assessment (EIA)Effects analysis & adaptive managementIndigenous and stakeholder engagementLeading multidisciplinary teamsAdvanced statistical & geospatial analysisFisheries & aquatic monitoringFish health assessmentScientific writing & knowledge transferMeeting & workshop facilitation Professional MembershipsRegistered Professional Biologist, College of Applied BiologyEnvironmental Practitioner, ECO CanadaMember of TEC Canada Leadership TrainingMember, American Fisheries Society (AFS) – Canadian Aquatic Resources Section & Ontario ChapterScientific journal reviewer Training & CertificationsCultural Awareness Training – Saskatchewan Indian Cultural CentreClass Environmental Assessment TrainingCertified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) Training (IT status)Ontario Stream Assessment ProtocolOntario Benthos Biomonitoring Network (27 Group)MTO/DFO/OMNR Fisheries Specialist ProtocolClass 2 Electrofishing Instructor – Ontario MNRFRoyal Ontario Museum – Fish ID & Species at RiskOntario Freshwater Mussel Identification Workshop
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