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Overview
First Peoples’ Cultural Council (FPCC) has prepared this paper to address the immediate need to revitalize, manage, and protect Indigenous cultural heritage (ICH) in meaningful and substantive ways. The objective of this policy paper is to present a compelling and informed position for supporting an Indigenous-led organization that can address gaps in cultural heritage legislation and policy, and support heritage related initiatives in Indigenous communities to achieve measurable goals. The paper is available in both English and French in the links above.
Prepared By
Karen Aird, Gretchen Fox and Angie Bain on behalf of First Peoples’ Cultural Council
Contributing Organizations
National Sites and Monument Board, Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc, Assembly of First Nations (Ottawa)
Referenced Legislation
Heritage Conservation Act, United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
Suggested Use & Distribution
This report provides comprehensive policy information for indigenous cultural heritage, and is relevant for community & cultural leaders, government representatives & educators.