NALMA Update
November 2015
March 2016
National Aboriginal Lands Managers Association
NATIONAL
CONFERENCE!
1024 Mississauga Street
Curve Lake, ON
K0L 1R0
Phone: 705-657-7660
Fax: 705-657-7177
Toll Free: 1-877-234-9813
www.nalma.ca
YEAR
Celebration
May 31 - June 2, 2016
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK
Presented by:
National Aboriginal Lands Managers Association
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University of Saskatchewan: College of Agriculture and Bioresources
Regional Host:
Saskatchewan Aboriginal Land Technicians
NATIONAL CONFERENCE
S.A.L.T.
MAY 31-JUNE 2, 2016
UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN
SASKATOON, SK
Plenary and Breakout Session Highlights:
Treaty Federalism
James (Sakej) Youngblood Henderson,
Native Law Center, U of S
Graduation and Recognition Ceremony
Professional Lands Management
Certification Program, NALMA
The Tsawwassen First Nation: Case Study
Kim Baird Strategic Consulting
Innovative Aboriginal Programming
College of Agriculture and Bioresources,
U of S
Summary of the Tsilhqot’in Decision
Benjamin Ralston, Native Law Center, U of S
First Nations and Taxation
Dalyn Bear, Director of Lands,
Whitecap Dakota First Nation, SK
IPRM Experience and Career Highlights
Dalyn Bear, Director of Lands,
Whitecap Dakota First Nation, SK
Student Excellence Awards
Indigenous Land Rights
National Indigenous Council of Elders
Give Away Table - donations representing
your community are appreciated
Treaties, Sovereignty and Section 35
Lunch provided each day of the Conference.
However, you are responsible for your own
travel expenses.
NALMA Survey Project
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NATIONAL CONFERENCE
HOW TO REGISTER:
To complete an ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM, visit:
www.nalma.ca/events/event/national-conference
conference
Registration Deadline: May 20, 2016
Registration Fee: $150
(Registration fee waived for current
NALMA Members, PLMCP Graduating
Students, and Certified Land Managers)
For more information, contact:
Melanie Jacobs-Douglas
E: mjacobs@nalma.ca
P: 705-657-7660
TF: 1-877-234-9813
Sponsored by:
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Regional Lands Associations:
Atlantic Region Aboriginal Lands Association
Executive:
Chair: Louis Joe Bernard, Waycobah First Nation, NS
Vice-Chair: Rose Julian, Paq’tnkek Mi’Kmaw Nation, NS
Secretary: Stewart Etheridge, Miawpukek Mi’Kamawey Mawi’omi, NF
Treasurer: Albert Marshall, Eskasoni First Nation, NS
Although ARALA did not have a face to face meeting in the last quarter, ARALA
membership were active in participating in NALMA’s Specialized Training:
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Matrimonial Real Property Training in Moncton, NB October 6 – 8, 2015
Matrimonial Real Property Toolkit Training in Calgary, AB November 24 – 26, 2015
Lands Regimes Toolkit Training in Toronto, ON March 8 – 10, 2016
More information, please visit the ARALA website www.nalma.ca/ARALA
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British Columbia Aboriginal Land Managers
Executive:
Chair: Latrica Babin, Shuswap First Nation
Vice-Chair: Yvonne Weinert, Osoyoos Indian Band
Secretary: Geraldine Bangham, Lower Nicola Indian Band
Treasurer: Angela Fountain, Shackan Indian Band
Date: March 1-3, 2016
Location: Four Points by Sheraton Kelowna Airport, Kelowna, BC
Presentations and Training:
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Appraisals: Rod Cook, Kent MacPherson
Groundwater and the Water Sustainability Act: Julia Ko, First
Nations Fisheries Council of BC
First Nation Land Management Act: Angie Derrickson, FNLM
Resource Centre
Housing Policy Toolkit 2.0: Eric Blueschke, Naut’sa maut Tribal
Council
Specific Claims: John Burns, Allan Donovan and Company
Environmental Assessment and Redemption: Rob Lauman,
Efficient Environmental Consultants Ltd.
Dealing with Contaminated Sites - Remedial Excavations, In-Place
Treatment, and Risk Assessment: Rob Lauman, Efficient
Environmental Consultants Ltd.
Legacy Landfills: How to Manage Risks to Human Health and the Environment: Rob Lauman, Efficient
Environmental Consultants Ltd.
Negotiations: Stefan Moores, The Castlemain Group
Impact Benefits Negotiation, Post-Tsilhqot'in: John Burns, Allan Donovan and Company
Land Management Manual Revisions: Karl Comete, Senior Project Manager & Analyst, Joan Holmes
Associates Inc.
NALMA Update: Leona Irons, NALMA Executive Director
NALMA Survey Project: Graeme Sandy, NALMA Survey Project Manager
More information, please visit the BCALM website www.nalma.ca/BCALM
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First Nation Lands Managers Association
for Quebec and Labrador
Executive:
Chair: Gino Clement, Listuguj Mi’gmaq Government
Vice-Chair: Nick Ottawa, Kitigan Zibi Anishnabeg
Secretary: Amanda Simon, Mohawk Council of Kanesatake
Treasurer: Martin Stacey, Mohawk Council of Kahnawake
Date: February 23-24, 2016
Location: Mohawk Council of Kanesatake, QC
Presentations and Training:
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Climate Change and Adaptation: Philippe Gachon, ArcTrain
Mineral Exploration in Quebec: Jean-Louis Causse, Geologist/Economist
Land Management Manual Revisions: Karl Comete, Senior Project Manager & Analyst, Joan Holmes
Associates Inc.
Traditional Land Stewardship: Ellen Gabriel, Mohawk Council of Kanesatake
INAC Program Update: Cynthia L. Martin, INAC-Quebec Region
Community Tour: Mohawk Council of Kanesatake
More information, please visit the FNLMAQL website www.nalma.ca/FNLMAQL
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Ontario Aboriginal Lands Association
Executive:
Chair: Wanda McGonigle, Hiawatha First Nation
Vice-Chair: Janice Burning, Six Nations of the Grand River
Secretary/Coordinator: Margaret Sault, Mississaugas of the New Credit
Treasurer: Cindy Behm, Sheguiandah First Nation
Vice-Treasurer: Erica Soney, Walpole Island First Nation
Date: January 27-28, 2016
Location: Casino Rama, Rama, ON
Presentations and Training (Our Land 2016):
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Climate Change and First Nations: Dr. David Pearson
Safe Living Environments-Mould and Designated Substance Surveys: Jim Bailey
Hydro One Agreements and First Nation and Metis Relations: Sara Jane Souliere & Andrew Luis
Energy Planning and Projects: Catherine Monaghan & Fraser Damoff
Wild Rice-Ecology and Restoration: Dr. Eric Sager
Property Values on First Nations-Real Estate Appraisals: Duncan Bell
LEDSP Funding-An Overview for 2016: Cheyenne Loon
Energy Efficiency and New Builds: Earl Commanda
Environmental Review Process (ERP)-How it Affects First Nation Projects: Cheyenne Loon
First Nations Aging Wastewater Infrastructure-The Need for Septic Reinspection: Stew Dolstra & Peter Ross
Finding Financial and Human Resources: Dean Jacobs, Eric Sager, Asaf Zohar
First Nation Priority-Safe Drinking Water for All: Regional Grand Chief Isadore Day
Drinking Water-From Source to Tap: Regional Grand Chief Isadore Day, Sangeeta Chopra, Andrea Hicks
Duty to Consult and Municipalities: George McKibbon, David Stinson & Carolyn King
Eco Circles-Community Driven Project Implementation: Dean Jacobs
Protecting Your Natural Assets-Species at Risk & Invasive Species: Andrea Hicks & Andrea Coppins
A Birds Eye View-Water and Wastewater Treatment Systems: George Terry
Community Engagement-Fostering Community Ownership of Projects: Mike Jacobs & Paul Owl
Water Management-Planning for Sustainable Waste Solutions: David Bucholtz & Stephanie Allen
Community Engagement-Large Group Facilitation: Mike Jacobs & Paul Owl
More information, please visit the OALA website www.nalma.ca/OALA
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Planning and Land Administrators
of Nunavut
Executive:
Chair: Vacant
Vice-Chair: Vacant
Secretary: Blandina Kakkianiun, Hamlet of Kugaaruk
Treasurer: Leata Qaunaq, Hamlet of Arctic Bay
Date: February 23-24, 2016
Location: Iqaluit, NU
The Regional Lands Administrator, Kivalliq Region; and the Planning and Lands Administrator for Arctic Bay,
Qikiqtani Region met in Iqaluit, NU in February 2016. Because of inclement weather the representative of
Kitikmeot Region was not able to attend the session.
