Treaty and Aboriginal Land Stewards Association of Alberta

08/19/2026

Open for registration! National Aboriginal Lands Managers Association

OPEN FOR REGISTRATION:
Introduction to Additions to Reserve for Chief & Council (Virtual)

This training provides Chiefs and Councillors a look into the multi-faceted, multi-year process involved in adding lands to reserve. Topics include:

things to consider when purchasing lands for ATR
the need for building an ATR team and project management
reasons for the often-lengthy time it takes to add lands, and
the numerous issues to be addressed before a submission can be completed.

Other government discussions, environmental assessments, surveys, third party interests and more will be covered to assist with a greater understanding of the ATR process.

Dates: September 16, 2026
Time: 1 – 2 pm EST (Eastern Standard Time)
Location: Virtual, ZOOM
Language Delivery: Bilingual (Delivered in both English and French)

For more information, please contact: [email protected]

Register here: https://nalma.ca/events/introduction-to-additions-to-reserve-for-chief-council/

08/10/2026

OPEN FOR REGISTRATION:
LUP - Introduction to Land Use Planning
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: September 22-24, 2026
Location: Ottawa, ON
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: [email protected]
Register here: https://nalma.ca/.../lup-introduction-to-land-use-planning/

OPEN FOR REGISTRATION:
LUP - Introduction to Land Use Planning

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: September 22-24, 2026
Location: Ottawa, ON
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: [email protected]

Register here: https://nalma.ca/events/lup-introduction-to-land-use-planning/

08/10/2026

🌿 THIS WEEK — There’s still time to join The Learning Circle!

TALSAA’s first Learning Circle begins this Wednesday!

Join Melanie Daniels for two afternoons exploring Environmental Management Best Practices and strengthening the knowledge we use to care for the land and our communities.

📅 August 12 & 13
🕜 1:30–3:30 PM MDT
💻 Virtual
✅ FREE & OPEN TO ANYONE

We’ll be talking about environmental management, laws and standards, compliance and liabilities, environmental issues on reserve, governance responsibilities, and community awareness and involvement.

Whether this work is part of your everyday role or something you want to learn more about, you are welcome in the circle.

📧 Registration is still open! Email [email protected] to join us.

Please include your First and Last Name, Nation/Organization, Job Title, Age Range, and any accessibility requirements.

Learning together. Supporting one another. Caring for the land. 🌿

08/05/2026

🌿 ONE WEEK TO GO!
Join us for a FREE two-day virtual webinar on Environmental Management Best Practices.

Environmental management is about more than policies and regulations—it's about protecting the land, supporting our communities, and planning for the future.

Whether you're new to environmental management or looking to strengthen your knowledge, this free two-day virtual webinar offers practical learning and meaningful discussion led by Melanie Daniels.

Environmental Management Best Practices
📅 August 12 & 13, 2026
🕜 1:30 – 3:30 PM MDT
💻 Virtual
✅ Free & Open to Everyone

During this two-part webinar, we'll explore:

• What environmental management means in a First Nations context
• Environmental laws, standards, and guidelines
• Environmental compliance and liabilities
• Environmental issues on reserve, including waste, fuel, and non-compliance
• Governance responsibilities
• Community awareness and involvement

This webinar also serves as the introduction to a deeper learning opportunity available exclusively to TALSAA Members later this fall.

📧 To register, email [email protected]

Please include:
• Full Name
• Nation/Organization
• Job Title
• Age Range
• Any disability or accessibility accommodation requests

We look forward to learning together.

07/30/2026

Stewardship Is a Shared Responsibility.

Over the past few weeks, we've explored different parts of what land stewardship can look like.

From relationships and shared learning to planning for future generations, every step helps strengthen the connection between communities and the land.

The work continues. So does the learning.

07/28/2026

We Grow Stronger Together.

Some of the strongest ideas come from sharing experiences.

When Land Managers connect, ask questions, and learn from one another, knowledge grows stronger, and communities benefit.

Working together helps strengthen stewardship across Alberta.

07/23/2026

The Land Is Always Changing.

Every season brings different responsibilities, from planning and monitoring to responding to changing conditions and preparing for what comes next.

Caring for the land means adapting, learning, and continuing the work throughout the year.

07/22/2026

Check this out from Global Heroes!!🤗🧡 We are so thankful to be featured!

Discover how TALSAA is strengthening First Nations land stewardship through practical training, partnerships, resources, and capacity building across Alberta.

07/21/2026

Learning Never Stops.

No two days in land stewardship are exactly the same.

Every season brings new challenges, new opportunities, and new experiences. Whether knowledge is gained through time on the land, through training, or through conversations with others, learning strengthens the work of caring for the land.

By sharing knowledge and learning together, we continue building stronger communities and stronger stewardship.

07/16/2026

We're excited to launch The Learning Circle, TALSAA's new virtual workshop series that brings people together to share knowledge, strengthen skills, and support land stewardship across First Nation communities.

Our first series, Environmental Management Best Practices, will be led by Melanie Daniels, I.Sc., B.Sc., P.Biol., President of Chickadee Indigenous Relations Ltd. Melanie brings extensive experience working with First Nations in environmental management, stewardship, and regulatory compliance.

📅 August 12–13, 2026
🕜 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM MDT
💻 Virtual
🎟️ FREE
🌿 Open to everyone

This workshop also builds a strong foundation for TALSAA's in-person Environmental Management Best Practices Workshop on October 27–28, 2026, at Grey Eagle Resort & Casino.

Ready to attend this webinar series?
Email [email protected] with your:
• Name
• Nation/Organization
• Job Title
• Age
• Any disability or accessibility accommodation requests

We look forward to learning together.