Manitoba Uske

Keewatinook Fishers of Lake Winnipeg is having a meeting February 10-12th, 2026. Please see poster for contact information.

Applications are now open for the Professional Lands Management Certification Program (PLMCP). This fully funded training program, administered by the National Aboriginal Lands Managers Association (NALMA) and supported by Indigenous Services Canada (ISC), offers an important opportunity for individuals from First Nations communities to build expertise in managing reserve lands and supporting sustainable development.

Manitoba USKE is proud to partner with BCALM as we bring our GIS unit to BC for an informative workshop! We invite you to the Sacred Waters, Living Lands: Indigenous Pathways for Marine and Land Use Planning, hosted at the Musqueam First Nation Cultural Centre taking place December 3–5, 2025.

The session is open to ALL First Nations under any land regime including ISC, RLEMP, land code, and self-government, and staff or community members working in Lands related positions – Lands, Education, Natural Resources, Planning, Economic Development, Environmental Management, Forestry, Public Works and Waste Management, and more!!

Registration is FREE for BCALMA members, Elders, Community Members and students.

Location: Musqueam First Nation Cultural Centre (4000 Musqueam Ave, Vancouver, BC V6N 3S2)
Dates: December 3–5, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM daily

Register Now: BCALMA Marine Spatial & Land Use Planning workshop - Registration form – Fill out form
Sponsorship of up to $3,000 per BCALMA member is available. Please note that space is limited, with one representative per First Nation accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information on the event registration,
please contact: [email protected] ‼️‼️

Travel & Accommodation Information: Participants are responsible for arranging their own travel and accommodations. BCALMA has secured a group rate for participants to book their accommodations at The Westin Wall Centre Vancouver Airport
*Note the hotel is located a short drive from the venue.

Booking Deadline: November 28, 2025
Hotel Address: 3099 Corvette Way, Richmond, BC V6X 4K3

Event Dates:
Start: Wednesday, December 3, 2025 (check-in on Tuesday, December 2, 2025)
End: Friday, December 5, 2025

Manitoba USKE is proud to partner with BCALM as we bring our GIS unit to BC for an informative workshop!

We’re excited to invite you to the Sacred Waters, Living Lands: Indigenous Pathways for Marine and Land Use Planning, hosted at the Musqueam First Nation Cultural Centre (4000 Musqueam Ave, Vancouver, BC V6N 3S2), taking place December 3–5, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM each day.

The session is open to ALL First Nations under any land regime including ISC, RLEMP, land code, and self-government, and staff or community members working in Lands related positions – Lands, Education, Natural Resources, Planning, Economic Development, Environmental Management, Forestry, Public Works and Waste Management, and more!!

Registration is FREE for BCALMA members, Elders, Community Members and students.

Session Summary
This three-day workshop provides Land Managers, leadership, and staff with practical knowledge in Comprehensive Community Planning, Land Use Planning, and Marine Spatial Planning. Participants will gain tools and strategies to guide planning processes grounded in Indigenous laws, values, and community priorities. Through interactive sessions and guest presentations, attendees will strengthen their understanding of community engagement methods, and access to spatial data and funding opportunities.

Workshop Highlights (Full Agenda to follow):
🌊 Marine Spatial & Land Use Planning – Sustainable use of coastal areas
🧭 Comprehensive Community Planning – Long-term visioning for thriving communities
📖 Storytelling with Land Use Planning – Weaving cultural narratives into planning
🏗️ Capital Infrastructure Planning – Building for community priorities and sustainability

📍 Location: Musqueam First Nation Cultural Centre (4000 Musqueam Ave, Vancouver, BC V6N 3S2)
📅 Dates: December 3–5, 2025
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM daily

🔗 Register Now: BCALMA Marine Spatial & Land Use Planning workshop - Registration form – Fill out form

Sponsorship of up to $3,000 per BCALMA member is available. Please note that space is limited, with one representative per First Nation accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

For more information on the event registration, please contact: [email protected]

Travel & Accommodation Information: Participants are responsible for arranging their own travel and accommodations. BCALMA has secured a group rate for participants to book their accommodations at The Westin Wall Centre Vancouver Airport

*Note the hotel is located a short drive from the venue.

Booking Deadline: November 28, 2025
Hotel Address: 3099 Corvette Way, Richmond, BC V6X 4K3

Event Dates:
Start: Wednesday, December 3, 2025 (check-in on Tuesday, December 2, 2025)
End: Friday, December 5, 2025

Hotel reservations can be booked through the link below to book. Please ensure that you are selecting the Westin Wall Centre Vancouver Airport, when you make your reservation and NOT the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre Hotel as the link provides options for both hotels :

https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1736196505801&key=CORP&guestreslink2=true&app=resvlink

If you have any questions or need assistance with the booking process, please don’t hesitate to contact the hotel directly, or email [email protected]


We look forward to your participation!

Reservation-Link

Congratulations, Leona Irons-Cummings!

Your remarkable achievement in being honoured by the Order of Canada is truly well-deserved. Your dedication and leadership in land management have made a profound impact, helping First Nation communities gain greater autonomy over their ancestral lands. Your drive and commitment are inspiring, and this recognition is a testament to your hard work and vision.

Wishing you continued success in all your endeavours!

Two spots opened for tomorrows golf tournament!

✨WIN✨ a trip to Halifax!

*see poster for details!

Sagkeeng Powwow ‘25 🤍

On behalf of Manitoba USKE, our Board of Directors, and our First Nation Land Managers/Membership;

We extend our heartfelt Congratulations to the Chief and Council of Brokenhead Ojibway Nation on the Announcement of the newly converted 60 acres of land to Reserve Status. This is a significant milestone and we share in your joy and excitement.

In celebrating BON's success we offer our continued support to your Nation as the community progresses with its vision for the new Reserve Land.

We would also like to take this opportunity to commend our colleague, Harvey Olson, whose dedication and hard work was instrumental in advancing this initiative.

In addition, we would also like to applaud USKE’s past Chair, Chief Gord Bluesky who successfully utilized his Professional Land Management Program training as a land manager to help promote and implement successful progress for his community. His contributions have been invaluable, and we are proud to have supported this meaningful development.

beautiful evening in Roseau River last night! 🪶

SAVE THE DATE to our 4th Annual Golf Tournament! ⛳️