Announcements June 2024
New National Museum Policy- Position Paper. May 13, 2024. This New National Museum Policy – Position Paper presents the collective position of the First Peoples’ Cultural Council (FPCC) and the British Columbia Museums Association (BCMA) on the urgent need for a new National Museum Policy (NMP) that centers on Indigenous rights and autonomy. This paper was developed in response to current work being undertaken by the Government of Canada to review and modernize the existing NMP, which was created in 1972 and last updated in 1990. FPCC and the BCMA have come together, walking alongside one another, to urge the Government of Canada to be fully engaged with and guided by the expertise of Indigenous Peoples, according to the principles of Free Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) and in alignment with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) throughout the process of developing a new NMP.
The First Nations Technology Council presents the first annual Amplify Awards! In spring 2025, FNTC will recognize industry leaders in Truth and Reconciliation, and Indigenous businesses, communities, or entrepreneurs who are driving digital transformation and technological innovation.
First Peoples’ Cultural Foundation Engagement Survey. For the past 20+ years, we’ve built meaningful relationships with funders and partners around the world who are uplifting the work of communities, but we feel there is still room to learn about you – our donors, supporters, and subscribers and ensure our communications and engagement are resonating with all in our ecosystem. We welcome your engagement in this short survey, all who participate will have the option of receiving a small gift of appreciation from our team. Thank you for joining us on this journey towards uplifting Indigenous languages, arts, and cultural heritage!