Language

Overview Below is an overview of each of the current legislations in Canada and around the globe that work towards Indigenous Language preservation. Prepared By First Peoples’ Cultural Council Suggested Use & Distribution The reference documents below, as well as the list itself, is an excellent quick-guide to current legislation and can be used by…

Download Resources Indigenous Languages Initiative: National Engagement Sessions Report (English)Indigenous Languages Initiative: National Engagement Sessions Report (French) Preparatory Sessions Information PresentationPreparatory Information Session SummaryQuestions & Answers – First Nations Language Initiative Overview The co-development committee for the legislation (which includes the national Assembly of First Nations, the Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, the Métis Nation and the…

Download Resource Overview FPCC held regional sessions in May and June 2017 to talk about the proposed Indigenous languages legislation for Canada. These sessions were held in Kelowna, Prince George, Richmond, Nanaimo and Terrace. Our goal was to ensure that B.C. language experts would be well-informed so that when the Assembly of First Nations (AFN)…

Download Resources Language Legislation: Framework Draft Language Legislation: How to provide input Overview The Language Legislation Framework Draft is a first draft of ideas for what the legislation could include and related outcomes. It also includes discussion questions that may be helpful with discussions in your community. Please note that this legislation has already been passed, and…

Resources Overview The following reports provide the input received by the Witsuwit’en Language and Culture Society and Tsilhqot’in National Government on the proposed Federal Indigenous Languages Legislation. If you have developed a position paper that you would like to share, please send it to us at info@fpcc.ca. Prepared By The Witsuwit’en Language and Culture Society…

Overview Below is an up to date collection of FPCC’s reports and resources on Indigenous Language Legislation. Here you can find presentations, reports, and guides relating to FPCC’s advocacy work in developing Indigenous Language legislation. Suggested Use & Distribution The resources attached provide comprehensive insight into Canada’s Indigenous Language legislation and can be used as…