September 9, 2024  –  Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront Vancouver

 

This workshop is designed to provide First Nations with support and information related to the Nominal Roll and Joint Verification Process.

It will include a review of the Nominal Roll and Joint Verification Process and recent policy changes.

Funding Services Officers and Education Programs staff from Indigenous Services Canada will be available throughout the day to answer questions. Staff from the First Nations Education Steering Committee and the Ministry of Education and Child Care will also be in attendance and available to answer questions.

The First Nations Education Steering Committee is pleased to support Indigenous Services Canada in delivering this event.

Agenda Highlights

  • Overview of the 2024/25 Nominal Roll and Joint Verification Process, including the latest updates
  • Information about funding flow and related topics
  • First Nations representatives will have the opportunity for one-on-one conversations with one of their Funding Services Officers and other supporting staff throughout the day

Schedule

Meeting 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Breakfast (8:00 am) and lunch provided.

Registration

Registration Deadline: August 26, 2024

Eligibility to Attend

Up to two representatives from BC First Nations and Tribal Councils involved in the submission of Nominal Roll to Indigenous Services Canada and/or the completion of the Joint Verification Process are eligible to attend (e.g., education technical representatives such as the Education Coordinator/Director and School Principal).

Travel

Travel/hotel is reimbursable for up to two representatives per First Nation (Band) or Tribal Council. See the sample claim form (including policies).

Accommodation

Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront Vancouver
1133 W Hastings St, Vancouver, BC (map link)

  • Hotel nights will be reimbursed to First Nations and Tribal Councils at the negotiated room block rate of $379 plus tax.
  • To reserve, use the Booking Link or contact the hotel at vancouver.reservations@pinnaclehotels.ca or 604-689-9211, quoting “Nominal Roll and Joint Verification Process Workshop”.
  • Book by August 8, 2024 for the block rate.

Health and Safety

Please stay home if you are feeling unwell. Only registered participants are eligible to attend. Family and friends cannot attend the event at any time, including for meals.  The decision to attend in-person events is a personal one and it should be made in consideration of your individual risk factors and vulnerabilities.

Event Contact

Jairo Olechea, Administrative Assistant
jairoo@fnesc.ca
Toll-free 1-877-422-3672