Presentations and Training:
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Introduction to the National Aboriginal Lands
Managers Association
Update to Planning and Land Administrators of
Nunavut (PLAN) activities
Orientation to the Web-based Learning Project
Management Planning Essentials Training Overview
PLAN visited the office of the Nunavut Municipal Training
Organization, the Lands Registration Office; as well as the
Lands Office for the Government of Nunavut.
Web-based Learning Project Management Planning
Essentials Training Overview and Orientation sessions via
Go To Meeting will be available to all PLAN members on
April 7, 14 and again on the 21st, 2016. Members will then
participate in the on line course.
To meet Hamlet Planning and Land Administrator’s needs,
PLAN purchased and will be providing magnetic locators
to those who require one.
PLAN completed their 2016-2017 Work Plan and look
forward to the first teleconference in May 2016.
The Planning and Land Administrators are busy
with the May 9th, 2016 referendum.
More information, please visit the PLAN website www.nalma.ca/PLAN
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Saskatchewan Aboriginal Land Technicians
Executive:
Chair: Harold Daniels, Mistawasis First Nation
Vice-Chair: Leonard Tipewan, Witchekan Lake First Nation
Secretary/Treasurer: Corina Rider, Carry the Kettle First Nation
Date: March 1-2, 2016
Location: Travel Lodge Hotel, Saskatoon, SK
Presentations and Training (Annual SALT Conference):
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NALMA Update: Leona Irons, NALMA Executive Director
Land Management Manual Revisions: Karl Comete, Senior Project Manager & Analyst,
Joan Holmes Associates Inc.
NALMA Survey Program Update: Graeme Sandy, NALMA Survey Project Manager
INAC Address: Cheri Moreau
Community/Land Use Planning: Tamara Young, INAC/Urban Systems
Designations: INAC
Environmental Sustainability Plans and EAs: Evan Shaw, INAC
Waste Packaging and Paper Stewardship Plan: Kelly Goyer, Multi-Material
Stewardship Western
RLEMP Permits-Reporting and Compliance: INAC
FNLMA: Leah Bitternose, Lands Advisory Board
Surveys and Mapping: Akbarali Karson, NRCan
Specific Claims and Designations: Maurice Law
Past Directors Recognition:
o Denise Pelletier, Cowessess First Nation
o Terry Prosper, One Arrow First Nation
o Milton Oxebin, Mosquito Grizzly Bear’s Head Lean Man First Nation
More information, please visit the SALT website www.nalma.ca/SALT
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Treaty and Aboriginal Land Stewards
Association of Alberta (TALSAA)
Executive:
Chair: Lars Duck Chief, Siksika Nation
Vice-Chair: Elvis Thomas, Woodland Cree First Nation
Secretary: Liz Arcand, Alexander First Nation
Treasurer: Len Quinney, Frog Lake First Nation
Date: January 26-27, 2016
Location: Radisson Hotel Edmonton South, Edmonton, AB
Presentations and Training
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By-Law Workshop: Debra Campbell, NALMA Master Instructor
o Powers of Councils
o By Law Enforcement
o AANDC By-Laws Advisory Services Unit
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How To Set Up a Lands Office: Debra Campbell, NALMA Master Instructor
o Land Allocation
o Economic Development
o Improvements
o Use and Occupancy
o Residency
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First Nation Land Holdings: Debra Campbell, NALMA Master Instructor
o Land Regimes Review
o Traditional Lands Holdings
o Customary Land Allocations
o Certificate of Possession Holdings
o Lands Management: Dispute Resolutions
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Land Management Manual Revisions: Karl Comete, Senior Project Manager & Analyst, Joan Holmes Associates Inc.
o Overview of the Update and Reorganization of the Manual
o Request Land Managers Feedback
More information, please visit the TALSAA website www.nalma.ca/TALSAA
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Manitoba Uske
Executive:
Chair: Gord Bluesky, Brokenhead Ojibway Nation
Vice-Chair: Herman Green, Buffalo Point First Nation
Secretary: Calvin Campeau, Sapotaweyak Cree Nation
Treasurer: Maurice Myran, Long Plain First Nation
Date: January 21, 2016
Location: Delta Hotel, Winnipeg, MB
After the Commercial Leasing Training held in
Winnipeg, Manitoba Uske held a meeting to
generate some ideas for the next fiscal year
training and to develop a Work Plan.
