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…
Our 2024 Arts Retreat gathered B.C. First Nations artists from across the province to exchange cultural knowledge, learn from mentors and network with peers. FPCC supports B.C. First Nations artists at all stages of their careers. As part of our ongoing efforts to connect artists with mentors, last spring we hosted iʔ scqʷaʔqʷʔaltət, iʔ scmaʔmaytət…
Individual Arts Grant recipient Joy Hall weaves together art, language and culture with her beautiful story blankets. Silixwiye Joy Hall is a weaving artist from Stó:lō Nation territory and currently lives on Sq’ewqeyl (Skowkale) First Nation in Chilliwack. Joy also has ties to Sts’ailes First Nation, Musqueam Indian Band and the Nooksack Tribe in Washington…
Update: The application period for this grant is now closed. Are you a B.C First Nations storyteller, artist, or arts organization sharing about the perseverance of stories, knowledge and arts practices in your community? The First Peoples’ Cultural Council’s (FPCC) Arts Vitality Grant is a one-time opportunity to receive up to $10,000. This funding is…
FPCC Arts Music Grant recipient connects with family and culture in the creation of a new album that bridges traditional and contemporary music. Xualupathut Patrick Aleck’s new album Xualupathut Connections is well-named since his community, family and friends were all heavily involved in the project. Produced with support from the Creation and Sharing option of…
We want to give a big thank you to everyone who submitted their artwork to the First Peoples’ Cultural Council 2024 Holiday Card Contest. We received so many incredible submissions – which made for some tough decisions – but we are excited to announce this year’s top picks! The artwork submissions for the 2024 Holiday…
A journey of identity and advocacy: How FPCC’s Arts Program supports the development of community-centered design in language revitalization resources. Lydia Prince is a Dakelh/Cree designer and language advocate working on her Master of Design at Emily Carr University of Art + Design. With support from the Scholarship stream of FPCC’s Individual Artists Program, Prince’s…
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