This is a progress report on research engaging a multi-stakeholder/rights holder group in a survey process (Challenge Paper questionnaire) and a subsequent virtual dialogue (Challenge Dialogue conversation) to explore and respond to a proposed set of Natural Asset Management (NAM) norms, identify core competencies, and explore user needs related to NAM training. Working with the Municipal Natural Assets Initiative (MNAI), this work builds on the efforts of the Adaptation Learning Network project led by Dr. Robin Cox and the Resilience By Design lab at (RRU).

The long-term goal of the project is to contribute to the ongoing evolution of the field of natural asset management through identifying a map forward for education and training curriculum that will help mainstream the practice across Canada. Ultimately, we hope this work will inform the design and development of learning opportunities that will contribute to upskilling a workforce for implementing
and mainstreaming NAM more effectively.