BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//OLTA - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:OLTA X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://olta.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for OLTA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T133000 DTSTAMP:20260513T120649Z CREATED:20260417T142359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T120649Z UID:15142-1777030200-1777037400@olta.ca SUMMARY:Indigenous Land Trust Sharing Circle DESCRIPTION:Unfortunately\, this event has been postponed. If you already registered\, we have sent you an email\, and will let you know when the new date has been confirmed. If you would like to attend\, or for more information\, please email Lavy at admin@olta.ca. \n\n\n\nThe Ontario Land Trust Alliance (OLTA) invites you to join our Indigenous Land Trust Sharing Circle\, hosted by Becky Big Canoe of Mno Aki Land Trust and facilitated by Clarence Cachagee of Crow Shield Lodge. \n\n\n\nThis ongoing virtual space is dedicated to building relationships\, sharing knowledge\, and supporting Indigenous land stewardship. Now in its fourth gathering\, the circle continues to bring together Indigenous Land Trusts (ILTs)\, Indigenous community members\, and those connected to the land trust movement to exchange experiences\, identify needs\, and explore opportunities for collaboration. \n\n\n\nThis space is centered on Indigenous voices\, perspectives\, and leadership. Together\, we will discuss the realities of Indigenous-led land stewardship\, including current priorities\, barriers\, supports\, and ideas for moving this work forward in meaningful ways. \n\n\n\nDiscussions may include: \n\n\n\n– The purpose and activities of Indigenous-led land trusts in Ontario \n\n\n\n – Barriers and opportunities in land trust management \n\n\n\n– How we can collaborate to strengthen Indigenous land stewardship \n\n\n\n– How OLTA can improve its programs and supports for Indigenous land trusts \n\n\n\n– Future sharing circles\, research\, and knowledge-sharing initiatives \n\n\n\nWe warmly encourage Indigenous participants to attend and to invite others in their networks who may benefit from or contribute to this space. Allies are welcome to join in a listening and learning capacity\, and to contribute respectfully when invited. \n\n\n\nJoin us in this intentional space of dialogue\, reflection\, and connection as we continue to learn from one another and strengthen the Indigenous land trust community. URL:https://olta.ca/event/indigenous-land-trust-sharing-circle-2/ CATEGORIES:Past END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260330T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260330T150000 DTSTAMP:20260409T190043Z CREATED:20260313T133243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T190043Z UID:14817-1774875600-1774882800@olta.ca SUMMARY:Lands\, Rights\, Relations: Advancing the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) in Conservation Practice  DESCRIPTION:As reconciliation continues to shape the policy\, legal\, and ethical landscape in Canada\, land trusts are being called upon to examine how their governance and operational practices align with the principles of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP). The Declaration informs broader federal commitments\, intersects with Section 35 rights\, and reflects evolving expectations around meaningful Indigenous participation in land-related decision-making.  \n\n\n\nJoin us for this two-hour virtual training session which will advance land trust understanding of UNDRIP and explore practical pathways for integrating relevant Articles into land acquisition\, stewardship\, and governance practices in a responsible and relationship-based manner.  \n\n\n\nKey Content:   \n\n\n\nContext & Legal Landscape: An overview of UNDRIP in Canada and its relationship to Section 35\, Treaty rights\, and the operations of conservation organizations.  \n\n\n\nRelevant UNDRIP Articles: An examination of key Articles related to decision-making\, land rights\, and environmental stewardship\, with direct application to conservation practice.  \n\n\n\nOperational Implications: Practical considerations for land acquisition\, stewardship planning\, and Indigenous engagement.  \n\n\n\nImplementation Framework: A roadmap for integrating UNDRIP principles into governance\, policies\, and board oversight.  \n\n\n\nAction Planning: Identification of immediate and longer-term steps to support organizational alignment with UNDRIP.  URL:https://olta.ca/event/lands-rights-relations-advancing-the-united-nations-declaration-on-the-rights-of-indigenous-peoples-undrip-in-conservation-practice/ CATEGORIES:Past ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://olta.