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ECO Canada Celebrates the Success of ECO IMPACT 2025

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CALGARY, AB, Feb. 19, 2025 /CNW/ – ECO Canada celebrated environmental excellence and sustainability initiatives at the ECO IMPACT 2025 event in Calgary, Alberta, on February 12-13. Hosted by ECO Canada, this highly anticipated event featured an engaging learning series and culminated in an Awards Gala that recognized outstanding contributions from Canada’s Environmental Professionals.

This year’s theme “Powering Green Careers through Innovation and Technology” highlighted the role of cutting-edge advancements such as AI, automation, and advanced technologies in revolutionizing the environmental sector.

Event Highlights:

A Unique Event with 3-Conference Streams: ECO IMPACT 2025 gave valuable sessions and opportunities, providing deep insights into key topics that shaped the future of environmental sustainability. Attendees were able to stay ahead of the curve and learn how to utilize emerging industry trends by participating in three dynamic learning series streams:

AI & Environmental Sustainability: Explored how AI reshaped sustainability practices and enhanced resource efficiency.Education & Auditing: Offered access to cutting-edge tools for environmental compliance and training.Environmental Workforce Development: Allowed participants to explore new opportunities and key competencies within the green workforce.

KEY POINTS: ECO IMPACT 2025 drew 400+ registrants and featured 16 dynamic live learning sessions, 7 interactive workshops, and the formal presentation of 10 prestigious awards. Our top 3 sessions gathered almost 300 attendees in total:

GHG Emissions Reduction workshopAI for Sustainability: Navigating Opportunities, Risks and Nature Positive SolutionsBuilding Intersectional Workplaces in the Environmental Sector

“Attending Eco Impact 2025 Day 1 by ECO Canada was an eye-opening experience, filled with valuable insights on the rapid evolution of AI and its transformative applications in environmental sensing, disaster prevention, and data analysis. A huge thanks to Ashok Kasilingam for the well-structured insights in the opening plenary session which emphasized AI adoption being the key to progress. Beyond AI, another interesting discussion centered on bioremediation, leveraging natural processes to clean up environmental contaminants. The session explored the fascinating history of bioremediation, from ancient practices to cutting-edge innovations, highlighting Bio Stimulation and Bio Augmentation as game-changers in environmental restoration.” Abdul Wahab Abdul Kather, ECO IMPACT 2025 attendee

The event also provided ample opportunities for networking, with exhibitor booths showcasing leading companies and professionals in the field. The Awards Gala celebrated outstanding achievements and recognized the leaders driving change in environmental sustainability.

Celebrating Excellence: The ECO IMPACT 2025 Awards

This year’s ECO IMPACT 2025 awards presented a challenging decision-making process, as we received an exceptional pool of contenders in each category. These awards aim to honor individuals and organizations who have made remarkable contributions to environmental sustainability.

ECO Canada extends our heartfelt congratulations to all finalists and winners, and we sincerely appreciate your dedication and passion for the environment.

A special thank you to our judges for their diligent efforts in selecting the deserving recipients. We also want to express our gratitude to everyone who participated in the voting process. Your support is invaluable!

Congratulations to the ECO IMPACT 2025 Award Recipients:

Environmental Professional (EP®) Award:
Barry Lough, CEO and Principal Meteorologist, Calvin Consulting Group Ltd.Environmental Professional in-training (EPt):
Justine Ammendolia, Environmental Researcher and PhD Student, Dalhousie UniversityEnvironmental Professional (EP®) Auditor Award:
Connie Lum, Principal Consultant Founder, Envirolum Consulting Inc.EPt Student Paper Award: Karan WadhwaniTop Employer Award: DIRTT Environmental SolutionsCommunity Impact Award: MFC GamesSmall Business Yukon Sustainability Award:
Future Proof My Building Consulting Inc.Medium to Large Yukon Sustainability Award: Snowline Gold Corp.Regional Yukon Sustainability Award: TinCup Wilderness LodgeSustainability Trailblazers Award
(funded by the ECCC’s Implementation Readiness Fund):
Bow Valley Green Energy Cooperative

“I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to all the award recipients. Your achievements serve as a beacon of hope and a reminder that together, we can make a significant impact. Your efforts have set a high standard for others to follow, and I am confident that your work will continue to inspire and drive progress in the years to come. I also want to express my gratitude to everyone who has made this evening possible. To our sponsors, partners, and organizers, thank you for your support and dedication. Your efforts have ensured that tonight’s event was a resounding success.” Kevin Nilsen, CEO & President of ECO Canada

Extending Gratitude

ECO Canada is proud to host an event that has become a cornerstone for Canada’s Environmental Professionals. What started as a celebration of annual accomplishments has transformed into a dynamic platform that seamlessly blends award recognition with opportunities for professional growth—and it’s evolving every year.

