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SUMMARY:FNESC Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Current FNESC Board of Directors representatives will be invited to attend with an email invitation containing a registration link. To change your community’s FNESC Board representative or update your contact details\, please see the procedures on the Membership page. \nContact us for more information about the following board meetings.
URL:https://dev.fnesc.ca-nexcess.developmentwebsite.ca/event/fnesc-board-meeting/
LOCATION:Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront\, 1133 W Hastings St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6E 3T3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Board
ORGANIZER;CN="FNESC":MAILTO:bctea@fnesc.ca.
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SUMMARY:DRIPA Implementation Regional Meeting - Vancouver
DESCRIPTION:First Nation Schools of Choice\, Model LEA and Indigenous Education Councils\nThe First Nations Education Steering Committee (FNESC) invites you to the upcoming Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA) Implementation Regional Meetings. \nThe focus of these meetings will be to provide First Nations with updates regarding new policy and legislation related to First Nation Schools of Choice\, the Model Local Education Agreement (LEA)\, and implementation of Indigenous Education Councils. It will also provide an opportunity for First Nations to discuss how the School Act Amendments are being implemented and to review a draft of the new Local Education Agreement Handbook. \nFirst Nations will be able to connect with other First Nations through shared experiences and ensure that the implementation of the amendments is effectively underway. \nAgenda Highlights\n\nA review of the draft LEA Handbook including template correspondence and other resources to support the effective implementation of a Local Education Agreement between a First Nation and a School District.\nDiscussions over the implementation of First Nation Schools of Choice and Indigenous Education Councils.\nConversation about current information-sharing practices between school districts and First Nations.\nLatest updates on the Indigenous Education Targeted Funds Policy and the Indigenous Education Council Capacity Funding.\n\nEligibility\nParticipation is limited to two representatives per BC First Nation/Tribal Council (e.g.\, Education Coordinator\, FNESC Board member\, Chief). Maximum venue capacities apply. \nRegister for this Event
URL:https://dev.fnesc.ca-nexcess.developmentwebsite.ca/event/dripa-implementation-regional-meeting-vancouver/
LOCATION:The Sutton Place Hotel\, 845 Burrard St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6Z 2K6\, Canada
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SUMMARY:FNSA Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:The First Nations Schools Association (FNSA) invites First Nations schools to save the date for the FNSA Conference 2025\, Cultivating Cultures of Success. Together\, we will explore a wide range of effective practices in classroom instruction\, school administration\, and key areas of professional growth. Principals and Authorized Representatives will be given advance notice before conference registration opens. \nFor details\, please find the program below. Workshop descriptions can be found in the program. \nSee the ProgramDavid A. Robertson\nTwo-Time Governor General’s Literary Award Winner\nDavid A. Robertson is a two-time Governor General’s Literary Award winner who has won the TD Canadian Children’s Literature Award and the Writer’s Union of Canada Freedom to Read Award. He has received several other accolades for his work as a writer for children and adults\, podcaster\, public speaker\, and social advocate. In 2023\, he was honoured by the University of Manitoba with a Doctor of Letters for outstanding contributions to the arts and distinguished achievements. David is a member of Norway House Cree Nation and he lives in Winnipeg. \nBrandi Morin\nIndigenous Author\, Journalist and Survivor of the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Crisis\nBrandi Morin is an acclaimed Cree/Iroquois/French journalist from Treaty 6 territory in Alberta who has dedicated over a decade to amplifying Indigenous voices and shedding light on crucial stories that have advanced change and reconciliation in Canada. Known for her clear-eyed and empathetic reporting\, Brandi brings a unique perspective to her work as a survivor of the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls crisis. \n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nRegistration opens Wednesday\, March 12\, 2025\, at 12:00 pm.\nRegistration is on a first-come\, first-served basis.\n\nUntil Monday\, March 17\, 12:00 pm schools can register a maximum of 10 people. This includes the schools’ FNSA Authorized Representative and principal. On the registration form there will be a dropdown with school names. Your school name will continue to appear until all 10 spots are filled.\nAfter March 17\, 12:00 pm\, there is no limit on the number of people a school can register.\nRegistration will close when we reach overall capacity.\n\n\nWhen you register\, you will receive an automatic email acknowledging registration. To cancel or make workshop changes\, please use the link at the bottom of that email to request those changes or contact conference@fnesc.ca.\nPayment options:\n\nSchools will be automatically invoiced starting late March.