About BALS
The Bahamas Association of Land Surveyors (BALS) is the premier professional organization for land surveying professionals in The Bahamas. We unite licensed surveyors across the islands to promote excellence in surveying, uphold ethical standards, and advocate for sound land governance.
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Established under the Land Surveyors Act
Established under the Land Surveyors Act, 1975 and guided by by-laws, BALS serves as a collective voice for the profession on both national and international stages.
Newly Elected Leadership
Our newly elected leadership (as of 2025) has renewed BALS’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and active member engagement. In a strategic move to enhance advocacy, BALS recently aligned with the Bahamas Trade Union Congress, strengthening our capacity to represent members’ interests at policy-making levels.
BALS - More Than A Professional Body
BALS is more than a professional body; we are partners in national development. Our members contribute expertise to critical issues like land reform, sustainable development, and public access to land. BALS has actively participated in the development of a National Action Plan for Land Reform and Geospatial Innovation, advocating the use of modern technology for equitable and sustainable land management. We champion the public interest – for example, BALS has raised alarm about threats to public beach access and parklands, underscoring our role in safeguarding Bahamian land heritage.
BALS: A Partner in National Development
BALS: A Collaborator
By collaborating with government agencies, educational institutions, and civil society groups, BALS strives to ensure that land surveying in The Bahamas remains innovative, inclusive, and aligned with the nation’s needs. We are proud to foster partnerships (such as with the Bahamas Institute of STEM & Innovation) that empower the next generation of surveyors and geospatial professionals, ensuring a legacy of excellence and innovation in our field.
Our Services
Supporting the Bahamian Public, allied professionals, and land surveyors with expert guidance and resources.
Professional Support
Guidance on standards and best practices.
Continuing Education
Workshops and courses to enhance skills.
Networking Events
Opportunities to connect with peers.
Recent Ground Breaking Events Gallery!!
Snapshots capturing the spirit and work of BALS members since the Historic, Democratic and Impartial Department of Labour supervised elections with 2 additional independent observers on September 12, 2025.
Our Pioneering Projects & Initiatives
Showcasing key initiatives shaping Bahamas' land surveying for now and the future.
Geodetic Network
Enhancing accuracy with modern global geodetic benchmarks through international engagement.
TRC Initiative
Truth and Reconciliation Committee established to correct past wrongs and create a unified front.
Strategic Partners
Collaborating with BIOSI, TUC, CSB, AIA, UB, and FIG.
Community Outreach
Engaging locals through educational events and a groundbreaking island tours program.