What is land use planning anyway?

Land Use Planning creates policies that guide how the land and its resources will be used. Planning is directed by the social, cultural, and economic interests of Sahtu beneficiaries, residents, and all Canadians. Both traditional and scientific knowledge are used as a basis for the plan. The plan may include:

• Vision for community development
• Resource and land management strategies
• Cultural and traditional land use areas
• Land use and protected areas
• Monitoring and review processes

Click on the the following graphics to further explain land use planning:

	Land Use Planning Example	Land Use Planning Pyramid