Provincial Organizations

Aboriginal Aquaculture Association

The association’s mission is to promote and assist the development of First Nations’ aquaculture in British Columbia in a manner that respects and supports First Nations communities, culture and values.

Aboriginal Financial Officers Association of British Columbia

The Aboriginal Financial Officers Association of British Columbia was established to represent the interests of those that work in the area of First Nation financial management and administration.

A Guide to Aboriginal Organizations and Services

The Guide to Aboriginal Organizations and Services in British Columbia is a provincial resource listing of community-based services and organizations.

Source: Government of British Columbia; Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation

Association of B.C. First Nations Treatment Programs

Provides a First Nations forum that promotes culturally relevant best practices to enhance, excel and advance the continuum of care in addressing addictions.

B.C. Aboriginal Child Care Society

Non-profit charitable provincial society serving Aboriginal early childhood programs throughout British Columbia.

B.C. Aboriginal Network on Disability Society

Provides a variety of support services and resources to help aboriginal people with disabilities, and others associated with the disabled.

BC Assembly of First Nations

BCAFN is a Political Territorial Organization (PTO) that represents the 203 First Nations in British Columbia, including treaty First Nations, First Nations involved in the treaty process, and those that have chosen not to engage.

BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres

Improves the quality of life for Aboriginal Peoples, by supporting the activities of the Friendship Centres in B.C.

British Columbia Aboriginal Veterans and Serving Members Association

This association aims to advance and promote the interest of Aboriginal Veterans who are residents of British Columbia and Serving members of the Armed Forces serving in British Columbia.

British Columbia Treaty Commission

The Treaty Commission is the independent and neutral body responsible for facilitating treaty negotiations among the governments of Canada, BC and First Nations in BC.

First Nations Alliance 4 Land Management

FNA4LM’s objective is to engage in opportunities that will enhance the skills and knowledge of Lands Managers.

First Nations' Emergency Services Society of British Columbia (FNESS)

Registered non-profit society dedicated to building capacity within First Nations communities by increasing the safety, security and well being of First Nations people throughout the province of British Columbia.

First Nations Schools Association

Non-partisan organization committed to promoting First Nations control of education, and to improving and supporting the development of quality and culturally appropriate education for First Nations students.

First Nations Summit

First Nations Summit provides mediation between First Nations peoples and the Federal/Provincial government.

Indian Residential School Survivors Society

Assists First Peoples in British Columbia to recognize and be holistically empowered from the primary and generational effects of residential schools by supporting research, promoting awareness, establishing partnerships and advocating for justice and healing.

Métis Nation British Columbia

Represents the political, legal, social and economic interests of the Métis people in BC to local, provincial and federal levels of governments, funding agencies and other related bodies.

Native Courtworker and Counselling Association of British Columbia

Provides assistance to aboriginal people in conflict with the law and ensures they participate fully in the justice system through a holistic approach to prevention and intervention.

New Relationship Trust

NRT is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening First Nations in BC by assisting them in key areas: education, language & culture, youth & elders, and economic development.

Provincial Aboriginal Youth Council

The Provincial Aboriginal Youth Council is made up of youth aged 14-24 who are involved with Friendship Centres across British Columbia; PAYC strives to represent youth at a provincial level and implement province-wide initiatives for Aboriginal youth.

Source: BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres

Red Road HIV/AIDS Network

Collaborative network supporting Aboriginal HIV/AIDS service providers, Aboriginal persons with HIV/AIDS and individuals and families with culturally inclusive resources, information, advocacy, leadership and political education.

Title and Rights Alliance

The Title and Rights Alliance is a collective initiative of First Nations in British Columbia that are working together to protect Aboriginal rights with regards to lands and forests.

Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs

Dedicated to information-sharing as well as to the fostering of fundamental and necessary research skills for Indian people in the province.

United Native Nations Society

Promotes the continuation and advancement of Indigenous peoples, protects their spiritual and cultural heritage, fosters unity, friendship, tolerance and human rights, etc.

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