Aboriginal Peoples

The following links provide information for the preservation and celebration of Aboriginal peoples’ culture.

Please note that the Province of British Columbia is not responsible for the material and/or content presented on any non-provincial government site listed below.

Resources

Aboriginal Research Pilot Program Grants
Facilitates research by and with aboriginal scholars and aboriginal communities on issues and topics relevant to Canada’s Aboriginal Peoples, such as, but not limited to, urban issues, economic development, the environment, education, research ethics, intellectual and cultural property, traditional aboriginal knowledge, aboriginal knowledge systems, languages and cultures, and international aboriginal communities.
http://www.sshrc-crsh.gc.ca/site/apply-demande/...

BC Archives
Provides research access to records of enduring value to the province for both the provincial government and public researchers.
http://www.bcarchives.bc.ca

CommunityFutures.com
Lists over 200 community programs that are searchable by category, sector, and organization. These pages provide information on sources of funding and support primarily for social, economic, and environmental community development initiatives in rural areas, however the programs are not necessarily exclusive to rural.
http://www.communityfutures.com/cms/Funding_Sources.2.0.html

First Peoples’ Heritage, Language and Culture Council
Assists B.C. First Nations in their efforts to revitalize their languages, arts and cultures.
http://www.fphlcc.ca

Indian and Northern Affairs Canada
Supports Aboriginal people (First Nations, Inuit and Métis) and Northerners in their efforts to improve social well-being and economic prosperity; develop healthier, more sustainable communities; and participate more fully in Canada’s political, social and economic development—to the benefit of all Canadians.
http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/index-eng.asp