The Mentor-Apprentice Program is a one-on-one immersion program that supports the development of fluent speakers and has two program areas to fit your learning needs!
The deadline to apply is October 23, 2023
The Mentor-Apprentice Program (MAP) supports the development of fluent speakers of B.C. First Nations languages through one-on-one immersion. A language learner spends time with a fluent language speaker doing everyday activities in the language to support their learning.
Program options
MAP offers two program streams for different types of learners:
- MAP – (Up to $21,300): The mentor and apprentice spend 300 hours together per year, for up to 3 years, doing everyday activities using the language.
- MAP: Connections – (Up to $6,500): For language learners who want to strengthen their connection to their language, but at a flexible pace. The mentor and apprentice complete 100 hours of language learning per year for up to 3 years.
Online info session
To support applicants to complete a great application, we are hosting an online info session at 12 pm PST on September 12, 2023!
Register HERE!
Eligibility
- First Nations person: status or not status, living in B.C., whether living on or off reserve, learning a language funded by FPCC.
MAP – Best suited for learners who are or want to become language teachers in schools or communities, parents of young children or expecting parents and learners who have a plan for actively passing on the language to others. Appropriate for learners aged 16-50.
MAP: Connections – Best suited for learners who want to strengthen their connection to language, have some language knowledge or silent speakers who want to gain confidence in speaking and want to complete MAP at a relaxed pace.
How to apply
FPCC Language Program applications will be accepted using the FPCC Grant Portal. Please visit the program page for more information about MAP, how to apply and to read the application guidelines.
We are here to support you!
If you have questions or need any assistance completing your Mentor-Apprentice application or using the grant portal, please contact: Aurora Skala at map@fpcc.ca
Please share this funding opportunity with your network by downloading the program poster HERE!
Learn more:
- Read community stories about Language Program grant recipients here.
- View language resources here.
- Learn more about the Language Program here.
- View all current FPCC funding opportunities here.
Share your story!
Do you have a story about yourself or your community’s work to revitalize First Nations languages, cultures, 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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