A Comprehensive Guide to Canadian Land Access Systems

Canadian Land Access Systems (CLAS) is the premier land access app in Canada. This user-friendly, comprehensive software empowers Landowners to manage their properties seamlessly from their phones or computers, while providing Guests with easy access to thousands of properties at the click of a button. This article will guide you through how to effectively use CLAS both as a Landowner and as a Guest.

Signing Up for Canadian Land Access Systems

1. Sign Up for Free

To begin, download the CLAS app via your smartphone or bring up CLASS.APP on your computer. Click on the “Free Sign Up” button. You will be required to enter your name, email address, and create a username and password. Make sure to review and agree to the terms and conditions before proceeding.

2. Verify Your Email Address

After signing up, you will have seven days to verify your email address. If you do not complete this step within the specified time, your account will be deactivated until verification is completed.

3. Guests: Complete the Registration Forms in the App

Before accessing a property, guests must complete additional registration forms, including billing information and vehicle details. Providing vehicle information is crucial for landowners to confirm that you and your vehicle are authorized to be on their property.

4. Landowners: Complete Land Listing Forms in the App or Web Browser

To list your land on CLAS, you will need to follow these simple steps on either a web browser or on CLAS.APP

• Fill out the Land Name and Description fields. 
• Add your property address. Draw a boundary around your land or upload a KML file of your land. Activate your virtual perimeter geofence and allow location aware devices to notify when people are entering and exiting your property.
• Specify property features such as hunting, fishing, and recreational activities. Set rules for access, including ATV, horse, and camping use. Add additional rules to keep your land safe.
• Determine a guest limit, choose between manual or automatic approval for access requests, and add additional property managers. 
• As a limited-time offer, you will receive a complimentary Access Sign when you register a property and pay $9.99 for a year subscription.

Using Canadian Land Access Systems

For Guests

Guests can request access to Open Properties for free by completing a “Request a Booking” form. This form requires details about your visit, including the purpose of your stay, the number of visitors, any additional information, and your planned visit dates. Easily refine your search by pressing the symbol on the left hand side of the search bar.

For only $9.99 per year, guests can request access to thousands of additional properties through CLAS.App.

For Landowners

Landowners can manage access to their properties via the app or web browser. Simply navigate to the “Listings” or “My Lands” sections to accept or deny access requests. You can easily toggle between manual and automatic approval settings. Automatic approval allows guests within your specified limit to gain access automatically, while any requests beyond that limit will be declined. You can also modify property rules and adjust access availability as needed.

Additional Features Available with Subscription

Subscribing to CLAS.App for just $9.99 a year provides access to valuable features, including:

• Wildlife Management Unit (WMU) overlays on maps
• Fishing regulations
• Rural notification feature to alert designated recipients within a 25 km radius
• Fire ban status notifications
• Hunter tag management
• Hunter match system
• Harvesting reports
• Privacy Mode for properties (Guests will be unable to see your property unless they have a direct link)
• Request properties to join CLAS in app 

Canadian Land Access Systems is an indispensable tool for navigating the complexities of land management in Canada. By following this guide, you can easily sign up, maximize the benefits of these systems, and leverage their powerful features. Whether you are an avid hunter, a government official, or part of an Indigenous community, understanding and utilizing these systems will significantly enhance your ability to manage land access effectively. Start exploring the opportunities that CLAS offers for just $9.99 a year today!