FNPSS connects community needs with resources and initiatives, often leveraging our partners and their strengths. These initiatives are meeting specific needs identified by individual First Nations through sharing of expertise, funding, and collaboration.
Institute of Public Administration of Canada - Volunteer Indigenous Policy Project
The VIP Project is an initiative that aims to match experienced policy expert volunteers from the Institute of Public Administration of Canada (IPAC) with First Nations with policy project needs. A key principle of the VIP Project is mutual and reciprocal learning; the IPAC expert will not perform the work for the community but will assist by sharing expertise. This approach achieves two goals: building capacity within the community while meeting a real policy need that the community might otherwise have hired a consultant to undertake.
The VIP Project is based on the success of the Transitional Governance Project implemented using this model in Lil’wat Nation. The Lil’wat Nation presented at the FNPSS 2019 Breaking Barriers – Building Connections conference, and you can hear them speak about their experience by watching the IPAC webinar.
In partnership with FNPSS, IPAC is piloting VIP Projects with BC First Nations communities and IPAC volunteer experts. There are three pilot projects currently underway:
First Nations Well Being Fund
The First Nations Well Being Fund supports First Nations in their efforts to promote well being, increase quality of life for all community members (both on and off reserve) and reduce poverty at the community and/or Nation level.
Collaborative Community-Federal Projects
As one initiative under the Strengthening Public Service Institutions Initiative, Collaborative Community-Federal Projects bring together community-identified needs and priorities with resources, expertise and training available in the federal government.
The objectives include:
- Building capacity and development opportunities for First Nations administrations based on their identified needs and priorities
- Building capacity and development opportunities for federal public servants around strengthening Indigenous awareness and cultural competencies
The first project underway is a collaboration between Musqueam First Nation and Statistics Canada. As Musqueam First Nation embarks on their third community census as part of their larger community planning process, Statistics Canada is supporting their work through training around data collection, management and analysis.
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Join us for a 2.5-day workshop designed to enhance collaboration between local governments and First Nations! Darcy Lindberg will be leading a session on the Declaration of Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA). Register now! https://ow.ly/jYiL50TVUWg
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Join us for a 2.5-day workshop designed to enhance collaboration between local governments and First Nations! Chief Ken Watts will be leading the 'Examples of Local Government & First Nations Partnerships in Land Use Planning' session. Register now! https://ow.ly/jYiL50TVUWg
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Join us for a 2.5-day workshop designed to enhance collaboration between local governments and First Nations! Dr. Aftab Erfan will lead 'Public Education and Engagement in the Face of Resistance to Change' https://ow.ly/jYiL50TVUWg
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Ron Mattiussi will be leading the Local Government Land Management session. https://ow.ly/jYiL50TVUWg
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Are you a planner or admin from Vancouver Island? Join our 2.5-day workshop on collaboration with First Nations, starting with Jenelle Greenway's workshop on Nov 12. Learn and register: https://ow.ly/W86a50TVUWK
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📢 Calling all First Nations administrators and senior managers!
Join our FREE & VIRTUAL Pre-Election Training for Administrators workshop!
📅 Dates: February 11-12, 2025
⏰ Time: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM PST
✅ Understand election challenges and gain essential solutions for a seamless transition!
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We’re thrilled to announce the upcoming 2025 Regional and Virtual Training Schedule! 📅 These sessions will offer a variety of workshops and courses tailored to meet the needs of First Nations leaders, administrators, and professionals. With a mix of in-person regional events and virtual learning opportunities, you can choose what works best for you!
Pre-Election Training for Administrators: February 11 - 12, 2025 (Virtual)
RIM Training Academy: April 2-3, 2025 (Virtual)
Policy Management Training Academy: April 29-May 1, 2025 (Virtual)
HR Management Training Academy: May 28-29, 2025 (In-Person, Vancouver)
Pre-Election Training for Leaders: Dates to be confirmed (In-Person, Prince George)
Post-Election Training for Leaders: Dates to be confirmed (In-Person, Prince George)
📢 Sign up now to receive notifications as soon as registration becomes available. Be the first to secure your spot and take advantage of these valuable learning experiences: landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/j1h3n9
Stay tuned for more details, including dates, locations, and topics. Let’s make 2025 a year of growth and connection! ✨
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The First Nations Public Service Secretariat and the Local Government Management Association of British Columbia are pleased to announce that the 2024 BC First Nations Public Service Scholarship recipient is Michael Vegh.
Michael is a member of Heiltsuk First Nation and is currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration in Sustainable Innovation.
On behalf of FNPSS, we would like to congratulate Michael and wish him every success for the future.
Next year’s BC First Nations Public Service Scholarship is accepting applications until October 15, 2025. To learn more and to apply: ow.ly/OZcc50UKKEa
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📢 Registration Now Open for 2025 Foundations of Professional Communications! 📢
The Foundations of Professional Communications for First Nations (FAPC 100) course is back this January, offering practical training tailored for First Nations communicators. Learn about communication planning, social media strategies, and more—plus earn 3 university credits through the Nicola Valley Institute of Technology (NVIT)!
Foundations of Professional Communications will be running from January 23 – March 20, 2025. The course will consist of weekly virtual sessions with four days of in-person learning (March 3–6) at NVIT’s Burnaby campus.
This course is offered at no-cost to participants.
Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your skills and make an impact in your community!
➡️ Register now: ow.ly/5UmY50UEJuq
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📢 Registration Now Open for 2025 Foundations of Professional Communications! *New Dates*📢
The Foundations of Professional Communications for First Nations (FAPC 100) course is back this January, and it’s better than ever! Designed for First Nations communicators, this training provides hands-on experience with communication planning, social media strategies, and more - plus the chance to earn 3 university credits through the Nicola Valley Institute of Technology (NVIT).
The course delivered real results in 2024, and we’re excited to share the highlights! From expanded social media strategies to hands-on communication planning, the course empowered participants to earn 3 university credits and strengthen practical skills they’re already applying in their communities. The 2024 outcomes report showcases how feedback from participants shaped key updates, ensuring the 2025 session will continue to adapt with the evolving needs of First Nations communicators. Curious about how this training could benefit you? Check out the report to learn more and join us for the next session launching on January 23, 2025.
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