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/websitebanner-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260311T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260311T140000 DTSTAMP:20260326T151222Z CREATED:20260225T145342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T151222Z UID:14622-1773234000-1773237600@olta.ca SUMMARY:30 by 30 In Action DESCRIPTION:The Canadian Protected and Conserved Areas Database (CPCAD) is a key tool for tracking and reporting on progress toward Canada’s national and international biodiversity targets. Understanding criteria found the pan-Canadian Decision Support Tool (DST) increases the eligibility of Land Trust properties for Protected Area (PA) or Other Effective Area-based Conservation Measures (OECM) recognition. \n\n\n\nIn this follow-up webinar\, staff from Escarpment Biosphere Conservancy\, Kawartha Land Trust\, and OLTA will cover definitions and associated tools that guide the assessment of protected areas or OECMs. Participants will have the opportunity to ask Land Trust staff questions on their successes and limitations in completing the pan-Canadian Decision Support Tool (DST). \n\n\n\nThis webinar is free for OLTA Members and Associates\, and $45 for community members. This webinar is funded by the Ministry of Environment\, Conservation\, and Parks’ Land Accounting program. \n\n\n\nSpeakers:   \n\n\n\n\nLiv Callo\, Land Stewardship Manager\, Escarpment Biosphere Conservancy \n\n\n\nBen Stark\, Land Research Coordinator\, Kawartha Land Trust \n\n\n\nKatya Kozina\, GIS Technician\, OLTA \n\n\n\n\nLiv Callo (she/her) is the Land Stewardship Manager at the Escarpment Biosphere Conservancy\, where she leads strategic land stewardship initiatives across all EBC’s Nature Preserves\, with a focus on species‑at‑risk habitats\, provincially significant wetlands\, natural heritage features\, and sensitive geological formations along Southern Ontario and Manitoulin Island.   \n\n\n\nBen Stark (he/him) is the Land Research Coordinator at the Kawartha Land Trust\, where he works with a team of volunteer naturalists to identify and prioritize natural heritage sites for protection through fee simple property securement or the creation of conservation easements.  URL:https://olta.ca/event/30by30inaction/ CATEGORIES:Past END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260308T131500 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260308T150000 DTSTAMP:20260310T123154Z CREATED:20260302T030737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T123154Z UID:14699-1772975700-1772982000@olta.ca SUMMARY:Winter Walk at Cottonwood Flats DESCRIPTION:Enjoy this nature and heritage walk through Cottonwoods Flats\, a restored meadow along the Don River. Hear about the restoration that converted industrial lands into much-loved parkland\, and the ongoing stewardship that continues to protect the area. \n\n\n\nThe walk will be led by Toronto Field Naturalists’ president Lynn Miller. \n\n\n\nThe walk starts outside of the Toronto Police Dog Services training facility at 44 Beechwood Drive. Meet at 1:15 p.m. The walk will start at 1:30. \n\n\n\nSign up here. We’ll send you event details. \n\n\n\nDress warmly! URL:https://olta.ca/event/winter-walk-at-cottonwood-flats/ CATEGORIES:Past END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260228T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260228T150000 DTSTAMP:20260310T123144Z CREATED:20260204T175618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T123144Z UID:14383-1772283600-1772290800@olta.ca SUMMARY:Winter Walk DESCRIPTION:*** New date*** \n\n\n\nPut on your sturdy boots\, layers and warm clothes\, and join OLTA\, Culture Link and Toronto Field Naturalists to explore High Park! \n\n\n\nMeet at the Bloor Street entrance at High Park Avenue at 1:15 pm. Walk begins at 1:30. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSign up here. We’ll send you event details. \n\n\n\nDress warmly! URL:https://olta.ca/event/winter-walk/ CATEGORIES:Past END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260225T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260225T140000 DTSTAMP:20260302T030015Z CREATED:20260209T174959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T030015Z UID:14403-1771981200-1772028000@olta.ca SUMMARY:On the road to 30 by 30 DESCRIPTION:The Canadian Protected and Conserved Areas Database (CPCAD) is a key tool for tracking and reporting on progress toward Canada’s national and international biodiversity targets. Up-to-date mapping provides a helpful starting point for Land Trusts and partners before reporting begins\, ensuring protected area screening uses the highest quality data available. \n\n\n\nIn the first of two webinars\, OTLA staff will share practical resources and insights into protected area reporting\, including boundary mapping and applicable open-source data layers required for reporting. Participants will also learn how GIS can support criteria found in the pan-Canadian Decision Support Tool (DST). \n\n\n\nThis webinar is free for OLTA Members and Associates\, and $45 for community members. OLTA Members can also access the 2024 GIS Support webinar on our website for additional GIS demonstrations. \n\n\n\nThis webinar is funded by the Ministry of Environment\, Conservation\, and Parks’ Land Accounting program. \n\n\n\nSpeaker: Katya Kozina\, GIS Technician\, Ontario Land Trust Alliance URL:https://olta.ca/event/on-the-road-to-30-by-30/ CATEGORIES:Past END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260217T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260217T140000 DTSTAMP:20260220T180255Z CREATED:20250923T140312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T180255Z UID:13337-1771333200-1771336800@olta.ca SUMMARY:Conservation Easement Agreements: Leveraging What We Have Learned DESCRIPTION:Join us this fall and winter for Conservation Easement Agreements: Leveraging what we have learned!  \n\n\n\nThis series will explore everything we’ve learned over the past 30 years of working with Conservation Easement Agreements.   \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSession 1 – Creating Conservation Easements – Oct. 15\, 1:00 pm – View the Recording Here \n\n\n\nSession 2 – Responsibilities of CEA Holders with a Focus on Valuation and Donation Receipting – Nov. 10\, 1:00 pm – View the Recording Here \n\n\n\nSession 3 —Best Practices for Amendments and Enforcement – View the Recording Here \n\n\n\nSession 4 — Best Practices for CEA Monitoring — Jan. 19\, 1:00 pm – View the Recording Here \n\n\n\nSession 5 — Series Highlights\, Hot Topics and Issues – February 17\, 1:00 pm – View the Recording Here \n\n\n\nIn 1994\, the Ontario Conservation Land Act enabled the registration of conservation easements on private lands. Land Trusts and conservation authorities now have 30 years of experience creating\, registering\, managing\, amending and enforcing these agreements.   \n\n\n\nIn this series we will be exploring lessons learned about CEAs over the past 30 years. The series will be facilitated by Paul Peterson with guest presenters.   \n\n\n\nThis webinar series is supported by the Ecological Gifts Program of Environment and Climate Change Canada. Logistical support is provided by the Ontario Land Trust Alliance.  URL:https://olta.ca/event/conservation-easement-agreements-leveraging-what-we-have-learned/ CATEGORIES:Past END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260203T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260203T120000 DTSTAMP:20260204T134357Z CREATED:20260123T132914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T134357Z UID:14290-1770116400-1770120000@olta.ca SUMMARY:Learning from the Land: Land based education\, Healing Forests\, and the role of land trusts DESCRIPTION:Join the Ontario Land Trust Alliance for a webinar featuring presenters from Biigtigong Nishnaabeg and the National Healing Forest Initiative. This session will explore land-based learning and National Healing Forests as approaches to strengthening relationships between people\, land\, and community. Speakers will share lived experience\, real-world examples\, and practical insights into how land trusts can respectfully support Indigenous-led learning\, healing\, and stewardship initiatives. \n\n\n\nThroughout the session\, speakers will highlight practical opportunities for land trusts\, including: \n\n\n\n\nHow land trusts can engage respectfully with Indigenous communities\n\n\n\nWays to support land-based learning initiatives\n\n\n\nHow land trusts can contribute to the creation and stewardship of healing forests\n\n\n\n\nThis webinar is intended for land trust staff\, board members\, and partners interested in moving beyond land protection toward relationship-building\, learning\, and reconciliation. \n\n\n\nThis webinar is free. URL:https://olta.ca/event/learning-from-the-land-land-based-education-healing-forests-and-the-role-of-land-trusts/ CATEGORIES:Past END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260129T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260129T140000 DTSTAMP:20260130T170751Z CREATED:20260105T173546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T170751Z UID:14131-1769691600-1769695200@olta.ca SUMMARY:Building Resilient Teams using the FLOW framework DESCRIPTION:In fast-moving\, high-pressure environments\, resilience isn’t a nice-to-have. It’s what allows teams to stay focused\, connected\, and effective over time. \n\n\n\nThis webinar introduces a practical approach to building resilient teams by combining the Flow framework of: \n\n\n\n· Focussing on what matters \n\n\n\n· Leading with integrity \n\n\n\n· Owning the culture \n\n\n\n· Working Wellbeing \n\n\n\nLed by executive coach and former charity leader Kimberley Mackenzie\, this session explores how leaders can create the conditions to protect themselves and their teams from burnout. You’ll learn how wellness\, coaching mindsets\, and clear ways of working support flow\, strengthen resilience\, and drive meaningful results. Grounded in data and real-world experience\, the session blends research on team well-being with hands-on tools you can apply right away. Expect practical strategies\, reflection\, and interactive moments that help you rethink how your team works together day to day. \n\n\n\nIn this webinar\, you’ll learn how to: \n\n\n\n· Understand the data behind team well-being\, flow\, and performance. \n\n\n\n· Apply simple neuroscience practices that improve resilience\, energy\, and productivity. \n\n\n\n· Use coaching approaches to build confidence\, trust\, and collaboration. \n\n\n\n· Create clarity and conditions that help teams stay in flow\, even under pressure. \n\n\n\nThis session is designed for organizations who want teams that are not just high-performing\, but sustainable\, engaged\, and adaptable. \n\n\n\nAbout the Speaker \n\n\n\nKimberley Mackenzie\, CPCC\, ACC is a trainer\, speaker\, facilitator and consultant who works with charity executives to help them and their teams achieve transformative results without compromising themselves. With 25 years as a charity executive\, Kimberley brings deep sector experience alongside a strong coaching foundation. She has been a CFRE for 17 years\, and is certified by the International Coaching Federation and the Co-Active Training Institute. URL:https://olta.ca/event/building-resilient-teams/ CATEGORIES:Past END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251217T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251217T120000 DTSTAMP:20251219T142315Z CREATED:20251212T150931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T142315Z UID:13817-1765965600-1765972800@olta.ca SUMMARY:Indigenous Land Trust Sharing Circle DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend the virtual Indigenous Land Trust Sharing Circle at OLTA!  \n\n\n\nBoozhoo\, Aaniin\, Greetings\,     \n\n\n\nThe Ontario Land Trust Alliance would like to invite you to join us for the upcoming Indigenous Land Trust Sharing Circle\, a virtual gathering to reconnect\, share\, and continue strengthening relationships within the Indigenous land trust community. The space will be hosted by Becky\, with facilitation and guidance provided by Clarence Cachagee throughout the discussion. \n\n\n\nThis Sharing Circle builds upon the conversations and knowledge-sharing from our first virtual circle held in March. We hope to continue offering this dedicated space a couple of times each year to support ongoing dialogue and deepen our collective relationships. \n\n\n\nThis gathering is primarily for Indigenous participants to speak\, reflect\, and share their experiences in a protected and culturally grounded space. Allies are welcome\, but will take on a listening-only role\, holding space respectfully while ensuring Indigenous voices remain centered. \n\n\n\nWe hope to hear directly from Indigenous land trust leaders about their experiences – successes\, challenges\, and the kinds of supports that would best advance Indigenous-led stewardship. Discussions may include: \n\n\n\n\nThe purpose and activities of Indigenous-led land trusts in Ontario \n\n\n\n\n\nBarriers and opportunities in land trust management \n\n\n\n\n\nHow we can collaborate to strengthn Indigenous land stewardship \n\n\n\n\n\nHow OLTA can improve its program delivery to better support Indigenous-led initatives \n\n\n\n\n\nIdeas for future sharing circles\, research\, and knowledge-sharing projects \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSharing knowledge is deeply personal\, and we recognize that there may be concerns about how these conversations are recorded or documented. If you have any hesitations\, we can discuss what will and will not be included in any written materials.  \n\n\n\nIf you’re interested in attending\, you are welcome to register directly through the Zoom link below: \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n📅 Date & Time: Wednesday\, December 17th from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM \n\n\n\n📍 Location: Virtual (Zoom) \n\n\n\n⏳ Duration: ~2 hours URL:https://olta.ca/event/indigenous-land-trust-sharing-circle-copy/ CATEGORIES:Past END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251124T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251126T153000 DTSTAMP:20251128T142641Z CREATED:20250807T160702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T142641Z UID:13113-1763989200-1764171000@olta.ca SUMMARY:2025 Canadian Land Trust Summit DESCRIPTION:Connect with land conservation leaders\, partners\, and changemakers from across the country to build stronger networks\, exchange innovative ideas\, explore practical tools\, and move conservation forward in Canada. \n\n\n\nWhat to expect: Inspiring keynotes\, hands-on workshops\, meaningful discussions\, networking opportunities; all set against the stunning coastal backdrop of the carbon-neutral Inn at Laurel Point. URL:https://olta.ca/event/2025-canadian-land-trust-summit/ LOCATION:The Inn at Laurel Point\, Victoria\, Canada CATEGORIES:Past ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://olta.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/EN_LandTrustSummit_24-26Nov2025_ProgramHighlights_FB.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251106T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251106T190000 DTSTAMP:20251107T200015Z CREATED:20251014T115122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T200015Z UID:13448-1762448400-1762455600@olta.ca SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting DESCRIPTION:It’s been a year of incredible achievements for OLTA and the conservation community\, and we look forward to connecting with you and reflecting on what we’ve accomplished together!  \n\n\n\nEveryone is welcome. Members can vote. URL:https://olta.ca/event/annual-general-meeting/ CATEGORIES:Past ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://olta.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Save-the-date-banner-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250925T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250925T200000 DTSTAMP:20251014T142836Z CREATED:20250911T160725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T142836Z UID:13303-1758823200-1758830400@olta.ca SUMMARY:An Evening with Kichi Sibi Trails DESCRIPTION:Rideau Waterway Land Trust will be hosting a free webinar on September 25th at 6:00 PM with special guests Wendy-Anne Jocko\, President of Kichi Sibi Trails and Jim Stone\, Vice President of Kichi Sibi Trails. During the webinar\, we will delve into the history of the Ottawa River (Kichi Sibi) and the surrounding area\, and learn about Kichi Sibi Trail’s Indigenous Trails Revitalization project.  URL:https://olta.ca/event/an-evening-with-kichi-sibi-trails/ CATEGORIES:Past ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://olta.