Relevant Events and Webinars
For past webinars, including those focused on topics such as proposal writing and data management, please view the IGLN Resource Bank Tab
SAVE THE DATE: Nibi Gathering
May 22 - 23, Whiteshell Provincial Park
May 22 - 23, Whiteshell Provincial Park
CIER and Environment and Climate Change Canada's Canadian Wildlife Service invite you to Field Data Collection 101: Planning and Conducting Ecological Studies
February 10, 2026 at 1:30 - 3:00 ET
This training will focus on establishing protocols and procedures for ecological field data collection and long-term monitoring, as well as on safely and effectively conducting fieldwork. We will discuss the logistics of planning (e.g., funding, personnel, equipment) and conducting (e.g., transportation, data collection and storage, safety) ecological field studies.
During this training, we will explore ecological standards and procedures currently used by governments and organizations, and how they can be adapted for community use.
This session is free and open to participants from Indigenous Nations, organizations, and communities across Canada.
Register for the Workshop HERE
February 10, 2026 at 1:30 - 3:00 ET
This training will focus on establishing protocols and procedures for ecological field data collection and long-term monitoring, as well as on safely and effectively conducting fieldwork. We will discuss the logistics of planning (e.g., funding, personnel, equipment) and conducting (e.g., transportation, data collection and storage, safety) ecological field studies.
During this training, we will explore ecological standards and procedures currently used by governments and organizations, and how they can be adapted for community use.
This session is free and open to participants from Indigenous Nations, organizations, and communities across Canada.
Register for the Workshop HERE
Share your Great Lakes perspective with the International Joint Commission
March 12, 2026 (TBC)
The International Joint Commission (IJC) gives impartial advice to the governments of Canada and the United States to help protect the Great Lakes. The IJC is committed to ensuring this advice reflects Indigenous priorities. The IJC is grateful for the participants who shared your time and insights during the IJC's listening session at the November IGLN Gathering in the Soo. Over the next few months, there are new ways to continue to share your perspectives with the IJC:
More Information HERE
March 12, 2026 (TBC)
The International Joint Commission (IJC) gives impartial advice to the governments of Canada and the United States to help protect the Great Lakes. The IJC is committed to ensuring this advice reflects Indigenous priorities. The IJC is grateful for the participants who shared your time and insights during the IJC's listening session at the November IGLN Gathering in the Soo. Over the next few months, there are new ways to continue to share your perspectives with the IJC:
- Photo Showcase: Submit your pictures of Great Lakes water in action, recreation, research, education and science
- Coming soon: Upload a video, audio or written comment about progress to restore, protect and enhance Great Lakes Water Quality
- March 12, 2026 (TBC): Virtual listening session for First Nations, Metis and Tribal governments, agencies and community members to share your views on Great Lakes water quality priorities
More Information HERE
Indigenous Food Sovereignty Summit
April 6 - 8, 2026. East Lansing, MI
Join us for a powerful gathering that celebrates Indigenous food systems, cultural resilience, and community-driven solutions for food sovereignty. This conference brings together Tribal leaders, farmers, scholars, and advocates to share knowledge, build relationships, and inspire action.
Funding is available to help cover registration costs for members of tribal communities. If you are a tribal partner and would like to request a discount code, please email [email protected].
Co-hosted by Michigan State University and University of Michigan.
Registration Deadline: March 29, 2025
REGISTER HERE
April 6 - 8, 2026. East Lansing, MI
Join us for a powerful gathering that celebrates Indigenous food systems, cultural resilience, and community-driven solutions for food sovereignty. This conference brings together Tribal leaders, farmers, scholars, and advocates to share knowledge, build relationships, and inspire action.
Funding is available to help cover registration costs for members of tribal communities. If you are a tribal partner and would like to request a discount code, please email [email protected].
Co-hosted by Michigan State University and University of Michigan.
Registration Deadline: March 29, 2025
REGISTER HERE
SAVE THE DATE: Chiefs of Ontario Powering Up Data Sovereignty Conference
May 12 - 14, 2026. Toronto, ON
This three-day gathering will be held at the Chelsea Hotel in Toronto and bring together First Nations Leadership, technicians, data professionals, and band administrators to reflect on the strides made since 2023, lessons learned along the way, and to offer insight on where the movement for First Nations data sovereignty in Ontario goes next.
For First Nations Leadership, Technicians, Data Professionals, First Nation Community Workers (band managers, band membership clerks etc.)
Registration: COMING SOON
May 12 - 14, 2026. Toronto, ON
This three-day gathering will be held at the Chelsea Hotel in Toronto and bring together First Nations Leadership, technicians, data professionals, and band administrators to reflect on the strides made since 2023, lessons learned along the way, and to offer insight on where the movement for First Nations data sovereignty in Ontario goes next.
For First Nations Leadership, Technicians, Data Professionals, First Nation Community Workers (band managers, band membership clerks etc.)
Registration: COMING SOON
2025 Great Lakes Regional Conference
When: September 21 - 26, 2025
See poster below for more details
Register: https://nafws.org/product/2025-great-lakes-regional-conference/
When: September 21 - 26, 2025
See poster below for more details
Register: https://nafws.org/product/2025-great-lakes-regional-conference/
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OCEANS 2025 Great Lakes Conference
When: Monday, September 29 - Thursday, October 2, 2025 Where: Navy Pier, Chicago, Illinois Registration: Click here to learn more and register Join the leading innovators, analysts, and producers of marine technology, research, and education gathering for the OCEANS 2025 Great Lakes conference. Come meet your fellow professionals and students, hear from experts about their latest activities and ideas, and discuss your needs with the best suppliers of marine and maritime products in the exhibit hall. Local OCEANS Technical Topics include Fisheries and Aquatic Invasive Species, Indigenous Observing in the Great Lakes and Coastal Regions and more! |
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Trent University Ecological Restoration Conference 2025
When: October 24 & 25, 2025
Where: Peterborough, Ontario
Registration: Click here to learn more and register
When: October 24 & 25, 2025
Where: Peterborough, Ontario
Registration: Click here to learn more and register
U.S. Indigenous Data Sovereignty & Governance Summit 2026
When: April 14 - 17, 2026
Where: Tucson, Arizona
Save the Date: Registration not yet open. Check here for updates.
When: April 14 - 17, 2026
Where: Tucson, Arizona
Save the Date: Registration not yet open. Check here for updates.
