The objective of this technical sheet is to contextualize and explain the origin of the engagement on Aboriginal-led protected areas (ALPA)
conducted by the team of the conservation and biodiversity sector of the First Nations of Quebec and Labrador Sustainable Development
Institute (FNQLSDI). This sheet is the first in a series of three which all have the objective of supporting and informing First Nations’ thinking in the establishment, management and governance of ALPAs under the Natural Heritage Conservation Act (NHCA).