FPCC Arts Grants support the revitalization of cultural weaving practices First Nations Arts in B.C. have a long and nuanced history, stretching back to time immemorial. Important cultural artforms, like weaving, are at risk with barriers to…
Program Stories
For B.C. Heritage Week, we’re highlighting projects and initiatives that celebrate the theme of food as a form of cultural heritage The goal of B.C. Heritage Week is to inspire connection with local heritage and…
B.C. First Nations youth learn protocols for harvesting and safeguarding food, medicines and traditional knowledge with support from FPCC’s Heritage Stewardship Program A recent project saw Tseshaht and Cowichan First Nations youth work with community experts to learn…
Esk’etemc community members are bridging the traditional knowledge gap with the support of an FPCC Cultural Practices Grant A recent project in Esk’etemc, Alkali Lake, B.C., provided both youth and…
Sarah Jeffrey is helping to revitalize the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh language at work and at home Sarah Jeffrey is Executive Director of Sníchim Foundation, a non-profit foundation based in Vancouver dedicated to…
FPCC Arts Music Grant recipient connects with family and culture in the creation of a new album that bridges traditional and contemporary music. Xualupathut Patrick Aleck’s new album Life is…