BC FIRST NATIONS JUSTICE COUNCIL ANGERED BY ‘NON-SUSPICIOUS’ DESIGNATION IN THE DEATH OF CHELSEA POORMAN

First Nations women’s justice plan in development with bigger picture
social issues and justice reform recommendations considered.
OVER-REPRESENTATION OF INDIGENOUS WOMEN IN FEDERAL PRISON

Recent study shows, for the first time, half the female population incarcerated in Federal Prisons are Indigenous.
Anti-Racism Data Act Essential to Address the Needs and Develop Fair and Equitable Services for Indigenous Peoples

History in the making as the Province of BC introduces new legislation.
BCFNJC and FNLC applaud Final Report of the Special Committee on Reforming the Police Act

Now is time to push forward public safety and policing through self-determination
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.”