Date: March 1-3, 2016
Location: The Kikiwak Inn, Opaskwayak, MB
Presentations and Training:
 Introduction to the UAV / remote sensing scene: Khaleel Khan, Senior Surveyor, Surveyor General Branch,
Natural Resources Canada – MB Region, Oilerhead & Associates (Yellowknife)
 Introduction to TNC Canada: Amanda Karst, Community Outreach Coordinator, TNC Canada
Special Events:
 A tour of the Opaskwayak Cree Nation Lands Department
 Recognition Presentation of Manitoba Uske Founding Members:
o Walter Mentuck – Waywayseecappo First Nation
o Maurice Sutherland – Peguis First Nation
Welcome! Manitoba Uske New Member
Misipawistik Cree Nation
More information, please visit the Uske website www.nalma.ca/Uske
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Centre of Excellence for
Matrimonial Real Property
NALMA and the COEMRP are pleased to welcome Laurie Hockaday to the COEMRP team in the position of Executive
Support. A member of the Curve Lake First Nation in Ontario, Laurie brings 28 years of experience in various aspects
of First Nation governance. She is dedicated to providing exceptional service to First Nation people and communities
and looks forward to assisting First Nation leaders and technicians in the area of Matrimonial Real Property.
Upcoming Training
In the upcoming year, COEMRP is pleased to offer three (3) MRP Training workshops in 2016-2017. The target Group
Priority is 20 Northern First Nations who have not had an opportunity to attend one of our previous training
sessions. Priority will be given to one delegate per First Nation. Additional delegates will be considered if space is
available.
Sponsorship is available for these Northern First Nations of up to $2500.00 per First Nation, to assist registered
participants with the travel costs of attending the MRP Training session. The First Nation will be reimbursed upon
receipt of a completed travel claim, accompanied by original associated receipts.
We have toolkit training sessions in:
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Northern Ontario – June 14-16, 2016
Edmonton, Alberta – October 4-6, 2016
Vancouver, British Columbia – February 14-16, 2017
If you are interested in attending one of the MRP Toolkit Training sessions in the upcoming year, call: 705-657-9992
or 1 855-657-9992 for more information or visit our website at http://coemrp.ca/training to register. We look forward
to seeing you there!
The Centre of Excellence is also pleased to announce the opportunity to come to your First Nation for a communitybased presentation. We are available to make a presentation on:
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The law-making provisions of the legislation and best practices for engaging your community in this activity
Information on the provisional federal rules and how they impact your First Nation. These rules became
effective December 16th, 2014 and will apply until your First Nation enacts its own MRP law
Presentations can be geared to leadership, technicians and/or members and residents.
If your First Nation is interested in
hosting such a presentation please
contact our Communications Officer,
Lindsay Mullin at lmullin@coemrp.ca.
We will do our best to accommodate
your request. Please contact us early
as dates are limited.
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COEMRP New Publications:
The Centre of Excellence for Matrimonial Real Property is pleased to announce our most recent publication, a Quick
Reference Guide to the Family Homes on Reserves and Matrimonial Interests or Rights Act. This booklet is a quick
summary of the provisions contained within the Act.
COEMRP has produced an instructional video for the completion of Matrimonial Real Property (MRP) forms required
for the registration of documents in the Indian Land Registry System (ILRS). This video can be used in conjunction
with the MRP Desk Manual for First Nation Land Managers. To view COEMRP’s new Managing MRP Forms video,
visit http://coemrp.ca/resources
COEMRP is currently drafting informational pamphlets tailored to each province which will provide a guide for how a
spouse or common-law partner might apply for an Exclusive Occupation Order of the family home (matrimonial
home) on Reserve.
