All Indigenous growers, land stewards and community members are welcome to attend this webinar free of charge! Please use the coupon code LANDSHARE1 when filling out the registration form to receive free admission.

Join us for this two-part webinar series with Jennifer Nobel, an experienced permaculture practitioner, ecological homestead designer, and land steward. Whether you are just starting to explore land-sharing or are seriously considering it as a pathway to land access, these sessions will provide valuable insights and practical guidance. Attend one or both—each session offers unique knowledge, but together they create a foundation for successful land-sharing arrangements.

Part 1: Community Building, Conflict Resolution, Governance & Structures, Traditions

With rising land prices and increasing barriers to entry in farming, many aspiring farmers and land-based entrepreneurs are looking for creative ways to access land. This entry-level webinar is designed for those curious about land-sharing and cooperative land access models. Whether you’re dreaming of a collective farm, an intentional community, or a shared land project, this session will provide the foundational knowledge needed to start strong.

Jennifer Nobel, author of the upcoming book Land-Sharing: A Beginner’s Guide, has spent the last five years navigating bylaws, building codes, and alternative living solutions to make land-sharing work. Drawing from her firsthand experience, she will explore:

Community Building – Fostering strong, collaborative relationships among land-sharers

Conflict Resolution – Practical tools for navigating challenges and maintaining harmony

Governance & Structures – Decision-making systems that support long-term success

Traditions & Culture – The role of shared values in strengthening land-sharing arrangements

Want to go deeper? This session lays the groundwork for Part 2, where we’ll take a practical look at the legal, financial, and security aspects of land-sharing. Learn more and register for Part 2 here.

Jennifer Nobel is an experienced Metis permaculture practitioner, ecological homestead designer, and passionate land steward with over a decade of experience in studying, practicing, and teaching ecological living practices. Holding a degree in architecture, Jennifer initially pursued retail design, however, quickly realized fulfillment came from living on the land and designing land-based projects. In 2020, her family’s aspirations of owning an acreage were thwarted by the rising cost of land. Determined to make her vision a reality, Jennifer spent the last five years navigating complex bylaws, building codes, and alternative living solutions through land-sharing agreements. These experiences not only provided a low-cost way to live but also allowed her family to save up to purchase their own property. Having purchased some land, Jennifer is excited to offer others the same opportunities, sharing her wisdom on communal living, building vibrant communities, and generating extra income through land sharing.

This webinar is part of EFAO’s Indigenous Outreach and Engagement Initiative, which is supported by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness.