Mission Statement
Our mission is to support First Nations communities in their journey to self-sufficiency through land management training and networking. We believe in growth through communication and collaboration, building capacity within lands departments, and meeting communities “where they are.” We are committed to promoting sustainable land practices and economies.
Our History
To assist First Nation Land Managers in addressing their broad ranging responsibilities with limited technical and financial resources, TALSAA was conceived by several interested and concerned First Nation Land Managers in Alberta with common objectives, issues and challenges.
TALSAA was initially founded by interested Alberta First Nation Land Managers representing Treaty 6, 7 and 8 that identified a need for the establishment of an organization to address common issues relevant to First Nation lands in Alberta’s First Nation Communities.
TALSAA has replaced their predecessor, the Alberta Aboriginal Lands Association (AALA) that was established in 2000 to address similar issues.
In the transition from AALA to TALSAA, the original nine (9) First Nation members have continued their networking and communications and have also continued their affiliation with the Board of Directors of the National Aboriginal Land Managers Association (NALMA).
Our Vision
Our vision is to provide First Nations communities with the tools they need to manage their lands and resources in a sustainable way. We believe in strong, healthy communities that are self-sufficient and connected to their land. We are committed to promoting traditional values and practices that sustain the land and the people.
Our Guiding Light
Land management training and networking for thriving First Nations communities.
Our Values
- Advance our mission through membership Growth
- Create and maintain Trust through open communication
- Build Capacity of lands departments
- Commit to achieving our Goals
- Meet Communities ‘where they are’
- Promote practices for Sustainable lands AND economies
Ryan Carriere
Executive Director
CloAnn Wells
Chair
Contact Us:
215-11501 Buffalo Run Blvd.
Tsuut’ina, AB T3T 0E4
Phone: 780-982-5574
Email: info@talsaa.ca
Website: www.talsaa.ca