“Learning our languages isn’t just about communication and the language, these languages come from this land, and they only exist here.” – Tracey Herbert, FPCC CEO, speaks to @CityNewsVan about the Report on the Status of B.C. First Nations Languages. vancouver.citynews.ca/2023/02/23/bc-…

Roxanne and Cody Dool are raising their children – Keanu, Brody and Ryder – to speak Halq’eméylem in their home. They represent a rising trend in at-home language use found in our 2022 Report on the Status of B.C. First Nations Languages. Learn more: fpcc.ca/stories/langua…

Our CEO, Tracey Herbert, has been busy in Ottawa advocating for long-term sustainable funding for language, arts and heritage revitalization in B.C. She had a great meeting with @Carolyn_Bennett this morning!

Language nests – like the Qaqauailas Heiltsuk House of Learning – have tripled in number since 2018. Just one example of how language learning opportunities are on the rise! For more, see our 2022 Report on the Status of B.C. First Nations Languages: fpcc.ca/stories/langua…

🪶🙌🏾 FPCC celebrates alongside Qualicum First Nation in recognition of the reawakening of their pentl’ach language! The Province has officially recognized pentl’ach as the 35th First Nations language in B.C. For more information please visit fpcc.ca/pent'lach

Language learning is on the rise as seen in our 2022 Report on the Status of B.C. First Nations Languages. This would not be possible without the hard work and commitment of speakers, teachers and learners who are working hard to revitalize our languages! We raise our hands 🙌🏾

Check out our 2022-2023 Annual Report to Communities! Over the past year, a record-breaking amount of funding supported First Nations and Indigenous grant recipients across B.C. - with more than $30 million delivered through 808 grants👏🏽 View the report: fpcc.ca/annualreport

🔊 Language Advocates & Allies, we need your voices! The federal government is gathering feedback on the 2024 budget. If you have a moment, please complete the survey and highlight "Other - Fund Indigenous language revitalization" as a priority. letstalkbudget24.ca/let-s-talk-bud…

#LAD24 ANNOUNCEMENT: We are pleased to announce that Thea Harris of FPCC will be joining the Language Keepers panel on February 21! #indigenouslanguages #languagerevitalization Register here to learn more: eventbrite.ca/e/language-kee…

We raise our hands to Gord Johns for his advocacy and support in securing long-term sustainable funding for First Nations language revitalization in B.C. First Nations people have a right to their languages. Investing in cultural revitalization is a step toward reconciliation.

This International Mothers Languages Day we are celebrating the 20th anniversary of our online language platform, FirstVoices.com with the announcement of new features and site design! Explore the full news release at fpcc.ca/newfirstvoices

Last night, I was thrilled to celebrate with FPCC and @FPCFoundation along with people from First Nations in B.C. working to revitalize Indigenous languages. For 20 years, #FirstVoices has helped Nations retain, revitalize and share their languages.

Funding for the federal government's legislation supporting, protecting and revitalizing Indigenous languages could expire this year, without any extension or renewal of Bill C-91. FPCC CEO, Tracey Herbert, joined BCAFN Chief, Terry Teegee, on Globalnews.ca to discuss this

Our response to federal funding in Budget 2024 for Indigenous language revitalization across Canada and the impact on language revitalization efforts in B.C. Learn more in today's news release from the First Peoples’ Cultural Council: fpcc.ca/budget2024

Stronger communities start with women. The First Peoples’ Cultural Council revitalizes cultures and grows the economy while creating skilled jobs for First Nations women. 🟠 Revitalizing mother tongue languages 🟠 Improving livelihoods 🟠 Strengthening communities Learn more:

Help Build a Stronger Future FPCC programs grow the economy and create good jobs by: 🟠 Providing grants and training to local communities 🟠 Empowering women through skilled job creation Learn more: bit.ly/3BVvVxI