The Province of BC announces Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act Action Plan.
“Reconciliation is a process that takes us all out of our comfort zone and if you don’t feel uncomfortable you’re not doing it right.”
BC First Nations Justice Council Respond to Public Apology and Withdrawal of Appeal from the City of Prince George
Legal Counsel encouraged to learn that the City has chosen an alternate path to resolving complex legal issues effecting Indigenous and vulnerable citizens. Lheidli T’enneh / Prince George , B.C. […]
BCFNJC Officially Opens Four Indigenous Justice Centres in BC
tkwəɬniwt (Westbank), Syilx Territory – On Wednesday, January 26, 2022, the first four Indigenous Justice Centres were officially opened in the province of British Columbia. An inspiring virtual grand opening […]
BCFNJC, Canada and BC announce $9 million tripartite agreement
tkwəɬniwt (Westbank), Syilx Territory – January 20, 2022 – Today was an exciting day for the BC First Nations Council! This morning, our chair, Doug White, participated in a media […]
Join our virtual grand opening!
Together, let’s celebrate the official launch of our new Indigenous Justice Centres! The BC First Nations Justice Council supports the well-being of future generations by transforming the status quo today […]
Historic vote elects five Indigenous benchers to the Law Society of BC
tkwəɬniwt (Westbank), Syilx Territory – The Law Society of BC (LSBC) announced the results of its annual election of benchers who govern the society and the outcome is historic for […]
BCFNJC launches new book to support Gladue implementation
tkwəɬniwt (Westbank), Syilx Territory – The BC First Nations Justice Council is pleased to announce the launch of its highly anticipated new book, The Gladue Principles: A Guide to the […]
BCFNJC officially takes over Gladue report services
Beginning April 1, 2021, management of B.C.’s Gladue report program will transition from Legal Aid BC (LABC) to the BC First Nations Justice Council (BCFNJC). Under the Criminal Code of […]
In celebration of International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day (IWD) is a global event celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. It is an opportunity for us to celebrate women’s achievements, raise awareness […]
BCFNJC and BC Attorney General applaud proposed federal legislation to reduce Indigenous incarceration rates
tkwəɬniwt (Westbank), Syilx Territory – Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, the Honourable David Lametti, tabled new legislation yesterday, known as Bill C-22, which has the potential to […]
