Explore every episode of the podcast Reclamation Radio

In this conversation, I sit down with Irina Roche, recent graduate of the University of Alberta’s Master of Land Reclamation program, to discuss her journey from environmental science student to early-career reclamation professional, the value of field experience, mentorship, and navigating today’s job market. If you're a student, recent graduate, or considering a career in reclamation, I think you'll find Irina’s perspective open, thoughtful, and full of enthusiasm for the future of the profession.

 

In this episode of Reclamation Radio, Bill Gowdy of SLR Consulting sits down with us to discuss the unique challenges and opportunities of sand and gravel reclamation. Drawing on decades of experience in the aggregate industry, Bill shares insights on adaptive reclamation planning, progressive reclamation, biodiversity, and how former gravel pits can be transformed into thriving parks, lakes, golf courses, and other community assets. 

 

A listener question about end land uses for oil and gas leases.

Jesse Lawrence from Broken Arrow Consulting joins us to discuss how to start using GIS and remote sensing to improve data management and decision making for your land reclamation projects. 

Photo Log Atlas Builder — Broken Arrow Consulting

Spatial without Compromise · QGIS

In this episode of Reclamation Radio, Dr. Amanda Schoonmaker of NAIT’s Centre for Boreal Research shares practical lessons from forestry and reclamation research, including seedling survival, mechanical site preparation, species diversity, and restoring forest function on disturbed landscapes. 

 

What does a project manager actually do in environmental consulting? In this episode of Reclamation Radio, Jay shares his unconventional career journey, lessons learned from managing complex environmental projects, and practical advice on leadership, communication, and building a rewarding career in land reclamation.

 

In this episode of Reclamation Radio, Danielle Secretan of Millennium EMS Solutions Ltd. shares her 20-year journey in land reclamation, from discovering the profession to leading restoration and reclamation projects across Western Canada. Learn how innovative ecological restoration techniques, mentorship, teamwork, and a passion for healthy landscapes are helping reclaim disturbed sites and restore forests, wildlife habitat, and ecosystem function.

 

In this episode of Reclamation Radio, Hodgson Contracting’s Chase Edwards shares practical, boots-on-the-ground insights into reclamation equipment selection, contractor–consultant collaboration, and what it takes to successfully restore disturbed land. From dozers and excavators to decompaction tools and field logistics, this conversation is packed with real-world lessons for students, consultants, and reclamation professionals alike.

 

 Reclamation Radio kicks off with a conversation about the power of volunteering in the land reclamation community, featuring CLRA volunteer Shannon Yacyshyn. Discover how getting involved can expand your network, build new skills, and connect you with passionate professionals working to restore disturbed landscapes across Canada.

 

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Elise Neumann highlights the importance of clearly defining success, understanding site history and constraints, and building flexibility into reclamation plans so projects can adapt and succeed within real-world landscape and climate conditions.