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/db4dd9fd-9da4-4a1a-b413-03d485dedaff-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250813T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250813T150000 DTSTAMP:20250818T195707Z CREATED:20250811T174718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T195707Z UID:13144-1755093600-1755097200@olta.ca SUMMARY:BIPOC Supportive Space DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to be hosting our next BIPOC Supportive Space on Wednesday\, August 13 from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. We warmly invite all land trust community members who self-identify as Black\, Indigenous\, or a person of colour to join us.These spaces are created for and by equity-deserving folks in the land trust world – to build community\, share experiences\, and support one another in ways that feel safe\, affirming\, and grounded. \n\n\n\nWhether it’s your first time or you’ve joined before\, your voice is welcome. These spaces are participant-driven\, confidential\, and will evolve based on what the community needs. \n\n\n\nInterested in joining? Send a message to Lavanya\, via admin@olta.ca – and feel free to share any topics you’d like to see discussed! URL:https://olta.ca/event/bipoc-supportive-space/ CATEGORIES:Past END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250708T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250708T160000 DTSTAMP:20250806T124644Z CREATED:20250702T142830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T124644Z UID:12928-1751986800-1751990400@olta.ca SUMMARY:BIPOC Supportive Space DESCRIPTION:We are hosting a BIPOC Supportive Space on Tuesday\, July 8th\, 3:00-4:00 p.m. for land trust community members!In recognition of July being BIPOC Mental Health Month\, we’d like to share stories of joy and celebrate BIPOC identities in conservation and environmental stewardship. If you are interested in joining us\, please reach out to Lavy or Rhea via Lavanya.Thirupathy@olta.ca or Rhea.Noronha@olta.ca\, and feel free to let us know what you hope to experience from the space. \n\n\n\nIn our work\, we look to reduce barriers to participation and are open to feedback from community members on how best to support you. This is our second BIPOC supportive space\, and we plan to offer them on a monthly basis. Content from these conversations will not be shared outside these Spaces. URL:https://olta.ca/event/12928/ CATEGORIES:Past END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250626T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250626T110000 DTSTAMP:20250627T143033Z CREATED:20250610T142942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T143033Z UID:12645-1750932000-1750935600@olta.ca SUMMARY:Pride 2025 Supportive Space DESCRIPTION:We are hosting a 2SLGBTQ+ Support Space on Thursday\, June 26th at 10:00-11:00\, for land trust community members! In honour of Pride Month\, we’d like to share stories of joy and celebrate 2SLGBTQ+ identities in conservation and environmental stewardship. If you are interested in joining us\, please reach out to admin@olta.ca\, and feel free to let us know what you hope to experience from the space. \n\n\n\nIn our work\, we look to reduce barriers to participation and are open to feedback from community members on how best to support them. Through our Strategic Plan 2021-2026\, OLTA has committed to providing leadership to advance diversity\, equity\, and inclusion in all land trust practices. \n\n\n\nSupportive Spaces are voluntary\, peer-led groups whose aim is to foster a diverse\, equitable\, inclusive\, and accessible space to share stories and struggles and successes. They are led by and participated in by community members from specific identities\, based on self-identification. This is our second 2SLGBTQ+ space\, and we hope to offer them on a monthly basis. (Stay tuned for details on our next BIPOC Supportive Space coming soon.) Content from these conversations will not be shared outside these Spaces. URL:https://olta.ca/event/pride-2025-supportive-space/ CATEGORIES:Past END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250529T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250529T124500 DTSTAMP:20250604T205440Z CREATED:20250515T015656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T205440Z UID:12483-1748520000-1748522700@olta.ca SUMMARY:Remote Monitoring for Canadian Conservation DESCRIPTION:Co-hosted by OLTA and Upstream Tech\, this session is designed for Canadian conservation organizations looking to understand how remote monitoring is being implemented by their peers\, and how the Lens monitoring platform can unlock data and analysis tools that can otherwise be hard for conservation teams to access.  URL:https://olta.ca/event/remote-monitoring-for-canadian-conservation/ CATEGORIES:Past ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://olta.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Promotional-Image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250521T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250522T170000 DTSTAMP:20250604T205301Z CREATED:20250325T215055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T205301Z UID:12357-1747814400-1747933200@olta.ca SUMMARY:Ontario Biodiversity Summit DESCRIPTION:Everyone has a role to play to conserve biodiversity in Ontario and to set a path towards a resilient future for nature and people. \n\n\n\nThe 2025 Ontario Biodiversity Summit: Our turning point for nature\, will find common threads between different sectors\, areas of expertise and knowledge systems and weave them together to build our turning point for nature. The Summit and its outcomes will also drive implementation of Ontario’s Biodiversity Strategy and its 13 targets and 43 priority actions. \n\n\n\nRegister Now! The Ontario Biodiversity Council Summit is being held May 21 – 22\, 2025 at Trent University\, in Peterborough-Nogojiwanong\, Ontario. OLTA will be hosting a session on Innovative Approaches to Land Conservation\, among many other relevant sessions for land trusts. URL:https://olta.ca/event/ontario-biodiversity-summit/ CATEGORIES:Past ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://olta.