The First Nations Education Steering Committee (FNESC) invites you to our annual Regional Sessions to learn about the work of FNESC and our partners and to discuss emerging topics in First Nations education. The sessions are an important opportunity for FNESC to seek direction from First Nations to advance quality education for First Nations.
Schedule
| Date | Location | Apply to Register |
| October 7-8, 2026 | Kamloops, Delta Hotel Kamloops | Application Link |
| October 14-15, 2026 | Prince Rupert, The Crest Hotel | Application Link |
| October 20-21, 2026 | Prince George, Courtyard by Marriott | Application Link |
| October 26-27, 2026 | Vancouver, Sheraton Wall Centre | Application Link |
| November 9-10, 2026 | Kelowna, Delta Hotels by Marriott Okanagan | Application Link |
| December 8-9, 2026 | Nanaimo, Vancouver Island Conference Centre (accomm. Courtyard by Marriott) |
Application Link |
Agenda Highlights
The Day 1 Regional Sessions agenda will focus on the BC Tripartite Education Agreement (BCTEA) Renewal and provide an overview of current student data. Agenda highlights will also include updates relating to the Declaration Act Action Plan, including Indigenous Education Councils, the First Nations Children and Youth in Care Protocol, First Nations Mandated Post-Secondary Institutes Act, and the recruitment and retention of First Nations teachers.
The Day 2 agenda will include post-secondary education, including the BC First Nations Tripartite Model; updates relevant to the work of First Nation schools, including First Nation school capital; and sharing about First Nations parents resources.
Eligibility
- Up to 2 representatives from each BC First Nation or Tribal Council (Days 1 & 2)
- 1 School District representative per district. Eligible participants are Superintendents, Indigenous Education Leads and Trustees. (Day 1 only)
Please note that the links above are an application for registration. Your registration is not confirmed until you receive a registration confirmation email. There will be a waitlist for additional participants. Maximum venue capacities apply. Participants are eligible to attend the session nearest to their community.
Travel
Travel is reimbursable for up to two representatives per BC First Nation (Band) or Tribal Council to attend their nearest session. See the sample travel claim (including policies).
Schedule
- Day 1: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Day 2: 9:00 am to 1:30 pm
Breakfast (8:00 am) and lunch are provided.
Hotel
Booking Details
October 7-8, 2026
Delta Hotel by Marriott Kamloops, 540 Victoria St, Kamloops, BC
- Room rate from $179+tax
- Reservations: Booking Link
Book by September 6, 2026 for the group rate.
October 14-15, 2026
The Crest Hotel, 222 1st Ave W, Prince Rupert, BC
- Room rate from $195+tax
- Reservations: Please call (250) 624-6771 and quote “FNESC Regional Sessions 2026” to make the reservation.
Book by September 22, 2026 for the group rate.
October 20-21, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Prince George, 900 Brunswick St, Prince George, BC
- Room rate from $169+tax
- Reservations: Booking Link
Book by September 25, 2026 for the group rate.
October 26-27, 2026
Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre, 1000 Burrard Street Vancouver, BC
- Room rate from $289+tax
- Reservations: Booking Link
Book by October 5, 2026 for the group rate.
November 9-10, 2026
Delta Hotels Grand Okanagan Resort, 1310 Water St, Kelowna, BC
- Room rate from $249+tax
- Reservations: Booking Link
Book by October 8, 2026 for the group rate.
December 8-9, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Nanaimo, 100 Gordon St, Nanaimo, BC
- Room rate from $169+tax
- Reservations: Booking Link
Book by November 7, 2026 for the group rate.
Health
Only registered participants are eligible to attend. Please stay home if you are feeling unwell.
Event Contact
Sachi Singh, Administrative Assistant, regionalsessions@fnesc.ca