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SUMMARY:Join us for the BCALMA AGM!
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the BCALMA Annual General Meeting (AGM)\, taking place January 27-28\, 2026\, from 9:00am to 4:00pm hosted at the River Rock Casino Resort Richmond\, BC. View the flyer.  \nThis year’s theme\, “Cultivating Wellness: Strengthening People\, Lands\, and Communities”\, highlights our shared commitment to accountability\, wellness\, and strong land stewardship. Together\, we will: \n\nReview the Annual Report and audited financial statements\nElect three new Board of Directors to guide our future direction\nReflect on wellness for self\, land\, and organizations—recognizing that strong land management begins with healthy leaders and healthy Nations\n\n📄 Expression of Interest – Community Presentations\nAttached to this email is an Expression of Interest form for those who would like to share the work their community is doing. We encourage members to highlight initiatives\, successes\, and lessons that strengthen our collective journey in land management and wellness. \nAdvanced Nominations \nAttached to this email are the forms for any members who would like to do advanced Nominating of members for the Directors. Advanced Nominating forms are required to be submitted by January 20\, 2025.  The following forms that are as follows: \n\nBCALM Nomination Form 2026\nBCALM Seconder Nomination Form 2026\nBCALM Nomination Acceptance Form 2026\n\nRegister here: https://forms.office.com/r/w3Xsa1B9zV \nSponsorship of up to $3\,000 per First Nation is available. Please note that space is limited\, with one representative per First Nation accepted on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nFor more information on the event registration\, please contact: admin@bcalma.ca \nIf you have any questions or need assistance with the booking process\, please don’t hesitate to contact the hotel directly\, or email admin@bcalma.ca \nWe look forward to your participation!
URL:https://bcalma.ca/events/join-us-for-the-bcalma-agm/
CATEGORIES:BCALMA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTSTAMP:20260423T092727
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SUMMARY:Additions to Reserves/Reserve Creation 
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: February 3-5\, 2026 \nLocation: Toronto\, ON \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 Juliana Thompson at jthompson@nalma.ca \nRegister here: https://nalma.ca/events/event/additions-to-reserves-reserve-creation-toronto-on/
URL:https://bcalma.ca/events/additions-to-reserves-reserve-creation/
CATEGORIES:NALMA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260213
DTSTAMP:20260423T092727
CREATED:20251218T212746Z
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SUMMARY:Practical Application 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: February 10-12\, 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 Cera Knott at cknott@nalma.ca \nRegister here: https://nalma.ca/events/event/practical-application-of-land-surveys-vancouver-bc/
URL:https://bcalma.ca/events/practical-application-of-land-surveys/
CATEGORIES:NALMA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260211T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T092727
CREATED:20260122T220506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T220506Z
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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:20260423T092727
CREATED: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:20260423T092727
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260305
DTSTAMP:20260423T092727
CREATED:20260206T181626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T181626Z
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SUMMARY:BCALMA Training - Indigenous Stewardship\, Cumulative Effects\, and Environmental Accountability
DESCRIPTION:Dear First Nations Land Professionals\, \nThe British Columbia Aboriginal Land Managers Association(BCALMA) is pleased to invite you to participate in our Environmental Management Training\, ‘Indigenous Stewardship\, Cumulative Effects\, and Environmental Accountability’\, taking place on March 3-4\, 2026\, in Tseshaht First Nation [c̓išaaʔatḥ]\, Port Alberni\, Vancouver Island. \nThis hands-on and practical training is part of BCALMA’s ongoing work with Dillon Consulting to develop a comprehensive Environmental Management Curriculum that supports Indigenous land managers in navigating today’s environmental management while upholding Indigenous laws\, values\, and stewardship principles. \nDesigned specifically for First Nations Land Managers\, and Environment related departments\, this session strengthens the connection between technical environmental knowledge and traditional Indigenous stewardship\, with a strong focus on practical application\, intergenerational responsibility\, and decision-making grounded in community values. \nKey Topics Include: \n\nEnvironmental Stewardship and Indigenous governance: Water\, Food Sovereignty\, and Community Resilience\nEnvironmental Legislation: Navigating environmental and regulatory processes in BC\nLand Development and Decision Making: Environmental Review and Project Approval Processes\nRisk & Mitigation: Practical approaches to environmental risk assessment and mitigation\nCumulative Effects and Impacts: Understanding Ecosystems & Pressures impacting BC lands and waters\nTools & Technology: Practical applications for land and environmental management.