Information Mail Out:
In March of this year, the COEMRP conducted a mail out campaign enclosing an MRP Toolkit to those First Nations
who have not yet attended MRP Training sessions. We can now announce that we have reached out to every First
Nation to which the Family Homes on Reserves and Matrimonial Interests or Rights Act applies.
COEMRP has also conducted a mail out to all newly appointed MP’s whose riding includes First Nations
communities. We also provided information to the Standing Committee on Aboriginal and Northern Development.
The information mail out contained:
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Matrimonial Real Property Toolkit
A Quick Reference Guide to the Family Homes on Reserves and Matrimonial Interests or Rights Act booklet
On-Reserve Matrimonial Real Property Rights booklet
Role of Chief and Council brochure
Understanding Estates Management on Reserve booklet
Matrimonial Real Property Rights on your Reserve fourfold
If your First Nations requires additional copies of these or any other publications, they can be found at
http://www.coemrp.ca or by contacting us at 855-657-9992.
2015-2016 Research Activities:
Over the last few months, the COEMRP has worked with Paul Salembier who produced a research paper on the
transitional challenges experienced by First Nation’s in the implementation of the Family Homes on Reserves and
Matrimonial Interests or Rights Act (the Act). Our goal in commissioning the paper is to provide a comprehensive
understanding of the types of challenges faced by First Nations to this point and suggest some strategies for moving
forward.
We have also contracted with lawyer and mediator, Marie-Eve Bordeleau, to construct a research report on the
implementation of Section 16 (Emergency Protection Orders) of the Family Homes on Reserves and Matrimonial
Interests or Rights Act.
These reports will be translated and added to our website shortly.
The staff at COEMRP remain committed to assisting First Nation leadership, technicians and residents in their
implementation strategies. If we can provide information, templates or in any way aid in your understanding of
the rights and protections available under the legislation, we would be happy to hear from you.
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2015-2016 Survey Program
Background
In order to better support the survey requirements of First Nations, Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC) has
redefined part of their survey program as a Grants and Contributions program. This program would be incrementally moved
from under the Department’s operational umbrella, to a well-defined and official program managed by a First Nation
organization.
Over the course of the 2012-2013 fiscal year, NALMA assumed the responsibility of managing the portion of the Survey
Program funded under Grants and Contributions on behalf of INAC under a pilot arrangement.
To facilitate the transition NALMA worked closely with INAC-Headquarters (HQ), as well as INAC and Natural Resources
Canada (NRCan) respective Regions.
The pilot was evaluated by the participants (First Nations, Land Surveyors, INAC, and NRCan) based on the results, the pilot
was very successful. To that end, NALMA has continued to deliver the program on an ongoing basis.
Program Objective
1. Delivery of INAC Grants and Contributions Survey Program
specifically for First Nations throughout Canada with
exception to First Nations Land Management Act
(FNLMA) Bands;
2. Survey program to be delivered through NALMA as part of
their core operations;
3. Contracting out of land surveys to support First Nations
priorities such as:
a. Set Asides – Section 18(2)
b. Land Designations – Section 53
c. First Nation Allotments – Section 20
d. Permits – Section 28(2)
e. Re-survey of Exterior Boundaries
f. Additions to Reserve
g. Land Use Mapping for Band Land Purposes
h. Other surveys to support land administration as
recommended by INAC
4. Collaborate with INAC-HQ, NRCan-HQ and their respective
regions to:
a. Ensure project readiness
b. Provide ongoing communication to ensure issues are
addressed during all phases of the project; and
5. Program delivery available in both official languages as
required.
Phase 2: Contracting out by NALMA
NALMA receives the recommended projects from INAC
and begins the survey process.
1. A formal request is sent to the First Nation
2. Request for quote is sent to the Canada Lands
Surveyor
3. Evaluation of quote
4. Award the contract
5. Monitoring the contract
6. Payment of invoices upon project completion.
Program Procedures
To manage the Survey Program, NALMA in collaboration with
INAC and NRCan have developed the following process, which
is briefly outlined below:
Phase I: Project Identification and Selection
INAC assesses whether the survey request falls within the
priorities that qualify for funding and decides which projects
will go forward as Grants and Contributions, subject to the
availability of funds and departmental priorities.