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Our-Turning-Point-for-Nature.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250326T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250326T150000 DTSTAMP:20250415T173213Z CREATED:20250314T133544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T173213Z UID:12284-1742994000-1743001200@olta.ca SUMMARY:Property Management Plan Webinar  DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday\, March 26 from 1 – 3 pm (ET) to learn about developing effective Property Management Plans for your nature reserves. The session will take a deep dive into the different aspects of Property Management Plan development\, providing a general overview of the different components your Property Management Plan should include\, how to identify and assess conservation values and threats to a property and touch on incorporating species at risk recovery actions into the development of your Property Management Plan.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSpeakers:   \n\n\n\n-Tom Woodcock – Planning Ecologist\, rare Charitable Research Reserve \n\n\n\n-Smera Sukumar – Conservation Science and Stewardship Director\, Ontario Nature \n\n\n\n-Marcus Maddelena – Nature Reserves Manager\, Ontario Nature   \n\n\n\n-Calder Schweitzer – Executive Director\, Thousand Islands Watershed Land Trust \n\n\n\nLocation: Zoom  \n\n\n\nCost: Free to OLTA Members and Associates; $45 for non-members   URL:https://olta.ca/event/property-management-plan-webinar/ CATEGORIES:Past END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250317T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250317T190000 DTSTAMP:20250319T133010Z CREATED:20250303T212311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T133010Z UID:12136-1742230800-1742238000@olta.ca SUMMARY:Indigenous Land Trust Sharing Circle DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend the virtual Indigenous Land Trust Sharing Circle at OLTA!  \n\n\n\nBoozhoo\, Aaniin\, Greetings\,     \n\n\n\nThe Ontario Land Trust Alliance is excited to invite you to an Indigenous Land Trust Sharing Circle— a virtual gathering to connect\, share\, and strengthen relationships within the Indigenous land trust community. This Sharing Circle will again be facilitated by Clarence Cachagee\, and builds on the knowledge exchange from last year’s session at OLTA’s Annual Gathering. We are creating a dedicated space outside the conference to continue these important conversations and deepen our connections.  \n\n\n\nOur goal is to hear directly from Indigenous land trust leaders about your experiences—successes\, challenges\, and what supports would be most valuable to advance your work. Discussions may include:  \n\n\n\n\nThe purpose and activities of Indigenous-led land trusts in Ontario \n\n\n\n\n\nBarriers and opportunities in land trust management \n\n\n\n\n\nHow we can collaborate to strengthen Indigenous land stewardship \n\n\n\n\n\nHow OLTA can take steps to improve its program delivery to support Indigenous land stewardship \n\n\n\n\n\nFuture sharing circles\, research\, and knowledge-sharing initiatives \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nIf you’re interested in joining the conversation or would like more information\, please get in touch with Lavanya at admin@olta.ca\, or register at the link. We look forward to connecting with you and learning together as we move forward on this important journey.  URL:https://olta.ca/event/indigenous-land-trust-sharing-circle/ CATEGORIES:Past END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250315T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250315T163000 DTSTAMP:20250319T133018Z CREATED:20250314T152930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T133018Z UID:12322-1742049000-1742056200@olta.ca SUMMARY:Visit to Thickson's Woods DESCRIPTION:Join us at Thickson’s Woods Nature Reserve in Whitby for an enjoyable walk through a century-old forest with towering pine trees\, and friendly chickadees\, woodpeckers and shorebirds viewable in Lake Ontario.  \n\n\n\nWith a few spots left\, we wanted to open registration up to the wider community. This event is run through the Engaging New Canadians and Diverse Communities With Nature Program (ENC). The aim of this program is to connect nature-focused groups including land trusts with new Canadians and diverse communities\, in order to foster opportunities for individuals to connect with the emotional\, mental and physical benefits of spending time in nature.  \n\n\n\nMeeting point: Thickson’s Woods\, Whitby at the Waterfront trail near the nature reserve sign and bench. \n\n\n\nRegister here\, or for more information\, email Rhea at Rhea.Noronha@olta.ca.  URL:https://olta.ca/event/visit-to-thicksons-woods/ CATEGORIES:Past END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250307T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250307T180000 DTSTAMP:20250312T175054Z CREATED:20250301T021317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T175054Z UID:12125-1741366800-1741370400@olta.ca SUMMARY:Species At Risk DESCRIPTION:As part of our collaboration with CultureLink\, the Toronto Zoo\, and other partners in our Engaging Diverse Communities with Nature program\, we are hosting a webinar on Species At Risk on March 7th\, 2025\, from 5:00-6:00 pm. \n\n\n\nThis is a great introduction to at-risk reptiles and amphibians in Ontario. The Toronto Zoo’s Species Recovery branch will be sharing information about the threats these species are facing\, conservation efforts at your Toronto Zoo\, and how you can help!  \n\n\n\nThis event is open to everyone. URL:https://olta.ca/event/species-at-risk/ CATEGORIES:Past END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241211T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241211T180000 DTSTAMP:20250115T210854Z CREATED:20241118T163630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T210854Z UID:10298-1733932800-1733940000@olta.ca SUMMARY:Building a Board that Works DESCRIPTION:Calling all Volunteer-led Land Trusts and Board Members!   \n\n\n\nJoin us on December 11th from 4:00 to 6:00 PM EST for an engaging governance session on Building a Board That Works!  \n\n\n\nAre you looking to strengthen your land trust’s leadership and enhance board effectiveness? Don’t miss our upcoming training session\, designed to provide you with practical insights and proven strategies for creating a dynamic and productive board tailored to the unique needs of land trusts.  \n\n\n\nTo be effective\, land trusts must recruit board members who support their ideals\, represent the diversity of the community\, and bring a wide range of skills. This session is led by experienced facilitator Andy Robinson. The webinar will cover:  \n\n\n\n\nHow boards change as organizations grow and change \n\n\n\n\n\nFinding and filling the gaps on your board \n\n\n\n\n\nCreating and using a board job description \n\n\n\n\n\nBoard orientation strategies \n\n\n\n\n\nDesigning and facilitating effective board meetings \n\n\n\n\n\nTraining and motivating your board to raise money \n\n\n\n\nThis training is ideal for board members\, organizational leaders\, and anyone invested in improving board performance. It is a participatory webinar\, so come prepared to participate!  URL:https://olta.ca/event/building-a-board-that-works/ CATEGORIES:Past END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241205T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241205T140000 DTSTAMP:20241209T034014Z CREATED:20241109T024309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T034014Z UID:10160-1733392800-1733407200@olta.ca SUMMARY:Ecological Gifts Workshop - Tiffin Conservation Area\, Utopia DESCRIPTION:This in-person workshop about the Ecological Gifts Program (EGP) is offered to land trust members and associates. This workshop will be delivered by Laura Kucey\, the Ontario Ecological Gifts Program Coordinator\, Environment and Climate Change Canada.   \n\n\n\nThe EGP has certified donations that protect of over 252\,000 hectares of ecologically sensitive land across Canada and is a fundamental tool for private land conservation in Canada. This workshop will focus on recipient responsibilities and provide an opportunity for land trust and conservation authority staff to learn about how the program works\, discuss program requirements and donation scenarios\, and ask questions directly to the EGP regional coordinator.  \n\n\n\nWe are offering this workshop in three different locations in southern Ontario. URL:https://olta.ca/event/ecological-gifts-workshop-tiffin-conservation-area-utopia/ LOCATION:John L. Jose Environmental Learning Centre & Tiffin Conservation Area; 8195 8th Line of Essa\, Utopia\, ON\, L0M 1T0\, 8195 8th Line of Essa\, Utopia\, L0M 1T0\, Canada CATEGORIES:Past END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241121T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241121T140000 DTSTAMP:20241127T021713Z CREATED:20241109T023831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T021713Z UID:10155-1732183200-1732197600@olta.ca SUMMARY:Ecological Gifts Workshop - Rideau Valley\, Manotick DESCRIPTION:This in-person workshop about the Ecological Gifts Program (EGP) is offered to land trust members and associates. This workshop will be delivered by Laura Kucey\, the Ontario Ecological Gifts Program Coordinator\, Environment and Climate Change Canada.   \n\n\n\nThe EGP has certified donations that protect of over 252\,000 hectares of ecologically sensitive land across Canada and is a fundamental tool for private land conservation in Canada. This workshop will focus on recipient responsibilities and provide an opportunity for land trust and conservation authority staff to learn about how the program works\, discuss program requirements and donation scenarios\, and ask questions directly to the EGP regional coordinator.  \n\n\n\nWe are offering this workshop in three different locations in southern Ontario. URL:https://olta.ca/event/ecological-gifts-workshop-rideau-valley-manotick/ LOCATION:Rideau Valley Conservation Authority\, 3889 Rideau Valley Dr.\, Manotick CATEGORIES:Past END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241120T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241120T150000 DTSTAMP:20241127T021552Z CREATED:20241107T155321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T021552Z UID:9772-1732107600-1732114800@olta.ca SUMMARY:Understanding Treaties in Ontario DESCRIPTION:Join us for Understanding Treaties in Ontario to learn about the importance of treaties in Ontario and how treaties affect the work land trusts do. \n\n\n\nParticipants will gain a deeper understanding of Ontario treaties and how they have shaped the relationship between Indigenous peoples and settlers in the region. We’ll also explore how these treaties impact\, and should impact\, the work you do. \n\n\n\nThese treaties are foundational to understanding land rights\, resource use\, and