October 15, 2021 | Issue #21 |
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AOLS Council Passes Policy
for Land Acknowledgement Protocol
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AOLS has set guidelines for land acknowledgement of the ancestral and unceded territory of the Inuit, Métis, and First Nations people. At the outset of all Council, AGM meetings, and webinars, the AOLS will read a land acknowledgement. It is strongly recommended that regional groups and committee meetings begin with a land acknowledgement.
A Land Acknowledgement is a formal statement that recognizes that we are here on the land of Inuit, Métis, and First Nations people and that we respect the unique and enduring relationship that exists between Indigenous Peoples and their traditional territories. It has been a custom for Indigenous Peoples to acknowledge the land at the start of their gatherings, ceremonies, and events. With the release of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Report, more non-Indigenous people are becoming aware of the importance of a land acknowledgement.
Land Acknowledgement of the site of the AOLS office to be published on the AOLS website:
The Association of Ontario Land Surveyors acknowledges that its office at 1043 McNicoll Avenue in Scarborough is situated on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples and is now home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. Ontario Land Surveyors also acknowledge that Toronto is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaties signed with multiple Mississaugas and Chippewa bands.
Generic Land Acknowledgement:
The Committee acknowledges that we are gathered on the ancestral lands and waters of all Indigenous Peoples who have left their mark. We respectfully acknowledge those that came before us, those that are here, and those yet to come. May we all continue to serve as stewards of the Earth.
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Over the last several years the AOLS has published bulletins on Right of Entry as a result of complaints received from the public. Bulletins 1990-35 and 2005-01 are still active and are stored on the AOLS members’ website: https://members.aols.org/splash/member-tools/policies/bulletins (note you will have to be logged in). A recent matter brought to Council prompted us to remind members about this topic. The matter involved a crew entering a neighbouring property while conducting a topographic survey.
While Section 6 of the Surveys Act provides surveyors with a right of entry, members are reminded that the focus of the Surveys Act is cadastral surveying. It does not provide a right of entry for topographic surveying. While municipalities often require topographic surveys on adjoining properties, surveyors have no statutory provisions that allow them to enter onto the property. As such, they should seek direct approval from the owner/tenant to enter the property. If there is a refusal, the surveyor has NO right to enter the property. That does not mean that they cannot collect information using other remote techniques. Please ensure your crews are properly informed.
Right of Entry is a privilege that we do not want to risk losing. Please review the previous bulletins and consider your practices for entering property. Remember that your staff often are the face of the profession on the ground and their actions reflect on you and all other Ontario Land Surveyors.
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Articling Application Notice |
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Those wishing to article must submit the completed forms attached (PART I only) to the Association of Ontario Land Surveyors by no later than November 5, 2021.
Do not hesitate to contact Lena if you have any questions or concerns.
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GBRG Fall Meeting
(open to all members)
October 28, 2021
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Given the COVID situation, the GBRG Fall meeting (open to all members) will take place online via Zoom.
Date: Thursday, October 28, 2021
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
We look forward to connecting with you on October 28, 2021. If you have any questions, please contact Colleen Gambier at cgambier@aols.org or Rodney Geyer at 2rg.ols@gmail.com
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Loyalist College
Civil, Survey and Construction
Virtual Hiring/Information Session
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Our Civil, Survey and Construction event will take place on Wednesday, December 1, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm via Zoom.
This is your opportunity to introduce your organization to students and grads of our Civil, Survey and Construction programs.
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Reminder: Webinar - Twenty Years in the Making
Some Final Ideas on Quarter Session and By-Law Roads
Presented by: Jeff Talbot, OLS
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October 26, 2021: 12:00 - 1:00 pm |
Jeff has been researching, writing and presenting on historical quarter session and by-law roads off an on for more than two decades. This presentation - coming full circle from his first presentation of almost twenty years ago - will briefly outline the changes of thought over that time; offer some ideas for consideration in a couple of practical examples; and finally pose a general idea that may assist in resolving their most uncertain boundaries. This webinar is one of ideas, encouraging discussion among the membership as to their merits.
We hope to see you at this webinar!
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Comments, Questions, or Suggestions? |
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Your suggestions are always welcome! |
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