About Us
The National Aboriginal Lands Managers Association (NALMA) is a national, First Nation-led, non-political organization that supports First Nation land managers through capacity building, professional development, and technical support. We work alongside eight Regional Lands Associations (RLAs), connecting more than 260 professionals dedicated to advancing Indigenous land governance across Canada.
Professional Lands Management Certification
NALMA’s Professional Lands Management Certification Program (PLMCP) establishes professional credibility at a national level, formally recognizing skills and knowledge.
How to become a member of
NALMA
First Nations belonging to their respective Regional Lands Association (RLA) are automatically members of NALMA. For more information on membership, please follow the link below.
Upcoming Training & Events
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Understanding Land Surveys
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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 Location: Virtual Language Delivery: Bilingual Registration opens 4 weeks prior to Read more
Workshop for Planning and Land Administrators of Nunavut (PLAN)
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Topics: The PLA’s Role in Subdivision Development, Lot Pricing and Granular Resources. Facilitated by Jesse Ajayi and Alex Pysklywec, Community Planners from Northern Futures Inc. Limited Spots Available. Dates: June 24-26, 2026 Location: Aqsarniit Hotel and Conference Centre, Iqaluit, NU Important information: Travel Reimbursement Available for complete attendance (Full 2.5 days attendance required). Accommodations will Read more
Introduction to Land Use Planning
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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: Read more
National Additions to Reserve (ATR) Tracking System (NATS)
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The National Addition to Reserve Tracking System (NATS) is a database used to record Addition to Reserve proposals submitted to Indigenous Services Canada (ISC). NATS allows for the ability to provide a secure and protected online system as per the Policy on Government Security, submit Addition to Reserve (ATR) proposals, and track the status of their proposals online via Read more
Indian Lands Registry System
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The focus of this training is to provide an understanding of the Indian Lands Registry System. The virtual training will provide an overview of the Indian Land Registry System. Aspects will include Overview of the ILRS Menus, Electronic Registry Index Plan, and Reports. Dates: August 25-27, 2026 Location: Regina, SK Language Delivery: English Registration opens 8 weeks prior to training Read more
News
- Request for Proposal-Environmental Scan & Baseline ReportTogether, the Council for the Advancement of Native Development Officers (Cando), Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) and National Aboriginal Land Managers Association (NALMA) are seeking an experienced consultant/consulting company to conduct an environmental scan and create a Read more
- NALMA Celebrates Leona Irons-Cummings’ Appointment to the Order of Canada FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Curve Lake, ON – September 18, 2025 – The National Aboriginal Lands Managers Association (NALMA) proudly celebrates the appointment of Leona Irons-Cummings, C.M., to the Order of Canada, one of the nation’s highest Read more
- National Aboriginal Lands Managers Association Celebrates 25 Years of Advancing Indigenous Land Stewardship.FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Curve Lake First Nation, ON – May 12, 2025 – The National Aboriginal Lands Managers Association (NALMA) proudly marks its 25th anniversary, celebrating a quarter-century of empowering First Nations communities across Canada Read more
- First Nations-Led Joint Table on Waste Management and Illegal Dumping Established to Develop Options to Address Regulatory GapsFebruary 2025 — Ottawa, Unceded Algonquin Territory, Ontario A Joint First Nations-Federal Table has been established to explore options to address the longstanding gaps in environmental protections on First Nations reserve lands, with a focus on waste management and unauthorized dumping.