Learning catalogue

Energy Efficiency Expert Evaluations

Product code COR414

This online self-paced course provides an introduction to managing Energy Efficiency Expert Evaluations (E4s) in federal facilities. Participants will be introduced to the basic tools required to conduct E4 inspections of government buildings and other facilities and learn how to develop practical solutions to improve their efficiency.

Sustainable Strategies for Existing Federal Facilities

Product code COR416

This online self-paced course presents strategies for creating and maintaining high-performance buildings, focusing on the fundamentals of improving the sustainability of federal facilities. Participants will learn about optimizing energy performance, protecting and conserving water, using environmentally preferable products and materials, and enhancing indoor environmental quality.

How the Canadian Government Works: Setting the Stage for Results

Product code FON305

This online self-paced course examines the fundamental elements of government as it relates to Canadians, such as the structure of government, the approval system, the role of central agencies, the policy and budget cycles, and the key players within and outside the public service. Participants will explore a variety of topics that will give them a better understanding of their role in the federal public service.

Intellectual Property and Crown Procurement Contracts

Product code COR406

This online self-paced course examines the Policy on Title to Intellectual Property Arising Under Crown Procurement Contracts and its application. By following six 15-minute modules, participants will study intellectual property rights and explore different situations where questions of intellectual property may arise.

Implementing Deep Retrofits: A Whole Building Approach

Product code COR413

This online self-paced course provides an overview of the deep energy retrofit process and its adoption by federal organizations. Through videos and case studies, participants will learn how to plan and implement projects that reduce energy use and greenhouse gas emissions in their buildings, laboratories and vehicle fleets.

Overview of Materiel Management

Product code COR418

This online self-paced course provides an overview for non-specialists of the materiel management functions and how they relate to the procurement and real property functions. Participants will learn about the challenges of materiel management within government and the objectives of the Directive on the Management of Materiel.

Portable Fire Extinguishers

Product code WMT105

This online self-paced course identifies the various classes of fire and explains how and when to use a portable fire extinguisher to put out a small fire in the workplace. Participants will learn about the different types of portable fire extinguishers and fire extinguishing agents, as well as their proper storage location and use.

Procurement Fundamentals

Product code COR401

This online self-paced course introduces the basic concepts and responsibilities related to government procurement projects. Participants will learn about the policies and practices underpinning the federal procurement process and how to identify their oversight and reporting requirements.

Introduction to Materiel Management

Product code COR419

Next session: April 15, 2025 | 6 more dates

This introductory course for materiel management specialists presents the basics about the functional areas of materiel management, and how individual roles link together to support the cost-effective and efficient management of materiel assets. Participants will learn how federal policies, including those related to life-cycle asset management, are integrated into each functional area.

Overview of Procurement

Product code COR403

This online self-paced course provides an overview for non-specialists of the different functions, policies, roles and responsibilities related to the federal procurement process. Participants will gain a more in-depth understanding of the procurement process and its different contractual phases.

Overview of Real Property Management

Product code COR411

This online self-paced course provides an overview of federal government real property assets, how they are managed and the legal and policy requirements around them. Participants will learn about opportunities to measure and improve asset performance and will gain insights into how real property decisions are made.

Reconciliation Begins with Me

Product code IRA141

Next session: April 14, 2025 | 22 more dates

This course is designed to address the professional development and training requirements of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Call to Action #57. Following respectful protocols, participants will discover little-known historical facts, learn about the impacts of Residential Schools and the rights of Indigenous Peoples, and better understand the obligations of public servants towards Indigenous Peoples.