The First Nations Education Steering Committee (FNESC) invites you to our annual Regional Sessions to learn about the activities of FNESC and our partners and to discuss emerging issues in First Nations education. The sessions represent a fundamental component of FNESC’s efforts to maintain accountability to First Nations in BC. At the sessions FNESC will be seeking direction from First Nations to inform our ongoing work.
Schedule and Registration
* Please register for the session that corresponds most closely with the location of your community to ensure that the information and discussions are relevant. If you are unable to attend the in-person session within your region, you may register for the virtual session.
| January 26-27, 2023 | Prince Rupert | The Crest Hotel | REGISTER |
| February 8-9, 2023 | Kamloops | Ramada Hotel | REGISTER |
| February 14-15, 2023 | Vancouver | Sheraton Vancouver Wall Center Hotel | REGISTER |
| February 16-17, 2023 | Nanaimo | The Grand Hotel Nanaimo | REGISTER |
| March 1-2, 2023 | Kelowna | Sandman Hotel & Suites Kelowna | REGISTER |
| March 6-7, 2023 | Prince George | Courtyard Prince George | REGISTER |
| April 18-19, 2023 | Virtual Session | A Zoom link will follow closer to the time | REGISTER |
In case more than the two representatives per school district or First Nation would like to attend, please use the Waitlist above. We will notify you closer to the time of the event if space is available.
* See hotel booking details below.
Who is eligible to attend?
Day 1 – Representatives from BC public school, school districts, First Nations schools, First Nations, and Tribal Councils may attend.
Day 2 – Representatives from BC First Nations schools, First Nations, and Tribal Councils may attend.
Participation is limited to two representatives per First Nation. Venue-specific maximum capacities will also apply.
Participation is limited to two representatives per First Nation and two representatives per school district. There will be a waitlist for additional participants. Venue-specific maximum capacities will also apply.
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Travel
Travel is reimbursable for up to two representatives per BC First Nation (Band) or Tribal Council to attend their nearest session. See a sample FNESC travel claim (including policies).
Schedule
Meeting 9:00 am to 4:00 pm each day. Breakfast (8:00 am) and lunch provided.
Hotel and Accommodation
Event Date: January 26-27, 2023
The Crest Hotel
222 1st Ave W, Prince Rupert, BC V8J 1A8
Rate: $170 +tax
Make a Reservation: 1-250-624-6771 quoting “FNESC Regional Session”
Booking Deadline: First Come, first served
Event Date: February 8-9, 2023
Ramada by Wyndham Kamloops
555 Columbia St W, Kamloops, BC V2C 1K7
Rate: $89 +tax
Make a Reservation: 1-250-374-0358 quoting “FNESC Regional Session”
Booking Deadline: First Come, first served
Event Date: February 14-15, 2023
Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre Hotel
1000 Burrard Street Vancouver, BC V6Z 2R9
Rate: $209 +tax
Make a Reservation: Booking Link or call 604-331-1000 quoting “FNESC Regional Session”
Booking Deadline: February 2, 2023
Event Date: February 16-17, 2023
The Grand Hotel Nanaimo
4898 Rutherford Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9T 4Z4
Rate: $135 +tax
Make a Reservation: 1-250-758-3000 quoting “FNESC Regional Session”
Booking Deadline: February 1, 2023
Event Date: March 1-2, 2023
Sandman Hotel & Suites Kelowna
2130 Harvey Ave, Kelowna, BC, V1Y 6G8
Rate: $120.80 +tax
Make a Reservation: 1-800-726-3626 quoting Block ID # “251786” or Block Code “2302FIRSTN”.
Booking Deadline: February 9, 2023
Event Date: March 6-7, 2023
Courtyard by Marriott
900 Brunswick Street, Prince George, BC V2L 2C3
Rate: $135 +tax
Make a Reservation: 1-250-596-6274 quoting “FNESC Regional Session”
Booking Deadline: February 5, 2023
Health and Safety
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
Arden Doxen, Administrative Assistant, FNESC, ardend@fnesc.ca