First Nations leaders and provincial officials have wrapped two days of sessions for the 10th B.C. Cabinet and First Nations Leaders’ Gathering, collaborating on ways to recognize, respect and advance essential government-to-government relationships.

The event brought together Indigenous Peoples and youth from First Nations throughout the province to build on the foundation of government-to-government relationships developed over the past eight years.

As one of the largest meetings of provincial and First Nations leaders in the country, the gatherings provide dedicated space and time for provincial leaders to engage directly with First Nations leadership and youth about their Nation’s aspirations and community issues.

More than 1,300 people were registered for the gathering, with reps from more than 200 First Nations and every provincial government ministry.

Topics included major projects, responding to racism, the implementation of the Declaration Act, and more.

To learn more, visit Government of British Columbia.