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The Pathways to Language Vitality (Pathways) Program provides funding and support for community-led projects that revitalize First Nations languages in B.C. and help create fluent speakers.
Pathways was launched in 2020, in response to community feedback. It combines four previously separate funding streams: the B.C. Language Initiative, Indigenous Language Grants, Language Nest Program and Language Gathering & Sharing Grants. Pathways creates the opportunity for communities to implement multiple connected projects in a coordinated way, leading to greater outcomes.
Pathways is available for First Nations governments and Indigenous organizations located in B.C. Examples of eligible community-led projects include: adult language immersion, language nests, language documentation, development of resources and materials, language planning and community engagement.
Language Program Funding 2025-26
Please note that the application process for Pathways Program funding has changed. In 2023, we asked eligible communities and organizations to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) sharing their language program funding needs. We are now inviting those who submitted an EOI to apply. The application process has been streamlined to a single form for all language programs except for Mentor-Apprentice Programs and Youth Empowered Speakers. The Language Program is also now offering multi-year funding of up to three years.
Please review the program guidelines and portal information below on how to submit your application.
If you are not sure if your community submitted an EOI or you have questions about accessing language program funding, please contact us at languagegrant@fpcc.ca and a member of the Language staff will follow up with you.
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Recorded Info Session
This online information session was recorded in November 2024 and provides information about the program, timelines, eligibility and tips on strengthening your application.
This program is made possible with funding from the Department of Canadian Heritage as a result of the Government of Canada’s Indigenous Languages Act.
Tools and Resources
Language Status Assessment (LSA)
The Language Status Assessment (LSA) is a survey on the status of First Nations
languages. The Language Status Assessment is not a grant application but it is
required for communities who are applying for language funding from First
Peoples’ Cultural Council.
For more details and information on how to submit an LSA survey, click here.
We are here to support!
If you have any questions or would like assistance with your grant application please contact the program staff listed at the bottom of this page. FPCC staff are available to answer questions about grant eligibility, project proposal ideas, which program or grant may be best for your project and more. You may also contact an Outreach Coach for information on project planning, resources and information sessions.
Funding Process
We are here to ensure that the funding application process is as easy as possible and offer a convenient online portal so applicants can more easily apply for programs and submit reports. For additional information please visit the Funding Process page.
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Page Image: Udzistalis John Speck, Hereditary Chief, Tlowitsis and
Hiʔliqilaʔgelis Natasha Green, Mentor Apprentice
Program, Campbell River B.C.
Program Contact
Stephanie Yates
Stephanie is of Chinese, Italian, and German ancestry and has resided with her family on the lands of the lək̓ʷəŋən speaking people, the Songhees and Esquimalt First Nations, for her whole life. She has over 20 years of experience working in the non-profit sector and brings a passion for program coordination, project management, and administration to support your important work.