Foundations of First Nations Administration
Developed to meet the unique needs of First Nation administrators, the Foundation of First Nation Administration course has been successfully offered in 2022 and 2023. To date, nineteen Band Managers/ Chief Administrative Officers have successfully completed the program. This program focuses on networking, building connections with other administrators and sharing experiences and resources amongst each other. This program surrounds key topics to First Nation Band Administration including the following:
OUR SPEAKERS
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR SESSIONS!
- Roles and Responsibilities of Administration and Chief and Council
- Planning Tools
- Self-Governance
- The Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act
- Housing plans
- Capital and Asset Management
- Lands, Taxation and Economic Development
- Contracts, Agreements and Proposals
- Financial Reporting and Agreements
- Finance Fundamentals
- Data Governance
- Records and Information Management
- Community Engagement
- Self-Care for Administrators
- Team Building and Coaching Skills
- Human Resources
- Internal Communications
- Policy and Change Management
- Emergency Management
- And more!
UPCOMING FFNA
Online via Zoom, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30am-12:00pm October 8 –December 5
With one full week in-person, Kelowna BC, October 21-25, 8:30am-4:30pm
Learn more about our upcoming FFNA offering!
TESTIMONIALS
“Listening to people in the same boat as me and same experiences as me gave me the courage to move forward with my passion”
“One of the things this course allowed me to do... is helping to rebuild that culture in our workplace”
“If we work together communicatively, we are in a much better position to improve not only our band administration but by extension of that the community in which we work”
CONGRATULATIONS!
Congratulations to the eight Band Administrators who completed the latest offering of FFNA:
Laurelee Bennett, CAO, Tsqescen First Nation (Canim Lake Band)
Merci Brown, CAO, Wei Wai Kum First Nation
Natasha Fountain, Band Manager, Lower Silmilkameen Indian Band
Sarah Green, Executive Coordinator/Band Manager, T’sil Kaz Koh First Nation
Jade Irwin, General Manager, Skin Tyee First Nation
Lori McClusky, Program Manager/Band Manager, T’sil Kaz Koh First Nation
Victoria White, Executive Director, Tseshaht First Nation
Robert Williams, Band Administrator, Skidegate Band Council
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Last call to register! Band Managers, CAOs, and Exec Directors—enhance your governance skills! FFNA starts this October! This 9-week hybrid course covers HR, Finance, and Economic Development. 🌟 Limited spots! Deadline: Oct 4th. 👉 Register: https://ow.ly/H6MT50TBMAA
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Today, September 30th, we observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We honor survivors and grieve the children lost to Residential Schools. Our offices are closed today and will reopen on October 1st. For support, call the IRSSS 24-hour crisis line: 1-866-925-4419.
Last chance to apply for the BC First Nations Public Service Scholarship! Up to $1,500 for Indigenous applicants. Apply by Oct 4, 2024! https://ow.ly/cCpN50Sc5Mp 🌟 #LGMA #Scholarship #ProfessionalGrowth #FirstNations
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🐦The early bird pricing deadline for First Nations - Local Government Land Use Planning Workshop is just days away! Sign up before October 1, 2024!
Learn more and sign up today 🌟https://ow.ly/a3N050Ts0FY
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📅 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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🌲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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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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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.
For those who need support, the IRSSS has a 24-hour crisis line available: 1-866-925-4419.
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🎓 Last Call: Apply for the BC First Nations Public Service Scholarship! 🎓
Only one week left to apply for this opportunity to advance your skills and support your community! Applications close on October 4, 2024—don’t miss out!
📌 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 applied to credit or non-credit programs at accredited post-secondary institutions! 📚
📝 Deadline: 4:30 PM, October 4, 2024
Successful candidates will be notified by December 13, 2024.
🔗 Apply Now: ow.ly/cCpN50Sc5Mp
📧 Questions? Email: office@lgma.ca
Seize this chance to elevate your career—apply before it's too late! 🌟 #LGMA #Scholarship #ProfessionalGrowth #FirstNations
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