One-time funding to support B.C. First Nations infrastructure to create spaces that weave together arts, culture, heritage and language work.
The Braided Infrastructure Pilot Project (BIP) is a one-time funding opportunity from the FPCC Heritage and Arts Programs. Up to $250,000 in funding is available for B.C. First Nations infrastructure projects that braid together arts, culture, heritage and languages. FPCC is now accepting Expressions of Interest (EOI) as the application process for this funding.
BIP will fund projects that conserve, repair or develop B.C. First Nations’ cultural heritage, arts and language infrastructure. This could include:
- Historical, art, language and cultural places, archives and collections that are of collective value to a B.C. First Nation community.
- Physical infrastructure such as buildings, trails and structures that support public and community access to:
– Stories of historic places and the places themselves.
– The transmission of community memory and traditional practices, crafts and trades.
– Cultural materials that support telling the stories of historic sites and the transmission of community memory and traditional practices, arts and trades.
– Art and language materials and forms.
Read the complete request for Expressions of Interest here.
Who is eligible to apply?
B.C.-based First Nations organizations with a mandate or focus that involves First Nations heritage and art. Eligible applicants include:
- B.C. First Nations bands or Tribal Councils.
- Not-for-profit societies registered in B.C. in good standing and governed by B.C. First Nations individuals (at least 75% of directors identify as a recognized B.C. First Nations).
- B.C. First Nations-led museums and cultural spaces (at least 75% of directors identify as a recognized B.C. First Nations).
- Urban and off-reserve B.C. First Nations organizations (at least 75% of directors identify as a recognized B.C. First Nations).
- B.C. First Nations schools or adult education centres operating in B.C. on First Nations lands* (Please note that applications from First Nations schools that serve one community must be submitted through their respective Nation/Band Office).
Collaboration is Encouraged
FPCC strongly encourages collaboration. Only one EOI per Band Office, Tribal Council or Society/Organization will be eligible for funding. It is strongly advised that applicants collaborate and submit one unified proposal. This shows that there is support and consensus for the proposed project, as well as being inclusive and designed with long-term goals in mind.
How to Apply
If your community or organization is interested in applying for the BIP EOI, please review the BIP guidelines, and download and complete the EOI application form by July 20th.
All EOI application forms must be submitted to Lucas Roque via email (hip@fpcc.ca) by July 20, 2023 (no extensions will be considered).
Program Contact
Lucas Roque, Heritage Planner
Email: hip@fpcc.ca
We are here to support you with your submission. If you have any questions about the BIP EOI, please email Lucas Roque and include “BIP EOI” in the subject line for all EOI-related correspondence.
About the Funder
The Braided Infrastructure Pilot Project is funded by the Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation through the First Peoples’ Cultural Foundation. To learn more about the Foundation, its work and how to support the revitalization of First Nations language, arts and heritage visit fpcf.ca.
Learn More
Read community stories about Heritage grant recipients here
Explore the Heritage Stewardship Toolkit here
View Heritage resources here
Learn more about the Heritage Program here
View all current FPCC funding opportunities here