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In 2015-2016 NALMA managed 42 Survey Requests from
Ontario, Quebec, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and British Columbia
British Columbia (24)
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Exterior Boundary Investigation (6)
Boundary Investigation
Exterior Boundary Survey
Sec 50 Sale (2)
Designation (8)
Set Asides (2)
Interior Survey
Ontario (8)
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Correction to regularize Internal
Boundaries (2)
Create subdivision for housing (2)
Create subdivision for commercial use
Encroachment (2)
Internal Boundary Issue
Manitoba (1)
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Exterior Boundary Survey
Quebec (4)
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Exterior Boundary Survey (2)
Exterior Boundary Investigation
Subdivision of lot
Saskatchewan (5)
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Encroachment
MOU Survey
Set Asides (3)
For NALMA Survey Project inquiries, contact:
Graeme Sandy
Jacques Desrochers
Survey Project Manager
(French Inquiries)
Email: gsandy@nalma.ca
Email: jdesrocher@nalma.ca
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Specialized Training Sessions:
Matrimonial Real Property:
Our 2015/2016 training schedule included the following dates and locations.
DATE
August 11-13, 2015 (English)
August 25-27, 2015
September 15-17, 2015
September 29-October 1, 2015
October 6-8, 2015
October 27-29, 2015
November 3-5, 2015
November 24-26, 2015
December 1-3, 2015
January 12-14, 2016
February 9-11, 2016
LOCATION
Montreal, QC
Toronto, ON
Sept-Îles, QC
Winnipeg, MB
Moncton, NB
Saskatoon, SK
Vancouver, BC
Calgary, AB
Halifax, NS
Orillia, ON
Kelowna, BC
Due to high demand, we were able to offer an additional French session in Montreal, QC, which was led by Lawyer and
Mediator, Marie-Eve Bordeleau.
The Centre also provided 3 MRP Regional Forums:
We thank everyone who has
 (East) Halifax, NS - December 1-3, 2015
participated
in our MRP Toolkit
 (Central) Rama, ON - January 12-14, 2016
Training sessions for their hard work,
 (West) Kelowna, BC - February 9-11, 2016
The two and a half day training session included:
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The need for MRP law,
A model process for MRP law-making,
Ratifying your MRP law,
Understanding the Federal Provisional Rules,
Alternative dispute resolution mechanisms,
MRP ILRS Forms
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Please visit our website
www.coemrp.ca/training
for upcoming events!
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Commercial Leasing: Training Opportunity for Manitoba and Saskatchewan Region
The “Commercial Leasing” Pilot workshop was designed to introduce participants to the newly developed “Guide to
Commercial Leasing” and the “Commercial Lease Precedent” document. It is intended to be a resource and tool for those
that manage commercial leasing on reserve lands. The workshop provided a basic background on land management,
commercial leasing and the designation process for the purpose of leasing reserve lands. It contained very basic
information to assist the participants to better understand the newly developed guide and precedent document, and the
influences effecting policy and procedures.
Manitoba Session:
Location: Winnipeg, MB
Date: January 19-21, 2016
Saskatchewan Session:
Location: Saskatoon, SK
Date: February 16- 18, 2016
Instructor: Darrell Loyer
Land Regimes Toolkit:
The Introduction to Land Regimes Toolkit was developed as a practical aid for First Nations’ use in the task of adopting a
land regime that better suites their needs. Culture, tradition, type of regime, experience, available resources and the wishes
of the community are all factors that must be considered to help determine the direction the First Nation chooses for
managing its land and affairs.
Location: Toronto, ON
Date: March 8-10, 2016
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Land Management Training:
NALMA delivered three capacity building workshops for First Nation Land Management Bands. The workshop delivery was
intended to present participants with the essential differences between an Indian Act Band and a FNLM Band. The
workshops identified the expectations of the Land Manager and the essential processes to ensure reliable decision-making.
