Representatives from 27 First Nations discussed a basis for a First Nations led environmental assessment process for major projects at a meeting of the First Nations Major Projects Coalition held in Terrace on Thursday and Friday. The meeting included a presentation about a basis for a First Nation led environmental assessment process for major projects … Read more
The First Nations Education Steering Committee is pleased that there is a national focus and discussion on First Nations education. This is long overdue and must remain a priority until we reach a satisfactory agreement between First Nations and Canada on an appropriate path forward. Call 604-925-6087 x 105.
Approximately 250 B.C. First Nations delegates gathered on Nov. 19, 2013, to discuss the government's proposal for a bill on First Nations Education, released October 2013. The bill, which would be aimed at "reforming" education for First Nations children, represents a threat to the comprehensive and relevant B.C. First Nations Education System, which is accountable … Read more
The government's new proposal for a bill on First Nations education is contrary to First Nations' education goals in B.C. and fails to preserve and support the well-regarded BC First Nations Education System, the First Nations Education Steering Committee said. First Nations in B.C. have worked collectively for over 20 years to create a strong, responsive … Read more
The First Nations Education Steering Committee and the First Nations Schools Association are disappointed that the throne speech failed to address growing concerns regarding the Government of Canada's plan to implement a First Nations Education Act by September 2014. The throne speech indicated Canada "will continue working with First Nations to develop stronger, more effective, and … Read more
The First Nations Education Steering Committee has announced that its education jurisdiction initiative is in jeopardy because of the Canadian Government's decision to introduce new options. One of the options put forth by the government is to reduce funding by millions of dollars to First Nation schools. The full release is available online. Call 604-866-3409.
