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The British Columbia Treaty Commission acknowledges Indigenous peoples and First Nations traditional territories in BC. Our office is located on the traditional territory of the Xʷməθkʷəy̓ əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səl ̓ilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples.

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Vancouver BC, V6E 3V6
604-482-9200 | Toll Free: 1-855-482-9200

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To make a request for information, email us at info@bctreaty.ca. 

To schedule a presentation or interview with the BC Treaty Commission, email us at communications@bctreaty.ca.

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To make a formal Access to Information Request, the Access to Information and Personal Information Online Request Service offers a convenient method to request new and obtain previously released information.

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For the BC Treaty Commission 2021 – 2022 Annual Report on the Access to Information Act, click here.

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Clifford White

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Angela Wesley

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Today, the BC Treaty Commission celebrates the Nisg̱a’a Treaty, and how it reshaped the relationship between the Nisga’a Nation, the Government of BC, and the Government of Canada!

23 years later, an additional 7 treaties have begun to be implemented across the province. We congratulate the three Parties on the strength of their relationship, and pause to remember the leaders, ancestors, and Elders who made this journey possible.

#BCPoli #CdnPoli #Nisgaa #ModernTreaties

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Today, the BC Treaty Commission celebrates the Nisg̱a’a Treaty, and how it reshaped the relationship between the Nisga’a Nation, the Government of BC, and the Government of Canada! 

23 years later, an additional 7 treaties have begun to be implemented across the province. We congratulate the three Parties on the strength of their relationship, and pause to remember the leaders, ancestors, and Elders who made this journey possible. 

#BCPoli #CdnPoli #Nisgaa #ModernTreaties

As we celebrate the 7th anniversary of the Tla`amin Treaty today, we congratulate Tla`amin Nation, the Government of BC, and the Government of Canada on their new relationship!

History continues to be made throughout the province, and we encourage you to continue learning about the different treaties, agreements, and arrangements being negotiated throughout BC.

#ModernTreaties #Reconciliation #BCPoli #CdnPoli #PowellRiver

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As we celebrate the 7th anniversary of the Tla'amin Treaty today, we congratulate Tla'amin Nation, the Government of BC, and the Government of Canada on their new relationship!

History continues to be made throughout the province, and we encourage you to continue learning about the different treaties, agreements, and arrangements being negotiated throughout BC. 

#ModernTreaties #Reconciliation #BCPoli #CdnPoli #PowellRiver

Today, on the 14th anniversary of the Tsawwassen Treaty, we celebrate the new relationship between Tsawwassen First Nation, the Government of BC, and the Government of Canada!

#ModernTreaties #Reconciliation #BCPoli #CdnPoli

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Today, on the 14th anniversary of the Tsawwassen Treaty, we celebrate the new relationship between Tsawwassen First Nation, the Government of BC, and the Government of Canada!

#ModernTreaties #Reconciliation #BCPoli #CdnPoli

Today is the 12th anniversary of the Maa-nulth Treaty!

The BC Treaty Commission holds up the Maa-nulth First Nations (Huu‑ay‑aht First Nations, Ka:’yu:’k’t’h’/Che:k’tles7et’h’ First Nation, Toquaht Nation, Uchucklesaht Tribe, Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ First Nation [Ucluelet]), the Government of British Columbia, and the Government of Canada in celebration of their new relationship.

We invite you to join us in observing this important day!

#ModernTreaties #Reconciliation #BCPoli #CdnPoli

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Today is the 12th anniversary of the Maa-nulth Treaty!

The BC Treaty Commission holds up the Maa-nulth First Nations (Huu‑ay‑aht First Nations, Ka:’yu:’k’t’h’/Che:k’tles7et’h’ First Nation, Toquaht Nation, Uchucklesaht Tribe, Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ First Nation [Ucluelet]), the Government of British Columbia, and the Government of Canada in celebration of their new relationship. 

We invite you to join us in observing this important day!

