The First Nations Education Steering Committee (FNESC) is pleased to announce its 2023-24 Post-Secondary Education (PSE) Coordinator Workshops. These workshops are intended to support professional development for PSE Coordinators and engagement with First Nations on key post-secondary initiatives. These full-day, in-person workshops are offered regionally to ensure that the unique perspectives and challenges of each region continue to be reflected in discussions. 

Registration

LocationDateRegistration
Prince RupertSeptember 20, 2023          Registration closed
NanaimoSeptember 27, 2023Registration closed
KelownaOctober 11, 2023REGISTER
VancouverOctober 17, 2023REGISTER
Prince GeorgeOctober 19, 2023REGISTER

Eligibility

Participation is limited to one representative per First Nation or Tribal Council. Venue-specific maximum capacities also apply.

Travel

Travel is reimbursable for one representative per BC First Nation (Band) or Tribal Council to attend their nearest session. See link to the sample travel claim (including policies).

Accommodation

Crest Hotel

222 1st Ave W, Prince Rupert

Room rate: from $205+tax. Rooms are available first come, first served, at the prevailing government rate.

Booking deadline has passed.

Courtyard by Marriott Nanaimo

100 Gordon Street, Nanaimo

Room rate: from $209+tax

Booking deadline has passed. For booking inquiries, please contact the Courtyard by Marriott Nanaimo at 1-250-824-2705.

Delta Hotels by Marriott Okanagan Resort

1310 Water Street, Kelowna

Room rate: from $339+tax

Booking deadline has passed. For booking inquiries, please contact the Delta Hotels at 1-888-236-2427.

Pinnacle Harbourfront Hotel

1133 W. Hastings Street, Vancouver

Room rate: from $269+tax

Booking Link

* Booking is extended until September 25, 2023. For booking inquiries, please contact the Pinnacle Harbourfront Hotel at 1-844-337-3118.

Courtyard Prince George

900 Brunswick Street, Prince George

Room rate: from $159+tax

Booking deadline has passed. For booking inquiries, please contact the Courtyard Prince George at 1-250-596-6274.

Schedule

Meeting 9:00 am – 4:00 pm daily. Breakfast (8:30 am) and lunch (12:00pm) are provided.

Health Protocols

Please 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.

Event Contact

Cathy Zhang, Administrative Assistant
pseadmin@fnesc.ca
604-925-6087