The following three (3) NALMA Lands Management Modules were delivered:
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Module 201 – Fundamentals – December 1 – 4, 2015 – Hilton Winnipeg Airport – Winnipeg, MB
Module 401A – Leasing – January 12 – 15, 2016 – Hampton Inn & Suites – Toronto, ON
Module 501: Permits – March 8 – 11, 2016 – Radisson Hotel, Saskatoon, SK
French Land Management Training:
The objective of this project was to deliver Lands Management Training specific to Francophone First Nations. The delivery
of four (4) NALMA Lands Management Modules were held in Quebec City, QC as follows:
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Module 101 – History and Legislation – November 16 – 18, 2015
Module 201 – Fundamentals – January 18 – 21, 2016
Module 301 – Collective and Individual Interest – February 15 – 18, 2016
Module 401A – Leasing 1 – March 14 – 18, 2016
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Professional Lands Management
Certification Program (PLMCP)
PLMCP Level Two courses are delivered in a number of relevant locations to compliment the content of the
respective course.
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Module 101: History & Legislation in Ottawa, ON; August 17-21, 2015
Module 201: Fundamentals in Regina, SK; September 21-25, 2015
Module 301: Individual & Collective Interests in Toronto, ON; October 19-23, 2015
Module 401A: Leasing I in Westbank, BC; November 16-20, 2015
Module 401B: Leasing II On-line Web Based Training; December 7, 2015-January 17, 2016
Module 501: Permits in Vancouver, BC; February 1-5, 2016
Congratulations to the 2015/2016 Professional Land Management
Certification Program (PLMCP) students! They all worked very hard
managing their studies, work and home life. The students were keen to
participate in class discussions, group assignments and presentations.
They shared their experiences providing an enriched learning
environment for their classmates. Each of them contributed to the
quality of the program content by providing real life experiences to the
theory they learned. They embraced the program and accepted the
challenges it brought. Thank you to all the students for their dedication
to the PLMC Program and the hard work you employed to achieve a
successful conclusion to this learning path. There is yet another
learning path to explore. This is only the beginning. Best Wishes!
-Deb
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National Land Managers Survey:
Survey Launched: Tuesday December 15th, 2015 (English Version) & Tuesday March 22, 2016 (French Version)
The survey was originally sent to 291 Regional Land Association Members, Certified Land Managers, and PLMCP
Students.
Early Bird Deadline: Friday January 8th, 2016
Juliette Fineday, Sweetgrass First Nation, SK
Early Bird Prize (English): Microsoft Surface Pro
Original Deadline (English): Friday January 22nd, 2016 (Due to limited responses, the deadline was extended)
Extended Deadline: Friday January 29th, 2016 (English)
Original Deadline (French): Thursday March 31st, 2016
PRIZE WINNERS:
Hester Breaker, Siksika Nation, AB
First Prize (English): Microsoft Surface Pro
Katharina Trottier, Abenaquis de Wolinak, QC
First Prize (French): Microsoft Surface Pro
Second Prize ($250 Visa Gift Card): Sandrah McGregor, Whitefish River First Nation, ON
Third Prize ($150 Visa Gift Card): Rainy Crane, Key Band, SK
Fourth Prize ($100 Visa Gift Card): Stewart Etheridge, Miawpukek Mi’Kamawey Mawi’omi, NL
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Response Summary:
Total Responses: 115
Total COMPLETED Surveys: 108
Number of First Nations represented: 105
Male Responses: 65
Female Responses: 50
National Land Managers
Survey
Introduction - National Lands Managers Survey
Questionnaire
Regions Represented in the Completed Surveys*:
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British Columbia
Alberta
Saskatchewan
Manitoba
Ontario
Quebec
Atlantic
Nunavut
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Position Classification:
Full Time Permanent:
Full Time Term:
Full Time Contract:
Part Time Permanent:
Part Time Term:
Part Time Contract:
Third Party Contract:
Welcome to the National Land Managers Survey!
The National Aboriginal Lands Managers Association (NALMA) has been in operation for over 15 years, delivering training,
(20.0%)
(7.0%)
(21.7%)
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(25.2%)
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and technical support to Land Managers across the country.
As our organization continues to grow, we want to take this opportunity to canvass our members and Certified Land
Managers to evaluate our current programs and training models in an effort to enhance our delivery methods.
We are redesigning our Land Management Certification program, and want to know how we can enhance content and
delivery to provide you with the tools and resource required to fulfill your role as a First Nation land manager.
In addition, NALMA members have identified the need to have a land manager position compensation guide.
