Contour Map Accuracy and Data Sources
Most people who have used the contour map generator found it an amazing tool and it has saved many of them thousands of dollars that they might have spent on a traditional survey. However, the [...]
Do you do urban landscape consulting, design and/or installation?
We don’t do a lot of urban landscape consulting, unless you are looking at full site planning and associated infrastructure, such as including the design of house and/or greenhouse and [...]
I want to receive (more/less) emails from you. How do I update my email preferences?
At the bottom of every email we send you, there is an option to update your email preferences OR to completely unsubscribe from receiving our emails. Please note that if you opt to completely [...]
What can I do with a PDC? How will this training help me?
Many of our students develop businesses or projects leveraging their permaculture training. We think the best way to get an idea of the wide range of possibilities is to peruse the 50+ alumni [...]
General questions such as: Evicting ants from your compost? Sourcing rock dust? Designing your greenhouse? Implementing your eco-business plan?
Over the past few years, we’ve seen a trickle of questions grow to a flood that’s simply overwhelming in its variety and scope. It’s thrilling evidence of our impact , and we want to provide [...]
Can I ask questions?
You’ll have the ability to post comments or questions on every video included in the Passive Solar Greenhouse Case Study e-course. We will do our best to respond, but unfortunately can make [...]
How long will I keep access to online materials?
All On-Demand course materials (i.e. videos, recordings and associated resources) are available indefinitely (our lifetime or yours). *** Does not apply to all Permaculture Design Course packages [...]
What do I need (i.e. the technical requirements) in order access / view / stream the E-Course or webinar?
Accessing our E-courses and associated online material is easy. If you’ve played a video on your computer from Youtube or Vimeo before, then you’ve got all you need participate! BUT TO BE MORE [...]
How do I get started in permaculture? How can I get involved?
Take a class! Click on the Courses & Events tab for a list of what we currently offer. You can also sign up for our mailing list for email updates about our upcoming offerings. Our Facebook [...]
How do I login in to your website and/or re-set my password?
To Login Or Create An Account To login, click on the Portal menu item and select LOGIN if you already have an account, or CREATE AN ACCOUNT if you need to create one: Lost your password? [...]
I didn’t receive my username and password. How can I login?
When you enrol in an online course or program on our website, we automatically create a user account for you on the vergepermaculture.ca website based on the email you provide upon enrolment. If, [...]
What courses do you guest teach?
Here’s a few of the most popular courses that we have taught for third party organizations: Fundamentals of Permaculture Design (3 hr and 6hr workshops) A condensed version of the Introduction to [...]
Who have you taught for in the past?
Our past guest teaching engagements include: Olds College, Olds, AB Medicine Hat College, Medicine Hat, AB Southern Alberta Permaculture, Lethbridge, AB ESAGE (Edmontonians Supporting a Green [...]
Can I hire you to teach a private course?
Maybe.We love to teach, but our schedule is limited. Make sure to contact us in advance, and we can review it. Contact us at info@vergepermaculture.ca with the subject “ invitation to speak” or [...]
What is your speaking background and experience?
In less than 10 years, Rob Avis left Calgary’s oil fields and retooled his engineering career to help clients and students design integrated systems for shelter, energy, water, waste and food, [...]
How can I hire you to speak at my event?
Send an email directly to us (info@vergepermaculture.ca) with “INVITATION TO SPEAK” in the subject, and include answers to as many of the following questions as possible: What’s your name and [...]
How do I hire you for consulting?
If you are looking to build Autonomous Regenerative Properties or buy regenerative real estate for a residence, commercial business, or as an investment, our consulting team has the knowledge and [...]
What consulting services do you offer?
Our consulting team provides dedicated end-to-end service—designing, engineering, and developing your regenerative property based on your goals. From concept to completion, we guide your project [...]
Will I still receive my PDC certificate if I have to miss a class?
A student may miss up to, but no more than 2 full days of the in-person PDC course, and still receive their course certificate. Students in the Premium package are eligible for unlimited [...]
Is there a pre-requisite for the PDC?
No. All you need is the ability and desire to learn in a fast-paced classroom environment.
Does the PDC course qualify for Educational Assistance Payments (i.e RESP withdrawl)?
A registered education savings plan (RESP) is a contract between an individual (the subscriber) and a person or organization (the promoter). Under the contract, the subscriber names one or more [...]
Is the PDC course eligible for tax credit? Do you issue tax receipts?
We are not considered a designated educational institution (i.e. university or college) that qualifies for the purposes of the education tax credit claimed on the tax return. Therefore, our [...]
Once I’ve registered, can I switch my registration into a different Verge course?
See our cancellation policy for more details.
What is your cancellation policy?
Updated: January 2023 Verge Permaculture Academy When you enroll for an annual or a 6 month subscription, if within 10 days of your enrollment you are not convinced that the program is a fit for [...]
What is your privacy policy?
You can view our privacy policy here.
How do I register for a course?
Simply click the register button in the top right corner of the course page (whether you’re planning to pay online or not). From there you will be prompted to enter your name and contact info, [...]
How do I find out about upcoming events?
All courses and events offered by Verge are listed under our Courses & Events page. If you wish to be notified when a new course is announced, we encourage you to sign up for our mailing [...]
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You can enter keywords in the Search field at the top of our site, or search our Blog using the categories and tags in the right sidebar. If you find a page or blog entry on your topic of [...]