Welcome
Welcome to the FNPSS COVID-19 Information and Resource page.
As BC First Nation communities and individuals confront and manage the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, access to accurate information from multiple sources in a timely manner is essential. On this page you will find links to information related to health, financial supports, and emergency response resources gathered from various trusted First Nation and government organizations.
At a Glance - Coordinated Response to COVID-19 Pandemic in BC
FNPSS Webinars and Mentorship
FNPSS also hosts free webinars which cover a variety of topics in relation to the COVID-19 response in BC First Nation communities. To register for upcoming webinars and to view recordings of past webinars, visit here.
*NEW INFORMATION POSTED*
*UPDATED* & *NEW* FNPSS and BCFC COVID 19 AT-A-GLANCE Resources
New:
- "Resources for BC First Nation Post-Secondary Students" (date posted: 5/22/2020)
- "Food Security for BC First Nation Communities" (date posted: 5/22/2020)
Updated:
- Support Options for Economic Development Corporations and Indigenous Businesses (source: AFOA) (date posted: 5/29/2020)
- "Housing Resources for BC First Nation Individuals" (date posted: 5/22/2020)
- "Resources for All BC First Nation Individuals" (date posted: 5/22/2020)
- "Benefits and Personal Tax Returns for BC First Nations" (date posted: 5/22/2020)
Health and Prevention of COVID-19
First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) plays a role within the provincial emergency management structure by providing health and wellness services to support BC First Nation communities. For COVID-19 response, FNHA (in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, Office of the Provincial Health Officer and Regional Health Authorities) supports communities through direct coordination of response to medical and health-related requests.
Prevention/Awareness Resources
- Information on the COVID-19 Pandemic (source: FNHA)
- First Nations Leadership Council COVID-19 Resources
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Indigenous communities (source: ISC)
- COVID-19 Health Information (source: BC CDC)
- Provincial Health Officer’s orders and notices (source: Prov of BC)
- COVID-19 BC Support App and Self-Assessment Tool (source: Prov of BC)
- Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) (source: GoC)
- Printable factsheets and posters (source: GoC)
- Public service announcements about COVID-19 (source: ISC)
- Video – Physical distancing: Stop the spread of COVID-19 in Indigenous communities (source: ISC)
- Video – Keep it clean: Stop the spread of COIVD-19 in Indigenous communities (source: ISC)
- Video – Video: Physical distancing works (source: GoC)
- COVID-19 Safety Plan (source: Workplace BC)
Health Care
- First Nations Virtual Doctor of the Day (source: FNHA)
Mental Health
- Mental wellness and cultural supports available during the pandemic (source: FNHA)
- KUU-US Crisis Services / 1-800-588-8717
Adult/Elder: 1-250-723-4050
Child/Youth: 1-250-723-2040 - Hope for Wellness / 1-855-242-3310
Contact Information
For general inquiries: COVID19@fnha.ca
For FNHA and community health care providers (CHNs, HD, etc.) or CDE planning questions: CDMgmt@fnha.ca
Personal Protective Equipment: COVID19needs@fnha.ca
For individual health care and COVID-19 questions call 8-1-1 or primary care provider.
Financial Supports and Benefits
FNPSS and BCFC COVID-19 AT-A-GLANCE
In partnership with the BC Federal Council, FNPSS has created a series of informational one-pagers that outline useful supports and resources available on key topics related to COVID-19. Please share them with your organizations and communities.
COVID-19 AT A GLANCE – Housing Resources for BC First Nation Individuals,
May 15
COVID-19 AT A GLANCE – Resources for all BC First Nation Individuals,
May 15
COVID-19 AT A GLANCE – Benefits & Personal Tax Returns for BC First Nations,
May 15
COVID-19 AT A GLANCE – Resources for BC First Nation Post-Secondary Students,
May 15
COVID-19 AT A GLANCE – Food Security for BC First Nation Communities, May 20
General Support and Information
- Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan (source: GoC)
- COVID-19: Information for First Nations and Indigenous Peoples in B.C. (source: Prov of BC)
- COVID-19 Provincial Support and Information (source: Prov of BC)
- Accessing financial benefits and support during the COVID-19 outbreak (source: ISC)
- Summary of Publicly-Available Information on Federal and Provincial COVID-19 Supports (source: BC Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction)
- First Nations Leadership Council COVID-19 Resources
- COVID-19 Economic Response Plan - For Individuals (source: CRA)
- COVID-19 Measures to Help Canadians (source: CRA)
Support for First Nations Organizations and Communities
- Support for Indigenous organizations and communities (source: ISC)
- COVID-19: First Nations Community Guide on Accessing Additional Supports (source: ISC)
- BC First Nations Community Guide for Additional Supports Needed (source: FNHA)
- COVID-19 Information for Community Leaders (source: FNHA)
Support for First Nations Individuals
- Support for Indigenous individuals (source: ISC)
- Resources for All BC Individuals (source: FNPSS)
- Detailed CERB and EI Info (source: Service Canada)
- Service Canada Programs and Services
- Service Canada Programs and Services - for seniors
- Service Canada Programs and Services - for youth
- Tax Guides (source: CRA)
- COVID-19 Economic Response Plan - For Individuals (source: CRA)
Support for First Nations Businesses
Contact Information
Service Canada (including a special number for those who have do not have access to the internet)
Non-health related information and services (Province of BC): 1-888-COVID-19
Non-health related questions and requests (ISC BC Region): aadnc.iscbccovid19.aandc@canada.ca / 604-209-9709
Income Assistance (ISC BC Region): aadnc.tsdbsoutien-bsdwsupport-bc.aandc@canada.ca / 1-888-440-4080
Updates from Indigenous Services Canada
ISC BC Region is supporting First Nations on-reserve in coronavirus response through a number of programs and services, including the Emergency Management Assistance Program and Income Assistance. The department will also play a role in delivering distinction-based funding as announced by the Prime Minister.
ISC BC Region Updates
- Update #46 - May 29
- Update #45 - May 27
- Update #44 - May 25
- May 11-22 Updates: #39, #40, #41, #42, #43
- May 4-8 Updates: #34, #35, #36, #37, #38
- April 27 – May 1 Updates: #29, #30, #31, #32, #33
- April 20-24 Updates: #24, #25, #26, #27, #28
- April 14-17 Updates: #20, #21, #22, #23
- April 6-9 Updates: #16, #17, #18, #19
- March 30 – April 3 Updates: #11, #12, #13, #14, #15
- March 23-27 Updates: #6, #7, #8, #9, #10
- March 14-20 Updates: #1, #2, #3, #4, #5
ISC Contact Information
Non-health related questions and requests: aadnc.iscbccovid19.aandc@canada.ca / 604-209-9709
Income Assistance: aadnc.tsdbsoutien-bsdwsupport-bc.aandc@canada.ca / 1-888-440-4080
Emergency Management Assistance Program: bcaandc.do@canada.ca
Lands and Economic Development: See PDF
Emergency Response
Emergency Management BC (EMBC) is the Province’s lead coordinating agency for emergency response to non-health related needs of COVID-19 impacts. This work is done in collaboration with local governments, First Nations, provincial and federal departments, industry, non-government organizations and volunteers. They also host regular regional coordination calls, which First Nations are invited to join. EMBC Regional Operations offices will function as universal entry for Indigenous communities seeking supports.
Resources
Emergency Management Assistance Program (source: ISC)
Contact Information
Emergency Management Assistance Program (ISC BC Region): bcaandc.do@canada.ca