Understanding Your Role in the Reserve Land and Environment Management Program (RLEMP) (Virtual)
2026-02-11 10:00 - 13:00 UTC
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).
Dates: February 11, 2026
Location: Virtual, 10AM-1PM PST
Language Delivery: Bilingual
For more information, please contact: cbourke@nalma.ca
Register here: https://nalma.ca/events/new-understanding-your-role-in-the-reserve-land-and-environment-management-program-rlemp-virtual/

Comprendre votre rôle dans le programme de gestion des terres et de l’environnement de la réserve (PGETR)
Le 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).
Dates : 11 février 2026
Emplacement : Virtuel, 10AM-1PM PST
Diction de la langue : Bilingue
Pour plus d’informations, veuillez contacter : cbourke@nalma.ca
Register here: https://nalma.ca/events/new-understanding-your-role-in-the-reserve-land-and-environment-management-program-rlemp-virtual/

Understanding Land Surveys
2026-02-19 10:00 - 11:00
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.
Dates: February 19, 2026
Location: Virtual, 10AM-11AM EST
Language Delivery: Bilingual
Contact: cbourke@nalma.ca
Register here: https://nalma.ca/events/understanding-land-surveys-comprendre-larpentage-des-terres-virtual/

Comprendre l’arpentage des terres
Cette 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.
Dates : 19 février 2026
Emplacement : Virtuel, 10AM-11AM EST
Diction de la langue : Bilingue
Contact : cbourke@nalma.ca
Inscrivez-vous ici : https://nalma.ca/events/understanding-land-surveys-comprendre-larpentage-des-terres-virtual/

Introduction to Land Use Planning
2026-02-24 - 2026-02-26
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.
Dates: February 24-26, 2026
Location: Vancouver, BC
Language Delivery: English
Sponsorship: 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.
For more information please contact Krista Knott at kknott@nalma.ca
Register here: https://nalma.ca/events/event/introduction-to-land-use-planning-vancouver-bc/

Species at Risk
2026-03-03 - 2026-03-05
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.
Dates: March 3-5, 2026
Location: Halifax NS
Language Delivery: English
Sponsorship: 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.
For more information, contact: jthompson@nalma.ca
Register here: https://nalma.ca/events/species-at-risk/

Reserve Land Governance
2026-03-18 13:00 - 15:00
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.
Dates: March 18, 2026
Location: Virtual, 1PM-3PM EST (Eastern Standard Time)
Language Delivery: Bilingual/French Delivery
Register here: https://nalma.ca/events/reserve-land-governance/

Understanding Land Surveys
2026-06-17 13:00 - 14:00
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.
Dates: June 17, 2026
Time: 1-2pm Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Location: Virtual
Language Delivery: Bilingual (Delivered in English and French)
For more information, please contact: cbourke@nalma.ca
Register here: https://nalma.ca/events/understanding-land-surveys/

Demystifying Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
2026-07-16 13:00 - 14:00
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.
Date: July 16, 2026
Time: 1 – 2 pm EST (Eastern Standard Time)
Location: Virtual
Language Delivery: English
For more information, please contact: cbourke@nalma.ca
Register here: https://nalma.ca/events/demystifying-gis/

GIS – Introduction to Geographical Information Systems (GIS) for Land Managers
2026-09-15 - 2026-09-17
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.
Dates: September 15-17, 2026 (2.5 days)
Location: Halifax, NS
Language Delivery: English
Sponsorship: 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.
For more information, please contact: cknott@nalma.ca
Register here: https://nalma.ca/events/gis-introduction-to-geographical-information-systems-gis-for-land-managers/

Best Practices in Environmental Management
2026-09-15 - 2026-09-17
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.
Dates: September 15-17, 2026
Location: Regina, SK
Language Delivery: English
Sponsorship: 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.
For more information, please contact: cknott@nalma.ca
Register here: https://nalma.ca/events/best-practices-in-environmental-management/
