Biologist

ALAIN FONTAINE

Alain has a Master of Science in Wildlife Biology from McGill
University. Alain has 22 years of experience working as a wildlife
biologist in the fields of wildlife population management, habitat
management, and environmental assessment in Arctic and boreal
Canada. His knowledge of ecosystems and natural resources
allows him to provide a balanced perspective on the wildlife and
ecology information needs required to address the environmental
risks of development projects. Given his extensive background in
government, Alain seeks to improve government-industry relations
by fostering collaborative working relationships and partnerships
between industry and government regulators.

Biologists study living organisms. They conduct studies of the
environment, population, distribution, structure, and behaviour
of plants and animals. These studies can help determine the
environmental effects of the use of land and water in, and around,
mines. Biologists are required to stay up-to-date on environmental
regulations and legislation as well as technological changes. They
conduct environmental impact studies and prepare reports and

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, & SKILLS plans for the management of renewable resources. They may
supervise Biological Technologists and Technicians and other

• Interest in living things scientists.
• Ability to imagine, plan, and conduct experiments
• Analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making

• Attention to detail
• Oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team

EDUCATION, TRAINING, & CERTIFICATION “As a biologist, I try to make sense of the living world
around us. To do so, I undertake many types of studies

A university bachelor’s degree in Biology or in a related
discipline is required to become a Biologist. Completion on a broad range of wildlife species ranging from

of a two year college program in a field related to amphibian surveys along wetland shorelines to aerial

agriculture, biology, microbiology, wildlife or resource surveys of caribou herds. The studies that are most
management is usually required for employment as interesting to me are those where we learn new things
a Biological Technologist. Experience from these about the species we study such as how they use
positions can help you obtain a registered professional habitats through their annual life cycles.”
designation (RP Bio) later in your career.

• Alain Fontaine

• Wage average as of July 2022.

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