Truth & Reconciliation Events Happening in B.C. On September 30th, FPCC honours the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We raise our hands to all Indigenous residential and day school survivors. We stand by those who continue to advocate for justice, truth, accountability and reconciliation. Community events are important opportunities to spread awareness and inspire…
The FPCC Summer Newsletter is now available! Check out the current issue to learn about recent news, program stories, events and more. As we head into mid-summer, we are happy to present the FPCC Newsletter Summer 2024 to share what we’ve been up to in our work supporting First Nations languages, arts and cultural heritage…
We would like to acknowledge FPCC Board Members Carla Lewis (Chair) and Gerry Lawson (Vice-Chair) for their years of service. In the time they have been on FPCC’s board, both Carla and Gerry have contributed immensely to First Nations language, arts and cultural heritage revitalization in B.C. Interested in applying to join the FPCC Board…
On Tuesday, April 16, 2024, the federal government announced its budget 2024. Unfortunately, the funding allocated for Indigenous language revitalization in Canada falls far short of what is needed and will impact the continuation and growth of language learning and documentation here in B.C. B.C. has the greatest diversity of First Nations languages in Canada,…
Following her summit of the Kânîsostîkwâw (Twin Sister Mountains), FPCC’s Heritage Manager, Karen Aird, details the importance of protecting B.C. First Nations cultural places in an article for British Columbia History Magazine. B.C. Heritage Week – Celebrating First Nations Heritage From February 19-25th, the First Peoples’ Cultural Council celebrates 2024’s B.C. Heritage Week. B.C. First…
The First Peoples’ Cultural Council is pleased to mark the 20th anniversary of its first CEO, Tracey Herbert. She has been a driving force behind our mandate to assist B.C. First Nations in their efforts to revitalize their languages, arts, cultures and heritage. We are happy to celebrate Tracey’s 20-year journey with FPCC. Her guidance…
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