First Nations Public Service Secretariat

6 days ago

🎓 Deadline Extended: Apply for the BC First Nations Public Service Scholarship! 🎓

Applications are now open until October 28, 2024. Submit your application for this opportunity to enhance your skills and contribute to your community!

📌 Scholarship Amount: Up to $1,500 (valid for 2 years)
📌 Eligibility: Indigenous applicants in non-elected roles with BC First Nations governments or organizations focused on governance & professional capacity development.

In partnership with the Local Government Management Association of British Columbia, this scholarship can be used for credit or non-credit programs at accredited post-secondary institutions!

📝 New Deadline: 4:30 PM, October 28, 2024
Successful candidates will be notified by December 13, 2024.

🔗 Apply Now: ow.ly/LBUw50TIekZ

📧 Questions? Email: office@lgma.ca

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First Nations Public Service Secretariat

6 days ago

📅 Join FNPSS on October 30th for a free, insightful workshop on succession planning in BC First Nations! Gain essential knowledge and tools to identify key roles, assess competencies, evaluate potential leaders, and develop effective succession plans.

In this virtual half-day session, you’ll learn how succession planning builds organizational capacity and ensures seamless leadership transitions. 🔑 Discover practical insights and strategies for your Nation’s success.

👉 For more details and to register, visit: ow.ly/L88N50THjq5

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First Nations Public Service Secretariat

1 week ago

🌲The First Nations - Local Government Land Use Planning Workshop is happening Nov. 12-14, 2024 in Campbell River.

🏨 Book your accommodations at Coast Discovery or the Comfort Inn to take advantage of special workshop room rates. Both hotels are centrally located and just a 10-15 minute walk to Thunderbird Hall. Discount codes can be found in the link in bio.

🤝 Learn more about land use frameworks and identify tools for developing shared land use practices.

📅 Registration closes October 30, 2024.

Learn more and sign up today 🌟https://ow.ly/Geci50Ts0T5

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First Nations Public Service Secretariat

2 weeks ago

Last chance to register! Band Managers, CAOs, and Executive Directors—are you ready to strengthen your skills in governance and administration? The Foundations of First Nations Administration (FFNA) is back starting this October. This 9-week hybrid course covers key topics like Human Resources, Financial Fundamentals, and Economic Development, with expert facilitators and inspiring keynote speakers.
Don’t miss your chance to build your skills and connect with other professionals!

🌟 Limited spots available! Registration deadline: October 4th

👉 Register now: ow.ly/ZNxw50TBMyW

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First Nations Public Service Secretariat

2 weeks ago

Today, September 30th, 2024, we recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

This day is to reflect on the trauma inflicted by Residential Schools, honour the survivors, and grieve the children who never returned to our communities. Our offices are closed today, and we will reopen on Tuesday, October 1st.

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