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$5.4 Million for First Nations Heritage Infrastructure

November 14, 2022

The First Peoples’ Cultural Council announces $5.4 million to be delivered this year to support 16 projects that conserve, repair and develop B.C. First Nations heritage infrastructure.

The First Peoples’ Cultural Council (FPCC) is excited to announce the recipients of the Heritage Infrastructure Program (HIP) funding supported by the BC150 Time Immemorial fund. The First Peoples’ Cultural Foundation (FPCF) received this funding to support projects that promote reconciliation, diversity and inclusion. FPCC is administering $5.4 million from this fund to support 16 B.C. First Nations through HIP. FPCC is providing multi-year funding and ongoing support until projects are completed in 2024. 

“This funding is vital to ensure Indigenous heritage in B.C. is protected for future generations,” said Karen Aird, FPCC Heritage Program Manager. “This investment enables First Nations communities to lead work to safeguard their cultural spaces and heritage collections, and demonstrates the urgent need for long term, sustainable funding to protect First Nations heritage.”    

HIP supports First Nations communities in B.C. to safeguard and celebrate their heritage through projects ranging from new infrastructure development, to upgrades and improvements to existing spaces. Investing in the protection and development of heritage infrastructure supports First Nations communities to be the tellers and keepers of their own stories. By respecting and supporting Indigenous ways of knowing and being, FPCC’s Heritage Program upholds the safeguarding, transmission and revitalization of B.C. First Nations heritage. 

George Chaffee, Councilor of kʷikʷəƛ̓əm First Nation

“[The funding] is crucial in our long-term work to create a safer, sacred historical cemetery that allows us to protect, honor and show respect to those who are buried there,” said George Chaffee, Councilor of kʷikʷəƛ̓əm First Nation. “I am very proud to be leading this project and to be giving a voice to our Elders and Ancestors so that their lives are remembered not only for today, but for generations to come.”

The Kwikwetlem Cemetery restoration project is one of the 16 projects funded through FPCC’s HIP.

To read the full news release and the list of 2021-24 HIP recipients click here. 

About the Funder 
In July 2021, the B.C. Ministry of Municipal Affairs announced $30 million for projects which advance reconciliation and learning to promote a diverse and inclusive society. Funds were delivered to the First Peoples’ Cultural Foundation (FPCF) and Heritage B.C. for grants and endowments. FPCC is administering $6.4 million through grants and ongoing support to recipients through FPCC’s Heritage Infrastructure Program, Heritage Stewardship Program and Sense of Place Grant.  

See More FPCC News   
FPCC News Releases  
FPCC In the News  
FPCC Media Cente  
Media contact: media@fpcc.ca  

FPCC Indigenous Heritage Resources:  
About Our Heritage Program  
Heritage Infrastructure Program  
FPCC – 150 Time Immemorial News Release   
FPCF – Indigenous Heritage Endowment News Release  
Heritage BC – 150 Time Immemorial Program  
FPCC Heritage Resources: fpcc.ca/resource/area/heritage  

Share Your Story! 
Do you have a story about the work your community is doing to revitalize First Nations languages, heritage and Indigenous arts in B.C.? We want to hear from you! Please send your story to info@fpcc.ca and check back as we post more stories about the good work being done across the province.   

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First Peoples’ Cultural Council is grateful to have our home in the beautiful traditional unceded territory of the W̱SÁNEĆ Nation people, in the village of W̱JOȽEȽP. We have an additional satellite office at Tk’emlups within the traditional territory of the Secwepemc people. Our leadership and staff are honoured to travel, conduct our work and provide support throughout Indigenous homelands across what is now called British Columbia and beyond.

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