the responsibilities of both parties. They are important because they recognize the sovereignty of Indigenous nations\, outline the terms of land sharing\, and continue to influence legal and political frameworks in Ontario today. \n\n\n\nUnderstanding and honouring treaties is crucial to advancing reconciliation\, respecting Indigenous rights\, and fostering just and equitable relations in the province. An in-depth look at a modern-day Williams Treaties will be highlighted.This session will be facilitated by Michael Jacobs\, Chief Executive Officer\, Cambium Indigenous Professional Services.Please register here. URL:https://olta.ca/event/understanding-treaties-in-ontario/ CATEGORIES:Past END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241115T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241115T140000 DTSTAMP:20241118T022504Z CREATED:20241109T023319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T022504Z UID:10151-1731664800-1731679200@olta.ca SUMMARY:Ecological Gifts Workshop - Grand River\, Cambridge DESCRIPTION:This in-person workshop about the Ecological Gifts Program (EGP) is offered to land trust members and associates. This workshop will be delivered by Laura Kucey\, the Ontario Ecological Gifts Program Coordinator\, Environment and Climate Change Canada.   \n\n\n\nThe EGP has certified donations that protect of over 252\,000 hectares of ecologically sensitive land across Canada and is a fundamental tool for private land conservation in Canada. This workshop will focus on recipient responsibilities and provide an opportunity for land trust and conservation authority staff to learn about how the program works\, discuss program requirements and donation scenarios\, and ask questions directly to the EGP regional coordinator.  \n\n\n\nWe are offering this workshop in three different locations in southern Ontario. URL:https://olta.ca/event/ecological-gifts-workshop-grand-river-cambridge/ LOCATION:Grand River Conservation Authority\, Cambridge\, ON\, 400 Clyde Road CATEGORIES:Past END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241002T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241002T150000 DTSTAMP:20241115T163224Z CREATED:20241107T160653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T163224Z UID:9814-1727874000-1727881200@olta.ca SUMMARY:Wise Practices DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an engaging discussion on Wise Practices to Gather and Apply Indigenous Knowledge.  \n\n\n\nIn this session\, facilitators Kerry-Ann Charles\, of the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation\, and Tiffany Taylor\, of Curve Lake First Nation\, from Cambium Indigenous Professional Services\, will share insights on Wise Practices for applying and gathering Indigenous Knowledge.“Wise practices” refers to a set of guiding principles and approaches designed to respectfully engage with Indigenous communities to collect\, understand\, and integrate their traditional knowledge systems. Unlike the term “best practices\,” which can imply a one-size-fits-all solution\, “wise practices” recognizes the diversity and context-specific nature of Indigenous knowledge.   \n\n\n\nThese practices emphasize the importance of cultural respect\, ethical collaboration\, and the co-creation of knowledge. Key elements include building trust\, respecting cultural protocols\, and collaborating ethically. Involving Indigenous communities in decision-making and honoring their traditions ensures that the knowledge is used appropriately. These practices protect sacred knowledge\, promote mutual respect\, and lead to sustainable and equitable outcomes.  URL:https://olta.ca/event/wise-practices/ CATEGORIES:Past END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240326T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240326T140000 DTSTAMP:20241115T163245Z CREATED:20240315T142515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T163245Z UID:5052-1711458000-1711461600@olta.ca SUMMARY:Conservation Easement Agreements: Charitable Assets – and Liabilities DESCRIPTION:Join us on March 26\, 1:00-2:00 pm for an important discussion about long term stewardship of CEAs. We will cover the enforcement of CEAs\, provide examples of when extinguishment (partial or full) can occur\, and the process of amending CEAs and considerations for when and how to do this. \nTo participate\, please register here. \nThis training is free for OLTA members and associates and $45 for others. URL:https://olta.ca/event/conservation-easement-agreements-charitable-assets-and-liabilities-2/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:CEA,Past END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240307T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240307T133000 DTSTAMP:20241115T163252Z CREATED:20240813T130640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T163252Z UID:7890-1709814600-1709818200@olta.ca SUMMARY:Conservation Easement Agreements Webinar DESCRIPTION:Join us on March 7\, 12:30-1:30 pm as we explore the possibilities associated with donation of a Conservation Easement Agreement. We will discuss responsibilities of land trusts in issuing receipts\, benefits to the landowner\, tax considerations\, and donation scenarios. \n\n\n\nTo participate\, please register here. \n\n\n\nThis training is free for OLTA members and associates and $45 for others. URL:https://olta.ca/event/conservation-easement-agreements-webinar/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:CEA,Past END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR