Drone Stewardship

Futures

Indigenous communities and organizations in BC are invited to apply for the first program to offer comprehensive training in the theory, set up and application of drones with an Indigenous community context.

Application Deadline

TBD

Start
Date

January 8, 2024

Course
Length

3

Weekly
Schedule

Monday - Friday
9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Program
Delivery

Live, online instruction

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About This Course

Students will be provided with a foundational understanding of management through experiential learning, ground school, and applied learning.

This course is offered in partnership with Flytbox Aerial Solutions to prepare students for the Transport Canada Small Basic RPAS exam. In addition, students will receive their Restricted Radio Operator Certificate with an Aeronautical qualification (ROC-A).

We are pleased to share that upon successful completion of the Drone Stewardship Training, six Regional Hosts (First Nations communities or organizations) will be provided with a professional-level drone for ongoing operation.

Who can apply?

The Technology Council is accepting applications from Regional Hosts across BC who will nominate two Regional Representatives to attend this pilot training program. Regional Hosts can be Indigenous Nations, communities or Indigenous-led organizations. Regional Representatives are Indigenous staff or community members who already have a basic understanding of technology.