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SUMMARY:Understanding Your Role in the Reserve Land and Environment Management Program (RLEMP) (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:The Reserve Land and Environment Management Program (RLEMP) is an extensive initiative designed to empower First Nations to effectively manage diverse land\, environmental\, and natural resource issues. This training covers the four principles of RLEMP\, its objectives\, and the key functions essential to land management. Additionally\, it explores the implications of advancements within RLEMP and the responsibilities of the First Nation Council\, the land manager\, and Indigenous Services Canada (ISC). \nDates:  February 11\, 2026 \nLocation:  Virtual\, 10AM-1PM PST \nLanguage Delivery: Bilingual \nFor more information\, please contact: cbourke@nalma.ca \nRegister here: https://nalma.ca/events/new-understanding-your-role-in-the-reserve-land-and-environment-management-program-rlemp-virtual/ \n  \n  \nComprendre votre rôle dans le programme de gestion des terres et de l’environnement de la réserve (PGETR) \nLe Programme de gestion des terres et de l’environnement de la réserve (PGETR) est une initiative vaste conçue pour permettre aux Premières Nations de gérer efficacement la diversité des enjeux liés aux terres\, à l’environnement et aux ressources naturelles. Cette formation couvre les quatre principes du PGETR\, ses objectifs et les fonctions clés essentielles à la gestion des terres. De plus\, il explore les implications des avancées au sein du PGETR et les responsabilités du Conseil des Premières Nations\, du gestionnaire des terres et de Services Autochtones Canada (SAC). \nDates : 11 février 2026\nEmplacement : Virtuel\, 10AM-1PM PST\nDiction de la langue : Bilingue \nPour plus d’informations\, veuillez contacter : cbourke@nalma.ca \nRegister here: https://nalma.ca/events/new-understanding-your-role-in-the-reserve-land-and-environment-management-program-rlemp-virtual/
URL:https://bcalma.ca/events/understanding-your-role-in-the-reserve-land-and-environment-management-program-rlemp-virtual/
CATEGORIES:NALMA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260219T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260219T110000
DTSTAMP:20260126T163422Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding Land Surveys
DESCRIPTION:This virtual training will provide an understanding of surveys on Indian Reserves and how land managers can use the accompanying products\, records\, and systems. The participant will achieve the basic concepts of location boundaries\, survey posts\, making sketches\, and surveying terminology. \nDates:  February 19\, 2026 \nLocation:  Virtual\, 10AM-11AM EST \nLanguage Delivery: Bilingual \nContact: cbourke@nalma.ca \nRegister here: https://nalma.ca/events/understanding-land-surveys-comprendre-larpentage-des-terres-virtual/ \n  \nComprendre l’arpentage des terres \nCette formation en ligne permettra une meilleure compréhension de l’arpentage des terres des Premières Nations et de la façon dont les gestionnaires des terres peuvent en utiliser les données\, rapports\, et systèmes. Les participants acquerront les concepts de base de délimitation\, de l’utilisation de repères\, de la réalisation de croquis\, et de la terminologie d’arpentage. \nDates : 19 février 2026 \nEmplacement : Virtuel\, 10AM-11AM EST \nDiction de la langue : Bilingue \nContact : cbourke@nalma.ca \nInscrivez-vous ici : https://nalma.ca/events/understanding-land-surveys-comprendre-larpentage-des-terres-virtual/
URL:https://bcalma.ca/events/understanding-land-surveys-2/
CATEGORIES:NALMA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTSTAMP:20251218T212823Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Land Use Planning 
DESCRIPTION:The Land Use Planning Toolkit developed by NALMA is a practical aid for First Nations’ use in developing a land use plan for their community. Culture\, tradition\, type of land regime\, experience\, available resources\, and the wishes of the community are all factors that must be considered to help determine the type and extent of the Land Use Plan. \nDates: February 24-26\, 2026 \nLocation: Vancouver\, BC \nLanguage Delivery: English \nSponsorship: Maximum $3\,000 per First Nation. As space is limited\, only one representative per First Nation will be accepted. Registrations will be accepted on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nFor more information please contact Krista Knott at kknott@nalma.ca \nRegister here:  https://nalma.ca/events/event/introduction-to-land-use-planning-vancouver-bc/
URL:https://bcalma.ca/events/introduction-to-land-use-planning/
CATEGORIES:NALMA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260306
DTSTAMP:20260120T161441Z
CREATED:20260120T161351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T161441Z
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SUMMARY:Species at Risk
DESCRIPTION:Our Species at Risk Toolkit training provides key information to Land Managers to ensure they comply with Species at Risk laws and regulations.  With this training\, we will provide the knowledge and tools to enable Land Managers to develop a Species at Risk program for their lands and present common principles\, best practices\, and suggested methods for developing a plan for protecting species at risk in your community. \nDates: March 3-5\, 2026 \nLocation: Halifax NS \nLanguage Delivery: English \nSponsorship: Maximum $3\,000 per First Nation. As space is limited\, only one representative per First Nation will be accepted. Registrations will be accepted on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nFor more information\, contact: jthompson@nalma.ca \nRegister here: https://nalma.ca/events/species-at-risk/
URL:https://bcalma.ca/events/species-at-risk-2/
CATEGORIES:NALMA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260318T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260318T150000
DTSTAMP:20260226T233013Z