\nAlternatively\, payment may be made by credit card during online registration or by phoning in payment to CivicInfo at 250-383-4898 after registering.\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister HerePolicies\n\nPayment must be received by April 30\, 2025\, or the registration may be cancelled.\nCancellation policy: Full refunds up to and including April 30\, 2025; no refunds after. Substitutions allowed.\n\nRegistration Rate\n\nRegular Registrants: $450\nFNSA Authorized Representatives – with code (max one per school): $250\n\nSupport\nFor registration questions\, please contact conference@fnesc.ca. \nAccomodation\nMain Venue\n\nThe Westin Bayshore Hotel\, 1601 Bayshore Drive\, Vancouver\nRooms from $349+tx\nBook by Monday\, April 7\, 2025\, for the negotiated rate.\nHow to book: Booking link or Phone (604) 682-3377 and quote ‘FNSA Conference’\n\nOverflow Block\n\n\n\n\nIf the main venue fills to capacity\, we recommend booking at the following nearby hotel. \n\nPinnacle Hotel Harbourfront\, 1133 West Hastings Street\, Vancouver\nRooms from $329+tx\nBook by Monday\, April 7\, 2025\, for the negotiated rate.\nHow to book: Booking link or Phone 604-689-9211 and quote ‘FNSA Conference\n\n\n\n\n\nSharing Table\nSchools are invited to bring flyers/brochures about resources of interest to BC First Nations schools for our Sharing Table. Please drop off your items at the Information and Directions station in the foyer when you arrive at the conference. \nHealth\nPlease stay home if you are feeling unwell. Only registered participants are eligible to attend. Family and friends cannot attend the event at any time\, including for meals. The decision to attend in-person events is a personal one and it should be made in consideration of your individual risk factors and vulnerabilities. \nMeals\nBuffet breakfasts and lunches with a variety of food options will be offered. Please indicate any special dietary needs or severe allergies on your registration form. \nPhotography & Filming\nThis is a public event where photography and videorecording will take place. The images and recordings will be used by FNSA and FNESC for promotional purposes. In case of questions\, please contact conference@fnesc.ca. \nSchedule\nFriday\, May 9Saturday\, May 10Friday\, May 9\n7:30 AM        Registration & Breakfast\n7:45 AM        Breakfast\n8:50 AM        Traditional Welcome by Chamiya Janis Campbell\, Squamish and Musqueam Nations\n9:00 AM        Opening Remarks\n9:10 AM        Student Cultural Performance by Squiala Elementary and Secondary School\n9:30 AM        Keynote Address by David A. Robertson\n10:30 AM      Break\n11:00 AM      Workshop Session 1\n12:30 PM      Lunch\n1:45 PM        Workshop Session 2\n3:15 PM        End of the day \n*Workshop descriptions can be found in the program. \nSaturday\, May 10\n7:45 AM        Registration & Breakfast\n8:45 AM        Opening of the Day and Recognition of the FNSA Board\n9:10 AM        Keynote Address by Brandi Morin\n10:10 AM      Break\n10:30 AM      Workshop Session 3\n12:00 PM      Lunch\n1:00 PM        Workshop Session 4\n2:30 PM        Break\n2:45 PM        Door Prizes and Reflections\n3:15 PM        End of the Day \n*Workshop descriptions can be found in the program. \nExhibitors\nThank you to those who have applied to exhibit at the conference. The exhibitor application period has now ended and applications are no longer being accepted. \nExhibitor AgreementExhibitor Information
URL:https://dev.fnesc.ca-nexcess.developmentwebsite.ca/event/fnsa-conference-2025/
LOCATION:Westin Bayshore Hotel\, 1601 Bayshore Dr.\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6G 2V4\, Canada
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SUMMARY:DRIPA Implementation Regional Meeting - Kamloops
DESCRIPTION:First Nation Schools of Choice\, Model LEA and Indigenous Education Councils\nThe First Nations Education Steering Committee (FNESC) invites you to the upcoming Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA) Implementation Regional Meetings. \nThe focus of these meetings will be to provide First Nations with updates regarding new policy and legislation related to First Nation Schools of Choice\, the Model Local Education Agreement (LEA)\, and implementation of Indigenous Education Councils. It will also provide an opportunity for First Nations to discuss how the School Act Amendments are being implemented and to review a draft of the new Local Education Agreement Handbook. \nFirst Nations will be able to connect with other First Nations through shared experiences and ensure that the implementation of the amendments is effectively underway. \nAgenda Highlights\n\nA review of the draft LEA Handbook including template correspondence and other resources to support the effective implementation of a Local Education Agreement between a First Nation and a School District.\nDiscussions over the implementation of First Nation Schools of Choice and Indigenous Education Councils.\nConversation about current information-sharing practices between school districts and First Nations.\nLatest updates on the Indigenous Education Targeted Funds Policy and the Indigenous Education Council Capacity Funding.\n\nEligibility\nParticipation is limited to two representatives per BC First Nation/Tribal Council (e.g.\, Education Coordinator\, FNESC Board member\, Chief). Maximum venue capacities apply. \nRegister for this Event
URL:https://dev.fnesc.ca-nexcess.developmentwebsite.ca/event/dripa-implementation-regional-meeting-kamloops/
LOCATION:Delta Hotel by Marriot\, 540 Victoria St\, Kamloops\, BC\, V2C 2B2\, Canada
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