#ModernTreaties #Reconciliation #BCPoli #CdnPoli

Last year, on March 30, 2022, the Government of BC shared the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People Act (Declaration Act) Action Plan.
The plan details 89 priority actions to be undertaken through a whole-of-government approach and emphasizes the distinct and unique relationship between the Province of British Columbia and the eight Modern Treaty Nations.
On page 5 of the plan, the Province states:
“As part of the continued work under the action plan, the Province has entered into a government-to-government Shared Priorities Framework with modern treaty nations with the goal of renewing its commitment to timely, effective and fully resourced implementation of modern treaties. The framework will address three broad outcomes:
▪️Comprehensive organizational and policy changes in the public service to ensure timely, effective, fully resourced whole-of-government approach to treaty implementation;
▪️Appropriate fiscal arrangements to fulfill treaty rights and obligations;
▪️Meaningful involvement of modern treaty nations in legislative and policy initiatives.

Progress of the Declaration Act and action plan will be publicly shared in an annual report, prepared in consultation with Indigenous Peoples and submitted to the BC Legislature by June 30 of each year.

To read the plan, visit the link on our profile.
#BCPoli #CdnPoli #ModernTreaties

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Last year, on March 30, 2022, the Government of BC shared the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People Act (Declaration Act) Action Plan. 
The plan details 89 priority actions to be undertaken through a whole-of-government approach and emphasizes the distinct and unique relationship between the Province of British Columbia and the eight Modern Treaty Nations.
On page 5 of the plan, the Province states: 
“As part of the continued work under the action plan, the Province has entered into a government-to-government Shared Priorities Framework with modern treaty nations with the goal of renewing its commitment to timely, effective and fully resourced implementation of modern treaties. The framework will address three broad outcomes:
▪️Comprehensive organizational and policy changes in the public service to ensure timely, effective, fully resourced whole-of-government approach to treaty implementation;
▪️Appropriate fiscal arrangements to fulfill treaty rights and obligations;
▪️Meaningful involvement of modern treaty nations in legislative and policy initiatives. 

Progress of the Declaration Act and action plan will be publicly shared in an annual report, prepared in consultation with Indigenous Peoples and submitted to the BC Legislature by June 30 of each year. 

To read the plan, visit the link on our profile. 
#BCPoli #CdnPoli #ModernTreaties

Sign up for the BCTC newsletter to stay up to date!⁠
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The BC Treaty Commission is mandated to educate the public and provide information about treaties, the negotiations process, and relevant legislation and policies.⁠
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Visit the link on our profile or visit bctreaty.ca to sign up!⁠
#BCPoli #CdnPoli #ModernTreaties⁠

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Sign up for the BCTC newsletter to stay up to date!⁠
⁠
The BC Treaty Commission is mandated to educate the public and provide information about treaties, the negotiations process, and relevant legislation and policies.⁠
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Visit the link on our profile or visit bctreaty.ca to sign up!⁠
#BCPoli #CdnPoli #ModernTreaties⁠

The BC Treaty Commission commends the Government of Canada for committing to the advancement of modern treaties through the development and implementation of Canada`s Collaborative Treaty Implementation Policy. ⁠
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The purpose of the Policy is to “ support the full, effective, and timely implementation of all current and future Modern Treaties in Canada, with the specific goal of advancing a systemic shift in institutional culture.” ⁠
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The Policy was announced at the Land Claims Agreement Coalition conference (LCAC), with LCAC Co-Chairs Eva Clayton, President, Nisga’a Nation; Aluki Kotierk, President, Nunavut Tunngavik Inc.; and the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown–Indigenous Relations. (left to right.)⁠
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To learn more, visit the link on our profile.⁠
#BCPoli #CdnPoli #ModernTreaties⁠

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The BC Treaty Commission commends the Government of Canada for committing to the advancement of modern treaties through the development and implementation of Canada's Collaborative Treaty Implementation Policy. ⁠
⁠
The purpose of the Policy is to “ support the full, effective, and timely implementation of all current and future Modern Treaties in Canada, with the specific goal of advancing a systemic shift in institutional culture.” ⁠
⁠
The Policy was announced at the Land Claims Agreement Coalition conference (LCAC), with LCAC Co-Chairs Eva Clayton, President, Nisga’a Nation; Aluki Kotierk, President, Nunavut Tunngavik Inc.; and the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown–Indigenous Relations. (left to right.)⁠
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To learn more, visit the link on our profile.⁠
#BCPoli #CdnPoli #ModernTreaties⁠

Today’s #TreatyTalk, focuses on the B.C treaty negotiations process.

In 1991, the B.C. Claims Task Force published a report with 19 specific recommendations to address the “land question” in the province. These recommendations included the creation of a Made-in-BC negotiations process.

Watch our #TreatyTalk video to learn more!

#ModernTreaties #Reconciliation #BCPoli #CdnPoli #Treaty

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Today’s #TreatyTalk, focuses on the B.C treaty negotiations process. 

In 1991, the B.C. Claims Task Force published a report with 19 specific recommendations to address the “land question” in the province. These recommendations included the creation of a Made-in-BC negotiations process. 

Watch our #TreatyTalk video to learn more! 

#ModernTreaties #Reconciliation #BCPoli #CdnPoli #Treaty

As we look back on 2022, we express deep gratitude for the individuals who worked tirelessly to support their communities, their neigbours and their fellow British Columbians.

It is this spirit of collaborative work that allows us all to prosper.

Wishing you and your loved ones a happy and healthy holiday season!

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As we look back on 2022, we express deep gratitude for the individuals who worked tirelessly to support their communities, their neigbours and their fellow British Columbians.

It is this spirit of collaborative work that allows us all to prosper.

Wishing you and your loved ones a happy and healthy holiday season!

The BC Treaty Commission congratulates the
Stswecem`c Xget`tem First Nation (SXFN) and the Province on a unique transfer of land, licenses, and transition support.

Learn more about this achievement: link in bio.

#BCPoli #CdnPoli #moderntreaties

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The BC Treaty Commission congratulates the 
Stswecem'c Xget'tem First Nation (SXFN) and the Province on a unique transfer of land, licenses, and transition support.

Learn more about this achievement: link in bio. 

#BCPoli #CdnPoli #moderntreaties

Today’s #TreatyTalk, highlights the Delgamuukw v. British Columbia Supreme Court of Canada decision.

December 11th will mark the 25th anniversary of the Delgamuukw decision, which fundamentally transformed the understanding of Aboriginal rights and title. Since the decision, there has been progress in modern treaty negotiations, Indigenous self-governance, and sovereignty.

We invite all Canadians to learn more and advance reconciliation.

#ModernTreaties #Reconciliation #CdnPoli #BCPoli #IndigenousRights

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Today’s #TreatyTalk, highlights the Delgamuukw v. British Columbia Supreme Court of Canada decision.

December 11th will mark the 25th anniversary of the Delgamuukw decision, which fundamentally transformed the understanding of Aboriginal rights and title. Since the decision, there has been progress in modern treaty negotiations, Indigenous self-governance, and sovereignty. 

We invite all Canadians to learn more and advance reconciliation.

 #ModernTreaties #Reconciliation #CdnPoli #BCPoli #IndigenousRights

Today we honour Indigenous veterans, past and present. We are grateful for their sacrifices and recognize their service, both at home and overseas.

To learn more about Indigenous Veterans Day, as well as the contributions and sacrifices of three historical figures, swipe through our post.

#LestWeForget #IndigenousVeteransDay

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Today we honour Indigenous veterans, past and present. We are grateful for their sacrifices and recognize their service, both at home and overseas. 

To learn more about Indigenous Veterans Day, as well as the contributions and sacrifices of three historical figures, swipe through our post. 

#LestWeForget #IndigenousVeteransDay
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