CREATED:20260226T233013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T233013Z
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SUMMARY:Reserve Land Governance
DESCRIPTION:The Reserve Land Governance presentation examines governance practices essential to land management\, powers of Chief and Council\, and fiduciary obligation. Discussions include the importance of internal council relationships\, good communication\, and essential policies and procedures. Participants will be given a variety of resources to support the webinar topics. \nDates:  March 18\, 2026\nLocation:  Virtual\, 1PM-3PM EST (Eastern Standard Time)\nLanguage Delivery: Bilingual/French Delivery \nRegister here: https://nalma.ca/events/reserve-land-governance/
URL:https://bcalma.ca/events/reserve-land-governance/
CATEGORIES:NALMA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260617T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260617T140000
DTSTAMP:20260521T170013Z
CREATED:20260521T170013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T170013Z
UID:1209-1781701200-1781704800@bcalma.ca
SUMMARY:Understanding Land Surveys
DESCRIPTION:This virtual training will provide an understanding of surveys on Indian Reserves and how land managers can use the accompanying products\, records\, and systems. The participant will achieve the basic concepts of location boundaries\, survey posts\, making sketches\, and surveying terminology. \nDates:  June 17\, 2026\nTime: 1-2pm Eastern Standard Time (EST)\nLocation:  Virtual\nLanguage Delivery: Bilingual (Delivered in English and French) \nFor more information\, please contact: cbourke@nalma.ca \nRegister here: https://nalma.ca/events/understanding-land-surveys/
URL:https://bcalma.ca/events/understanding-land-surveys/
CATEGORIES:NALMA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260716T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260716T140000
DTSTAMP:20260708T162831Z
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SUMMARY:Demystifying Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
DESCRIPTION:This presentation provides an introductory overview of GIS concepts and tools for new and developing GIS users. Participants will explore what GIS is\, why it is important\, considerations around Data Sovereignty\, common types of GIS software\, and useful resources to support continued learning and future training. \nDate: July 16\, 2026\nTime: 1 – 2 pm EST (Eastern Standard Time)\nLocation:  Virtual\nLanguage Delivery: English \nFor more information\, please contact: cbourke@nalma.ca \nRegister here: https://nalma.ca/events/demystifying-gis/
URL:https://bcalma.ca/events/demystifying-geographical-information-systems-gis/
CATEGORIES:NALMA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTSTAMP:20260714T181213Z
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SUMMARY:GIS – Introduction to Geographical Information Systems (GIS) for Land Managers
DESCRIPTION:This 3-day training provides you with the tools\, strategies\, and materials you will need as Lands Managers to understand the basics of Geographic Information Systems\, and how this technology could be implemented and used in your organization and your community. The training provides you with a hands-on learning experience to teach you the basics of GIS for Lands Management. \nDates: September 15-17\, 2026 (2.5 days)\nLocation: Halifax\, NS\nLanguage Delivery: English \nSponsorship: Up to $2\,000 per First Nation. Please refer to NALMA’s Education Policy (page17-20). As space is limited\, only one representative per First Nation will be accepted. Registrations will be accepted on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nFor more information\, please contact: cknott@nalma.ca \nRegister here: https://nalma.ca/events/gis-introduction-to-geographical-information-systems-gis-for-land-managers/
URL:https://bcalma.ca/events/gis-introduction-to-geographical-information-systems-gis-for-land-managers/
CATEGORIES:NALMA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTSTAMP:20260714T181053Z
CREATED:20260714T181053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T181053Z
UID:1291-1789430400-1789689599@bcalma.ca
SUMMARY:Best Practices in Environmental Management
DESCRIPTION:This training will provide an overview of environmental management strategies and solutions that can be applied to the day-to-day management of Reserve Lands. The learner will gain a basic understanding of the tools and resources available to protect land\, water\, wildlife and the environment as well as reduce liability for Chief & Council and the Land and/or Environment Manager. \nDates: September 15-17\, 2026\nLocation: Regina\, SK\nLanguage Delivery: English \nSponsorship: Up to $2\,000 per First Nation. Please refer to NALMA’s Education Policy (page17-20). As space is limited\, only one representative per First Nation will be accepted. Registrations will be accepted on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nFor more information\, please contact: cknott@nalma.ca \nRegister here: https://nalma.ca/events/best-practices-in-environmental-management/
URL:https://bcalma.ca/events/best-practices-in-environmental-management-2/
CATEGORIES:NALMA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260916T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260916T140000
DTSTAMP:20260819T200746Z
CREATED:20260819T200746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T200746Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Additions to Reserve for Chief & Council (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:This training provides Chiefs and Councillors a look into the multi-faceted\, multi-year process involved in adding lands to reserve.  Topics include: \nthings to consider when purchasing lands for ATR\nthe need for building an ATR team and project management\nreasons for the often-lengthy time it takes to add lands\, and\nthe numerous issues to be addressed before a submission can be completed. \nOther government discussions\, environmental assessments\, surveys\, third party interests and more will be covered to assist with a greater understanding of the ATR process. \nDates: September 16\, 2026\nTime: 1 – 2 pm EST (Eastern Standard Time)\nLocation: Virtual\, ZOOM\nLanguage Delivery: Bilingual (Delivered in both English and French) \nFor more information\, please contact: cbourke@nalma.ca \nRegister here: https://nalma.ca/events/introduction-to-additions-to-reserve-for-chief-council/
