Advancing First Nations Education in BC

The First Nations Education Steering Committee (FNESC) is a policy and advocacy organization that represents and works on behalf of First Nations in British Columbia in respect of education matters.

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What’s New

  • December 4 @ 9:00 am - December 5 @ 4:00 am

    FNESC Conference 2026
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First Nations Communities

Connect to resources that can support your First Nation with education advocacy or administration.

Parents & Families

Learn about resources like the First Nations Parents Club and publications designed to support families.

School Districts

Explore resources intended to support First Nations students attending BC public K-12 schools.

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ANNUAL CONFERENCE

Mark your calendars for the FNESC Education Conference,
December 3-5, 2026 in Vancouver

FNESC is preparing for our largest event of the year, the annual FNESC Education Conference. We are reviewing workshop and exhibitor proposals. You can find the latest conference news on our webpage.

FNESC Regional Sessions

Every year, FNESC reports on First Nations education issues at a series of meetings known as Regional Sessions. These sessions offer an opportunity for participants to discuss emerging priorities and identify ways to better support First Nations learners – wherever they attend school in BC.

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Publications

  • FNESC Annual Report
  • Cover of Proposed Topics for Indigenous Education Councils in BC Public Schools
    Proposed Topics for Indigenous Education Councils in BC Public Schools
  • Cover of the Education Jurisdiction Toolkit, 2025
    Education Jurisdiction Toolkit
  • Cover of the Toolkit for First Nations Parents and Families
    Toolkit for First Nations Parents and Families
  • Cover of A Field Guide to Empowering Students Through Learning on the Land and Water
    A Field Guide to Empowering Students Through Learning on the Land and Water
  • Cover of the School Act Amendments resource
    School Act Amendments