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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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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:20260423T080744
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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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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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