First Nations

Revitalizing First Nations Languages, Arts, Cultures and Heritage in British Columbia

We work with First Nations communities in B.C. to build the vitality of our cherished Languages, Arts, Cultures and Heritage – today and for the future.

Mother and son looking at language resources and talking with each other at the FPCC Mentor-Apprentice Program training

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Our Mentor-Apprentice Program is now accepting applications! 

Become fluent in your B.C. First Nations language through immersion learning with FPCC’s one-on-one Mentor Apprentice program! The deadline to apply is October 1, 2025.  FPCC’s Mentor-Apprentice Program (MAP) offers two streams for different types of learners:  “It’s really something that I’m wanting to pursue longer because coming here made me feel the power in…

2023-24

At a glance

$48.6m

invested in language, arts, culture & heritage programs

$35.6m

in language funding to communities

841

cultural practices documented

185

arts grants awarded