shé:kon, kwei, kuei, k8e, kwe, kwaï, qey, pusu'l
gwe, ᐛᒋᔭ᙮ (waachiyaa), ᑕᓂᓯ (tanisi), ᐊᐃ (ai)

ᐎᓴᒄ ᐱᓯᒻ
wiisaakw-piisim
(when caribou are in rut) 

We’re Hiring: Administrative Assistant (Contract, Full-Time)

Join our team to provide bilingual administrative, events, and communications support. We are looking for a detailed-oriented and organized team member with strong translation and proof-reading skills in English and French.  

Why Work with Us?  

•     Remote/hybrid flexibility  
•     Wellness stipend  
•     Opportunities to travel in Quebec and across Canada  

We strongly encourage Indigenous applicants!  

Learn More & Apply

Wellness Webinar Series

We are excited to continue our virtual Wellness Webinar Series for lands managers with Ridge Road Training & Consulting!  

Webinar 2: Going Deeper 

      Date: November 12, 2025 

      Time: 2:30pm – 4:00pm EST 

      Language Delivery: Bilingual, English & French 

      Location: Zoom 

Registration

Surveying and Mapping Training in Wendake 

We are hosting a bilingual, in-person training on Surveying and Mapping in Wendake, in November 2025. 

This two-day session, delivered in collaboration with the Surveyor General Branch, will introduce participants to key concepts and practices in survey and mapping. 

Date: November 18 & 19, 2025
Location: Hôtel-Musée Premières Nations, 5 Place de la Rencontre, Wendake, QC
Language Delivery: Bilingual, English & French 

Register

For more information, please contact support@fnlmaql.ca. 

Congratulations to Leona Irons-Cummings!

Executive Director for NALMA, Leona Irons-Cummings, was awarded the Order of Canada to recognize her lifelong commitment to responsible and sustainable management of Indigenous lands and the environment. Leona’s dedication and passion for the environment have created ripple effects beyond the organization and their regional hubs.

Congratulations to Leona on this well-deserved recognition. Miigwetch for your passion and leadership.

Did you know...

As a NALMA member, you have access to the organization’s online resource library?

This platform is designed to support Indigenous lands managers’ professional growth by providing training videos, toolkits, and resources tailored to the needs of communities across the country.

Peersite

If you can't find the trainings you need, the information you’re looking for, or if you’re unable to access the Peersite platform, please contact training@fnlmaql.ca .

NEW FUNDING: Community Opportunity Readiness Program (CROP)

Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) is pleased to announce a 2026-2027 call for proposals for major economic development projects under the Community Opportunity Readiness Program (CROP).

The funding is intended to support community economic development in Indigenous communities related to:

• Business acquisition
• Starting or expanding businesses
• Community economic infrastructure

Program Guidelines

Submit your funding applications through the attached application form by December 1, 2025.

To discuss a potential project, please contact François Landry, Economic Development Officer at 418-254-5889 or by email at francois.landry2@sac-isc.gc.ca .

First Nations Fire Protection Strategy Webinar Series

The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) is hosting a webinar series to support the implementation of the First Nations Fire Protection Strategy. This series will focus on developing action plans for each of the strategy’s six pillars, providing clear guidance, priorities, and practical tools for First Nations communities.

Webinar Schedule (All sessions will take place from 12:00 – 3:00 PM EST)

• Thursday, October 30, 2025 – Fire Prevention Education & Outreach
• Thursday, November 20, 2025 – Community Infrastructure & Engineering
• Thursday, January 23, 2026 – Fire Department & Emergency Services
• Thursday, February 19, 2026 – Legislation & Fire Safety Standards
• Thursday, March 5, 2026 – Partnerships & Governance
• Thursday, March 19, 2026 – Funding, Reporting & Data Collection

More Info

TD Scholarship for Indigenous Peoples now open!  

AFOA Canada is pleased to announce that applications for the TD Scholarship for Indigenous Peoples will be open from 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time on October 1, 2025, until 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on October 31, 2025. 

The scholarship provides up to $60,000 over four years, with $10,000 each year for tuition and $5,000 each year for living expenses. 

Apply!

2025 FNQLYN Youth Summit 

Are you a First Nations youth between the ages of 18 and 35? The First Nations of Quebec and Labrador Youth Network (FNQLYN) invites you to take part in the 2025 edition of the Youth Summit, an essential gathering to reflect together on the future of our collective voice.

Date: November 6 - 9, 2025 
Location: Duchesnay Tourist Station, QC

Virtual attendance available! Participation in the 2025 Youth Summit is free of charge.

Register

Indigenous Settlement Money Management and Trust Education Needs Assessment

AFOA Canada is reviewing its current trust workshop offerings. Your feedback will help us understand the needs of Indigenous communities and what topics and delivery methods you are most interested in.

This survey will take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete. Complete the survey for a chance to win an Apple Watch Series 10 or AirPods!

If you are interested in participating further in this needs assessment by interview, please email Pamela Ouart-McNabb, Vice President of Education and Training at p.ouart-mcnabb@afoa.ca.

Survey

[SAVE THE DATE] FNHPA's 4th Annual National Conference

Join the First Nations Housing Professionals Association (FNHPA) for their 4th Annual National Conference from November 25 to 27 at the TCU Place in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

More info

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