The Master Land Use Plan is a guiding document to be used in decision making related to the physical development, preservation, and overall management and administration of Bear Island and the Lands Set Aside. Its purpose is to describe what development and land use activities may be carried out, where they may occur, and how they shall contribute to the economic, social, cultural, and environmental well-being of the community.
BEAR ISLAND LAND USE PLAN – watch the video
The Master Land Use Plan is a guiding document to be used in decision making related to the physical development, preservation, and overall management and administration of Bear Island and the Lands Set Aside. Its purpose is to describe what development and land use activities may be carried out, where they may occur, and how they shall contribute to the economic, social, cultural, and environmental well-being of the community.
What is Land Use Planning? – Watch the video
Creating a Land Use Plan for Bear Island – Watch the video
BEAR ISLAND PHOTO REEL
The Master Land Use Plan is a roadmap to be used for:
- Setting the long-term goals and aspirations of the community as they relate to land development, economic growth, and environmental stewardship;
- Building a healthier, more suitable and self-sufficient community;
- Providing greater certainty to members, residents, and developers on where and how development shall occur;
- Protecting and enhancing environmental and cultural resources; and;
- Creating further community laws and regulations related to development, building, housing, environmental protection, and land related activities.
The Background Report
The Background Report assembles available information and knowledge to be considered in preparing the Master Land Use Plan for Bear Island and for the Lands Set Aside.
This report is based on a review of existing conditions and previously identified future needs from a desktop review of available information on the built environment (infrastructure and community owned assets), the natural environment, and the socio-economic environment. Much of the information is from the 2011 Capital Planning Study (CPS) and the 2019 Community Profile. A number of documents and anecdotal information was provided from the Land and Resources Committee and other TFN staff as well as data obtained from various municipal, provincial and federal government sources.
TFN Draft Background Report
The following opportunities and constraints have been identified based on the information and findings gathered as part of the background review, and the community feedback gathered during the March 2019 engagement sessions.
TFN Opportunities and Constraints Identification
Consultation and Engagement Summary
Community Events March 5th– 7th, 2019 and Youth Workshop July 17th, 2019
What We Heard
Consultation and Engagement Summary
Planning Committee Workshop
What We Heard
Through the Framework Agreement on First Nations Land Management (FAFNLM), Temagami First Nation is taking the steps to regain control over the day-to-day management of its reserve lands and resources.
Newsletters
Newsletter #1 – March 2019
Newsletter #2 – September 2019
Newsletter #3 – July 2020
Newsletter #4 – March 2021
Newsletter #5 – May 2022