To start a CLT in your community, your organization may need to work through a number of steps:
1. Identify the purpose and the goal of the CLT (e.g. target group and activities).
2. Decide how the CLT is going to be organized (e.g. how you will raise awareness and garner support).
3. Define the geographical area of the CLT.
4. Define the structure of the CLT (e.g. board structure and membership).
As you develop the model of your CLT, you will also need to go into further detail regarding the financial, legal, and operational expectations.
For further guidance in this process, refer to the CLT Toolkit put together by the Parkdale Neighbourhood Land Trust which provides an outline of steps – from identifying the CLT’s purpose to incorporating the Trust. Read about it here: