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Child well-being accord signed by FNLC and B.C.

The First Nations Leadership Council (FNLC) and B.C. government recently signed a child well-being accord that recommits how the parties work together to support First…

B.C. invites submissions on proposed Land Act amendment

The B.C. government is inviting written submissions on proposed changes to British Columbia’s Land Act, which if approved would provide a mechanism for government and…

B.C. to recognize National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation will be enshrined in B.C. law to honour the strength and resilience of residential school survivors and remember…

Indigenous jurisdiction over child welfare legislation passed

B.C. child and family welfare laws now respect and uphold the inherent rights of Indigenous communities to provide their own child and family services with…

Province provides funds for lost gaming revenues

First Nations governments financially challenged by the pandemic and natural disasters will benefit from a one-time provincial grant that makes up for the loss of…

Historic action plan guides UNDRIP implementation

The B.C. government today announced it is releasing the Declaration Act Action Plan, developed in consultation and co-operation with Indigenous Peoples, outlining 89 specific actions…

Indigenous people asked to help shape future of reconciliation

The provincial government is asking Indigenous peoples for additional feedback on the draft action plan required under the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples…