Advancing First Nations Education in BC

The First Nations Education Steering Committee (FNESC) is a policy and advocacy organization that works under the direction of First Nations in British Columbia (BC) to advance quality education for First Nations learners.

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What’s New

  • May 5 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

    School Act Amendments Regional Workshops – Prince Rupert
  • May 12 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

    School Act Amendments Regional Workshops – Kelowna
  • May 15 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

    School Act Amendments Regional Workshops – Vancouver

First Nations Communities

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

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 public schools.

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 will be inviting workshop and exhibitor proposals beginning in early June, and you can find the latest conference news on our webpage.

FNESC Regional Sessions

Listening to Feedback from BC First Nations

Every year in the fall, FNESC reports out 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.

Publications

  • Education Jurisdiction Toolkit
  • BC First Peoples 12 Teacher Resource Guide
  • School Act Amendments
  • FNESC Annual Report
  • Opening Doors, Unlocking Potential: Helping Students Who Have Exceptionalities Transition to Adulthood – A Tool for First Nation Schools
  • A Field Guide to Empowering Students Through Learning on the Land and Water