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First Nations Technology Council and TECHNATION to co-host first-ever Kinship Career Summit
(Xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil Waututh)/Vancouver, B.C.) – The First Nations Technology Council (“Technology Council”) and TECHNATION are co-hosting a virtual career summit to connect their growing learners […]
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Fostering Change: How Corporate Allies Support Indigenous Digital Equity
We are thrilled to highlight the incredible efforts of one of our corporate partners, Microsoft, which has demonstrated significant support in co-creating bright digital futures for First Nations communities by […]
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Indigenous Innovator: Lorna Gillanders
This is the fourth edition of our Indigenous Innovator Series where First Nations Technology Council alumni tell their stories about how digital skills have made a positive impact in their […]
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Google Career Certificate Scholarship Program
The First Nations Technology Council is excited to announce a new partnership with Google on its Google Career Certificate Scholarship Program. The partnership will allow 500 current learners and alumni […]
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Digital Navigator Speaker Series on May 2 Presents: Joyce Logan
Our Digital Navigator Speaker Series (DNSS) is an opportunity for our learners, alumni, and others interested in tech careers to hear from Indigenous Peoples who are leading and innovating at […]
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Request for Proposal (RFP): Engagement of Indigenous Individuals Across Alberta
The First Nations Technology Council (FNTC) seeks proposals from qualified engagement firms to support and provide qualitative research services. The Alberta Labour Market Study (ALMS) will explore Indigenous labour potential […]
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Indigenous Innovators: Dylan and Tyson LaRocque
Alumni, Dylan and Tyson speak about utilizing technology as a tool and their learning journey so far.
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Indigenous Innovator: Ryan Voght
This is the second edition of our new Indigenous Innovator Series where First Nations Technology Council alumni tell their stories about how digital skills have made a positive impact in […]
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Indigenous Innovator: Cody Moore
This is the first edition of our new Indigenous Innovator series where First Nations Technology Council alumni tell their stories about how digital skills have made a positive impact in […]
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Groundbreaking Study will Increase Indigenous Leadership in Technology Across B.C.
The First Nations Technology Council is excited to announce that the Indigenous Leadership in Technology: Understanding Access and Opportunities in BC Report (ILIT) is now available.  This report, which is the culmination […]
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How you can support Digital Skills Training in British Columbia
Currently, only 1.2% of the Information Communications Technology (ICT) sector’s employees identify as Indigenous in what is currently called Canada; however, Indigenous Peoples make up 4.9% of the national population. […]
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First Nations Technology Council Launches Digital Skills Bursary Fund for Indigenous Learners
Today, The First Nations Technology Council launched the Digital Skills Bursary Fund designed to help Indigenous learners and innovators access digital skills training opportunities that will increase participation and leadership […]
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