Mark your calendars for the 2026 ECO IMPACT event, with dates to be announced soon. In the meantime, explore more about ECO Canada and its initiatives at www.eco.ca.

Thank you to M2M Tech, our event partner for ECO IMPACT 2025. Your support was instrumental in the success of this event. ECO Canada extends our gratitude to Diversity Institute and Future Skills Centre, the Platinum Partner of ECO IMPACT 2025 for supporting the Education & Auditing conference stream.

Thank you to our Silver Sponsors: Agents of Discovery, BioTalent Canada, Clear-Site Solutions, Magnet, Silvacom, Tolko, and Trace Associates Inc., and to our Bronze Sponsors: Braiding Knowledges Canada, Envirogeotech Consulting Inc., Mount Royal University, Royal Roads University, Strategic, and Worley Consulting.

We would like to thank our funders who made this event possible:

The Government of Canada’s Student Work Placement Program, Skills for Success Program, Low Carbon Economy Fund, Implementation Readiness Fund, Science Horizons Youth Internship Program, and Digital Skills for Youth Program.

About ECO Canada:

ECO Canada is the steward of the Canadian environmental industry. From job creation and employment programs to training and labour market research – we champion the end-to-end career of an environmental professional. We aim to promote and drive responsible, sustainable economic growth within the industry while ensuring that environmental care and best practices are priorities. Over the past 30 years, we have forged academic partnerships, tools, and research to train and certify environmental job seekers and help fill the labour market.

We work alongside government, policymakers, academia, students, employers, professionals, industry, and international audiences to ensure we support Canada as a global leader in innovative workforce solutions and job creation.

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Elementix and Lightning Docs Announce Reporting Partnership to Deliver Industry-Comprehensive Data on Business-Purpose Lending

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Each company’s monthly report will draw on shared recorded transaction data and loan-level document data, giving lenders, brokers, and investors a more complete view of current bridge, fix-and-flip, construction, and DSCR lending.

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Elementix, a leading provider of aggregated data on business-purpose lending, and Lightning Docs, the premier loan document automation platform for private lenders, Non-QM lenders, credit unions, and law firms, today announced a data-sharing partnership to strengthen reporting on the business-purpose lending market.

The partnership brings together two complementary datasets. Elementix aggregates recorded real estate transactions nationwide, including mortgages, deeds, satisfactions, assignments, and preforeclosure filings, providing a comprehensive picture of lender activity, loan volume, and market share. Lightning Docs captures loan-level terms at the point of document generation, including interest rates, loan amounts, and loan structures, from a document automation platform used by 60% of the nation’s top 50 private lenders. Combined, the two sources produce a level of coverage and detail that has been unprecedented in the private lending space.

“Private lending has long been an opaque industry, with limited data on interest rates, loan amounts, geographic trends, and other metrics that are vital to running a profitable operation,” said Nema Daghbandan, CEO of Lightning Docs. “Lightning Docs set the standard for monthly private lending market reporting, and this partnership raises it. By pairing our loan-level data with Elementix’s transaction data, we are delivering reporting with the scale, precision, and depth the market has been missing, and providing lenders, brokers, and investors a clearer view of the industry than they have ever had before.”

Each report, delivered at a regular monthly cadence, will cover bridge, fix-and-flip, ground-up construction, and DSCR loans, with aggregated data on interest rates, loan amounts, loan volume, lender activity, geographic trends at the state and regional level. All data will be aggregated and anonymized, with no borrower- or lender-specific loan terms disclosed.

“Managing risk in private lending starts with understanding the borrower and the broader market, yet lenders often have to make decisions with incomplete information. Elementix was built to help lenders understand that risk through public record data, and partnering with Lightning Docs adds the loan-level detail that completes the picture. Together, we’re helping lenders better understand market conditions and bring that context into how they assess and manage risk,” said Cameron Kelliher, founder and CEO of Elementix.

The first joint report is scheduled for release in November 2026. Reports will be published on the Lightning Docs and Elementix websites and distributed to subscribers of both companies.

About Elementix
Elementix is the borrower intelligence platform for private lenders. It helps lenders identify active investors, verify experience for better credit decisions, and reach decision-makers with leading contact data accuracy. For more information, visit www.elementix.com.

About Lightning Docs
Initially developed by nationally recognized private lending attorneys, Lightning Docs is the industry’s leading automated loan document software for lenders who make business-purpose loans. The platform instantly produces attorney-grade, compliant loan documents across all 50 states. It covers every business-purpose loan type, including short-term bridge and fix-and-flip loans, 30-year DSCR rental loans, ground-up construction, and complex modifications. Lightning Docs is the official loan document software of the American Association of Private Lenders®. More than 60% of the nation’s top 50 private lenders use it, along with many of the country’s largest Non-QM lenders. Since 2018, lenders have originated more than $100 billion using Lightning Docs. For more information, visit www.lightningdocs.ai.