The purpose of this four (4) part survey will be to:
Assess and enhance our current training delivery
2.
Identify technical support needs
3.
4.
Identify land program efficiencies
Establish a land manager position compensation guide
If someone in your office did not receive an email directing the completion of this survey or if you received this email in error,
please email mjacobs@nalma.ca and inform Melanie Jacobs-Douglas of the issue.
You are permitted to complete this survey only once, and is expected to take approximately 1 hour to complete.
-Each response will be electronically tallied independently from one another, and at no point will your personal information
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be associated with any of your responses
-At no point will any names of those surveyed be published or used in any reporting components of this project
-NALMA maintains all passwords and control over all raw data. At no point will the raw data be accessible at the First Nation,
or Government level.
Once your survey has been completed (from start to finish), your name will be entered into a PRIZE DRAW!!!
EARLY BIRD PRIZE: Microsoft Surface Pro!!
You must complete your survey by January 8th, 2016 to be entered into the Early Bird Prize Draw.
FIRST PRIZE: Microsoft Surface Pro + $250 Prepaid VISA
SECOND PRIZE: $250 Prepaid VISA
THIRD PRIZE: $150 Prepaid VISA
Which Land Regime does your First Nation currently
operate under:
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RLEMP Operational
RLEMP Development
FNLMA Operational
FNLMA Development
Self-Government
None
Not Sure
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Land Managers Training accreditations:
Completed Level 1
Currently Enrolled in Level 1
Completed Level 2
Currently Enrolled in Level 2
Completed Both Levels (Certified)
Completed LMTP
Have not completed any Lands Training
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(10.9%)
A full summary report will be presented at the
National Conference in Saskatchewan.
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NALMA Membership Services:
Don’t forget to check out our NEW website!
www.nalma.ca
Mobile Responsive Design
Access our site on your phone or tablet!
Events Calendar
Twitter Feed
Quick Links to Major Programs
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Networking
NALMA will provide a channel for
successfully networking through
open lines of communication,
knowledge sharing, and the
establishment of partnerships and
strategic alliances across Canada.
Training and Professional
Development
NALMA will apply for funds to
provide training and capacity
building for First Nation Land
Managers to attend various training
programs. In the past, NALMA has
been successful in obtaining funds
to assist participants in a number of
training initiatives.
Technical Expertise
NALMA is able to provide technical
expertise in the area of land
management to First Nation Land
Managers, First Nation organizations
and government agencies.
Referrals
NALMA will refer First Nations Land
Managers requiring assistance on
day-to-day land issues or general
inquiries, to Regional Lands
Associations, individual First Nation
Land Managers or government and
professional agencies.
Watch for further updates regarding our member login access and
updated Resource Library!
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Contact Us
National Aboriginal Lands Managers Association Staff:
Leona Irons
Executive Director
lirons@nalma.ca
Lesley (Buffy) Hill
Executive Support
bhill@nalma.ca
Debra Campbell
Master Instructor
dcampbell@nalma.ca
Jill Knott
Finance and Senior Officer
jknott@nalma.ca
Julia Taylor
Project Manager
jtaylor@nalma.ca
Melanie Jacobs-Douglas
Resource Technical Support
mjacobs@nalma.ca
Graeme Sandy
Survey Project Manager
gsandy@nalma.ca
Centre of Excellence for Matrimonial Real Property Staff:
Laurie Hockaday
Executive Support
lhockaday@coemrp.ca
Chris Angeconeb, LL.B
Legislative Analysis
Coordinator
cangeconeb@coemrp.ca
National Aboriginal Lands Managers Association
1024 Mississauga Street
Curve Lake, ON K0L 1R0
Phone: 705-657-7660
Fax: 705-657-7177
Toll free: 1-877-234-9813
www.nalma.ca
National Aboriginal Lands Managers Association
Kathy McCue
Admin. & Communications Coordinator
kmccue@coemrp.ca
Lindsay Mullin
Communications &
Community Relations Officer
lmullin@coemrp.ca
Centre of Excellence for Matrimonial Real Property
(Shipping Address)
1787 Curve Lake Road
Lakefield, ON K0L 2H0
Phone: 705-657-9992
Fax: 705-657-2999
Toll free: 1-855-657-9992
www.coemrp.ca
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