The Ontario Wetland Evaluation System (OWES) Course at Nipissing University is an intensive, week-long training program designed for professionals seeking certification to evaluate wetlands in Ontario. Offered annually in June, the course combines classroom instruction with hands-on fieldwork, covering topics such as wetland ecology, hydrology, plant identification, and GIS mapping. Participants gain the skills necessary to assess wetland functions and values, contributing to informed land-use planning and conservation efforts across the province.