Mission

The First Nation Lands Managers Association for Quebec and Labrador is a bilingual, nonprofit, nonpolitical organization whose mission is to unite and assist all of its members and Indigenous communities to exchange knowledge, ideas and expertise in all areas of Land Management while incorporating our traditional values, beliefs and practices.

Vision

All Quebec and Labrador Indigenous communities are empowered in autonomously managing their land.

The overall goals of the FNLMAQL are shared with the National Aboriginal Lands Managers Association (NALMA) and aim to unite First Nations Lands Managers through a provincial Association.

Seven Grandfather Teachings

The Seven Grandfather Teachings have always been a part of many Indigenous cultures and their roots date back to the beginning of time. The teachings impact one’s surroundings and they provide guidance for all actions. These founding principles are:

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Love

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Respect

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Courage

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Honesty

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Wisdom

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Humility

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Truth

Goals & Objectives

The FNLMAQL’s primary goal is to unite the Indigenous lands managers through a provincial association. Our overall goals are shared with the National Aboriginal Lands Managers Association (NALMA). Other goals include:

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Financial support from governmental and private sources

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Communicate in both official languages lands management issues of significance to Indigenous communities

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In-service education for Indigenous land managers

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Share regional land management activities and interests with NALMA

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Collaboratively with other regional and national Indigenous lands managers association in providing technical advice and guidance

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Encourage and foster the incorporation of Indigenous values, culture and beliefs into lands management systems and processes

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