First Nations and Local Government Land Use Planning Regional Workshop

October 21-23, 2025

En'owkin Centre, SnPink’tn (Penticton), BC


We acknowledge this event takes place at the En'owkin Centre, located in the unceded Syilx-Okanagan Nation Territory in the community of SnPink'tn (the Penticton Indian Band). This gratitude extends to the many Indigenous Nations on whose territories we work, live and play.

 

Join us for a 2.5-day workshop specifically designed to enhance connections and understanding between First Nations and local governments on using land use frameworks and identifying tools for developing shared land use practices. With the input of experienced practitioners from First Nations and local governments, this workshop features regionally curated content for the Interior BC region.


In the spirit of collaboration and knowledge-sharing, we strongly encourage planners and administrators interested in this workshop to reach out and invite their First Nations/local government counterparts they work with to attend the workshop together.


Program Eligibility: The content of this regional workshop is specifically curated for the Interior region. Registration is reserved for planners, administrators, and land use managers working in First Nations and local governments in this region. To ensure equitable access to the workshop, we limit registration to two (2) seats per organization. If you wish to register more than 2 individuals from your organization or wish to attend but do not meet the criteria, please contact LGMA Office at office@lgma.ca to express your interest.


Registration

Review the workshop brochure and register online by October 7, 2025.  Seats are limited to 25 First Nations and 25 Local Government employees.


Fees for attending the workshop, include daytime meals. Participants are required to make their own hotel accommodations.

 

  • Early Bird Registration Rate (until September 9): $737 + GST
  • Regular Registration Rate: $781 + GST

 

First Nations participants are eligible for bursaries. Eligible applicants facing financial barriers associated with registration and travel costs are encouraged to apply. The maximum amount per applicant will be announced in July 2025. Please submit your application online by October 7, 2025.

 

Accommodations

Penticton offers a wide range of accommodation options and participants are responsible for making their own accommodation and travel arrangements. Participants can take advantage of special discounted rates available through Corporate Supply Arrangements (CSAs) with the BC Provincial Government to attend this workshop. These pre-negotiated rates offer great value and are an easy way to help keep travel costs in check.


For more information, please click the links below.


For more accommodation options, please refer to Visit Penticton. Be sure to book early to secure your preferred location. 


Cancellation Policy: Cancellations and changes are accepted without penalty until October 7. No refunds are provided after October 7.



We greatly appreciate the support of the Ministry of Housing and Municipal Affairs.