URL:https://bcalma.ca/events/introduction-to-additions-to-reserve-for-chief-council-virtual-2/
CATEGORIES:NALMA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTSTAMP:20260818T164653Z
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SUMMARY:LUP - Introduction to Land Use Planning
DESCRIPTION:The Land Use Planning Toolkit developed by NALMA is a practical aid for First Nations’ use in developing a land use plan for their community. Culture\, tradition\, type of land regime\, experience\, available resources\, and the wishes of the community are all factors that must be considered to help determine the type and extent of the Land Use Plan. \nDates: September 22-24\, 2026 \nLocation: Ottawa\, ON \nLanguage Delivery: English \nSponsorship: Up to $2\,000 per First Nation. Please refer to NALMA’s Education Policy (page 17-20). As space is limited\, only one representative per First Nation will be accepted. Registrations will be accepted on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nFor more information\, please contact: jthompson@nalma.ca \nRegister here: https://nalma.ca/…/lup-introduction-to-land-use-planning/
URL:https://bcalma.ca/events/lup-introduction-to-land-use-planning/
CATEGORIES:NALMA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261014T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261014T140000
DTSTAMP:20260916T173717Z
CREATED:20260916T173717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T173717Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Land Management for Chief & Council (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:The focus of this training is to provide information to participants that are not familiar with land management on reserve lands. Basic information is provided to assist participants to better understand the fundamental concepts of land management and the influences effecting policy and procedures. \nDates: October 14\, 2026\nTime: 1 – 2 pm EST (Eastern Standard Time)\nLocation: Virtual\nLanguage Delivery: Bilingual – Delivered both in English and French. \nFor more information\, please contact: cbourke@nalma.ca \nRegister here: https://nalma.ca/events/introduction-to-land-management-for-chief-council/
URL:https://bcalma.ca/events/introduction-to-land-management-for-chief-council-virtual-2/
CATEGORIES:NALMA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261023
DTSTAMP:20260903T191721Z
CREATED:20260903T191546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T191721Z
UID:1309-1792454400-1792713599@bcalma.ca
SUMMARY:Practical Applications of Land Surveys
DESCRIPTION:Practical Applications of Land Surveys is for land managers that wish to know more about being hands-on with a survey project on reserve lands. This course builds on the process of a survey project that was taught in ‘Introduction to Surveys’\, and provides practical information about the process that is broken down into five categories: \n1) understanding the survey requirements and the information that is required on a survey plan\,\n2) preparing a project sketch\,\n3) reconnaissance of a survey to assist in preparing a cost estimate and the project sketch\,\n4) basics about field work including the use of a total station and GPS\, whether it’s for surveying\, mapping or just navigating. And field basics about survey traverses and how the math works\, then\n5) office work\, which is about putting it all together from field work to a draft plan. \nThis course delves into the practical aspect of various components of a survey project that will assist a lands manager with preparing a cost estimate and project sketch and being able to discuss a project with a land surveyor and where applicable with other stakeholders. \nDates: October 20-22\, 2026\nLocation: Peterborough\, ON\n*This course is a FULL 3-day training\nLanguage Delivery: English \nSponsorship: Up to $2\,000 per First Nation. Please refer to NALMA’s Education Policy (page 17-20). As space is limited\, only one representative per First Nation will be accepted. Registrations will be accepted on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nFor more information\, please contact: cknott@nalma.ca \nRegister here: https://nalma.ca/events/practical-applications-of-land-surveys/
URL:https://bcalma.ca/events/practical-applications-of-land-surveys/
CATEGORIES:NALMA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261106
DTSTAMP:20260917T153357Z
CREATED:20260917T153357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T153357Z
UID:1327-1793664000-1793923199@bcalma.ca
SUMMARY:Additions to Reserve/Reserve Creation (ATR/RC)
DESCRIPTION:The Additions to Reserve/Reserve Creation (ATR/RC) training will assist First Nations that are expanding their reserve land base\, providing a detailed overview of acquiring land and developing an ATR/RC proposal. This training will provide participants with the basic concepts of ATRs\, considerations before undertaking an ATR/RC\, and lead you through the four phases of the ATR process. \nDates: November 3-5\, 2026\nLocation: Ottawa\, ON\nLanguage Delivery: English \nFor more information\, please contact: jthompson@nalma.ca \nSponsorship: Up to $2\,000 per First Nation. Please refer to NALMA’s Education Policy (pages 17-20). As space is limited\, only one representative per First Nation will be accepted. Registrations will be accepted on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nRegister here: https://nalma.ca/events/additions-to-reserve-reserve-creation-atr-rc/
URL:https://bcalma.ca/events/additions-to-reserve-reserve-creation-atr-rc/
CATEGORIES:NALMA
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