BC Gov News

Scott Fraser, Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation, has released the following statement in recognition of the fifth anniversary of the landmark Tsilhqot'in Decision:

The Province is supporting Indigenous communities and organizations to end gender-based violence through 48 unique community-driven projects that support, teach and celebrate Indigenous women throughout B.C.

The BC Assembly of First Nations (BCAFN) will continue development and implementation of its economic development strategy, supported by $2.24 million in provincial funding over the next two years.

More than 65 years after their lands were flooded to make way for the creation of the Nechako Reservoir, the Cheslatta Carrier Nation have signed agreements with the Province of British Columbia that provide restitution and redress for impacts suffered by their community and their peoples.

The Tsawwassen First Nation (TFN) and the provincial government marked the 10th anniversary of the Tsawwassen First Nation Treaty Effective Date by displaying the Nation’s flag inside the B.C. Parliament Buildings.

The Maa-nulth First Nations and the Government of B.C. marked the eighth anniversary of the Maa-nulth Treaty effective date with a flag ceremony at the Parliament Buildings.

Kitsumkalum First Nation and its members will share directly in the benefits of liquefied natural gas (LNG) development on B.C.’s north coast after reaching two agreements with the Province.

Gitxaala First Nation and its members will share directly in the benefits of liquefied natural gas (LNG) development on B.C.’s north coast after signing two agreements with the Province.