“I am now a holder of the language as a speaker. Language is at the core of who we are, our history and our laws. As Indigenous people, it sets the parameters for how we live and take care of ourselves. “
–Tracey Kim Bonneau, MAP Apprentice, Syilx Nation in Penticton
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February 21, 2023
B.C. First Nations Languages Report Shows Increase in Language Learners, Needs Long-term Support For media enquiries please contact media@fpcc.ca
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In collaboration with the First Peoples’ Cultural Council, Knowledge Network has launched a Call for Proposals from Indigenous filmmakers to produce a series of short documentary films that showcase the revitalization of…
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The First Peoples’ Cultural Council will deliver more than $5.4 million this year to support 16 projects that conserve, repair and develop First Nations heritage infrastructure in B.C. For media…
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Emmy McMillan
Emmy McMillan is a descendent of settlers and grew up in the Cariboo region near Canim Lake B.C. She has years of experience in historical research and working with Indigenous communities. She has been with FPCC since 2018 and has a passion for telling stories and capturing images that share the incredible work happening in FPCC programs.