\n\nDay 1 – Curriculum Review\, case studies\, group activities and exercises\, Guest Speakers \nDay 2 – Curriculum Review\, guest speaker\, putting learning into practice\, Tour with Tseshaht First Nation [c̓išaaʔatḥ]\nKey Details \n\nDates: March 3 & 4\, 2026\nTime: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM\nHost Nation: Tseshaht First Nation [c̓išaaʔatḥ]\nLocation: Somass Hall\, 6200 Gallic Road\, Port Alberni\, BC\n\nRegistration is now open!\nPlease secure your spot by clicking this Registration Link or scanning the QR code included in the attached flyer. \nAccommodation:\nParticipants are responsible for booking their own accommodations. Hotel reservations are available at a group rate until February 16\, 2026\, and can be booked using the following link: Hotel Booking Link \nHotel details: Best Western Plus Barclay Hotel 4277 Stamp Avenue\, Port Alberni\, BC V9Y 7X8 \nTravel Support:\nTravel sponsorship is available for BCALMA members upon request. \n**Registration is not limited to one participant per First Nation; however\, sponsorship is only available for up to $3\,000 per First Nation. If your First Nation would like to register additional participants\, please contact us at admin@bcalma.ca. \n**Additional participants may be subject to a registration fee. \nAbout Dillon Consulting Limited:Dillon is a Canadian\, employee-owned professional firm specializing in planning\, environmental management\, and engineering\, with 26 offices across the country. With over five decades of experience working alongside more than 115 First Nation\, Métis\, and Inuit communities\, Dillon is deeply committed to advancing education\, training\, and capacity building\, and is proud to partner with BCALMA to develop and deliver Environmental Management training for Lands Managers. \nFor More Information or Assistance:\nIf you have any questions or need assistance with registration or accommodations\, please contact the hotel directly or email admin@bcalma.ca. \nWe are looking forward to having you join us in Tseshaht First Nation as we come together to strengthen Indigenous environmental stewardship and land governance across British Columbia.
URL:https://bcalma.ca/events/bcalma-training-indigenous-stewardship-cumulative-effects-and-environmental-accountability/
CATEGORIES:BCALMA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260306
DTSTAMP:20260423T092727
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UID:1112-1772496000-1772755199@bcalma.ca
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;VALUE=DATE:20260318
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260321
DTSTAMP:20260423T092727
CREATED:20260305T180754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T180938Z
UID:1137-1773792000-1774051199@bcalma.ca
SUMMARY:Land-Based Peer Mentorship Retreat
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce that registration is now open for BCALMA’s Land-Based Peer Mentorship Retreat\, taking place March 18–20\, 2026 at Fraser River Lodge in Agassiz\, BC. \nHosted in Cheam First Nation (Xwchiyo:m)\, this three-day\, family-friendly land-based learning experience will bring together emerging and experienced First Nations Land and Environment staff and their families for connection\, knowledge sharing\, and mentorship. \nEmerging: less than 2 years experience \nExperienced: more than 2 years experience \nParticipants will: \n\nStrengthen foundational land governance knowledge\nExplore environmental stewardship practices\nBuild a community of practice through peer mentorship and knowledge transfer\nParticipate in an ecological restoration tour\nEngage in Indigenous storytelling\nTake part in campfire sharing circles and a family scavenger hunt\nTour local initiatives and community-led work\n\nThis retreat is designed to create space for intergenerational learning\, relationship-building\, and shared leadership in a supportive and family-friendly environment. \nTo register\, please use the following link:\nBCALMA Peer Mentorship Retreat Event Dates: March 18-20\, 2026 – Fill out form \nIf you your family is joining\, please include their names and ages. \nLocation: Fraser River Lodge\, 7984 McDonald Road South\, Agassiz\, BC\nDates: March 18–20\, 2026 \nAccommodations:\nParticipants are responsible for booking their own accommodations by calling the venue directly. The Fraser River Lodge can be reached at (604) 796-1210 \nThey do not take bookings online. \nTravel Support:\nTravel sponsorship is available for BCALMA members upon request. \n**Registration is not limited to one participant per First Nation; however\, sponsorship is only available for up to $1\,500 per First Nation. If your First Nation would like to register additional participants\, please contact us at admin@bcalma.ca. \n**Additional participants may be subject to a registration fee.
URL:https://bcalma.ca/events/land-based-peer-mentorship-retreat/
LOCATION:Fraser River Lodge\, 7984 McDonald Road South\, Agassiz\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260318T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260318T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T092727
CREATED:20260226T233013Z
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UID:1135-1773838800-1773846000@bcalma.ca
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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