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Therap Services Enhances Therap Connect with Personalized Sleep Insights for Human Services Providers

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TORRINGTON, Conn., Oct. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Therap Services, the national leader in HIPAA-compliant electronic documentation solutions for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS), and Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) industries, has introduced advanced Personalized Sleep Insights to its Therap Connect platform. This enhancement integrates ambient room monitoring with sleep tracking data to help care teams understand and optimize environmental factors affecting the sleep quality of individuals.

Understanding Environmental Factors for Better Rest

Tracking overnight sleep patterns is vital for maintaining physical health, emotional well-being, and individual safety. The updated Therap Connect module introduces a ‘Personalized Sleep Insights’ feature that evaluates three months of historical data from Withings sleep monitors and Watchdog room sensors. By evaluating sleep start times alongside ambient room temperature and humidity, the system highlights optimal environmental conditions to support healthier sleep habits and proactive care planning.

Streamlined Platform Workflows and Daily Tracking

Designed for ease of use, this update helps teams manage daily monitoring more efficiently. Staff can quickly review overnight alerts directly on dashboard views, manage notification settings in one place, and conveniently copy form details with a single click. These practical updates save time on routine administrative tasks, allowing care managers and staff to focus on monitoring health parameters.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Does Therap Connect offer sleep tracking capabilities? 

Yes. Therap Services provides integrated sleep and health tracking through Therap Connect, combining continuous sensor data with daily documentation tools.

How do Personalized Sleep Insights in Therap Services help human services providers?

It analyzes sleep schedules, room temperature, and humidity data to identify optimal sleep environments, helping care teams make data-informed adjustments to support health outcomes.

Does Therap Connect require extra software for sleep tracking? 

No. Therap Connect operates through its own dedicated, secure web-based portal, allowing teams to access environmental and sleep tracking insights natively without installing third-party software.

For more information about Therap Connect, please visit: https://www.therapconnect.net/

About Therap Services

Therap Services provides HIPAA-compliant software for documentation, communication, reporting, EVV, and billing.

Learn more: https://www.therapservices.net/

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Meet Providi: One Company Behind Cerbo and OptiMantra

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The new name reflects a long-term commitment to the cash-pay personalized care market, where Cerbo and OptiMantra keep their brands and together serve nearly 7,000 clinics.

ATLANTA, Oct. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Providi launched today as the corporate brand of the company behind Cerbo and OptiMantra, two long-standing products in the cash-pay personalized care market. The companies combined in 2025, backed by a growth investment from Mainsail Partners. Cerbo and OptiMantra will continue as product brands within Providi.

Together, the two providers of electronic health record (EHR) and practice management products support nearly 7,000 clinics. These include functional, integrative, longevity, wellness, direct primary care, concierge, med spa and behavioral health practices. Both have served the market since 2011.

The name Providi combines “provi,” for the provider at the center of every practice, with “vidi,” Latin for “I saw.” It stands for a company that starts with the provider and can see where personalized care is going.

Providi’s mission is to empower personalized care providers to deliver better patient outcomes and create thriving practices. That mission is already shaping the product roadmap. With the Cerbo and OptiMantra teams building together, new capabilities reach providers faster, and AI Scribe is the first example. Available now, Cerbo AI Scribe captures visit notes automatically, so providers spend less time charting between visits or after hours. OptiMantra AI Scribe, built on lessons from the Cerbo launch, is coming to OptiMantra providers soon.

“Personalized care providers built this market one practice at a time, each one designed around the time, attention and care they believe every patient deserves,” said Jeff Hindman, CEO of Providi. “Cerbo and OptiMantra have each earned the trust of thousands of practices, and Providi exists to amplify that work. Coming together as one company accelerates the innovation we can bring to market and enables us to invest more in both products. Our focus remains giving the providers already running our products and the new providers entering the market the technology they need to succeed.”

Providers can expect to log in to the same Cerbo and OptiMantra products, reach out to the same reps and receive support, onboarding and product updates the same way they do today. They will start to see the Providi name at combined events and in company communications, and they’ll feel it in their products: two teams sharing what they learn, active investment in both products and new capabilities reaching their practices sooner.

About Providi

Providi is the company behind Cerbo and OptiMantra, two electronic health record (EHR) and practice management products serving the cash-pay personalized care market. Together, Cerbo and OptiMantra support nearly 7,000 clinics in functional, integrative, longevity, wellness, direct primary care, concierge, med spa and behavioral health. Providi is committed to meeting the specialty workflow needs of these practices and continues to invest in both products to help providers achieve better patient outcomes, grow their practices and operate more efficiently. For more information, visit providico.com.

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