Framework Agreement Amendment Package
Signatory Review & Approval Window
June 24 to September 15, 2026
Thank you to all First Nation signatories for your continued leadership in advancing First Nation-led land governance.
This introduces the Framework Agreement (FA) Amendment Package for review by signatory First Nation leadership and staff supporting the review and approval process. The proposed FA Amendments are intended to support the legal establishment, transition, implementation, and operation of the First Nation Land Governance Registry (FNLGR) and the move to a modern, First Nation-governed registry system operated by First Nation Land Governance Registry Inc.
The package has been prepared to support three key steps:
- Leadership review and internal discussion
Chief and Council, Lands Committees, Lands staff, legal advisors, and other internal advisors are encouraged to review the proposed amendments and plain language materials. - First Nation authorization
Each eligible signatory First Nation is asked to complete the First Nation Authorization Letter and Resolution to confirm who is authorized to sign the Framework Agreement amendments on behalf of the First Nation. - Electronic signature of the FA Amendments
Once the completed authorization documents are received, the authorized signatory will be sent the Framework Agreement amendment legal documents for signature through DocuSign.
The proposed amendments include changes to recognize the FNLGR, clarify registration requirements, support the transition from the existing federal registry system, and provide authority for related regulations, registry procedures, fees, privacy and confidentiality protections, and ongoing registry operations. The amendments also provide that the Lands Advisory Board will establish the FNLGR, to be operated by First Nation Land Governance Registry Inc.
First Nation Land Governance Registry Inc. was incorporated to establish and operate an independent, First Nation-controlled land registry for First Nations that have ratified the Framework Agreement and participating Self-Governing First Nations. The Registry is intended to improve accessibility, accuracy, and reliability of land information, including land codes, surveys, boundaries, interests, instruments and cadastral data.
What Signatory First Nations Need to Do
Eligible signatory First Nations are invited to:
- Review the Framework Agreement Amendment Package.
- Discuss the proposed amendments internally with leadership, Lands staff, Lands Committees, legal counsel, and other advisors as needed.
- Complete the First Nation Authorization Letter and Resolution.
- Submit the completed authorization documents before September 15, 2026.
- Ensure the authorized signatory completes the DocuSign signature process for the Framework Agreement amendment legal documents.
Completion of both the authorization step and the DocuSign signature step is required for the First Nation’s approval to be counted toward the amendment threshold.
Understanding the Two-Thirds Approval Threshold
There are 126 operational signatories eligible to provide approval of the Framework Agreement Amendment Package.
To meet the required two-thirds approval threshold, 84 signatories, or 66.7%, must provide approval.
Support from the remaining signatories will help demonstrate broader collective support and continued First Nation leadership in advancing the amendment package, FNLGR implementation, and modern First Nation-led land governance.
Signature Collection Progress
Item | Status |
|---|---|
| Approval Goal | Two-thirds approval of eligible signatory First Nations |
| Eligible Signatories | 126 |
| Required Approvals | 84 |
| Collection Window | June 24 to September 15, 2026 |
| Current Status | Collection window in progress |
| Progress Example | 66.7% complete | 84 of 126 required approvals received |
As submissions are received, progress will be updated throughout the review and approval window.
Download the FA Amendment Package:
The Framework Agreement Amendment Package includes the legal amendment text, plain language materials, presentation resources, and signing authority documents needed to support review and complete the approval process.
Package Status: In Progress
Collection Window: June 24 to September 15
Approval Goal: Two-thirds approval of eligible signatory First Nations
Gated Weblink: FA Amendment Package
The FA Amendment Package has been prepared to support signatory First Nation leadership review, internal discussion and formal approval of the proposed Framework Agreement Amendments by authorized signature.
Document | Purpose | Download Link |
|---|---|---|
| Framework Agreement Amendment Summary | Plain language overview of the proposed amendments, what is changing, and why the amendments are needed to support implementation of the First Nation Land Governance Register. | In Progress |
| Overview Presentation and Video | Leadership briefing materials to support iternal discussion with Chief and Council, Land Committees, Lands managers and staff, and other advisors. | In Progress |
| Frame Agreement Amendments | Legal amendment text for leadership review and formal approval by eligible signatory First Nations. | In Progress |
| First Nation Authorization Letter and Resolution | Templates for the First Nation to confirm the individual authorized to sign the Framework Agreement amendments on behalf of the First Nation. | In Progress |
Optional Support Letter Templates
Additional support letter templates are also included for First Nations and professional partners who wish to support related federal advocacy on FNLGR implementation and ATR modernization.
Stakeholder Support Letters
Optional support letter templates for First Nations and professional partners who wish to provide letters to Canada in support of the FA Amendments, FNLGR implementation and ATR modernization.
FA–FNLGR Engagement Timeline and Events
Date | Event |
| May 13, 2026 | LAB National Special Chiefs Meeting - Virtual |
| June 25, 2026 | LAB PreAGM, West Region, Abbotsford, BC |
| July 9, 2026 | LAB PreAGM, East Region, Rama, ON |
| July 30, 2026 | LAB PreAGM, Prairie Region, Whitecap Dakota, SK |
| September 2-3, 2026 | LAB AGM, Winnipeg |
Signatory First Nations may also request a direct presentation or support session for leadership, Lands staff, or internal advisors.
Questions or Support
For questions about the FA Amendment Package, review process, direct presentations, or submission of the First Nation Authorization Letter and Resolution, please contact:
Andrew Beynon
RC Director of Land Governance
andrew.beynon [at] labrc.com (andrew[dot]beynon[at]labrc[dot]com)
Angie Derrickson
FNLGR Registrar and CEO
angie.derrickson [at] fnlgr.com (angie[dot]derrickson[at]fnlgr[dot]com)
Patti Wight
RC Manager First Nation Support Services - BC
patti.wight [at] labrc.com (patti[dot]wight[at]labrc[dot]com)
Denise Unger
RC Manager First Nation Support Services - Fraser Valley
denise.unger [at] labrc.com (denise[dot]unger[at]labrc[dot]com)
Eugene Peterson
RC Manager First Nation Support Services - Prairies
eugene.peterson [at] labrc.com (eugene[dot]peterson[at]labrc[dot]com)
Crystal Restoule
RC Manager First Nation Support Services - East
crystal.restoule [at] labrc.com (crystal[dot]restoule[at]labrc[dot]com)