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Report on the First Peoples’ Cultural Council Indigenous Cultural Heritage Forum

Download Resource Overview In early March 2020, the First Peoples’ Cultural Council (FPCC), supported by the Heritage Branch of B.C., hosted a gathering of 43 Indigenous cultural heritage experts to share experiences and challenges, build networks, and discuss the future of Indigenous Cultural Heritage (ICH) in British Columbia.  This report is intended to provide a…

FPCC Policy Paper: Recognizing and Including Indigenous Cultural Heritage in B.C.

Download Resources Overview First Peoples’ Cultural Council (FPCC) has prepared this paper to address the immediate need to revitalize, manage, and protect Indigenous cultural heritage (ICH) in meaningful and substantive ways. The objective of this policy paper is to present a compelling and informed position for supporting an Indigenous-led organization that can address gaps in…

MAP Overview Video

Please click to view video below. Overview Learn more about FPCC’s Mentor-Apprentice Program (MAP) in this overview video. MAP is a one-on-one language immersion program that helps people to become fluent speakers by learning the language for daily life at home and on the land. Prepared By First Peoples’ Cultural Council Additional Resources Mentor-Apprentice Program/…

Important Documents About Indigenous Languages Legislation

Overview Below is a list of resources related to Indigenous language legislation. This comprehensive list allows you to find the up to date resources you need when planning, assessing or analyzing Indigenous language legislation or policy.  Resources Task Force on Aboriginal Languages and Cultures Report (2005) Assembly of First Nations Resolution on Revitalization of Indigenous…

Creating First Nations, Inuit and Métis Languages Legislation – 2018 Discussion Guide

Download Resource Department of Canadian Heritage Discussion GuideThe co-development process Overview This discussion guide has been developed by the Department of Canadian Heritage in relation to the development of First Nations, Inuit and Métis languages legislation. The document outlines specific considerations noted by the Department, important legislation elements, and answers to commonly asked questions regarding…

Existing Legislation on Indigenous Languages

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…